Steps from Okanagan Lake and set in an eye-catching horseshoe formation surrounding an expansive green lawn, Waterfront off ers a vacation lifestyle unlike any other. Homes are built to the most exacting of specifications, and boast forward thinking design more in keeping with an urban loft than a summer cottage.
Sliding glass walls, Sub Zero appliances, polished concrete fireplace mantels — this is a decidedly contemporary chic take on the secondhome lifestyle. “The homes themselves are phenomenal,” says Rob Chetner, cofounder of Vancouver-based Trasolini Chetner Construction and Development Corp. “There are glass towers at the front entrance of each home, and the effect you get is fantastic, with light and views coming in that are unique to themselves. Some look to the lake, some to the vineyard — they’re a real architectural feature, and they’re just so cool.” Also impressive are the covered outdoor kitchens, which come complete with fireplaces, built-in barbecues, refrigerators, sinks and countertop workspace.
Inside each home, four bedrooms — two of which are master suites with ensuites — two dens, extensive millwork, ceramic tile flooring, solid surface countertops and stainless steel and glass accents create an endlessly livable, yet thoroughly modern retreat.
“We also included geothermal heating and air conditioning so each home has an individual geothermal system, and on the third floor of each home we have huge roof decks at over 250 square feet with unparalleled water, mountain or vineyard views,” Chetner says. “The homes are very beautifully detailed and appointed.” As is the development itself.
Situated on a prime 12-acre flat lot that leads directly to the beach, Waterfront is the ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. An onsite Quail’s Gate vineyard offers a slice of the Okanagan lifestyle, while carefully tended landscaping, a saltwater pool and a hot tub ensure residents young and old have a place to play.
A private dock, boat slips and lifts for each home and a firepit on the beach only extend the laidback, summery atmosphere. “We could have developed 50 to 80 small, condo style units on this site and it would’ve been a totally different experience,” Chetner says. “But we wanted to create something unique and intimate so we pursued a different avenue, having only 20 homes, which makes it more of a small community.” And while it’s secluded, it’s near
all the amenities — west Kelowna is moments away with its shops and services, making it easy to run into town for groceries.
“People have been blown away by it — they can’t believe how amazing it is,” Chetner says. “It’s a slice of heaven. You’ve got all your amenities, you’ve got a home built to the highest standards, and when you’re down by the water, you’re looking to some of the best lake and mountain views in the valley.”