Bowen Island home is a private oasis
Property combines woodland setting with modern interior
1201 Sawmill Lane, Bowen Island Type: 4- bedroom, 3- bathroom detached Size: 3,410 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 623,000 Listed for: $ 779,000 Sold for: $ 755,000 Sold on: Nov. 20 Days on market: 22 Listing agent: Hal Barber at Angell Hasman & Associates Realty Buyers agent: Dee Elliott at Macdonald Realty The big sell: This four- bedroom Bowen Island property has a tranquil setting; its private 3.3- acre lot has a large organic garden, greenhouse, pond and barn. The property is also surrounded by cedar trees, as well as open meadows, all of which can be appreciated from the home’s wrap- around covered porch. The property was built in 1989 and has undergone several recent upgrades, including a master ensuite bathroom with a clawfoot bathtub, as well as new carpets and paintwork throughout. The main floor is conducive to entertaining, with an openconcept kitchen, dining and family area, and a 19- by- 14- foot living room with vaulted ceilings. The three- level interior has plenty of natural light from the banks of windows and skylights, and a heat recovery ventilation system provides an energy- efficient method of heating.
Yaletown apartment boasts wrap- around balconies
310 — 939 Expo Blvd., Vancouver Type: 1- bedroom, 1- bathroom apartment Size: 610 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 374,000 Listed for: $ 408,000 Sold for: $ 403,000 Sold on: Nov. 15 Days on market: 63 Listing agent: Chris Tioseco at Sutton Group – West Coast Realty Buyers agent: Niva Chan at Domicile Real Estate Corp. The big sell: This corner unit home in Yaletown’s Max II building has two balconies totalling 225 square feet, forming a wrap- around area ideal for relaxing or al fresco dining. One is covered, so can be enjoyed year round. The interior features laminate hardwoods, a custom storage closet, digital thermostats, granite kitchen and bathroom countertops, a breakfast bar, gas range, new master bedroom carpets and an in- suite laundry. A parking stall and storage locker are included. Amenities include a 24- hour concierge, fitness room, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, theatre, bike storage and plenty of visitor parking. Pets and rentals are also allowed, and Yaletown’s shops, restaurants and services are within walking distance.
Kerrisdale townhouse offered instant appeal for buyers
6598 Arbutus St., Vancouver Type: 4- bedroom, 4- bathroom townhouse Size: 1,829 sq. ft. B. C. Assessment, 2014: $ 1,169,000 Listed for: $ 1,398,000 Sold for: $ 1,350,000 Sold on: Nov. 22 Days on market: 0 Listing agent: Winnie Chung at Royal Pacific Realty Buyers agent: Liz Chapman at One Percent Realty The big sell: Kerrisdale’s Bannister Mews was built by Polygon in 2007 and comprises a series of executive- style townhomes inspired by traditional English brick rowhouse architecture. This three- storey end unit home has a southeast- facing aspect and an open, spacious floor plan. There is hardwood flooring on the main level and upstairs, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, centre island and high- end stainless- steel appliances including a gas stove and a built- in microwave. There is a deep soaker tub in the master bathroom and an electric fireplace in the living room. Three bedrooms, including the master, are on the top floor, while a fourth is in the fully finished basement. The fenced yard has a patio, a grassy area and a large raised flower bed. There is an attached double garage incorporated into the front of the home.