Year Built:

2007

20 x 20

Price:

$1,950,000 CAD

Legal Description:

Lot A, Pl: KAP64676; LD: SDYD PID 024-547-069

Taxes:

$2,732.53 (2008)

Zoning:

RU 2
Zoning allows second dwelling: A spectacular level building site with an awesome view awaits a buyer who wishes to construct a larger main home.
The property has great commercial potential for possible rezoning to C5 which would permit 10-15 cabins to be constructed. It is estimated that approximately 100,000 visitors per year will visit the nearby Myra Canyon!

Description:

This spectacular one of a kind 12 acre property is perfectly sited to enjoy a breathtaking view over the Valley, the City of Kelowna and Lake Okanagan yet is bordered on two sides by Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park and is only 4 km away from Kettle Valley Railway Trail (KVR) and the Myra Canyon Trestles. The property is currently used as a Bed, Bale and Breakfast and also offers a Vacation Rental as well as horse boarding, having riding arena, paddocks, pastures and a 2600 sq. ft barn/workshop. The area abounds with game and yet is just a 15 minute drive to the city of Kelowna and all its amenities.

The newly constructed award winning timber frame home was designed and built by the current owners and resulted in a fusion of European style & Canadian building techniques, creating a home with impressive characteristics. Restricted by code to a main floor of 1507 sq. ft for the ranch “caretaker” home, the footprint was maximized with walls of custom made windows and towering vaulted ceilings to create overwhelming space. Soaring ceilings cover 1550 sq. ft. of the 1600 sq. ft. of deck and a curved wooden bridge, entirely made out of Rocky Mountain Douglas fir, makes an elegant connection between house & surrounding ground and provides wheel chair accessibility. A huge gazebo joins the deck & houses a brand new high tech hot tub for 8 person.

House

Multi-functional areas and a covered 1600 sq. ft. deck that doubles the living space all add convenience and appeal to this three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom wheelchair accessible home.

The 2x8 exterior walls are local fir and the cedar siding is ‘double-rain-screen’ protected. The post and beam structure not only creates visual appeal, but is utilized for built-in sleeping lofts. Skylights are lined up with windows to maximize natural light throughout the day, while Low-E windows and geothermal energy help minimize its impact on the environment. The 12 foot glass sliding doors, the glass railings as well as the extensive use of skylights, extend the outdoor living space to the inside of the home.

The stunning lake and valley views blend with the indoor-outdoor living space to make it feel as though you live outside, from anywhere inside the home.

The contemporary European kitchen combines function and form. The slate coloured porcelain-tile countertop with extra-thin grout lines is warm to the touch, and blends perfectly with the clean lines of the commercial grade appliances. Cool, clean lines combine with an open concept to make this European-style open kitchen a focal point in this home.

The kitchen is filled with natural light from the wall of glass over the counter, and from the skylights 19-feet up in the vaulted ceiling. The design included below counter cabinetry and a butler’s pantry to allow for the wall of view windows – ideal for greeting guests, and keeping an eye on the horses. The view through the great room looks across the horizon, far past the lake into the valley below. There is a two piece bathroom on this floor.

The master bedroom is upstairs and with its many view windows has the feel of a tree house. The master ensuite has double raised sinks and a raised soaker tub that allows soaking in the view while luxuriating in the tub.

The two main floor guest bedrooms each have full bathrooms, a queen size bed, a built-in sleeping loft (queen size) as well as an outside door to access the expansive deck.
The main floor is wheel chair accessible (shower and toilet in 2 bedrooms are as well).
Downstairs is finished as a modern log home style “day lodge” with living area, 3 rooms, kitchen and full bath. The total area of the downstairs is 1296 sq ft, including the technical room, with the geothermal heat exchanger.

There is a 575 sq ft. carport attached to the house. Additional parking is available in the separate workshop garage described below.

Barn / Workshop / Garage

This is a large modern 72’x36’ building ( 2592 sq. ft.). It has a metal roof with snow stoppers and high quality gutters.
There are 6 box stalls (12’x12’), which can convert to 3 foaling double stalls. Two of the stalls are wired for video monitoring. 5 stalls are wired for 2x200 watt bulbs in each stall with a timer system, for breeding purposes. All stalls can be completely removed to set up for different usage. There are 3 outside tie stalls for grooming/saddling. The two entry doors measure 8’x8’ & 12’high x 16’ wide. The workshop area comprises 1872 sq. ft.

