THE HOME
The home offers a flexible layout that can be furnished with dual living room spaces or use one as a large formal dining for those large traditional family dinners! The newly installed flooring on the main level and updated u-shaped kitchen with stainless steel appliances adds a modern touch to the interior space. All 3 bedrooms are located upstairs, including a spacious primary room with walk-in closet. The large living room is perfect for family gatherings and features a wood stove as the centre piece, providing warm ambience and efficient heating during the cool season. Step outside to the covered back deck for easy access to the hot tub and outdoor living.
THE PROPERTY
The property is well set up for a self-sufficient lifestyle, providing privacy and space for animals, parking and storage. The fully fenced yard includes a versatile workshop with a concrete floor, cozy bunkhouse, chicken coop, multiple storage sheds, firewood shelter, and outside access to the 4.5ft crawlspace if extra storage is required. A peaceful stream runs through the front of the land and includes a rare and valuable water licence, an exceptional bonus for rural living. This is a unique opportunity to embrace the quiet charm, strong sense of community, and outdoor lifestyle that make Bankeir such a special place to call home.
THE LIFESTYLE
For many buyers, the real draw is the outdoor-first way of life. Having lakes within walking distance, crown land at the back door, and immediate access to the KVR Trail and forestry roads creates endless recreation without planning or travel. The lakes offer excellent opportunities for fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming to soak in those hot sunny days. Forest Service Roads and the KVR Trail provide access to hiking, biking, horseback riding, backcountry exploring and snowmobiling. Whether it's evening trail walks, checking out the view at the wind farm, or weekend ATV and hunting trips, the property itself supports a more self-sufficient, slower pace of living with time for all of your hobbies.
LOCATION
Bankeir is a well-known recreation hub, ideally situated roughly midway between Princeton and Summerland. The scenic 40-kilometre drive from Princeton winds through beautiful countryside and takes about 35 minutes, leading to a true four-season outdoor destination. The area offers a range of smaller community parcels near the Lakes to larger acreages/ranches closer to Princeton. While the paved road ends just beyond the three lakes, a maintained gravel route continues through to Summerland, B.C. for year round access to the Okanagan.
The community is made up of approximately 40 year-round residents, along with an additional number of seasonal cabins. Visitors to the area can enjoy a variety of accommodation choices, including lakeside forestry campsites at each lake, as well as private campsites, cabins, and bed-and-breakfast options, making Bankeir an inviting destination for both recreation and extended stays.
What makes this location and lifestyle especially intriguing is the balance it offers between freedom, community, and access. Bankeir delivers a true rural lifestyle - space to breathe, privacy, and direct connection to nature - without feeling isolated. Being positioned between Princeton and Summerland means daily conveniences, schools, shopping, and services are still within a reasonable drive, making it practical for full-time living, not just a weekend escape.
Ultimately, this location appeals to buyers who want more than just a house. They’re buying into a lifestyle that prioritizes space, nature, and independence, all within a tight-knit rural community that still keeps them connected to the Okanagan and Similkameen regions.
Ultimately, this location appeals to buyers who want more than just a house. They’re buying into a lifestyle that prioritizes space, nature, and independence, all within a tight-knit rural community that still keeps them connected to the Okanagan and Similkameen regions.
THE DETAILS
THE SMART MOVE
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