209 Pinnacle Ridge Place SW
Pinnacle Ridge (Rural Rocky View County) Rural Rocky View County T3Z 3N8

$10,000,000
Residential beds: 7 baths: 8.0 10,625 sq. ft. built: 2009

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2249450
Bedrooms:
7
Bathrooms:
8
Year Built:
2009
Welcome to 209 Pinnacle Ridge, an exceptional Tuscan inspired estate set on two acres in the foothills with sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains and just minutes from Calgary’s finest amenities. With more than 16,000 square feet of living space, this villa combines timeless European charm with modern luxury in every detail. The exterior showcases stonework, hand sawn timber beams, industrial steel brackets, and an oversized custom entry door. Inside, arched doorways, barrel vaulted ceilings, and perfectly aligned sightlines frame picturesque views throughout. The grand foyer with its soaring ceiling and bridge walkway leads to a formal lounge with paneled walls, coffered ceilings, and a wood burning fireplace. At the heart of the home, a gourmet kitchen with slab marble islands and a full suite of commercial grade appliances opens to the central courtyard, a private gathering space with built in BBQ, wall fountain, and pergola topped brick patio. Just beyond, the family room features a travertine mantled fireplace and French doors to the west lawn. The lower level is designed for both leisure and entertainment, offering a 25-meter lap pool, spa inspired hot tub alcove, walkout patio framed by sandstone boulders, a private theatre with professional grade audio visual, a games room with fabric lined walls, and a brick barrel vaulted wine cellar. The private primary wing showcases sweeping 180 degree mountain views and a luxurious ensuite. The upper level, accessed by dual staircases or elevator, offers five children’s bedrooms, a gym, and recreation spaces. Completing the home is a six car garage, extensive storage, a sport court, and professionally landscaped grounds. This estate has been featured in the National Post and Best Home Alberta, showcased in the award-winning series Fargo, and even served as Leonardo DiCaprio’s residence during the filming of The Revenant. It is a rare combination of artisanal craftsmanship, imported and local materials, and timeless architectural design. All within 10 minutes of Springbank Airport, 15 minutes of downtown Calgary, 40 minutes to Banff, and close to Calgary’s top private schools.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Possession Date:
Suite:
No
Home Style:
2 Storey, Acreage with Residence
Total Living Area:
10,625.24 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
5,961.72 sq. ft.
Upper Level Finished Area:
4,663.52 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Below Grade Finished Area:
5,560.69 sq. ft.
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Frequency:
Annually
HOA Fee Includes:
Acreage:
Yes
Lot Area:
2 acre(s)
Acres Cleared:
Acres Cultivated:
Acres Irrigated:
Acres Leasehold:
Acres Not Cultivated:
Acres Freehold:
Acres Seeded:
Acres Tame Hay:
Acres Treed:
Acres Waste:
Acres Water Rights:
Front Exposure:
East
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Levels:
Two
Total Rooms Above Grade:
16
Year built:
2009 (Age: 16)
Bedrooms:
7 (Above Grd: 6)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
6
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Bathrooms:
8.0 (Full:7, Half:1)
Plan:
9612126
Heating:
In Floor, Forced Air, Geothermal, Natural Gas
Basement:
Finished, Full
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Mixed, Stone, Stucco
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Rubber
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
Cooling:
Central Air
Fireplaces:
4
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Wood Burning
Water Supply:
Co-operative
Sewer:
Septic Field, Septic Tank
Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Garage:
Yes
Parking:
Driveway, Heated Garage, Insulated, Oversized, Quad or More Attached, Tandem
Parking Places:
10
Parking Total/Covered:
10 / -
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room
HOA Fee:
$835.00
Pinnacle Ridge (Rural Rocky View County)
Other
Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Garage Control(s), Gas Stove, Microwave, Oven-Built-In, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Washer/Dryer, Window Coverings, Wine Refrigerator
Furniture negotiable
Restrictive Covenant
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Flex Space
5'4" × 5'1"
Main Floor
Dining Room
26'2" × 17'6"
Main Floor
Foyer
23'2" × 10'
Main Floor
Kitchen
35'1" × 26'7"
Main Floor
Laundry
12'9" × 9'1"
Main Floor
Laundry
8'11" × 6'7"
Main Floor
Living Room
22'8" × 21'7"
Main Floor
Mud Room
12'2" × 12'1"
Main Floor
Office
20'9" × 14'11"
Main Floor
Office
15'7" × 15'
Main Floor
Pantry
11' × 6'
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
25'6" × 21'
Main Floor
Walk-In Closet
14' × 6'7"
Main Floor
Walk-In Closet
14'3" × 6'4"
Main Floor
Office
20'1" × 14'2"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
17'9" × 14'
2nd Floor
Bedroom
16'8" × 12'5"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
16'7" × 12'4"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
16'7" × 13'4"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
16'7" × 12'2"
2nd Floor
Exercise Room
40' × 21'1"
2nd Floor
Office
14'3" × 12'2"
2nd Floor
Game Room
41'1" × 17'6"
Basement
Bedroom
15'6" × 14'10"
Basement
Other
18'1" × 17'6"
Basement
Other
97'11" × 22'1"
Basement
Media Room
30' × 21'8"
Basement
Wine Cellar
9'11" × 9'10"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
5'11" x 5'9"
Main Floor
No
3
15'6" x 9'2"
Main Floor
Yes
5
19'3" x 18'10"
2nd Floor
No
3
8'10" x 9'
2nd Floor
No
5
8'8" x 17'7"
2nd Floor
No
5
8'11" x 17'5"
Basement
No
3
11'9" x 14'1"
Basement
No
4
8'1" x 11'4"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Airport/Runway, Golf, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Interior Features:
Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Closet Organizers, Elevator, High Ceilings, Sauna
Exterior Features:
Basketball Court, Built-in Barbecue, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck, Terrace
Lot Features:
Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Many Trees, Underground Sprinklers
Num. of Parcels:
0
Outbuildings:
Shop/Office
Fencing:
Partial
Nearest Town:
Calgary
Region:
Rocky View County
Zone:
CAL Zone Springbank
Zoning:
R-1
Listed Date:
Aug 22, 2025
Days on Mkt:
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Area Statistics
Listings on market:
199
Avg list price:
$1,599,900
Min list price:
$525,000
Max list price:
$13,500,000
Avg days on market:
51
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
1,569
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$663.27
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Rural Rocky View County. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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Conrich Alberta Information

