iN VIDEO: Peek inside these homes for the ultra-wealthy for sale in Kelowna
While many people in Kelowna are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage, the ultra-wealthy are perusing listings like these luxurious mansions where a sports car has more living space than a nuclear family.
Harrison Peers is a real estate agent in B.C., tasked with finding millionaires their luxury dream home, and he made some promotional videos for a $12.9 million mansion and a $16 million mansion in Kelowna.
“The average home price when I got my real estate license was about $2 million. I looked at it and I went, OK, so everything's luxury. If it's $2 million, the average person, that's out of reach without a long time savings or some serious income, so why not target luxury buyers and luxury sellers?” Peers said.
The two properties in Kelowna on Sheerwater Court have features like a garage elevator so the homeowner can lift their car into a showroom.
“From the bottom garage, you have a lift that can carry a vehicle up to the higher garage that doesn't actually have road access. So you can park your McLaren, you can park your Ferrari, and you can look out at the view. You can sit there with your buddies, have a couple of glasses of whiskey and really take in everything that is good about being alive,” Peers said. "I would point at that elevator and I would say that is one of the most wild features I have seen."
@thatrealtorharrison Would you live here? ?? For Info, call Harrison Peers with Sotheby’s - Let’s bring you home! Listed by Natalie Benedet and Scott Ross with the Benedet Ross Real estate Team at Kelowna’s Sotheby’s International Realty - Discover Luminescence, a distinguished Japanese Modern nestled in Sheerwater, Kelowna’s premier gated waterfront community. From the moment you arrive, Sheerwater distinguishes itself. It is a celebration of design, nature, and privacy - a sanctuary where life is lived with intention and distinction. Set on 2.15 acres, nineteen offers exclusive lakeside access with a private marina and unobstructed lake vistas. Its three-story genkan foyer creates a calming transition from the outdoors. Crafted from concrete, brick, glass, and timber, the residence showcases open interiors filled with natural light. Water features inside and outside create a sense of serenity. The sun terrace, accessible from the great room and primary suite, offers stunning 180-degree lake views and romantic sunsets. Wider than the home itself, the terrace includes multiple outdoor lounge areas, an outdoor kitchen, numerous gas-lit fire features, and a pool deck that seamlessly flows into an infinity pool color-matched to Okanagan Lake. Inside, a series of rooms offer mesmerizing views of exterior water features through clear aquarium panels. Additionally, a lush and private courtyard is off the sunlit, professional-grade kitchen. Built to commercial standards, every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship, exemplified by the two-story garage with a vehicle lounge, and a spacious passenger elevator. Recognized with awards for home design, primary suite, and luxury pool, Luminescence defines visionary.
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Some might assume someone famous is going to be buying these homes, but Peers said it’s usually someone whose wealth has a less glamorous origin.
“It's people coming in who invented something silly and made 20, 30 million dollars selling it. And here they are buying their residence,” he said.
Peers said most celebrities who are looking for a home have a trusted real estate agent who is going to keep their interests confidential.
“Ryan Reynolds knows his agent. And when Seth Rogen wants to buy... he calls Ryan and asks for a recommendation. You do see them, but it's not common compared to, like the concrete business,” Peer said.
The listing agents for the Sheerwater Court properties are Natalie Benedet and Scott Ross with Sotheby’s.
@thatrealtorharrison Would you live here? ?? For info, call Harrison Peers with Sotheby’s International Realty Canada. Listed by the Benedet and Ross Real Estate Team, Natalie & Scott, with Sotheby’s International Realty Canada - Nestled in exclusive Sheerwater, Mont des Cieux - the prestigious 2023 Home of the Year awarded by the Okanagan Housing Awards of Excellence, offers the ultimate lakefront living experience. This luxurious 10,000 square foot custom residence is strategically designed to provide unparalleled privacy and breathtaking views of Okanagan Lake. Constructed primarily of steel, concrete, and glass, this home radiates a sophisticated warmth. The glass-enclosed elevator seamlessly connects the various levels. The expansive great room, featuring soaring ceilings and walls of windows, fills the space with natural light, creating a serene ambiance. Step outside to the infinity pool overlooking Okanagan Lake or find tranquility in the back hillside seating area beside a tiled pond and waterfall, both designed for your relaxation and enjoyment. With cutting-edge mechanical systems, solar panels, and a fully-automated Crestron system, this visionary masterpiece stands out in the Okanagan region. Imported triple-pane windows from Austria, glass panels from Germany, millwork from Italy, furniture from Australia, and gym equipment from Poland all ensure this home is of the highest international standard. Boasting three primary suites, a state-of-the-art theater, and a wine cellar capable of storing over 300 bottles, Mont des Cieux offers a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury and sophistication. Embrace the Okanagan lifestyle with the benefit of lakefront access and your boat slip at the private wharf. ? original sound - Harrison Peers
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