Record Sale in 2022! This World Class Waterfront Luxury Estate with sweeping 180-degree unobstructed expansive south-west ocean views is located on the water’s edge in the most exclusive Altamont area in West Vancouver's Golden Mile. The design of this home is inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic architecture, and brought to life by renowned architect, Paul Grant and the visionary owner who is a pioneer of the clean power technology industry.
Private, hidden from street view, secure and gated on half an acre property with easy access to 98 ft of pristine west coast shoreline. This coveted land was formerly part of an apple orchard owned by Vancouver's notable Woodward family. A sustainable, energy efficient home, built to last, modern, functional, and timeless that can be passed down for generations to come. Offering the ultimate indoor and outdoor lifestyle with a spectacular resort-style outdoor infinity geothermal- heated pool and jacuzzi, landscaped oceanside concrete and ironwood terraces, three private zen gardens, barbecue pit, kayak and canoe storage, and easy access to the beach.
Completed in 2008 with concrete construction from top to bottom, this home features the highest quality materials throughout including Pennsylvania bluestone, concrete, brick, zinc, stainless steel, limestone, edge-grain woods (solid white oak floors, beech millwork, ironwood fence and decking, fir window frames, and doors), and glass. Immaculate and perfectly maintained, this three-level 9,432 sq ft home includes an open-design living space, five large bedrooms all with luxurious spa- inspired ensuites and two additional beautiful washrooms, substantial recreation features, a large corporate-style office, five fireplaces, elevator, two double-car garages and a soundproof professional-grade music studio.
The upper south wing features the spacious master bedroom suite built with the contemporary connoisseur in mind, boasting spectacular ocean views, cozy gas fireplace, expansive ensuite bathroom, private terrace, large walk-in closet, dressing room, custom-designed millwork, and laundry equipment.
The home’s upper north wing which is connected to the south wing by a bridge, features a self-contained luxury guest suite with a kitchenette, ensuite, fireplace, laundry equipment and its own private entrance. This level also features two additional well-appointed bedrooms with ensuites and beautiful ocean views.
The main living level has a luxurious open-plan featuring living and dining spaces, a family room, a breakfast area, and a kitchen with floor to ceiling glass windows, framed with edge-grain fir allowing an abundance of natural light. Other distinctive features include sound absorbing beech lattice panelled ceilings, solid edge-grain white oak flooring, extensive beech custom-designed millwork, ironwood exterior decking, top of the line Linn home entertainment and sound system, hidden motorized blinds, and integrated lighting. The perfectly located kitchen captures optimal ocean views and includes European Poggenpohl cabinetry, granite countertops, a deluxe pantry, professional grade Gaggenau, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances.
The lower poolside level features a bedroom with luxury ensuite and impressive ocean views, a large open plan flex space, including family room, yoga/exercise room, steam room and a soundproof professional grade music studio which can be converted into another bedroom or entertainment theatre. Stay in shape with your waterfront lifestyle pool and jacuzzi with epic sunset views or just watch the seals, eagles, whales, and boats go by. This is West Coast living at its finest. This once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece took five years to design and build. The skilled contractor and sub-trades built the highest-quality home possible with no compromises in materials and workmanship. Every material and every detail throughout the home was carefully thought-through and implemented to create this extraordinary home for the discerning owner.
Created with a clean energy vision and surpassing all the highest building standards including earthquake specifications and wide walls that create significant thermal mass to help keep the temperature constant. The state-of-the-art geothermal heating and cooling system, drilled to a depth of 300 ft, provides zero-emission heating and cooling from a bespoke mechanical room - engineering brilliance at its finest. Change the temperature in any space, to suit the occupant. This home is designed with the capability to be a Net Zero home with back-up power, with the future installation of solar power and a generator. The heated driveway and special V-shaped design of the zinc roof collects water, which is stored in a cistern adjacent to the pool and is recirculated for landscape irrigation. This is the ultimate home for the discerning buyer who is environmentally conscious.
This architecturally compelling home is designed to honor the land, maximize sweeping ocean views, optimize operational efficiency, and uses the finest materials and craftsmanship. This ideal location is a short walking distance from Dundarave Village, the seawall, restaurants, shops, cafes, transit, and public beaches. It is a short drive away from downtown Vancouver, top schools, ferries, hiking trails, and world class ski resorts including Cypress Mountain and Whistler.