Campbell River,
7100 Gold River Highway

This premier lakefront property on McIvor Lake is only five minutes from Campbell River and consists of 4.79 acres with 179ft of lakefront.

The property is beautifully forested with a long meandering paved driveway to the residence and lakeshore, which has been extensively developed and includes an exceptional 7155sqft main residence with a triple garage, which is only four years old. There is also a 1350sqft guest cottage and additional detached single garage.

The property is attractively landscaped around the residence and cottage and much has been left in its natural state. With out question this is a very special property and a rare opportunity. A convenient location, which provides a very unique lifestyle.

The main residence offers 7155sqft of luxurious comfortable living areas on 3 levels. All primary living areas have access to expansive lakeside patio decks overlooking the lake and the beautifully landscaped grounds, which includes expansive lawns with a variety of gardens and extensive rock work which incorporate a pond and waterfalls. Underground sprinklers, water systems and beautiful feature lighting.

The driveway entrance with the accompanying landscape and lighting makes for a warm and attractive entrance to the home and cottage. The home also has an attached 1075sqft 3-bay garage plus there is a detached single garage with a finished loft / storage area. One will certainly appreciate the unique exterior design and finishing features.

The main level living areas are exceptionally well laid out and appointed, certainly ideal for entertaining. The ground level has direct access out to the grounds at lakeside. The third floor consists of a huge master bedroom with private deck on the lakeside complemented with two walk-in closets and lavish ensuite. Three additional good sized bedrooms one with private ensuite and two with shared ensuite.

Extensive state of the art mechanical systems and services have also been incorporated into the home. These include a geothermal hot water heating system, water systems with filtration and ultraviolet treatment, security, entertainment and communication systems. Substantial electrical service and approved state of the art waste management system.

Exterior finishing includes quality and tasteful features such as a concrete tile roof, hardy plank siding with some natural cedar and fir trim. Concrete exterior patio decks with aluminum rails and tempered glass panels. Edge grain fir entrance door with side lights and quality windows. All make for a very stylish and inviting home.

Main Level description begins with a dramatic and inviting entry way with a curved staircase finished in slate tile with oak trim and wrought iron with oak railings. Adorned with a large chandelier.

To the right of the entry is a formal sitting room with a gas fireplace, to the left is an office/study with built in oak shelving and credenza.

The expansive primary living area takes in the entire lakefront side of the home it incorporates the main living room (great room) dining area and kitchen - a very warm and inviting space with elegant detail.

The great room has a separate wet bar area with dark maple cabinetry, granite counter on the wrought iron peninsula, stainless steel bar, sink and mini fridge. There is also a center piece stone fireplace with gas insert. Additional maple wood work on a corner wall which has also been wired for a wall mounted TV/entertainment system, wiring and power has also been incorporated into the floor for surround sound system.

The dining and kitchen areas are also equipped with built in speaker systems and feature lighting. The dining area is large enough to accommodate substantial furnishings and also has a large window seat.

The kitchen is a gourmet delight. Extensive and very well laid out, this culinary centre of the home has lots of cabinetry which includes a large centre island finished in a dark maple and topped with granite counters. Equipped with state of the art appliances which includes a Miele coffee maker, six burner stainless steel Viking professional gas stove with an electric oven/convection oven. Kitchen Aide brand quiet dishwasher, fridge and freezer with ice and water dispensing system all with matching cabinetry faces.

There is also a stainless steel microwave oven and wall oven. Nice additional touches such as a cold water filling spout above the stove for large pots. Beautiful tile work throughout the working area of the kitchen and feature lighting. There is also a large pantry area.

The laundry room provides lots of elbow room, extensive cabinetry with Centre Island, built in wall closets as well as an additional full sized stand up fridge and full size stand up freezer. This main floor also has a two-piece bathroom/powder room. On the main level grade is a 1075sqft three bay garage with two standard height doors and one 9ft over height door.

The garage was engineered and constructed with I-Beam support therefore there are no posts allowing for considerably more useable space. Two hose bibs are located in the garage as well as a hot water mixing valve to control water temperature.

