Olympia Symphony Orchestra

The Olympia Symphony is a semi-professional orchestra based in Olympia, Washington, that serves the South Puget Sound region. Their mission is to provide the highest quality live music to enrich, educate, and entertain an expanding audience. The orchestra gave its first concert in 1947. Over time, the OSO has grown to become the premiere orchestra in the south Sound, acclaimed for its commitment to both community and artistic excellence.

Capitol Theater, Home of the Olympia Film Society

The Olympia Film Society presents music, art, and film in the historic Capitol Theater. This nonprofit organization was formed in 1980 and has a mission to show film, art, and music that engages the community, encourages volunteerism, and ensures the preservation of the Capitol Theater. The space was built in 1924 and has been used continuously as a theater since then.

Harlequin Productions

Started on a shoestring budget by a few friends, Harlequin Productions has now been producing live theater for more than 30 years with over 160 productions. Located in the heart of downtown Olympia on 4^th Street and within walking distance of Harbor Heights, Harlequin Productions recently announced their 2023 “Resilience” season. Tickets and details can be found here. For their holiday production of “A Christmas Carol,” find details here.

Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Since 1985, the Washington Center for the Performing Arts has hosted thousands of events and more than two million attendees. Standing on the same grounds as the former Liberty Theater, the center continues downtown Olympia’s art tradition in a modern facility. The center has become a gathering place for attendees from the surrounding counties, with a focus on diverse performances.

Percival Plinth Sculpture Project

Each year, the plinths at Percival Landing host a selection of loaned sculptures by local and regional artists. Applications for the new artwork open each fall, with a February deadline. Each year, 18 pieces are chosen from Washington and Oregon artists for a temporary display of up to one year on Percival Landing. The artists also receive a $1,000 honorarium for the loan of their work. To see the sculptures, simply walk across the street from Harbor Heights to the Percival Landing boardwalk.

Only a few Residences are Currently Available – Act Now!

Harbor Heights offers special discounts on select residences and leases. We have just a few remaining homes available and would love to schedule a tour for you to view them and secure your new spot for active 55+ living. Click here to schedule a tour.

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Waterfront Recreation

Rent a kayak from one of these local businesses and enjoy a day exploring Budd Bay Inlet and the many local marinas around downtown Olympia. Take in views of the city and majestic Olympic Mountain range while getting some sunshine and exercise. If you care to venture further out, many local parks have boat launch areas to explore even more areas of South Puget Sound.

Convenient Boat Moorage

Our residents enjoy the convenience of storing their boats just steps away from the building. Martin Marina is just one of many local marinas that offer boat slips at competitive rates in a location that cannot be beaten. After a day spent on the water, stop at one of downtown Olympia’s many waterfront restaurants for a summer alfresco meal.

Proximity to Nature and Wildlife

Harbor Heights residents can spot many species of water birds from their residence windows or our beautiful Sky Terrace. Along the waterfront in Budd Inlet, it’s not uncommon to spot seals, especially during the fall salmon spawning season.

Olympia Harbor Days Festival

The Olympia Harbor Days festival returns this year with traditional tugboat races, cultural performances and activities, an arts and crafts fair, food vendors, an electric car show, and more. Take part in three days of fun in downtown Olympia with all activities within walking distance from our building. While you are there, please stop by and see us! We would love to offer you a tour of our building amenities and discuss our specials on one-bedroom residences.

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Harbor Heights residents reap the benefits of active 55+ living in our luxurious waterfront building, including access to on-site amenities, in-residence standard upgrades, monthly programming, and concierge, housekeeping, and handyman services.
 

Harbor Heights On-Site Amenities  

Residents of Harbor Heights find plenty of reasons to stick close to home by using our variety of on-site amenities, including the Fitness Center, tech station, conference room, and pet station. Our community gathering spaces are ideal for meeting up with your neighbors for mahjongg, bunko, pool, poker, or a round of bingo. The Sky Terrace, with 180-degree views of the waterfront, is unlike any residential space in downtown Olympia and is the ideal spot to gather with friends and neighbors in one of our outdoor cabanas or beside one of our community fire bowls.

Upgrades are Standard in our Luxurious Residences

Harbor Heights’ residences range in size from studio up to three-bedroom and many “upgrade” options are standard including quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood shelving, walk-in closets, hardwood flooring throughout the living spaces, and large windows that let in the abundant natural light with views of the city, mountains, or waterfront.

