Houses in British Properties, West Vancouver For Sale (Page 1)

 
Location
 
The Properties borders the top of West Vancouver to the north and Capilano River to the east. This exclusive neighbourhood is in a fantastic setting, conveniently located above the highway and close to downtown Vancouver and all the amenities on the North Shore.
 
Demographic
 
The Properties neighbourhood is great for all kinds of households, but families are the largest group. Most houses are detached, with 92% of people owning, rather than renting property. The majority of homeowners are aged between 30-54 and 64% of those have children living at home, with a large percentage of young children. In general, the benchmark for a house in The Properties is between $1 and 5 million.
 
Residential Housing
 
An exclusive neighbourhood, The Properties is made up of stunning multi-million dollar homes with spectacular surroundings. Residents who live here will enjoy gorgeous landscapes and panoramic views of Vancouver from the comfort of their homes.
 
Recreation
 
A rural setting, residents can easily walk to various parks throughout the The Properties, including Ballantree Park at the top of the hill, and Capilano Regional Park to the east of the neighbourhood. If you’re a sports enthusiast, The Properties is home to the prestigious Hollyburn Country Club, offering amenities such as tennis, squash, badminton, hockey and aquatics, and the Capilano Golf Club. A 20 minute drive north takes you to Cypress Provincial Park, where you can ski or snowboard in the winter and go mountain biking in the summer. Towards Ambleside, there is a public library, and Ambleside Park hosts events every year, such as its Canada Day celebrations and Harmony Arts Festival.
 
Restaurants
 
Some of West Vancouver’s best-loved dining spots are located just a short drive away, including ‘Vancouver’s Original Seafood Grill Restaurant’, The Salmon House, which offers an unparalleled view of Vancouver and the Burrard Inlet, and The Bar and Grill at Hollyburn Country Club, which opens onto an expansive deck with spectacular views of UBC and Mount Baker. Driving south to Park Royal, residents can enjoy a meal at Italian restaurant, Trattoria, or popular chains, Cactus Club Cafe and Milestones Bar and Grill.
 
Shopping
 
With The Properties a rather private neighbourhood, residents tend to drive or take the bus along Taylor Way to Park Royal Shopping Centre. Alternatively, Ambleside Village is just a five minute drive along 15th Street. Here you can find everything from bookstores and pet supplies, to clothing boutiques and convenience stores.
 
Schools
 
The Properties is in a great location, with easy access to popular elementary and secondary schools. Those nearby include public schools, Westcot Elementary School, Chartwell Elementary School and Sentinel Secondary School, and private establishments, Collingwood School and Mulgrave School, which boasts the International Baccalaureate program.
 
Transportation
 
Driving five minutes along Taylor Way will take you onto Lions Gate Bridge, making downtown Vancouver easily accessible to The Properties residents. There is also a regular bus service running to and from Park Royal Shopping Centre.