201 James River Ridge , Rural Clearwater County

$899,900

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,681 Sqft
2.64 Acres
2 Garages

Custom-built mountain ACREAGE home, located just a 2 minute walk to fishing, kayaking or canoeing on the James River. This home offers over 2,400 sq ft of living space in the exclusive gated community of James River Retreat, surrounded by forest and ENDLESS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE or cozy nights by the fireplace. Located just 25 minutes northwest of Sundre and about 1.5 hours from Calgary, this beautifully maintained property offers privacy, comfort, and year-round recreation in one of Alberta’s MOST UNIQUE PRIVATE COMMUNITIES. Inside, dramatic vaulted ceilings and expansive windows fill the open living space with natural light while showcasing peaceful forest views. The bright kitchen features a stainless steel induction KitchenAid induction stove and appliances (still under warranty) and flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating a warm and inviting space for gathering with family and friends. Step outside onto the large covered front deck with a natural gas BBQ hookup, perfect for outdoor cooking, entertaining and relaxing while taking in the valley and surrounding trees. The main level includes a spacious primary bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry, allowing CONVENIENT SINGLE-LEVEL LIVING. Upstairs, a stunning open loft overlooking the living room leads to two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom. The lower level offers a LARGE GUEST ROOM and full bath, while the attached garage has been converted into a VERSATILE REC ROOM, currently used as a gym, hobby room, and home theatre. Comfort is exceptional year-round with in-floor heating throughout the home and a heat recovery ventilation system. Outside, enjoy your private, FORESTED 2.6 ACRES and a private backyard fire-pit area surrounded by trees, complete with two custom-built woodsheds. The property also features a detached (natural gas heated) garage with a CUSTOM ELECTRIC LIFT designed for working on or storing a quad and mower, along with extensive space-saving shelving and storage. High-speed Starlink internet makes working remotely easy, making this property ideal as a FULL-TIME FAMILY HOME, WEEKEND GETAWAY or RETIREMENT OASIS. Living in James River Retreat offers PRIVATE ACCESS to the James River for kayaking, fishing, and swimming, a COMMUNITY POND for skating in winter, and shared amenities including a cook shack, gathering tables, and horseshoe pits perfect for private gatherings and events. Conveniently located 20 minutes from BURNTSTICK LAKE and just 15 minutes to the BEARBERRY SALOON, this remarkable property offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. A school bus stop at the top of the hill also makes it practical for full-time family living. Fiber Optic internet is being installed this fall giving you a choice of Starlink or high speed Fiber Optic.

Essential Information
MLS® #A2293265
Price$899,900
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3.00
Full Baths3
Square Footage1,681
Acres2.64
Year Built2009
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeDetached
StatusActive
Style

2 Storey, Acreage with Residence

Community Information
Address201 James River Ridge
SubdivisionJames River Retreat
CityRural Clearwater County
CountyClearwater County
ProvinceAlberta
Postal CodeT0M 1C0
Amenities
AmenitiesOther
Parking Spaces6
# of Garages2
Parking

220 Volt Wiring, Double Garage Detached, Garage Door Opener, Gravel Driveway, Heated Garage, Insulated, Other, Oversized, Plug-In

Interior
CoolingNone
Has BasementYes
BasementFull
FireplaceYes
# of Fireplaces1
Interior Features

High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Appliances

Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Electric Stove, Garage Control(s), Microwave Hood Fan, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Heating

In Floor, Hot Water, Natural Gas

Fireplaces

Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Exterior
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Exterior Features

BBQ gas line, Fire Pit, Private Yard

Lot Description

Back Yard, Creek/River/Stream/Pond, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Private, Sloped Down, Treed, Views, Wooded

Construction

Composite Siding, Concrete, Wood Siding

Additional Information
ZoningLR
Listing Details
OfficeRE/MAX Landan Real Estate
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