Conrich is a hamlet in southern Alberta under the jurisdiction of Rocky View County.[2] Conrich is located 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) east of the City of Calgary’s eastern limits and approximately 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) northeast of Downtown Calgary on McKnight Boulevard. It has been anticipated that the hamlet will eventually be annexed by Calgary. However, Calgary’s 2007 annexation did not move its eastern limits closer to the hamlet.[3] Conrich got its start as a flag station for the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. A flag station was exactly that: passengers wanting to board had to flag the train down. The land for the site was obtained from W.F. Birch. The railroad reached here in 1913, and the name comes from the surnames of two real estate developers, Connacher and Richardson . The Canadian National Railway took over the line in 1918. That year, a 30,000 bushel grain elevator was also built.[4] A post office operated at this site from August 15, 1925, to December 12, 1960. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Conrich had a population of 15 living in 7 of its 7 total private dwellings, a change of -25% from its 2016 population of 20. With a land area of 0.18 km2 (0.069 sq mi), it had a population density of 83.3/km2 (215.8/sq mi) in 2021.[1] The population of Conrich according to the 2018 municipal census conducted by Rocky View County is 21,[5] a decrease from its 2013 municipal census population of 26.[6] This Calgary Metropolitan Region location article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conrich

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Understanding Topsoil Depth in Alberta: Insights from AAFC SLC Version 3.2 Data

Topsoil depth is a critical factor for agricultural productivity, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and root growth. The provided map of Alberta illustrates the topsoil depth in inches, highlighting significant regional variations. This analysis is based on data from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2.

Key Observations

The topsoil depth in Western Alberta and the Rockies is generally shallow, ranging from 0 to 6 inches. This is due to the rugged terrain and erosional processes associated with mountainous regions. The shallow topsoil in these areas supports forests and natural vegetation rather than extensive agriculture.

Central Alberta, including areas around Edmonton and Red Deer, exhibits moderate to deep topsoil depths, generally between 8 to 14 inches. These depths are conducive to productive agriculture, supporting a variety of crops. The deeper topsoil in central regions contributes to higher agricultural yields and sustainable farming practices.

In Southern and Eastern Alberta, regions such as Calgary and areas towards the Saskatchewan border show variable topsoil depths ranging from 6 to 10 inches. While suitable for agriculture, these areas may require careful soil management to maintain productivity. Areas with shallower topsoil are more drought-resistant and may need irrigation and soil conservation practices.

Regional Analysis

The Rocky Mountain Influence is evident in the shallow topsoil of the Rocky Mountain foothills, resulting from the rocky and rugged terrain, limiting soil accumulation. These areas are more suited to forest growth and natural vegetation rather than intensive agriculture.

In contrast, the Prairie Conditions in central Alberta benefit from moderate to deep topsoil, which is ideal for crop production and supports Alberta’s agricultural economy. Maintaining topsoil depth through conservation practices is essential for sustaining long-term agrarian productivity in these areas.

Implications for Agriculture

Understanding topsoil depth is crucial for effective soil management practices, including crop selection, irrigation, and fertilization. Farmers can use this data to optimize their farming practices, choosing crops suited to the available topsoil depth and implementing appropriate soil conservation measures. Deeper topsoil improves water retention and nutrient availability, which is essential for healthy crop growth and high yields.

Conclusion

The topsoil depth map of Alberta reveals significant regional variations influenced by geographical features such as the Rocky Mountains and the fertile plains of central Alberta. Understanding these variations is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring sustainable farming. By leveraging this data, farmers can improve crop yields, manage soil health, and enhance overall agrarian productivity in Alberta.

Sources

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2 Data
  • Alberta Agriculture and Forestry