Where a relaxing, enjoyable escape from the stressses of daily life is as close as a walk to your back door...
A Stylish blend of cottage inspired living and lavish architectural detail, this home, located on just over 2 pristine, lake view acres, embraces it's rural environment with comfortable refinement.
Curb appeal abounds through an exciting ensemble of cultured stone, acrylic stucco and concrete tile, providing both drama and the suggestion of Old World influence to the front facade. Meanwhile a gently sloping rear elevation captures the essence of the Okanagan with its breathtaking views of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains. Here, a spectacular salt water pool with fiber-optic lighting and 4,000 square feet of stamped concrete decking create a resort-quality atmosphere that can only be described as sublime. A pleasing open floor plan invites nature's splendor inside, successfully blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living.
A spectacular location, private rural setting, and second to none amenities combine to provide an Okanagan lifestyle like no other.
Two steps up from the stamped concrete driveway, a covered porch heightens the processional experience to the formal entry of the home where twin frosted glass doors with an overhead transom open to the grand cathedral-ceiling foyer. Restrained only by grand views of nature, even from here one can appreciate the rows of windows and a series of glass doors on the rear elevation that allow breezes to mingle with the elegant, open interior.
Though strikingly contemporary, interior details of the home remain sensitive to the rugged aspects of its old world inspired architecture. Paneled windows, perfect sight lines and restrained symmetry in the structure combined with slate, granite, alder and walnut finishings. Walls toned in Siena and earthen hues complement the colors of nature brought in by wide vistas of scenery. Decorative tray ceilings carry from room to room creating an overall refined look. Graceful columns eloquently delineate the transition from formal and casual living spaces.
An open arrangement of the great room, formal dining room and gourmet kitchen create the homes quintessential "gathering zone" - where family meals are prepared and formal dinners are shared; with the big game is watched and homework gets done - where the party always ends up. Wrapping counters and a food preparation island in the gourmet kitchen permit the cook to enjoy conversations with guests and views of Okanagan Lake and the pool area through the area's plethora of windows. A gas fireplace framed by oversized slate tiles and overhead recessed lighting Inc. or is the adjacent great room, which also offers wide views of the lake and glass door access to the pool area.
The fully finished lower level is all about flex space. An area currently used as a home office also offers excellent potential for an in-law or nanny suite. For the wine connoisseur, a recessed wine alcove awaits the arrival of your favorite vintages. An impressive, lake-view space finished with synthetic rubber flooring is perfect for the health enthusiast who enjoys the convenience of their own private fitness studio for their work-outs. Finally, a state-of-the-art media room is all prepared, but remains open for a homeowner to finish adding their personal preferences.
Welcome to the suite life:
If an escape from the stresses of the day is a must, look no further than the master suite. Elegant tray ceilings, clever ambient lighting and a rich, earthy color palette provide a warm and comforting embrace upon entry to the room. Making a stunning impact is a bayed wall of windows that literally wraps the sleeping quarters in Okanagan lake vistas. Here, a set of sliding glass doors provide immediate access to the pool area. Shed the corporate uniform, swim some laps, then returned to the spa inspired en-suite for the final stage of the unwinding process. The minute you step into this room, you just know that you are in for something special. Paying true homage to nature, this space is a showcase of its best creations. A mosaic of slate tile covers the heated floors and adorns every wall of the room, giving it a ruggedly inviting essence, while rich wood cabinetry and granite countertops visually warm the area. A state of the art steam shower with remote body sprays and rain shower head brings an authentic spa experience into the home. Sleek, designer plumbing appointments, twin vessel sinks and a unique, Cleopatra tub are the room's crowning jewels. It is just most exquisite of spaces that will greet your days and wish you "good night" in a truly indulgent way...
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