104 Buenavista Bay
NONE Rural Lethbridge County T1J 4P4

$1,600,000
Residential beds: 6 baths: 4.0 2,841 sq. ft. built: 2005

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2259390
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2005
Welcome to your private country retreat just minutes from the city! This beautifully updated, fully finished home offers nearly 2,841 sq. ft. above grade plus an additional 1,531 sq. ft. in the bright walkout basement — almost 4,372 sq. ft. of developed space on 1.17 acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac. Step inside to a soaring front entry and a formal dining room with warm hardwood floors flowing into a spacious great room featuring a cozy gas fireplace and custom built-ins. Just off this gathering space, a rear patio with retractable awning and natural gas hook-up creates an ideal BBQ and outdoor dining area. The gourmet kitchen is designed for everyday life and entertaining — enjoy morning coffee in the sunny breakfast nook, prep dinner at the oversized butcher-block island, and keep organized with a built-in desk and generous walk-in pantry. Freshly refinished cream cabinetry adds timeless appeal. A dedicated home office with high ceilings and custom built-ins is perfectly positioned near the front entry. The main-floor laundry room offers abundant storage and a sink, while the mudroom connects seamlessly to the oversized, heated triple garage — a practical setup for busy families. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a tray ceiling, expansive custom walk-in closet, and spa-inspired ensuite featuring a soaker tub and multi-jet tile shower. A maple spindle railing hallway separates the primary from three additional bedrooms. The main bath offers dual sinks and a separate shower/toilet area for easy shared use. The walkout basement was made for entertaining — bright with natural light and anchored by a freshly renovated wet bar with sleek wood countertops, stunning cabinetry, and high-end appliances (dishwasher, ice maker, wine & beverage fridges included). A beautiful feature wall with built-ins and custom rockwork creates the perfect game-day space. Three versatile rooms provide endless options: home gym, guest suite, or music room. A newly updated bathroom with tiled shower and floating vanity adds style and convenience. Step outside to your own backyard oasis: a heated inground saltwater pool for April–October swims, a six-person hot tub with built-in audio, and an 800 sq. ft. composite deck with outdoor fireplace for cozy prairie nights. In winter, the adjacent pond transforms into your private skating rink. Extras include in-floor heating on every level, full-property irrigation (even planters), and built-in audio indoors and out. The pool area is fully fenced, and Gemstone lighting sets the perfect evening glow. Located in Vista Meadows, you’ll enjoy in-town services — including septic and water treatment — with an out-of-town feel. School bus pickup is right at your door, and city amenities like restaurants, coffee shops, and greenhouses are just minutes away. Best of all, this home is move-in ready so you can start enjoying it from day one.
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:
2,841.39 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
1,531.7 sq. ft.
Upper Level Finished Area:
1,309.69 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Below Grade Finished Area:
1,410.89 sq. ft.
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Frequency:
Monthly
HOA Fee Includes:
Acreage:
Yes
Lot Area:
1.17 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:
South
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Levels:
Two
Total Rooms Above Grade:
10
Year built:
2005 (Age: 20)
Bedrooms:
6 (Above Grd: 4)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
2
Bathrooms:
4.0 (Full:3, Half:1)
Plan:
9512149
Heating:
In Floor, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement:
Finished, Full, Walk-Out To Grade
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Stone, Stucco, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Cooling:
Central Air
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Gas
Water Supply:
Co-operative
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Utilities:
Cable Internet Access
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
3
Parking:
Triple Garage Attached
Parking Places:
6
Parking Total/Covered:
6 / -
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room, Main Level
HOA Fee:
$392.00
NONE
None
Central Air Conditioner, Dishwasher, Garage Control(s), Garburator, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Window Coverings, Wine Refrigerator
Central A/C, Dishwasher, Garage Contol, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Pool Equipment and Chemical, Garburator, Central Vac and Attachments, Hot tub, Gemstone lights, Icemaker in Basement, All window coverings including curtians, rods and blinds, 3 dog perimeter collars, TV Bracket and receivers in basement, Dishwasher, mini fridge and wine fridge in basement.
Easement Registered On Title
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Dining Room
15'7" × 12'11"
Main Floor
Dining Room
14'3" × 11'11"
Main Floor
Foyer
9'8" × 7'9"
Main Floor
Kitchen
14' × 10'2"
Main Floor
Laundry
9'9" × 6'7"
Main Floor
Living Room
21'7" × 17'2"
Main Floor
Mud Room
9'3" × 7'8"
Main Floor
Office
14'9" × 11'7"
Upper Level
Bedroom
11'9" × 11'9"
Upper Level
Bedroom
14'1" × 13'9"
Upper Level
Bedroom
12'7" × 11'11"
Upper Level
Bedroom - Primary
19'5" × 13'5"
Upper Level
Walk-In Closet
13'4" × 6'11"
Basement
Other
18'8" × 12'7"
Basement
Bedroom
13'5" × 13'2"
Basement
Bedroom
12'2" × 10'8"
Basement
Family Room
31'10" × 20'7"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
5'11" x 5'
Upper Level
No
5
11'10" x 7'5"
Upper Level
Yes
5
13'3" x 10'4"
Basement
No
3
12'4" x 6'2"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Shopping Nearby, Street Lights
Interior Features:
Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Closet Organizers, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Sump Pump(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features:
Awning(s), Fire Pit, Lighting, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:
Awning(s), Balcony(s), Deck, Patio
Lot Features:
Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Fruit Trees/Shrub(s), Landscaped, Lawn, No Neighbours Behind, Underground Sprinklers
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Fenced, Partial
Nearest Town:
Lethbridge
Region:
Lethbridge County
Zoning:
CR
Listed Date:
Sep 26, 2025
Days on Mkt:
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Data was last updated October 5, 2025 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
11
Avg list price:
$1,145,000
Min list price:
$699,000
Max list price:
$1,997,000
Avg days on market:
79
Min days on market:
8
Max days on market:
443
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$532.01
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Rural Lethbridge County. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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Warner Alberta Information

