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Big White Real Estate Market Update – April

October 28, 2022May 8, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Big White Ski Resorts real estate market is still going strong, even after the end of their Winter 2018/2019 season.

April of this year saw a total of 18 new listings hit the market, 44% of which were condos, down from March of last year where condos made up 63% of the new listings. Townhouses made up 27% of the new listings in April and 11% were lots.

The average sale price of lots located at Big White Ski Resort has increased dramatically over last year, the average sale price in 2018 from January-April was $181,500, this year we are seeing the average sale price at $330,667, an increase of 82%!! It’s not just lots that have increased, we are seeing an increase across the board including single family residences jumping from $633,500 to $889,667, a 40% increase!! These statistics prove exactly why Big White Ski Resort is an incredible place to invest in property.

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History of Big White – Part I

October 28, 2022April 18, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Do you know the history of Big White Ski Resort? Have you ever wondered who discovered this mountain paradise and ultimately founded the resort it is today? I’ve collected some interesting facts and details while researching the history of Big White Ski Resort that I will share below in Part I of the series.

Cliff Serwa and Doug Mervyn opened the mountain in 1963 named Big White just outside of Kelowna with one Main T-bar, and it wasn’t until 1968 that the first accommodations, a few private chalets were constructed on the mountain. By the end of the 60’s there were 3 T-bars. Population in Kelowna at the time was 10,000.

The legendary Snow Ghosts were discovered in 1965 and are still a big hit with locals and tourists alike!

The 1970’s saw lift and trail structure growth with the ridge double chair being installed in 1971 and both the Easter Triple Chair and Powder Triple Chair installed in late 1970s. The accommodations also grew from just a couple private chalets to facilitates and condominiums.

The Schumann Family purchased Big White Ski Resort in 1985 with the goal to build a world-class ski resort. They were to focus of offering new skiing terrain, customer convenience and service while increasing capacity.

With the Schumann Family rapidly growing the resort, along came The Plaza chairlift, the first quad chairlift in BC, the lengthening of the Alpine T-bar, Cliff Platter, and the Ridge Rocket all constructed before 1990.

TUNE INTO OUR NEXT BLOG FOR PART II OF THIS SERIES!

Big White Real Estate Market Update – February

October 28, 2022February 28, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Big White Ski Resort’s temperature might be in the negatives lately, but the real estate market is climbing to hot hot hot! With 18 new listings becoming active in February, it brings the total current listing count at Big White to 117. That number includes condos, single family residences, and lots.

Condos currently make up 42% of the current listings and with prices ranging from $104,500 to $1,100,000, there really is a price point for everyone.

Whether it is local families, investors, or people from out of the country buying vacation homes, condos are an incredible chance to own at Big White Ski Resort. They allow owners and occupants to live a secure, low maintenance, lifestyle while reaping the benefits of amenities and location. Condo living often boasts the “Lock and Leave” lifestyle, which for a vacation home is an opportunity for less stress, and the confidence your home is secure and taken care of while you are not there.

Condos at Big White Ski Resort are becoming more luxurious and the amenities are increasingly raising the standards. Complexes such as Stonegate Resort offer incredible building amenities like a heated indoor/outdoor pool, 18 seat movie theater, fitness center, game room, and more! To check out the sophisticated Stonegate Resort, click here.

So whether you invest, vacation, or live on the mountain,the condo lifestyle may be right for you.

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The future’s looking bigger and brighter at Big White

February 18, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Big White Ski Resort Black Forest expansion

It’s not only real estate that’s booming at Big White Ski Resort. The resort recently updated their master development plan to include two newly proprosed chair lifts that, once completed, will open an additional 70 ha of new terrain.

Currently referred to as the Black Forest Connector and the Backcountry Chair, the two chairlifts would be located to the east of the Black Forest Express, within Big White’s existing Controlled Recreation Area. Both chairlifts will be easily accessible from the Black Forest Express Chair and the Cliff Ski-Out.

An environmental assessment and surveying were conducted in August 2018. Pending approval, Big White Ski Resort hope to complete both new lifts by the start of the 2019/2020 ski season.

More terrain, more glades!

The new lifts will add 70 ha of skiable terrain and an additional 50ha of gladed terrain. The Black Forest Connector and Backcountry Chair will offer predominantly intermediate ski terrain and gladed tree areas, with a few beginner and expert runs. Overall the terrain will be similar to the ski runs and glades in Black Forest, Big White’s most popular ski area.

Future housing expansion at Big White?

With the completion of the first of four staff residences in the Black Forest area and plans for even further expansion to ski terrain in the Black Forest and East Peak regions, it’s also looking like we’re one step closer to the long-awaited release of land for the Black Forest residential subdivision.

Family Day at Canada’s Favourite Family Resort

October 28, 2022February 12, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Family Day was originally created to give people time to spend with their families, so why not head up to beautiful Big White Ski Resort and check out the variety of family friendly activities for all ages to enjoy together.

If something adventurous is on your families to do list on Family Day, there are lots of options at Big White Ski Resort that doesn’t involve hitting the slopes.

As the years go on, and everyone gets busier and busier, it is important to take time to create new memories with your family and possibly some new traditions!

Snowmobile Tours

Big White’s varied terrain allows for a range of snowmobile adventures from gentle family cruises to advanced back country power rides.

Kids can have the experience too of driving their own snowmobile on Big White’s Mini-Z miniature snowmobiles on a track built just for them! click here

Tubing

The Big White Tub Park is fun for the whole family and is located in the Happy Valley Adventure Centre. Don’t just think this one is for the kids, 5 groomed trails allow you to zoom down the slopes!

Dog Sled Tours

Experience the thrill of mushing with powerful Canadian Sled Dogs through Big White’s back country on this great adventure sport with Candle Creek Kennels.

Ice Climbing Tower

The impressive 60 foot ice tower is exciting and a perfect way to try out the sport. All ages are welcome, with beginner to advanced options. Big White will provide the climbing gear required!

Check out all of Big White’s winter activities here

Remember, Family Day is this coming Monday, February 18th, 2019. Grab the family and head up to Big White Ski Resort!

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Snowbird Lodge

October 28, 2022February 7, 2019 by Joan Wolf

Snowbird Lodge is located in the Happy Valley area, allowing guests easy access to ice skating rink, Happy Valley Day Lodge, tubing, and loads of other family friendly activities. One of the finest restaurants on the mountain, Kettle Valley Steak House is also just a few steps away!

The ski-out is from the back door on level 4, then walk across the road up to the run that takes you down to the Snow Ghost/Ridge Rocket and Plaza chair. The ski-in is down ‘Happy Valley Way’ and then ski back to the complex.

This complex offers private hot tubs, heated underground parking, ski lockers, and an elevator for when your legs have had enough from your day on the mountain.

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