964 WHITESAND Avenue
Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Good Lake Rm No. 274 S0A 0L0

$599,000
Residential beds: 4 baths: 3.0 2,490 sq. ft. built: 2008

Rear view of house with stucco siding, a chimney, an attached garage, and a lawn
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK015036
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2008
Sellers Motivated - Experience the beauty of all four seasons at this stunning year-round residence in the Burgis Beach development at Good Spirit Lake. From spring’s fresh blooms to sun-soaked summer days on the beach, crisp fall walks through scenic trails, and winter adventures filled with ice fishing and sledding, this home offers the perfect backdrop for making unforgettable family memories. Situated on two landscaped lots, this property is designed for comfort and convenience. A stone firepit area, RV parking with hookups, and three large sheds provide ample storage and outdoor enjoyment. The home, originally built in 2008, underwent a massive addition in 2015, incorporating thoughtful features like in-floor heat, a propane generator, a wood fireplace, and two sunrooms—one on each level, with direct outdoor access. Inside, a spacious mudroom off the attached 3-car garage ensures easy transitions from outdoor adventures. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas are ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with double sliding doors leading to an enclosed deck. The main floor includes two bedrooms, a 4-piece bath, and a laundry/mudroom. Upstairs, a vaulted ceiling with wood beams creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. This space is the heart of the home, featuring a wet bar, wood-burning fireplace, and access to the second-level sunroom. Two additional bedrooms and a luxurious spa-like bathroom with a walk-in shower featuring multiple jets complete the upper level. The oversized garage is a standout, offering high ceilings, ample storage, and a 3-piece bath—perfect for washing off after a day at the beach. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Move to the lake and start living the way you’ve always imagined! Home is on Canora Water and there is a boat slip available.
Listing Area:
Good Lake Rm No. 274
Listing Subarea:
Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274)
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
2 Storey
Year built:
2008 (Age: 17)
Total Floor Area:
2,490 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
4
Number of bathrooms:
3.0
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$4,460 / 2025
Frontage:
131'2⅞"
Ownership Title:
Freehold
Heating:
Forced Air, Hot Water, In Floor, Propane
Furnace:
Furnace Owned
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Wood
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Other
Water Softener:
Included
Construction:
Wood Frame
Basement:
Crawl, Not applicable
Basement Walls:
Preserved Wood
Roof:
Fiberglass Shingles
Exterior Finish:
Stone, Stucco
Air Conditioner (Central), Air Exchanger, Alarm Sys Owned, Natural Gas Bbq Hookup, Sound System Built In, T.V. Mounts, Wet Bar, 220 Volt Plug
Balcony, Lawn Back, Lawn Front, Patio, Firepit, Trees/Shrubs
Year Round
Heated Garage: Yes
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Foyer
13'4" × 4'1"
Linoleum
Main
Kitchen
19'10¾" × 16'4¾"
Linoleum
Main
Dining Room
111' × 10'
Linoleum
Main
Living Room
13' × 11'
Linoleum
Main
Sun Room
22'10¾" × 7'6"
Linoleum
Main
Laundry In Utility
10'5" × 8'
Linoleum
Main
Bedroom
15'5" × 13'1"
Linoleum
Main
Bedroom
9'8" × 9'½"
Linoleum
Main
Utility Room
11'5" × 6'
Concrete
Main
Storage
10' × 7'
Concrete
2nd
Family Room
29' × 23'4"
Linoleum
2nd
Bedroom
14'5" × 13'
Linoleum
2nd
Bedroom
15'8" × 13'2"
Linoleum
2nd
Sun Room
18' × 11'5"
Linoleum
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
4
4'6" x 6'7" Linoleum
Main
No
3
5'10" x 6' Linoleum
2nd
No
5
10'1" x 11'6" Linoleum
Occupancy:
Owner
Equipment Included:
Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher Built In, Garage Door Opnr/Control(S), Hood Fan, Shed(s), Window Treatment
Lot Shape:
Backs on to Park/Green Space, Rectangular
Garage:
3 Car Attached, RV Parking
Parking Places:
4.0
Parking Surface:
Concrete Drive, Double Drive
Date Listed:
Days on Mkt:
  • Photo 1: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Rear view of house with stucco siding, a chimney, an attached garage, and a lawn
  • Photo 2: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Aerial view of residential area featuring a large body of water
  • Photo 3: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of property location with rural landscape
  • Photo 4: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Aerial view of a nearby body of water
  • Photo 5: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living room with log walls, wood finished floors, a large fireplace, high vaulted ceiling, and a wood ceiling with exposed beams
  • Photo 6: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of sunroom
