The sunny, dry climate of the Okanagan Valley attracts more and more tourists and people who wish to relocate after retirement every year. Buying real estate in this part of Canada, one of its warmest regions, is a sound long-term investment. With more than 2000 hours of sunshine every year and just 30 to 40 cm of precipitation, the climate is ideal for an outdoor lifestyle.
There are countless sandy beaches, golf courses, rivers and lakes, vineyards and orchards, mountains and forests to discover. In summer there is swimming, boating, snorkelling, fishing, horse-riding, hiking, camping, mountain biking and relaxing in a scenery that is breath-taking. Throughout the Thompson Okanagan region there are 40 amazing golf courses with clubs overlooking the rolling hills of the valley and offering splendid views of the many lakes by which some of the golf courses are situated. In winter the Thompson Okanagan Hills tempt with their ski resorts, where consistent snow fall alternates with sunny days.
Most vineyards overlook the lovely Okanagan Lake and it is tempting to start the search for real estate in this stunningly beautiful place. With real estate plot prices starting at around CAN $99,000 for homes close to the Southern Okanagan Valley mountain and golf resorts, building a home here doesn't have to cost the earth. Modular or custom-built homes are a cost-effective and speedy solution for people wishing to relocate, be it for their health or because they wish to retire to a part of British Columbia that offers the best climate and the greatest choice of activities.
A number of resorts offer home ownership on gated communities which are situated in golf or ski resorts or close to wineries, lakes and rivers. Modular homes take far less time to build and with construction costs being virtually fixed, there is far less risk involved. Custom-built homes allow for plenty of design input by their owners and are environmentally friendly with regard to their design and materials used. High quality constructions values mean that these type of homes are economical to run in the future, as their insulation, water and energy consumption is much reduced thanks to excellent engineering and eco-friendly features.
Building plots in North Shushwap, Tappen, Anglemont and Enderby can cost as little as CAN $75,000. Depending on the design chosen from the hundreds of pre-engineered modular homes that are for sale, home ownership can be achieved for far less than with traditional building methods for new homes.
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