Welcome home to your own private foothills retreat on this beautifully landscaped 2.4 acre property in Elkana Estates. This modern architectural bungalow with walkout basement takes advantage of the surrounding natural reserve to create timeless private spaces and views. Designed by Connie Young design and Down + Livesey architects, this captivating home was inspired by the forest and landscape of Bragg Creek. On one side of the home, floor to ceiling windows surround the living, dining and kitchen areas, integrating into the forest landscape. On the other side of the house, open views of rolling hills and mountains flood in with abundant natural light. Just a short walk or bike away are excellent trails including the popular ‘Two Pine’ hike, plus charming shops and restaurants of Bragg Creek. Located on the edge of the hamlet, the home boasts municipal water connection, good cell reception, and frequent snow plowing on neighborhood roads. A 20 minute drive away sits the edge of Calgary and all of its amenities. The home features everything you could wish for, from executive office and studio spaces to a bright beautiful kitchen featuring custom cabinets and mill work. Designed and built by Glenn McElroy woodcraft, the kitchen features quartz counters, custom teak accents, hidden pantry entry and high end appliances. In addition, this home features an indoor squash/multi sport court, home gym, cedar sauna, theatre room, games room and indoor 40 foot lap pool with hot tub. Inside the open and spacious floor plan you’ll discover a total of 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The primary suite is stunning, with architectural features such as curved walls, south facing windows with views of the forest, a large dressing room area, fireplace and access to the rear deck. The ensuite bathroom offers a large soaker tub, walk in steam shower and dual sinks. The exterior is equally impressive, featuring a 4 car attached garage with direct access to the kitchen, an oversized pa ved driveway with RV parking, a massive deck, an outdoor entertaining space with a custom built stone fireplace, and a pond with waterfall feature. With over 11000 square feet of developed living space, this incredible home is the epitome of style and function. No detail is overlooked, from a roughed in elevator shaft to a garage electrical panel with 70 amp service. For those with families, the home features school bus pickup at the end of the driveway and access to some of the finest schools. This house has the potential to suit families of all sizes, or executives seeking a retreat space for their team. Instead of rushing to West Bragg Creek from the city to to explore your outdoor pursuits, step outside to explore year-round trails in your very own hometown of Bragg Creek. Welcome to your new definition of living! (id:51532)
