Large Home and Acreage for sale
on Kootenay Lake, British Columbia, Canada.

Located on five acres of forested land, this European style home features a most spectacular view of Kootenay Lake and the Kokanee Glacier. The natural surroundings , mild temperatures and the lack of crowds make it easy to enjoy many of the area’s outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, golfing, boating, sailing, snowmobiling and skiing.
This unique home, located in the unspoiled splendor of Kootenay Lake, British Columbia, Canada, is free of city distractions. Quiet and secluded, the tranquil setting is inviting and awe inspiring, making it a truly a wonderful place to live year-round, as a place for relaxation and rejuvenation, and to explore the exceptionally, beautiful Kootenay Lake area.
Originally built in 1978 by a Swiss engineer, this 6,000 square foot home offers solid construction and many custom features. The home was recently renovated to add additional bedrooms/bathrooms, update the appearance, and improve the overall comfort.
This home offers plenty of room for your family and friends or to operate as a bed and breakfast, or other tourism related business.

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MAIN FLOOR

Entrance Foyer
The home welcomes you through double front doors into a large entrance foyer warmed by a high efficiency wood stove. The floor is tiled for easy maintenance.
Dimensions: 17’0” x 11’8” = 200.5 sq. ft. approx. – 9ft. ceiling

Living Room

The grand fireplace is the center piece of this large and beautiful, post and beam room. Two large windows provide a panoramic view of Selkirk mountains, Kootenay Lake and the Kokanee Glacier. The living room is very comfortable whether you are alone quietly reading, or entertaining a group of family or friends. A two piece bathroom is conveniently located off the living room.
Dimensions: 27’6” x 29’6” = 811.3 sq. ft. approx. – 9ft. ceiling

Dining Room

The view of the mountains and glacier continue as you move into the separate dining room. Large enough to seat up to 12 people, this room has a hardwood, custom, parquet floor that was hand laid by the original owner and recently refinished to renew its natural beauty.
Dimensions: 13’0” x 13’6’ = 175.5 sq. ft. approx. – 9ft. ceiling

Breakfast Room/Cafι

This is a wonderful room for relaxing, eating meals, or to use when entertaining on the deck. This wood and brick finished room is cozy with a small fireplace and two patio doors which open onto the deck and offers a wonderful view. The double set of patio doors, when open, makes this room an extension of the deck for use just in case of rain or for use as a covered area when extra space might be required.
Dimensions: 18’0” x 13’6” = 243 sq. ft. approx. – 9ft. ceiling

Spacious Deck

A great place to relax, have your meals, or entertain while enjoying the awe inspiring views of the lake, the natural gardens, a beautiful sunset, or wildlife that wanders by. The elevated deck encompasses the entire length of the home on the west side and continues on the north side. The deck is connected to the boardwalk that extends across the front, or east side of the building.
Dimensions: Main deck – 25’0” x 24’0” + 26’0” x 5’6” = 743 sq. ft approx. Balance west side – 30’0” x 8’6” + 13’0” x 9’0” + 14’0” x 6’ 0” = 456 sq. ft. North deck – 17”6” x 8’0” = 140 sq. ft. approx.

Kitchen

A large, well-lit, kitchen with lots of cupboards, a hand washing sink and features a functional island with double sink, and plenty of counter work space. There is a commercial, four burner propane stove with a grill and large oven, as well as a built-in electric oven. There is enough room to include a kitchen table with four to six chairs.
Dimensions: 21’6” x 13’6” = 292.4 sq. ft. approx.

Dish washing and Laundry Room

A large, bright room with built-in dishwasher, deep sink and lots of counter space and cupboards for storage. There is room enough for a washer and two dryers.
Dimensions: 13’6” x 9’6” = 128.25 sq. ft. approx.

Bed/Sitting or Family Room

A large room with patio doors onto the north deck and a west facing window with a view, was originally the den/games room and is currently being used as a main floor bed-sitting room.
Dimensions: 22’4” x 13’6” = 301 sq. ft. approx.

Office/Bedroom

Currently being used as an office, this room with a large north facing, forest view window, could also be used as a another main floor bedroom.
Dimensions: 10’2” x 13’6” = 137.7 sq. ft. approx.

There is a full bathroom adjacent to these two rooms. This north end of the home could be easily developed into an in-law suite.

SECOND FLOOR

The unique character of this home is continued on the second floor of the home which features a central library/sitting area and seven bedrooms. Four of the bedrooms face west with three having a spectacular view of the lake and mountains. The other three bedrooms face the east side overlooking the natural gardens. Five of the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and two share a bathroom.

Library/Sitting Area

The upstairs library is a comfortable place to relax and read in peace and quiet, or have discussions with friends or family.
Dimensions: 31ft x 12ft plus 14’8” x 5’7” = 454 sq. ft. approx.

• Bedrooms
• #1 - Dimensions: 16’2” x 11’9” plus dormer 5ft x 6ft = 220.3 sq. ft. approx
• #2 - Dimensions: 14’4” x 10’10” = 154.4 sq. ft. approx.
• #3 - Dimensions: 8’0” x 11’3” = 90 sq. ft. approx.
• #4 - Dimensions: 14’1” x 13’9” = 193.9 sq. ft. approx.
• #5- Dimensions: 10’9” x 13’0” = 139.8 sq. ft. approx
• #6 - Dimensions: 9’6” x 13’0” = 123.5 sq. ft. approx.
• #7 - Dimensions: 17’0” x 9’7” = 163 sq. ft. approx.

GROUND LEVEL

Multi-purpose Room
The room is comfortable and offers natural light along with good air circulation through the large west facing windows and solarium style windows that span one end of the room. The cushioned hardwood floor along with the in-floor heating makes this room perfect for a wide variety of uses. A bathroom with shower is located adjacent to this room.
Dimensions: 25’4” x 21’6” = 543 sq. ft. approx.

Workshop/Storage Areas
Located under the deck is a large storage/workshop area that features natural light through several large windows. There is an additional storage area off this room which also houses the water treatment and in-floor heating equipment. Access to the crawl space under the building is through this room.

Other features: Hot tub, large wood shed, double car garage.

Own this piece of Kootenay Lake paradise for only $895,000. Canadian funds

Autumn View from Deck

Price: $895,000 Canadian Funds

For further information:
Contact: Mike Rowland
Email: mrowland@theeastshore.net
Phone: 250-505-4741

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