The Ground Level / basement plan. This level is on-grade with direct access from the family recreational room to the landscaped grounds and trail down to the lakeside. The ‘Recreation Room” is equipped with a full wet bar with fridge, built in ice maker, dishwasher and stainless steel sink. Above the fridge there is a connection for a television. Fitness room overlooks the lake with in floor plugs for powering fitness equipment.

A dry sauna designed with 20” benches, decorative lighting and speakers. Beautifully appointed three piece bath with a steam shower. Two hand held showers on each side with seating plus one center rain type shower head. Steam heads have small bowls for liquid potions. One bedroom with a full three piece ensuite.

An additional sitting area plus home entertainment/media room wired for either conventional system or overhead projector with screen. Closet with stackable washer and dryer same as in the main laundry. Mechanical room and additional storage.

The Upper Floor plan includes the Master suite with a private balcony as well as a window seat both overlooking the lake, two walk in closets and a very spacious and lavish five-piece ensuite. Dividing the bedroom from the ensuite is a three-sided gas fireplace.

The ensuite has a corner soaker tub with view of the lake, large glassed in shower with seating, finished in tile with heated floors, double vanities provide extensive cabinetry and lots of storage with double sinks, large mirrors separated by a make up table. Wiring and cable has been roughed in for wall mounted TV/entertainment systems in both the bedroom and ensuite.

The second bedroom has a private three piece ensuite with tub overlooking the lake. Third and fourth bedroom share another ensuite with side-by-side sinks and separate room for toilet and bathtub/shower. One of these bedrooms has built in cabinets for sewing or craft applications as well as a desk.

The Bonus room above the garage is 1005sqft completely finished and originally designed to function as an office. Two rooms separated by wood and glass French doors. All base boards and trim are clear Douglas fir. This area also includes a two-piece bathroom, a kitchenette and a free standing woodstove.

Detached Garage built to match the style and design of the principal residence with a fully finished second level that provides substantial additional storage. This is a well designed and thought out home, which incorporates and includes rooms to accommodate any and all of your family activities.

The Guest Cottage is a 1350sqft three bedroom rancher with a full three piece bath, large living room adjacent to the dining area and kitchen. A full width patio deck overlooking the lake. For comfort and efficiency there is in floor radiant hot water heat and recover air ventilation system. This is a very comfortable cottage that is great for extended family and guests as well as a place for the kids to have their own space.

The Landscaping: This is a very attractive acreage. Primarily fully treed in second growth fir with a long meandering paved driveway leading to the home and guest cottage. The entrance is attractively paved and the grounds surrounding the entry and the home is finished in expansive lawns with extensive rock work that incorporates numerous gardens surrounding the buildings.

These gardens are appointed with a variety of annual and perennial shrubs. The rock work incorporates a pond and a waterfall, stone staircases, gravelled fire pit area and a path through the part of the forest down the lake. There is a fully automated sprinkler system as well as numerous hose bibs and two water hydrants that are serviced by the sprinkler system with two inch water supply for major wash down projects and also to function as emergency fire fighting stations.

Lakeside: There is a good quality dock and landing in place. Mechanical Systems and Additional Features – extensive thought and considerable expense have gone into the mechanical systems and features of this home to provide efficiency, comfort and convenience.

The beautiful community of Campbell River is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island between Strathcona Park, to the west, and the Discovery Islands, to the east. It is a growing city located on the frontier of BC’s spectacular wilderness. Renowned as the Salmon Capital of the World, Campbell River is nestled in a region rich in natural resources, scenic beauty and an incredible variety of wildlife. One of the four main fishing centers on Vancouver Island, the city is internationally famous for both its ocean and freshwater fishing and the year-round salmon fishing in Discovery Passage is unmatched. Visitors marvel at the array of natural beauty and the variety of outdoor activities this region has to offer. Raw beauty and pristine wilderness less than 4 hours from the booming metropolises of Vancouver or Victoria make Campbell River one of the most desirable destinations in British Columbia.