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$820,000

2880 Chalet Drive, Blind Bay, BC

4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 2880 Chalet Drive in Blind Bay, BC currently offered at $820,000.

Beds: 4
Baths: 3
Sq Ft: 2738
Built: 1976

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $2,167
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Water Source: Municipal water
Sewer / Septic: Septic tank
Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Forced air, Electric
Parking: 2 spaces
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

Built in the 1970's but renovated for the present, this 4 Bed/3 Bath lakeview home is ready to tick the boxes on your ""new home must have"" list. Inside & Outdoor spaces have been thoughtfully curated to create both gathering areas, & peaceful places for private reflection. From the driveway, enter via stairs to the porch or by way of an Allen block wheelchair accessible ramp. Main entrance hall leads to open concept Dining/Kitchen space with French doors to raised deck & plenty of windows for enjoying expansive lake & mountain views. Kitchen features Quartz countertops & custom cabinetry with chestnut finish. Generous Living Room with vaulted t & g ceiling is anchored by a fieldstone fireplace updated with gas insert (2023). Main floor Primary Bedroom has 5 pc Ensuite fully updated (including marble-topped double vanity) in 2023. 2nd main floor Bedroom has 3 pc Ensuite also reno'd in 2023. Down the perfect 1970's circular staircase, find the Summer Kitchen with French doors to covered concrete patio & backyard. Huge Family Room also has a stone fireplace with 2023 gas insert. 2 Bedrooms & an updated 3 pc Bathroom provide possibility of creating a Suite. Laundry & Utility rooms complete this floor. The backyard exists on 2 levels. The upper boasts Pergola, Water Feature, Flower gardens with Corkscrew Hazelnut tree, Shed, & raised Garden Beds. Peaceful lower level has firepit & lawns. Front yard features open sundeck & privacy hedge. Close to beaches, golf, amenities & TCH. (id:63761)

Local Area Context • Blind Bay

Living in Blind Bay

A primarily residential waterfront enclave functioning as a leisure-oriented satellite to Salmon Arm, defined by a resort-like atmosphere and reliance on private rural services.

Local Due Diligence & Property Realities

Infrastructure in Blind Bay presents a significant departure from urban standards. There are no municipal water or sewer systems; instead, the community relies on a fragmented patchwork of private utilities, small community water systems, and individual wells. Wastewater is managed through private septic systems, which represent a significant long-term financial liability and require strict maintenance protocols. The lack of local urgent care means medical emergencies create a "cost of distance" requiring travel to the regional hospital in Salmon Arm. Winter brings a sharp reduction in activity as seasonal residents depart. The north-facing orientation of the bay means homes receive less winter sun compared to the north shore of the lake. Provincial road maintenance prioritizes the Trans-Canada Highway over residential cul-de-sacs and side roads, so residents in higher-elevation areas must often manage their own snow removal.

First-party area intelligence by Jeff Ragsdale, REALTOR®Full Blind Bay Area Guide