Property

There are 9 fenced paddocks and pastures with 6 sharing 3 automatic heated waterers. The riding arena measures 110’ x 150’ and has a stunning view over the Valley, City & lake.
A spectacular level building site with an awesome view awaits a buyer who wishes to construct a larger main home.

House Awards:

Canadian Home Builder Association Central Okanagan
- TOMMIE Gold Award for ‘excellence in kitchen design’
- TOMMIE Silver Award for ‘outstanding achievement in environmental consideration & energy efficiency’
- TOMMIE Silver Award for ‘excellence in single detached home in its price range’
- TOMMIE Silver Award for ‘excellence in interior design in a private home’
Canadian Home Builder Association British Columbia
- GEORGIE Silver Award for ‘excellence in kitchen design’
- GEORGIE Silver Award for ‘‘outstanding achievement in environmental consideration & energy efficiency’
- GEORGIE Silver Award for ‘excellence in single detached home in its price range’
Canadian Wood Council – Wood Works!
- Gold Award-B.C. WOOD DESIGN AWARD for ‘Western red cedar residential’

Location:

4675 June Springs Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 4C8, Canada. See maps. The property is just a 15 minute drive away to the city of Kelowna and all its amenities.

Services:

Hydro, telephone, cellular reception. Water is from a 200 foot deep drilled well producing top quality water at 12 gallons per minute.
There are two internet satellite systems in place.
The home is heated and cooled with a very efficient geothermal system.
The home has an approved septic system.

Boundaries:

The property is bordered on two sides by Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park. See maps.

Area Data:

The Okanagan Valley has a semi-arid climate, with long warm summers and short mild winters. It is a region of spectacular beauty, agricultural abundance, historic richness and recreational opportunity. From lakeside to mountain peaks, the Okanagan is a year-round paradise for nature lovers, adventurers, and recreational enthusiasts alike.
The international gateway to British Columbia¹s Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is an extraordinarily scenic mountain destination characterized by award-winning wineries, a thriving agricultural and orchard community, and an array of leisure activities and water sports. A short drive from downtown Kelowna will take you to orchards, vineyards and grassy hillsides, all accented by the sparkling backdrop of 110 km-long Okanagan Lake.

Kelowna is also a recreation enthusiast's paradise, with trails for biking and hiking, alpine and Nordic skiing, and a vast selection of water sports all within close proximity of the city. Sun-drenched plateaux, fresh seasonal harvest, memorable wines, powder snow, lake views and astonishing golf are signatures of this valley.

The city of Kelowna is the largest community and is located midway through the valley. It has a population of 107,000 and is the transportation, business and service hub of the valley.
The Kelowna International Airport, the 10th busiest in Canada, conveniently connects to major North American cities. With daily flights, it’s just a 60-minute flight from Calgary or Vancouver and 70 minutes from Seattle. Daily direct flights to Toronto are also available.
The Okanagan Valley is known for its spectacular vineyards producing premium quality wines that regularly win national and international wine competitions. Few wine-producing regions in the world can match the combination of mountains, lakes, fresh air and intense sunlight with so many grape varieties. Over 60 wineries are located in the whole Okanagan Valley region. Most all wineries offer wine tasting. As well, several wineries have facility tours to teach visitors the art of winemaking.

The Okanagan region, with its rolling hills, majestic mountains, expansive lakes, and rugged landscape, create vivid surroundings to the professionally designed golf courses found within the region. It is described by some as “the ultimate golfing experience” and boasts several award winning golf courses.

Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park is bordering the property and provides access to spectacular Myra Canyon with its incredible wooden trestle bridges traversing deep canyons and tunnels cutting into the rocky mountainside; all considered a phenomenal railway engineering feat. With numerous hiking trails through Little White Mountain Escarpment, Myra Canyon, and the Kettle Valley Railway, Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park offers a multitude of recreational activities.
The Kettle Valley Railway winds its way through the Valley corridor and was important in shaping the history of the Okanagan Valley. The British Columbia government purchased the KVR corridor and made a commitment to preserve the railed so that it could play a roll in the future of British Columbia just as it did in it's past. Today it provides an abundance of excellent recreational opportunities.

This corridor is one of the most dynamic routes in Canada, with some truly impressive scenery and spectacular views of the Valley.

