20 ACRE EXECUTIVE ESTATE - KAMLOOPS/ KNUTSFORD B.C.
A SPECTACULAR CROWN JEWEL OF THE KAMLOOPS REGION - $1,950,000
The Residence:
A formal gatehouse permits entry to the sweeping concrete driveway lined by
impeccable white fencing and lamp posts. An interlocking brick wraparound
driveway indicates arrival at the impressive main residence. The stately two
storey manor boasts over 8,160 sq ft of living space plus a triple car
garage. Neutral toned stucco and tile roof envelope the home, while ample
windows reflect the scenic surroundings. This home is sure to impress!
Stately doors open to an impressive foyer on the upper level. A sweeping
staircase with oak banister leads to an impressive Great Room with floor to
ceiling windows, oak hardwood floors, curved walls lined with built-in
bookcases, and a stunning gas fireplace encased in imported Greek marble
which extends to a second marble fireplace above on the upper level.
The kitchen boasts custom oak cabinets, a large granite top island, granite
counters, additional prep sink, and a large walk-in pantry with wine cooler.
Appliances include a double Jenn-Air convection oven, cook top range, side
by side fridge and freezer with paneled doors and trash compactor. An
additional commercial size cooler is located off the main floor laundry
room.
Four spacious bedrooms plus a uniquely domed den grace the upper level. The
master suite features a personal gas fireplace, private deck with views,
exceptional ensuite with tile flooring, a unique wrap-around, walk-in glass
block shower stall, large Jacuzzi tub, vanity and enormous walk-in closet.
Two additional bedrooms each contain a gas fireplace and personal ensuite
with white imported Mexican tile, ‘soft finish’ bathtubs with retractable
showerheads, and Jacuzzi jets. The fourth bedroom features an
equally elaborate ensuite. Every room having a unique view of the
surroundings.
The lower level also features a billiards and games room, leading to the
large indoor pool with shower and sauna with French doors to the outside
interlocking brick patio.
Fully automated programmable lighting system, 9 gas fireplaces, four natural
gas furnaces with 2 venting systems, four air conditioning units, custom
doors, two laundry rooms, and numerous decorative accents, including
elaborate ceiling mouldings and recessed lighting.
The Outbuildings:
The suite has vaulted ceilings and spectacular views, tile and carpet
throughout, with laundry room, gas fireplace and 4 piece ensuite off master
bedroom, 4 piece main bathroom, kitchen with 3 appliances and gas fireplace
in large living room.
The impressive main outbuilding matches the main house in stucco finish and
tile roof. This large building consists of a 2 bedroom caretaker’s suite
upstairs plus 3 stalls (which could be turned back to 8), wash rack,
5 bay car garage, a RV garage and office/workshop space.
The stalls and large wash rack have rubber mat flooring, solid wood
construction with grill top. The aisles are tiled and sloped to allow for
drainage and easy cleaning. The current owners have converted some stalls
into garage, but stall components are present for easy conversion back into
stalls.
The Property:
The 20 acres of property is fully usable and is elegantly ribboned by a
three rail white fence which also, outlines the 6 paddock areas. Four of the
paddocks have gazebo style horse shelters, keeping with the stucco style of
the main residence. Three shelters are serviced with electricity and water,
while the fourth is serviced with electricity alone.
The property is serviced by good
water/drilled wells.
This spectacular estate is truly one of the “Crown Jewels” of the Kamloops
region!
The Area
Knutsford is a small rural
community located 7 kilometres south of Kamloops on Highway 5A, just outside
of city limits. It is composed mostly of equestrian ranches and acreages, and some of
the best fly-fishing lakes that BC has to offer! Spectacular rolling
grassland hills and stunning sunsets make this community a beautiful setting
for residing and recreation.
Nearby Kamloops, a city of 83,000, is the Tournament Capital of
Canada. Blessed with an abundance of sunshine and an outdoor enthusiast's
dream with all the lakes, fairways and nature trails you'll need for
golfing, fishing, boating, kayaking, walking, hiking, and mountain biking
and horseback riding!
Kamloops is an hour away from the popular Sun Peaks ski resort. Shuswap Lake
is within a 30 minute drive. Kamloops is serviced by a regional airport with
direct flights to Calgary, Vancouver and Seattle.
The area also boasts numerous golf courses within a 15-30 minute drive.