434 Starlight Way
Castle Mountain Resort Rural Pincher Creek No. 9, M.D. of T0K 1W0

$1,300,000
Residential beds: 6 baths: 4.0 3,293 sq. ft. built: 2025

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2200693
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2025
Discover your family’s dream investment at this boutique ski resort, where memorable moments await for generations. This luxurious property is a winter wonderland and transforms into an outdoor paradise in summer, offering thrilling mountain biking and scenic hiking trails amidst stunning alpine views. Castle Mountain Resort, known for its impressive slopes, features nearly 900 acres of ski terrain, with a new high-speed quad chairlift set to enhance offerings by 25% in 2025, and over 2,600 vertical feet for all skill levels. In addition to skiing, the resort offers an established restaurant, ski chalet, excellent ski schools, and rental facilities, fostering a vibrant community filled with recreational opportunities and future growth. This brand-new, ski-in/ski-out property by Stone Developments boasts nearly 3,300 square feet of elegantly designed living space with a progressive warranty. Its low-maintenance exterior includes beautiful stone, composite siding, vinyl decking, and aluminum glass railings. Inside, the spacious living area features massive windows, soaring 10-foot ceilings, and a stunning wood-burning fireplace with a contemporary concrete hearth. Step outside through the 8-foot patio doors to your private oasis, just steps to the ski hill. The kitchen dazzles with high-end finishes, including a quartz island, stainless steel appliances, and a beautiful quartz backsplash. The large dining area offers sweeping 180-degree views of the Rocky Mountains and a deck with a gas hook-up and the potential for a hot tub. On the third floor, you’ll find luxurious vinyl plank flooring, a primary bedroom with two closets, and an ensuite featuring dual sinks, a floating vanity, and a steam shower. 2 additional bedrooms at the back with Laundry & bonus room for movie nights! The private basement suite includes a bar area, two bedrooms, and a modern bathroom, providing rental opportunities or a separate retreat. The oversized single-car garage (14 x 23) features a gas overhead heater, epoxy floors, and 10 x10 overhead door with glass inserts. The home is equipped with two furnaces and an on-demand hot water system. This property is more than a home; it’s a legacy—an investment in family tradition and adventure. Enjoy winter skiing, summer hiking and biking, and gatherings with loved ones in a stunning setting that can be cherished for generations. Don’t miss the chance to make this luxurious ski retreat part of your family’s legacy. Contact your REALTOR® today for a viewing and start your adventure in this year-round paradise!
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Semi Detached (Half Duplex)
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Possession Date:
Suite:
Suite - Illegal
Home Style:
2 Storey, Attached-Side by Side
Total Living Area:
3,293.44 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Frequency:
Monthly
HOA Fee Includes:
Lot Area:
2,805 sq. ft.
Lot Frontage:
3'
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:
South
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Entry Level:
1
Levels:
Two
End Unit:
1 Common Wall
Total Rooms Above Grade:
12
Year built:
2025 (Age: 0)
Bedrooms:
6 (Above Grd: 6)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
6
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
4.0 (Full:4, Half:0)
Plan:
0513736
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement:
Finished, Full
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
Yes
Construction Material:
Composite Siding, Stone, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
Duplex
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Tile, Vinyl Plank
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Wood Burning
Water Supply:
See Remarks
Sewer:
Sewer
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
1
Parking:
Single Garage Attached
Parking Places:
3
Parking Total/Covered:
3 / -
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room, Main Level
HOA Fee:
$200.00
Castle Mountain Resort
None
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked, Wine Refrigerator
2 x Microwaves, 2 x Refrigerators, Stove, 2 x Dishwashers, 2 x Stacked Washer and Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Garage Door Opener, Gas Heater in Garage
None Known
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Game Room
13'10" × 9'2"
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'10" × 8'8"
Main Floor
Entrance
8'2" × 7'2"
Main Floor
Mud Room
8'2" × 7'10"
Main Floor
Bedroom
9'10" × 8'11"
Main Floor
Bedroom
9' × 8'11"
2nd Floor
Living Room
23'10" × 17'4"
2nd Floor
Kitchen
18'11" × 15'3"
2nd Floor
Dining Room
15'3" × 11'8"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
11'1" × 8'10"
3rd Floor
Bedroom
11'8" × 10'7"
3rd Floor
Bedroom
11'9" × 10'7"
3rd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
15'2" × 13'4"
3rd Floor
Bonus Room
15'2" × 15'2"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
4'10" x 9'11"
2nd Floor
No
3
4'11" x 7'10"
3rd Floor
No
4
4'10" x 8'1"
3rd Floor
Yes
4
10'1" x 8'1"
Title to Land:
Leasehold
Community Features:
Clubhouse
Interior Features:
Kitchen Island, No Animal Home, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters
Exterior Features:
Balcony, BBQ gas line
Patio And Porch Features:
Balcony(s)
Lot Features:
See Remarks
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
None
Nearest Town:
Beaver Mines
Region:
Pincher Creek No. 9, M.D. of
Zoning:
CMDR
Listed Date:
Mar 10, 2025
Days on Mkt:
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Data was last updated October 5, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
12
Avg list price:
$735,000
Min list price:
$139,000
Max list price:
$3,595,000
Avg days on market:
148
Min days on market:
16
Max days on market:
622
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$435.44
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Rural Pincher Creek No. 9, M.D. of. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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Lundbreck Alberta Information

Lundbreck is a hamlet in southern Alberta, Canada within the Municipal District of Pincher Creek No. 9.[2] It is located on the south side of Highway 3, approximately 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) east of the southern terminus of Highway 22, 16 km (9.9 mi) east of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, 4 km (2.5 mi) west of the Village of Cowley and 16 km (9.9 mi) west of the Town of Pincher Creek. It has an elevation of 1,200 m (3,900 ft). It is part of Census Division No. 3 and the federal riding of Macleod. Lundbreck was incorporated in 1907, celebrated its centennial in 2007, and was named for two coal miners (Lund and Breckenridge). Lundbreck started out as a coal mining town, quickly growing to a size of about 1,000 people until the coal mines closed, at which time it quickly shrank. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Lundbreck had a population of 289 living in 134 of its 145 total private dwellings, a change of 22.5% from its 2016 population of 236. With a land area of 0.42 km2 (0.16 sq mi), it had a population density of 688.1/km2 (1,782.2/sq mi) in 2021.[1] As a designated place in the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Lundbreck had a population of 236 living in 113 of its 141 total private dwellings, a change of -3.3% from its 2011 population of 244. With a land area of 0.42 km2 (0.16 sq mi), it had a population density of 561.9/km2 (1,455.3/sq mi) in 2016.[3] Livingstone School is a K-12, 1A school that was instituted in 1955, as a more modern alternative to the then practice of using several small, one room, multiple grade, rural schools. Kids were bussed in from the local area rural schools from Cowley and the northwest portion of the M.D. of Pincher Creek No. 9. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lundbreck

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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.

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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.

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