Wally Gudgell, a second-generation broker with over 35 years of experience, brings unparalleled expertise and professionalism to the Orcas Island real estate market. Having closed over 1000 transactions, he is well-versed in the local market and excels at negotiating the best deals for his clients. In 1992, he established Gudgell Properties and after 15 successful years, he merged with Windermere to better serve his clients with state-of-the-art tools. His love for the island and its people drives him to give back every year by focusing on important issues such as preservation, marine health, affordable housing, and financial security.

Wally Gudgell works alongside a team of professionals, including Partner Laura Hasselman, who handles countless details behind the scenes, and Susan Gaiser Gudgell, who attends to marketing and business management. The Gudgell Group has expertise in land use/development, shoreline permitting, and banking/finance.

Educated at the University of Washington, Wally Gudgell has extensive knowledge of island properties and county permitting. With his creativity and ability to navigate the complexities of San Juan County land use rules, he provides a straightforward, intelligent and thorough analysis of what works best for his clients.