Living Kelowna Podcast: Lake Country Neighbourhood Guide

Welcome to this episode exploring the beautiful Lake Country, BC, just a short drive north of Kelowna. In this podcast, we delve into the three distinct neighbourhoods that make up Lake Country—North West, South West, and East/Oyama. Providing insights into the local real estate market, amenities, and unique features of each area, this episode is a comprehensive guide for anyone considering a move to this tranquil lakeside community.

Highlights:

1. Lake Country North West:

   • Features the master-planned lakeside community known as The Lakes.
   • Offers a variety of homes with stunning views of Okanagan Lake and Wood Lake.
   • Carrs Landing boasts waterfront estates, orchards, and farms, with some properties exceeding 7 million dollars.
   • Home to 50th Parallel Estate winery and numerous dining options.
   • Average sale prices: $1.7 million for single-family homes, $658 thousand for townhomes, and $443 thousand for condos.

2. Lake Country South West:

   • Positioned between Kelowna and Vernon, with Highway 97 running through the center.
   • Home to the award-winning master-planned community, Lakestone, offering breathtaking views of Okanagan Lake and Mountains.
   • Notable schools include George Elliot Secondary, Davidson Road Elementary, and Peter Greer Elementary.
   • Average sale prices: $1.4 million for single-family homes and $749 thousand for townhomes.

3. Lake Country East/Oyama:

   • Encompasses Ellison Lake, Wood Lake, and parts of Kalamalka Lake along Highway 97.
   • Home to the Okanagan Rail Trail, a 52-kilometre trail along the shores of Kalamlka Lake, Wood Lake, and Okanagan Lake.
   • Various amenities, including restaurants, grocery stores, and outdoor activities like water sports, fishing, and hiking.
   • Average sale prices: $913 thousand for single-family homes, $599 thousand for townhomes, and $444 thousand for condos.

Key Takeaways:

• Lake Country is comprised of three official neighbourhoods but includes four distinct areas: Oyama, Carrs Landing, Winfield, and Okanagan Centre.
• Each neighbourhood offers unique features, from the lakeside community of The Lakes to the award-winning community of Lakestone.
• The real estate market varies, with North West having higher average prices, especially in Carrs Landing.
• Lake Country provides a range of outdoor activities, amenities, and scenic views, making it an ideal place for families, professionals, and retirees.

Relevant Quotes:

1. "Lake Country, just a short drive north of Kelowna, is a quiet lakeside community bustling with young professionals, families, and retirees."
2. "The Lakes Community Living offers you not only wonderful neighbourhood amenities but local parks that include the recently finished Apex park, nearby hiking trails, and lots of flat streets for biking, walking, and playing a family game of street hockey."
3. "Lakestone offers some of the most scenic unobstructed views of Okanagan Lake and Mountains in all of the Okanagan region and is truly a spectacular place to call home."
4. "This region has all of the amenities of Lake Country and Oyama. Various restaurants, grocery stores, produce markets, pharmacies and more."
5. "The average sale price for a single-family home in Lake Country North West is currently just over $1.7 million."

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