The Kootenay Sanctuary: 229 Acres of Pure Possibility Escape to a sprawling 229-acre estate where the rugged beauty of the Kootenays meets refined rural living. Located just 15 minutes from the heart of Kimberley and 20 minutes from Cranbrook, this rare gem offers a lifestyle defined by privacy, water wealth, and panoramic mountain horizons. The land itself is a playground for the senses. Spend your summers swimming and paddleboarding on your private lake, or embrace the winter chill with a game of pond hockey on the ice. A year-round creek winds through the acreage, backed by established irrigation rights, while a wildlife-filled pond and a large, fenced garden provide the foundation for a sustainable, self-sufficient lifestyle. The 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is designed to invite the outside in. Bathed in natural light, every window acts as a frame for the surrounding peaks and timber. With ample space for family and guests, the layout balances cozy mountain charm with the scale required for grand-scale hosting. Bordering vast tracts of Crown land, your backyard extends as far as you can hike, ride, or explore. Whether you envision a premier cattle ranch, a boutique farm, or a private family legacy estate, the reliable water rights and diverse terrain offer endless potential. This is a rare and once in a lifetime opportunity, don't miss out! (id:60457)