Community Events and Programming

Included in the lifestyle at Harbor Heights is a standing invitation to all our on-site community events including monthly programming like our Coffee Chats with our Facilities Manager, monthly Wine Down Wednesday potluck gatherings, and special events like our holiday gatherings, wine tasting events, celebrity chef recipe demos, musical performances, dance classes and more.

Harbor Heights Hospitality Services

Part of the Columbia Hospitality portfolio of luxury properties, Harbor Heights is managed by a team skilled in the fine art of hospitality. Residents enjoy resort-style living that includes access to an on-site concierge, and the ability to schedule housekeeping and handyman services for their home for a small fee.

If you are ready to experience active, 55+ living that feels like a luxury vacation destination at your own home, contact us to schedule a tour!

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Take Advantage of Your Resident PERKS

Take a trip this spring and explore somewhere new using your resident PERKS. Residents of Harbor Heights are invited to enjoy benefits at all participating Columbia Hospitality hotels, resorts, distinctive venues, and golf courses. Benefits include exclusive discounts and complimentary upgrades that can add up to a ton of savings if travel is on your agenda this spring. Not yet a resident? To learn more about the PERKS of being a resident at Harbor Heights, inquire during your tour. 
 

Get Up Close and Personal with Wildlife

Residents can get up close and personal with wildlife at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, located just an hour drive from Harbor Heights. Connect with native, northwest environment with safe, fun activities suitable for all ages. Tour options include walking, driving, and guided tours, and there are plenty of activities to do if you opt to bring the grandkids. Northwest Trek is committed to conservation efforts and protecting the local wildlife and environment and offers options to volunteer for those seeking to become more involved in conservation efforts.  

Take a Virtual Cooking Class

Even if you are well-adept at cooking, there are always new skills and recipes to learn to keep things interesting in the kitchen. One of the benefits of the virtual environment we have all been living through the past two years is that options for virtual learning are more plentiful than ever before. Whether you want to learn French pastry from a chef in Versailles or are determined to master Korean cuisine, there are many online courses available.

Try Sprouting Seedlings Indoors

While we wait for the warmth and sunshine of spring, bring the outdoors inside by starting herb seed sprouts indoors. When the threat of frost is over, transfer the seedlings to the Harbor Heights community herb patches located on the Sky Terrace. Some herbs that are among the easiest to grow from seed are basil, mint, parsley, chives, and dill. If you are new to gardening, check out this website for a quick guide to indoor seed starting. 

Take a Tour and Learn More

Schedule a tour and learn more about how active 55+ living can benefit you. Click here to schedule a tour. 
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Walkable Neighborhood

Harbor Heights is located in the waterfront market district of downtown Olympia right across the street from the Percival Landing Boardwalk and just steps away from the Olympia Farmers Market. Harbor Heights boasts a 78 walk score, meaning most day-to-day errands can be accomplished on foot.  Walk to nearby restaurants, shops, museums, or grab a few items from the local grocery store while leaving your car parked in our secure parking garage. The market district is also considered to be a “biker’s paradise,” scoring 92 out of 100 for ease of biking. When not riding around downtown, store your bike in our garage bike racks or our bike storage room.

Community Fitness Room

When you don’t want to venture out, get your workout completed indoors in our Fitness Room featuring cardio equipment, free weights, a state-of-the-art mirror fitness system, and more.  Like our other community common spaces such as the Maritime Bar and Movie Theater, our Fitness Room has free high-speed internet and cable television so you can stay entertained while you work out. As the community continues to grow, we look forward to providing opportunities for residents to take part in group fitness activities both in the Fitness Room and on our Sky Terrace.

Ageless Adventures at Nearby Outdoor Recreation Sites

Harbor Heights is conveniently located near some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest outdoor recreation sites like the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Crystal Mountain Resort, and Mount Rainier National Park. Opportunities to get fit via hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and more are just a short drive from the community. Residents can also take advantage of the community’s proximity to the waterfront by renting kayaks for springtime or summer paddling sessions.

Special Incentives for Top Floor Residences

Your 2022 fitness goals are in sight when you opt for active 55+ living. To kick off the new year, we are offering special incentives on our remaining top-floor residences! One and two-bedroom floorplans are available with some of the best waterfront, Mount Rainier, and city views in Olympia. For a limited time, get up to 2 months’ rent free with select residences and leases. Contact us now to schedule your appointment to visit Harbor Heights today. We invite out-of-state guests to inquire about our Discovery Package, which includes special rates for lodging and dining.

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