Reasons to Own The Residences at Spirit Ridge
CLIMATE Osoyoos boasts the warmest and driest year round climate in Canada with over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually. Perched on the sun soaked Eastern bench, The Residences are blessed with the Valley's most desirable location providing for South and West exposure from the spacious outdoor living spaces of each and every Residence. The Residences at Spirit Ridge truly is Canada's hottest new development.
EXCLUSIVITY The Residences at Spirit Ridge is a gated community of exclusive Residences located at the top rated resort destination in the South Okanagan Valley. Residents benefit from having access to one of Canada's most comprehensive destination resorts with a wide array of recreation, entertainment, lifestyle, education and dining experiences at Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa, Sonora Dunes Golf Course, Nk'Mip Cellars, Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre and other destination amenities and services. Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa is the #1 rated resort in the South Okanagan according to Trip Advisor as of September 2011.
CREDIBILITY The Residences are the vision of Bellstar Hotels & Resorts, the leading resort developer and operator in Western Canada and visionary behind the highly recognized and rated Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa. Bellstar is committed to building high quality, locally inspired resort and recreational homes providing owners with exceptional experiences.
VIEWS Built high up on a ridge overlooking the valley and the emerald green fairways of the Sonora Dunes Golf Course, each and every Residence boasts spectacular panoramic views of Lake Osoyoos and the Okanagan Valley, the Great Basin Desert, the rugged peaks of the Cascade mountains, and the lush vineyards of Canada's wine country.
INSPIRED ARCHITECTURE Meticulous thought and attention has been given to the Southwest desert inspired adobe architecture and landscaping so as to seamlessly blend the development with its natural surroundings. When completed, The Residences will feature exceptional 'curb appeal' that honours the tradition of classic desert design and respects the beauty and sensitivity of the spectacular site we are privileged to build on.
DESIGNED FOR 'EVERYDAY LIVING' Three distinct villa floor plans have been carefully designed for every day, year round living. Enjoy the ease and efficiency of having all of your floor space on a single level which includes spacious walk‐in closets, ample storage space, built‐in cabinets, and a 20 foot wide double car garage.
PRIVATE AMENITIES As one of just a limited number of owners at The Residences, you and your guests will enjoy exclusive use of a private clubhouse and fitness facility, dramatic infinity pool and hot tub with a sports court.
LUXURIOUS OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE The Residences elevate the definition of 'outdoor living space' in the Okanagan Valley. Every villa features an expansive floor‐to‐ceiling folding glass wall that seamlessly transitions and integrates the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The expansive outdoor deck is largely covered and features sun‐screen drapes to provide you with the flexibility of soaking in the rays or seeking shelter from the sun with the calming breeze of the built‐in ceiling fan. The outdoor kitchen is equipped with a professional built‐in grill, prep space and a bar fridge.
MASTERFUL BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS Live like a King and Queen with a minimum of two master bedrooms in every villa floor plan, each with their own en‐suite bathroom. Spacious walk‐in closets, his and hers sinks, tiled showers, separate soaker tubs, granite counters, and natural solar tube lighting are just a few of the standard features that make these important living spaces masterful.
GOURMET KITCHEN Designed for the gourmet chef who loves to entertain friends and family, the spacious open concept kitchen features an expansive granite island with built‐in cabinets and drawers, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking options, wine fridge, elegant wood cabinets and retractable drawers, and the other essentials for the discerning cook in the family.
INCLUDED APPLIANCES Seven appliances are included in every Residence: GE stainless steel side‐by-side fridge with water and ice dispenser, GE flat cook top self‐cleaning stove, GE microwave‐hood fan, GE dishwasher, GE large capacity stacking front loading washer & dryer, and wine fridge plus the outdoor barbeque grill and bar fridge.
FINER DETAILS The attention to detail will be noticeable the moment you arrive at your Residence through a welcoming entrance courtyard with your own decorative Tuscan style water fountain. Inside, revel in the uncompromising quality finishing and fixtures that raise the standard of luxury living in the South Okanagan. Features such as 18x18 inch imported flooring tile, luxurious carpet, solid wood doors, maple cabinets, designer line door & bathroom hardware, granite counters with elegant edge profiles, and vivid designer‐series painted walls are just the start of what elevates The Residences at Spirit Ridge above the crowd.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY The Residences will have high efficient central heating and air conditioning systems with low‐E windows, and a tight building envelope to minimize cooling loss in summer and heat loss in winter. In addition, there is an auto‐shut off of the heating and air conditioning associated with the folding glass wall.
NO HST/GST OR PTT. Enjoy one of the great benefits of owning a long‐term residential fully pre‐paid lease on Federal lands.
ENVIRONMENTAL FENCING The entire Residence community is fenced to manage the impacts on the surrounding environment including interpretive and information signage to gain greater understanding and appreciation for one of the most unique Eco zones in Canada.