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Welcome to 7325 Carnarvon Street. At only 2 years old, this sprawling equestrian paradise is beautifully played out over a vast 106,000 square foot estate, the focal point of which is the breathtaking 7,000 square foot principal residence. Accented by a stunning state-of-the-art 8 stall barn, riding lounge, caretakers suite and training facilities, the residence and it’s surrounding buildings and features combine to create what is unquestionably one of the finest residences in the Lower Mainland. Penned by celebrated architect John Hollifield, who took his design queues from those inherent within a French Chateau, the home was built by Keystone Construction whose attention to detail and level of workmanship has resulted in a property almost without parallel. Upon entering the home through the exquisite foyer, one cannot help but acquire a distinct sense of light and space. Boasting over-height ceilings and limestone floors, the entrance foyer is not only home to an intricately detailed staircase leading to the upper floor but also leads into the most elegant of dining areas as well as both formal and informal entertaining areas. Truly a floor plan that works! With a finish that is perfectly in keeping with the rest of the home, the dining area is one that will undoubtedly make entertaining on any scale an absolute joy. Conveniently opening into the Kitchen area via the well-appointed butlers’ pantry, the dining room’s French doors open onto a covered patio area with self-contained gas fireplace. From there the patio also opens into the formal living area, which again adds to the entertainment factor inherent within this beautiful abode with it’s wall of French doors, bespoke gas fireplace and the fabulous grand piano centerpiece. Also lending itself to large-scale entertaining is the grandiose French country styled Kitchen. Sure to be the envy of even the most discerning of chefs, this flawlessly finished kitchen is appointed with only top-of-the-line appliances such as twin polished granite islands, custom designed cabinetry, a LaCornue 5 burner range complete with double ovens, double Sub Zero fridge & freezer and Fisher & Paykel and Asko dishwashers. It is also accented by a spacious pantry as well as a delightful and spacious eating area, which again uses French doors to open onto the beautifully landscaped gardens outside. Off the Kitchen a spacious family room plays host to a bespoke gas fireplace, which makes for a commanding yet elegant centerpiece. Adjacent to said family room is a vast recreation room with it’s own washroom and steam shower, which, via an additional mudroom, opens onto an outdoor patio. Residing on the upper floor of this stately abode, each of the 5 bedrooms are as perfectly appointed as the rest of the home with each boasting walnut hardwood floors, walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. Of particular note is the Master bedroom, a private hideaway bathed in luxury with such features as a vast walk-in closet, bespoke gas fireplace, and it’s own private balcony. What really sets it apart, however, is the sumptuous ensuite featuring marble topped counters, a stand-alone soaker tub and separate shower area. There are few, if indeed any properties which can offer as complete an equestrian package as this home. The immaculately finished barn, designed and built by Steve Tidball, is home to no less that 8 self-contained stalls, 2 separate storage areas, riding lounge, caretakers suite as well as vast custom designed training facilities. Never has the term ‘Equestrian Paradise’ been more appropriate in the description of a property. The feature list of this property reads like a who’s-who of must haves for luxurious, high-end, contemporary living. A Buderus in-floor heating system with in-floor heating on the main and air circulation on the upper level, air conditioning, built-in stereo system throughout and a fully equipped gymnasium are just a few additional items on this homes’ impressive feature list. The building of this whole property has brought together Vancouver’s most prestigious, talented and celebrated individuals who have combined to create a home that not only raises the bar, but goes a long way towards redefining contemporary equestrian-inspired luxury.