Winslow Neighborhood Overview

Winslow is the heart and downtown core of Bainbridge Island — where the ferry from Seattle lands, and where the island’s most walkable, vibrant, and culturally rich neighborhood thrives.

Here, historic charm and modern life mingle along Winslow Way, a main street flanked by cafes, boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. The neighborhood feels pedestrian-friendly: wide sidewalks, a community-focused streetscape, and a built-in rhythm that’s perfect for strolling, commuting, or lingering.

Winslow also has a strong sense of community. The Winslow Cohousing group is a great example: 30 households live in a cooperative village, sharing green space, a Common House, and social values. The neighborhood is not just for residents — it’s also the cultural and civic center, with a vibrant mix of arts, events, and community gatherings.

Though it’s “downtown,” Winslow retains a distinctly island feel: just minutes from nature, parks, and hidden waterfront views — yet also a place where you can catch the ferry or walk to shops without needing a car.

📍 Points of Interest in Winslow

• 🛍️ Winslow Way — The walkable main street lined with local boutiques, art galleries, cafés, and restaurants.

• 🖼️ Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA) — Showcasing local and regional artists, and acting as a cultural hub.

• 🎭 Bainbridge Performing Arts — Theater performances, community events, and live shows at a cozy local venue.

• 🌊 Winslow Waterfront & Eagle Harbor — Scenic harbor views, walking paths, and a calming water’s edge just steps from downtown.

• 🌳 Gideon Park & Red Pine Park — Nearby green spaces for relaxing walks, picnics, and enjoying nature close to the core.

• 🏘️ Winslow Mews — A small-scale, pedestrian-oriented development of 22 homes and duplexes just off Winslow Way, blending urban design and island style.

• 🏘️ Winslow Cohousing Community — A shared-living intentional community with common spaces, green areas, and sustainable design.

🎓 Schools Serving Winslow

Winslow is served by the Bainbridge Island School District (BISD, District 303). Here are the schools in or near Winslow:

• Elementary (PK-4):

  • Ordway Elementary School — very accessible from the Winslow core.

• Intermediate (Grades 5–6):

  • Sonoji Sakai Intermediate School

• Middle (Grades 7–8):

  • Woodward Middle School

• High School (Grades 9–12):

  • Bainbridge High School — the district’s comprehensive high school.

  • Eagle Harbor High School — part of the Commodore Options alternative/independent-study program.

Winslow is the beating heart of Bainbridge Island — a walkable, vibrant downtown with a unique mix of small-town charm, cultural richness, and waterfront serenity. Whether you’re commuting via ferry, browsing art galleries, grabbing a pastry at Blackbird Bakery, or enjoying a community gathering in Winslow Cohousing, life here is deeply connected: to your neighbors, to the water, and to the island’s past. With highly accessible schools, creative energy, and a lively streetscape, Winslow truly embodies the soul of Bainbridge Island.