  • Photo 7: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Foyer entrance with stone flooring and stairway
  • Photo 8: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living room featuring stairway, stone floors, and a ceiling fan
  • Photo 9: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living area featuring high vaulted ceiling, a wood ceiling with exposed beams, wood finished floors, and recessed lighting
  • Photo 10: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living room with a wood ceiling with exposed beams, wood finished floors, wood walls, and high vaulted ceiling
  • Photo 11: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living area featuring wood finished floors, a fireplace, high vaulted ceiling, and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams
  • Photo 12: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Dining space with wood walls, ceiling fan, wooden ceiling, and light wood-type flooring
  • Photo 13: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living area featuring wood walls, wood finished floors, a wooden ceiling with exposed beams, a ceiling fan, and high vaulted ceiling
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  • Photo 15: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Kitchen with wood walls, dishwasher, freestanding refrigerator, open floor plan, and a chandelier
  • Photo 16: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Kitchen with light stone finish floors, freestanding refrigerator, decorative backsplash, and light countertops
  • Photo 17: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Living area featuring wooden walls and ceiling fan
  • Photo 18: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Dining area with light stone finish flooring
  • Photo 19: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Dining room with wood walls, stairway, light stone finish flooring, and a ceiling fan
  • Photo 20: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Kitchen with light brown cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, backsplash, and light countertops
  • Photo 21: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Kitchen with black dishwasher, freestanding refrigerator, a kitchen island, decorative light fixtures, and wood walls
  • Photo 22: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, decorative backsplash, under cabinet range hood, and light brown cabinetry
  • Photo 23: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bar area featuring light wood-type flooring, wine cooler, and backsplash
  • Photo 24: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bathroom featuring vanity and shower combination
  • Photo 25: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom featuring stone flooring and ceiling fan
  • Photo 26: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of bedroom
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    View of bedroom
  • Photo 28: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Full bath with a whirlpool tub
  • Photo 29: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Full bathroom with log walls, a garden tub, wood finished floors, and double vanity
  • Photo 30: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Full bath with vanity, tile walls, a bath, and a tile shower
  • Photo 31: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bathroom with a garden tub and tiled shower
  • Photo 32: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom with wooden walls and carpet flooring
  • Photo 33: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom with wood walls, carpet floors, and a ceiling fan
  • Photo 34: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom with light colored carpet and a ceiling fan
  • Photo 35: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom featuring wood finished floors and a ceiling fan
  • Photo 36: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom with a closet and baseboards
  • Photo 37: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Bedroom featuring log walls and ceiling fan
  • Photo 38: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of stairway
  • Photo 39: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of garage
  • Photo 40: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of patio / terrace
  • Photo 41: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Property entrance featuring stucco siding and a patio area
  • Photo 42: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    Back of house with stucco siding, stairs, a chimney, a storage unit, and an attached garage
  • Photo 43: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of green lawn with a patio area and a shed
  • Photo 44: 964 WHITESAND Avenue in Good Lake Rm No. 274: Burgis Beach (Good Lake Rm No. 274) Residential for sale : MLS®# SK015036
    View of green lawn featuring a storage shed, a patio area, and a fire pit
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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.

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