We have a large black dog often taken as a lab. He is very low maintenance. We also have feeders for the birds and squirrels outside. Our flower garden and lawn need some water during dry weather. The house is an hour from Seattle, 45 minutes from the Anacortes, the gateway to the San Juan Islands, and 2 hours from Candada. We are on Hwy 20, the Cascade Loop. The area offers quick access to endless outdoor activities in the summertime.