1654 Swansea Avenue, Windermere, British Columbia

About This Property

BOAT SLIP! Welcome to the historic Barracks at Lake Windermere. A piece of Canadian history, originally built in 1886 as the first RCMP barracks in the Rockies, this iconic .3 acre estate blends charm with modern luxury, offering a lifestyle defined by the lake and mountains that frame it. **INCLUDES A VERY RARE BOAT SLIP** in the private Hidden Bay marina with it's deeper water access, allowing for an extended boating season. This home is designed for connection, anchored by it's historic charm and modern comforts, with 5 bedrooms (including TWO bunk rooms) and 2 full bathrooms. The interior boasts open spacious living areas—one featuring a piano, dining and living space, the other a cozy basement retreat with an electric fireplace. A hobby room, set as an art studio, provides you with a creative escape. A double detached garage and huge log storage shed provide security and convenience. Enjoy the Purcell Mountain sunsets from the covered porch, a screened-in outdoor dining room extends your summer evenings outside while the kids explore the flat, private yard equipped with a treehouse, trampoline, and hockey shooting range. After a day at the beach (2 minute walk away), soak under the stars in the private lake view hot tub. The established privacy hedges & fenced area are perfect! Own a legendary piece of the Windermere Valley. This lovingly maintained home is being sold TURN-KEY and ready to rent through it's already established professional vacation management. NO GST.