When purchasing a home, is a view one of your non negotiables? How about a water view? Port Alberni has the luxury of giving homebuyers multiple options of waterfront properties and water views throughout the Valley and Sproat Lake area. In the Alberni Valley, we have the rarity of lake, river and canal views at our fingertips, read on to learn about the different areas with a water view.
The most obvious on the list when view-worthy house shopping is, our very own Sproat Lake. Sproat Lake has over 90 kms of shoreline with four different arms extending out in a cross-shaped formation. This is gives optimal opportunities for people to purchase a home either lake front or with a spectacular view. Each arm offers a bit of a different vibe for residents living in the area. However all have been known to give the peaceful serenity of being a bit more secluded than in-town living. Views of the mountains mirror the deep lake on a calm summer morning, while fog sits effortlessly at the waterline throughout the fall and into the winter. Lake views are also not just for waterfront properties, in many areas the houses across the road boast perhaps and even better view if they are sitting up against a mountainside or on a hill. The idea of waking up to Sproat Lake and enjoying your morning coffee just seems dazzling and extremely enticing. Amenities in the area are sparser than living in town, but if a view is at the top of your list, Sproat Lake properties will be too.
If living in town is also one of your top priorities when choosing a home, a riverfront property will give you the bonus of close access to schools, shops, restaurants and a beautiful view. The Somass River runs along River Road which is located at the end of Johnson Road. People passing along River Road by car have the opportunity to see the gorgeous flowing river at multiple clear openings, but residents living along the bank of the Somass have the best view. This particular area of the river is also widely known to showcase an array of wildlife year round. It is not uncommon to see a family of black bears across the way on a spring morning – talk about a wild view.. no pun intended! In addition, various birds flock to the river and perch along the shoreline. If the river view isn’t enough to peak your interest, think about the calming sound of rushing water out your back yard while you read a book on your deck or host a bbq for friends. Living along the river gives the illusion of secluded living, while being close enough to all the amenities you could ask for.
Properties just past Uptown Port Alberni and near the Harbour Quay have some pretty spectacular views of the Canal (Alberni Inlet). If you are not someone who needs to be directly on or across the road from a body of water, a home in South Port is a great option with the potential of an even better view! The Alberni Inlet stretches from the Pacific Ocean at the Barclay Sound and into the Valley. The thought of looking out off your deck, down to the Canal which flows into the great ocean is kind of mesmerizing to think about. On a clear summer day, the view from certain properties in South Port is unbeatable. Situated in the core of our community, looking for a Canal-view home also gives homeowners close access to shopping and other essentials.
If you are looking for a view, look no further! The Dave Koszegi Group is committed to finding you your dream home with your dream view.