Atlin Recreational for sale: (Listed 2010-07-20)

Address

1599 Monarch Mountain Road, Atlin, BC, V0W 1A0, Canada

Description

Own your own private, exclusive 14.75 acre lot in northern British Columbia. A unique wilderness retreat in the dramatic Coastal Mtn Range overlooking magnificent Atlin Lake, the largest fresh water lake in British Columbia. Teresa Island, the tallest freshwater island on earth is in full view from the property.
Currently home to an internationally known learning centre for the visual arts, creative writing and wilderness adventure programs, this is the perfect private getaway, family retreat or base camp for alpine hiking, mountaineering, kayaking, canoeing, camping, heli-skiing or yoga and spiritual centre.
Within an easy driving distance from the Whitehorse International Airport, where you will find regular flights from Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Frankfurt/Germany, the historic village of Atlin awaits.
This property sits nestled in a sheltered, cup-shaped slope of Monarch Mountain about 300 feet above Atlin Lake. A wildflower meadow and a delightful glimpse of the woodland pond greet you at the entrance. This is the focal point of the property. There are a number of excellent building sites on the property and it can be legally subdivided for further development. In addition, the owner of this land is entitled, with crown approval, to expand into surrounding crown land. Atlin, being unincorporated, has no local building codes.
Buyer of this property will be given the 1st opportunity to buy the 1.03 acre neighbouring property with a custom built mountain house when it becomes available.

Features

The Buildings: The buildings are designed with an ecological approach to enhance the natural surroundings.
1. a 1485 sq.ft winterized residence building, with 3 apartments, sleeping 12.
2. a 1120 sq.ft winterized building w one apartment and a flexible space, currently an art studio. Lower floor of this building is a large woodworking shop wired w 220 and 120 volt (maintenance workshop).
3. a 428 sq.ft winterized cabin w loft in the spruce forest. Panoramic view of the mountains. Favorite hide-away for writer's retreat.
4. Seven large, deluxe, prospector style wall tents w permanent platforms and walls. 3 tents equipped w bunk beds and cooking facilities, 4 tents currently artists studios.

In total there is accommodation for 26 people during the summer months and 16 people in the winter. Additional facilities include a wood-fired sauna and hot tub, a salmon smokehouse, storage sheds, a one acre garden and a greenhouse. Buildings are connected by a road within the property as well as by a network of scenic footpaths and small bridges. There are rushing creeks providing abundant and reliable water as well as an excellent well.

Amenities

Atlin - Tucked into the far northwestern tip of British Columbia is a 2 or 3 hour drive from Whitehorse Yukon or Skagway Alaska. The remote and spectacularly beautiful community of Atlin graces the eastern shore of the mighty Atlin Lake, headwater of the Yukon River and named after the Tlingit word atlah, meaning 'Big Water' - very appropriate for the largest natural lake in the province.
This once-bustling centre was born during the Great Rush of 1898, when gold was discovered in nearby Pine Creek. Current population is up to 400 full-time residents. During the Klondyke Gold Rush of 1898, the population was 10,000! Many buildings from that era still remain.
Though Mining and Tourism underpin the economy of Atlin, there is a large and very influential colony of artists, artisans, authors and outdoor recreationalist/naturalists in this very special little-known community.
With it's own 3000 ft airstrip equipped to handle large aircraft Atlin is relatively easy to get to through Whitehorse in the Yukon.

http://www.discoveratlin.com/
http://www.britishcolumbia.com/regions/towns/index.asp?townID=3713
http://www.atlinhistory.com/Ben_My_Chree/Ben_My_Chree.htm

The Atlin Art Centre - Join a group of 9 artists - fellow participants and an outstanding artist/educator and guide - to discover and develop the vital links between your life and your art. Explore new directions... expand your horizons... focus your energy... by taking positive risks with ideas, images and materials.
http://www.atlinart.com/main_a.htm
http://www.atlinfestival.ca/

Atlin Quest, Hike, canoe, boat, and camp in astonishingly beautiful places with a small party of adventurers in the company of an expert guide. Experience majestic mountains, pristine glaciers, rushing creeks, mystic forests, crystalline alpine lakes, wildlife and tranquility. http://www.atlinart.com/main_q.htm

Atlin Centre, Come for a retreat of your choice.
Silent Retreat, Artists' Retreat, Base camp for Wilderness Adventure for alpine hiking, kayaking, canoeing. Have the Fishing Adventure you always dreamed of - catch your 30 pound Lake trout! http://www.atlinart.com/retreat.htm

Listing Provided By

RE/MAX Masters Realty Ltd.