Warner is a village in Alberta, Canada. It is surrounded by the County of Warner No. 5, approximately 65 km (40 mi) south of Lethbridge. Warner is a farming community. Warner is situated at the intersection of Highway 4 and Highway 36, about 38 km north of the Montana border and Interstate 15. Warner’s nearest neighbours are the towns of Stirling and Milk River. It is home to the Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Heritage Museum.[5] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Village of Warner had a population of 364 living in 172 of its 201 total private dwellings, a change of -2.4% from its 2016 population of 373. With a land area of 1.16 km2 (0.45 sq mi), it had a population density of 313.8/km2 (812.7/sq mi) in 2021.[3] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Village of Warner recorded a population of 373 living in 172 of its 196 total private dwellings, a 12.7% change from its 2011 population of 331. With a land area of 1.16 km2 (0.45 sq mi), it had a population density of 321.6/km2 (832.8/sq mi) in 2016.[6] The Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Heritage Museum[5] features a Hadrosaur (duck-billed dinosaur) nest and embryo, ancient fossils, dinosaur models, located in the Warner. The Warner elevator row is a row of historic wood-cribbed grain elevators. A total of four elevators still stand in a row from south to north alongside the Canadian Pacific Railway on the east entrance of the village of Warner. Only one other elevator row remains in Canada, the elevators in Inglis, Manitoba. The Galt Historic Railway Park located 1 km north of Stirling is another popular museum which displays of life and travel in the 1880s to 1920s are set up in the restored 1890 North West Territories International Train Station from Coutts, Alberta, Canada and Sweetgrass, Montana, USA. The station was moved to the current location near Stirling in 2000 and is added onto every year. Future plans to move the 1925 Ogilvie grain elevator from Wrentham for display along the station in the 36-acre (150,000 m2) park is still in the planning stages. Stirling Agricultural Village is a National Historic Site of Canada, and was listed as one of only three communities in Canada designated as a National Historic Site because of the community’s well preserved settlement pattern that follows the Plat of Zion model.[7] Located within the village are two museums the Michelsen Farmstead a totally restored 1900s home showcasing rural life in Alberta in the 1930s. Listed as a Provincial Historic Site in 2001,[8] and the Galt Historic Railway Park. Waterton Lakes National Park is a National Park located in the extreme southwest corner of Alberta, Canada, 40 km west of Cardston, and borders Glacier National Park in Montana, USA. Waterton Lakes was Canada’s fourth National Park formed in 1895. The Rocky Mountains rise suddenly out of the rolling prairies in the park. Amid the peaks are the three Waterton Lakes, carved out of the rock by ancient glaciers. Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, is one of the largest areas of protected prairie in the Alberta park system, and serves as both a nature preserve and protection for the largest concentration of rock art, created by Plains People. There are over 50 rock art sites, with thousands of figures, as well as numerous archeological sites. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warner,_Alberta

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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