31139 Grandarches Drive, Rocky View, AB T3Z0A7

Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright & built by Maillot Homes w/fantastic view! 10,369 sq ft DEVELOPED SPACE near Calgary in south Springbank, Rockyview; the home sits on 2 acres with a magnificent view of the Rocky mountains, across from a picturesque small pond that attracts waterfowl in summer & children skating in winter. The 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom bungalow w/unique loft suite that captures views front & back, is designed for both family & formal entertaining. The fully equipped kitchen w/two-level granite island & breakfast nook features extensive windows that let in sunshine & views to the south & west. Guests enjoy the full size low maintenance indoor swimming pool & large Spa, hydrotherapeutic & fun, both surrounded by generous windows that open to the striking view & the covered deck. A walking trail through the treed ravine, an attractive large pond with fishing, & a scenic view of the mountains invite outdoor activities in an appealing setting. This Executive Estate is a traditional family home while facilitating formal entertaining in an environment of understated elegance. The pool will keep you healthy; the ponds will keep you young; and the smaller upper deck, which is uniquely suitable for mountain scenery & fine scotch, is guaranteed to enhance contentment. Automated lighting, audio (including both back decks), & integrated television (including theatre projection) complement all the expected modern appliances & features & a few perhaps unexpected, such as the no fuss nature of the pool w/automated chlorine capability as well as pre-set water level maintenance & a motorized cover that controls humidity. Also included are two full steam showers, two towel warming drawers (1 in Ensuite and 1 near pool); an Ultra Bain jetted tub for two in the Ensuite, + a European Drying Cabinet in laundry; artistic windows & backlit panels; monitored security with external cameras back & front, + a four stop Elevator - good for moving people, better for moving things. Under the front entrance is An 8 by 26 foot prairie style cold room for storing vegetables, canned goods etc. Heating & cooling is augmented by underground Earth Tubes that deliver naturally warmer air in winter & cooler air in summer. Water heating is augmented with solar panels that serve domestic water & pool. Duo Vac Central Vacuum System has hoses & accessories on every floor plus garage. Upper floors are hardwood throughout; lower walk-out level has large windows & cork floors except exercise room w/interlocking rubber. Hubbardton Forge designer lighting fixtures are everywhere. The brick, stone & stucco exterior is highlighted with a unique custom made copper-clad front door which subtly echoes the copper inserts in the fireplace. There is an oversized 1500 gal. septic tank and field, + the landscaped yard features 27 zone irrigation, supported by a large Cistern that feeds rain water from the roof into the irrigation system. Home passed voluntary Radon Testing in 2016.