A magnificent waterfront estate in Lake Country, known as The Waterside Farm, has fetched a staggering $32 million, marking the highest residential sale ever recorded in British Columbia's Interior. This landmark transaction not only sets a new benchmark for luxury real estate in the region but also ties for the second-highest MLS-recorded sale in the entire province.
Key Takeaways
- The Waterside Farm, an 8.5-acre waterfront property, sold for $32 million.
- This sale is the highest residential transaction in B.C.'s Interior and ties for the second-highest provincial MLS sale.
- The estate boasts a 20,000 sq. ft. main residence with 9 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms.
- Features include extensive lake frontage, a guest wing, caretaker's home, and resort-style amenities.
A Glimpse Inside The Waterside Farm
Located at 12391 Pixton Road, the sprawling 8.55-acre property offers approximately 850 feet of pristine Okanagan Lake frontage. The main residence, a 20,000-square-foot architectural marvel built in 2017, features 9 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms. It is equipped with state-of-the-art SMART-home technology, geothermal heating and cooling, and its own water filtration plant.
Inside, the estate showcases vaulted wood-beam ceilings, marble-tiled corridors, wood-burning fireplaces, and breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and mountains. The main wing includes a gourmet chef's kitchen, a private theatre, a wine cellar, a home gym, and a recreation lounge complete with a full bar. Two primary suites and three additional ensuite bedrooms provide luxurious private quarters.
Extensive Amenities And Guest Accommodations
Beyond the main house, The Waterside Farm offers a separate three-bedroom guest wing with its own kitchen and living area, ensuring privacy and comfort for visitors. A detached 1,800-square-foot caretaker's home adds further utility to the expansive property.
Outdoor amenities are equally impressive, featuring a resort-style pool, hot tub, and multiple patios perfect for entertaining. At the water's edge, a modern wharf system with composite decking, boat and seadoo lifts, and seasonal water hookups is ready to accommodate even large yachts.
A Boost For The Okanagan Luxury Market
Jane Hoffman, president of Unison Jane Hoffman Realty, who represented the sale, described the property as "truly one of a kind" and "the most remarkable property" she has ever represented in her over 40 years of selling on Okanagan Lake. She emphasized that the sale "speaks to what makes the Okanagan so special—it’s an extraordinary place to live, and now the world is taking notice."
Kristy Huber, vice-president of sales at Unison Jane Hoffman Realty, added that sales of this magnitude demonstrate "real confidence in the Okanagan market." She believes this transaction "puts the Okanagan on the map among British Columbia’s most desirable luxury destinations and reinforces the region’s strength as a place to invest."
