Welcome to Mountainside Luxury Estate - Located in Whitby Estates, one of West Vancouver's newest luxury developments. Situated 2-3 minutes above Highway #1, you have spectacular views at every turn spanning from Seymour Mountain and Mount Baker to the east, across Vancouver and the Lions Gate Bridge, then westerly across to UBC, the Pacific Ocean and beyond to Vancouver Island. The area is also a hot spot for hikers, mountain bikers, walkers and joggers due to the number of natural woodland B.C. trails that run along the creeks throughout the area. You will experience the best of all worlds at Mountainside Estates - executive living, spectacular views, and tranquil woodland setting. Mountainside Estate is a grand 7,000 square foot house on a sprawling south facing lot. The gated flat driveway has ample room for guest parking. The front of the property is dramatic with an infinity edge pool cascading into a natural river rock waterfall that itself turns into a natural rock pond. There is also a fountain and pond at the front entrance. The landscaping beautifully complements the woodland environment and there is an array of flowers, berries, and herbs planted across the property. The back yard is an enchanting, cozy, woodland covered sitting area. The upper large garden balcony has the most spectacular views of the property and is currently being planted with clematis, herbs, flowers, dahlias, sweet peas, beans and tomatoes. A unique feature of this property is that there are no houses across the street - only a park and a grass field. The infinity edge pool, covered and heated outdoor pool area, outdoor fireplace and massive pergola, and extensive pool patio are probably the most dramatic features of the house. This space has expansive views of the city and ocean while being private, shaded, and sun drenched - all at the same time. This is the perfect space for all family members to use in any weather condition. Inside you'll find traditional finishing juxtaposed with stylish executive decor. When you first enter the house you have a sense of grandeur and space while at the same time remaining intimate. The main floor has vaulted 24 foot ceilings at both the entrance and family room. City and ocean views dominate from all rooms. Black Walnut hardwood floors cover the main floor. An elevator connects all levels. Upstairs, the bedrooms all have vaulted ceilings. The large master bedroom has its own fireplace, private view deck, spectacular spa-like vaulted en suite, and grand walk in closet. The second bedroom has the best view overlooking the Lions Gate Bridge and downtown and across to Vancouver Island. This bedroom shares a washroom and the garden patio with the third bedroom. The fourth bedroom is in the back of the house, complete with en suite and walk in closet. This bedroom is also tastefully painted with flower fairies on the walls. The basement contains a wine room, theatre room, powder room, full washroom, bar kitchen, and family room. Mountainside Estates is located 3 minutes above the Upper Levels Highway. It takes 10 minutes to drive to Stanley Park, 15 minutes to downtown non rush hour and is on the main route to Whistler - about an hour and a half drive. You can also walk from the east side of the British Properties into the woods and take a short walk to Cleveland Damn, at the base of Grouse Mountain. This is the area that they were filming the second Twilight movie. Major hiking trails are throughout the area. Cypress Mountain is directly behind the property, a few more minutes up the hill. The local beaches are Ambleside and Dundarave famous walking sea wall and are down the hill only 5 minutes away. These areas have a dog beach, play grounds, fields, restaurants and shopping. |