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I was absolutely blown away when I first visited this property—40 acres of rolling terrain with stunning views in nearly every direction. That’s right: 40 full acres of natural beauty and endless possibilities. There’s a government right-of-way access, so you're not restricted by easements or limitations that often complicate development. And when you check the title, you’ll see virtually no covenants, meaning you have the freedom to make this land your own. Even better, this property lies in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District's Area A, which currently has no Official Community Plan (OCP) and no zoning—opening the door for all kinds of residential, recreational, or agricultural uses. A new well was drilled not long ago, and there are existing roads throughout the property. That said, you’ll likely want to create your own direct access to the ideal building site—or sites—you select. Take a look at the aerial photos, maps, and be sure to watch the drone video to fully appreciate the scale, views, and incredible potential of this one-of-a-kind property.
Highlights
- The listing describes 40 acres with existing roads throughout the property.
- Per the listing, there is government right-of-way access and virtually no covenants on title.
- Per the listing, the property is in CSRD Area A, which has no Official Community Plan and no zoning.
- Per the listing, a new well was drilled recently, and annual taxes are $769.
- Straight-line distances include Gorma park or trail at 2.7 km and Golden town centre at 8.4 km.
Things to check
- Per the listing, a new well was drilled; ask for its records and a recent water test.
- The listing shows no sewage system, so ask the CSRD what septic approvals a building site would need.
- Ask the CSRD what land uses and building permits apply, since the area has no zoning and no OCP.
- The listing suggests you may build your own access, so confirm the legal access route to any chosen building site.
Sean Phillips’s notes from the listing and public information. Not part of the MLS® listing. Please confirm anything important.
Overall neighbourhood score 5.1 / 10; walk & bike score 1.2 / 10, from how close the nearest school, park or trail, rec centre and town centre are. Scores and distances are Sean Phillips’s own straight-line measures from this home to public B.C. map data. They are not part of the MLS® listing; driving distances are longer, so please check anything that matters to you.
- Price
- $725,000
- MLS® number
- 10350480
- Property type
- Lot / land
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Lot size
- 40 acres
- Annual taxes
- $769
- Community
- West & North Highway 1, Golden
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- No sewage system
- Utilities
- Water
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