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Recreation:

The Kettle Valley Railway offers adventure access to one of the most dramatic railway routes ever constructed. The rail bed provides for excellent hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking over magnificent trestle bridges traversing deep canyons, exploring dark tunnels through rocky mountainsides and to spectacular viewpoints overlooking the beautiful Okanagan Valley.
The easy grade in most sections makes it suitable for either casual family cycling or easy day riding as well as pleasant hiking and walking.
Nearby Myra Canyon is one of the most spectacular sections of the KVR and provides for excellent views of the Valley. Exploring the historic 16 wood frame trestles, two steel bridges, two tunnels, and railway sidings provides for an exciting day trip.
This ruggedly scenic valley is host to numerous professional golf courses. The golf courses that surround Kelowna provide both a challenging game and astonishing views of the valley. The Okanagan offers one of the longest, driest golf seasons in Canada with over 2,000 hours of sun each year.
The Kelowna area boasts over 14 high-quality golf courses including Predator Ridge, the Okanagan Golf Club - the Quail and the Bear Courses, The Harvest Golf Club, and Gallagher’s Canyon Golf & Country Club.
The Okanagan Valley is a favourite spot for fishing. There are over 200 freshwater lakes in the area, each with an assortment of Rainbow Trout, Kokanee, Whitefish and Burbot.
Trolling Okanagan Lake can yield 22-lb rainbow trout, while trolling Kalamalka Lake can yield 10-lb specimens. Smaller lakes in the Okanagan hills offer excellent fly-fishing and spectacular scenery. There is excellent river fishing near the community of Okanagan Falls, while Vaseux Lake is famous for its bass fishing.
Okanagan Lake has excellent beaches for swimming and sunbathing. The expansive lake provides for numerous water sport adventures including kayaking, canoeing, jet-boating, waterskiing, boating, wakeboarding, sailing, windsurfing, and parasailing.
In winter the nearby Monashee Mountains receive consistent amounts of light, dry powder snow that provide for excellent winter sport activities. Choose from alpine or Nordic skiing, snowboarding, dog sledding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling or tubing. Four major ski resorts are within a short drive from the City including: Big White, Silver Star, Crystal Mountain and Apex.
Cross-country skiing enthusiasts will enjoy the serenity of the wilderness and abundance of ski trails. In addition to the trails available at the major ski resorts, Kelowna has several active cross-country ski clubs that maintain approximately 85 kms of groomed trails.

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History:

The Kettle Valley Railway has played a major roll in shaping the regions history. In 1877 silver ore was discovered in the Kootenays and the Canadian Government realized they were going to need better transportation and infrastructure to efficiently transport the commodity. In 1910 construction of the KVR commenced.
This subsidiary of the CPR ran between Hope and Midway and was the only connecting link between the Kootenays and the Lower Mainland. It was completed in 1916 under the direction of engineer Andrew McCullough and is said to be the most expensive railway ever built of anywhere in the world. The railway slowly began to close down from 1960 on.
Although the tracks no longer remain, the historic rail-bed remains and provides for excellent hiking, horseback riding trails, and mountain biking over magnificent trestle bridges crossing deep canyons, exploring dark tunnels through mountainsides and to spectacular viewpoints overlooking the scenic Okanagan Valley.
Spectacular Myra Canyon is one of the most scenic sections of the Kettle Valley Railway and offers incredible views of the Okanagan Valley. Myra Canyon was constructed by Chief Engineer Andrew McCulloch and is known as McCulloch’s Wonder.
In a distance of just 6 miles, twenty major wood trestles were constructed to take the rail line across wide gaps, deep canyons, and depressions in the canyons walls; and all were built on a curve to conform to the natural contours of the canyon walls thereby minimizing rock excavation on the sections between the trestles. The supporting works were hung around the rim of the canyon, thousands of feet above the canyon floor.
As soon as the rail line was open, the remarkable works high up on the mountainside of the Canyon were recognized as a phenomenal feat of railway engineering and construction; and McCulloch’s assistant engineers began to refer to the Kettle Valley Railway as "McCulloch’s Wonder".
The first European visitors to the Okanagan were the fur traders that passed through the Valley. The fur traders were followed by the missionaries, including Father Pandosy, who in the 1860’s established a mission near Kelowna. Father Pandosy discovered that the soil was very fertile and is credited with being the first to introduce apple trees to the area. From that point on, settlement grew at a great rate with orchards sprouting up throughout the valley. Today agriculture and fruit growing remain a vital part of the economy in the Okanagan Valley.

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