Our Summer 2009 Magazine is now available! Pick up one of these high quality magazines throughout Whistler, Squamish & Pemberton or take a peek online at The Whistler Real Estate Magazine

Whistler, The Magazine
The Whistler Real Estate magazine has been included as part of the popular publication Whistler, The Magazine. This high-quality publication explores, informs and depicts the history, life and lifestyles of our exciting resort. It is a keepsake for many visitors to Whistler and more often than not slips into their bags for the journey home. Whistler The Magazine is available in nearly every hotel room and resort property in Whistler. Also available on news stands and tourist locations at key points throughout British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest, its readership of over 400,000 for each edition is significant.

Real Estate sales continue to be strong in Whistler this month with 18 sales reported so far for May. Buyers are continuing to take advantage of the value in our market and lock in at low interest rates! With the 2010 Olympic Games less than a year away, it is hard not to get excited about the opportunities to buy in Whistler and become a part of this inspiring mountain community.

This week’s Whistler Real Estate picks

2972 Kadenwood Drive - a stunning luxury home located at the exclusive Kadenwood Estates. Ski-in Ski-out from Whistler mountain or take in the endless SW views of the Tantalus Mountain range from your outdoor hot tub & entertaining area, either way, the choice is yours.

21 Four Seasons Private Residence - with every need and wish catered for, these Private Residences are ready to welcome you home.

812 Pan Pacific Mountainside - take top position for the 2010 Olympic Games at the Whistlers desirable location. Steps from Whistler Blackcomb base this Penthouse suite offers quality finishing and excellent service in one of the best revenue producing hotels.

3 Northern Lights - Prime Location & Priced to Sell! Walk to village, shops & restaurants, ski-in ski-out to Whistler mountain or relax by the wood burning fireplace, this is a home perfect for the whole family.

Whistlers Fairmont Chateau Golf Course

Golf Season has begun with all of Whistler’s Championship Golf Courses open

Whistler Golf Club Arnold Palmer Signature Course
Fairmont Whistler Golf Course Robert Trent-Jones Signature Course
Nicklaus North Golf Course Jack Nichols Signature Course
Big Sky, Pemberton Robert Cupp Signature Course

Cheakamus Crossing - An Olympic Legacy

In February 2010, the eyes of the world will be upon Whistler as the globe’s top athletes compete for Olympic gold in Alpine, Nordic, Bobsleigh and Luge events in the resort. But in addition to all the limelight it’s getting from the 2010 Olympic Games, Whistler also benefits from some pretty impressive Olympic Legacies left behind when the Games are long finished. Whistler’s newest resident community, Cheakamus Crossing, is one of those legacies.

Situated across Highway 99 from Function Junction, Cheakamus Crossing is a permanent, mixed-use community that’s adjacent to a network of beautiful walking, hiking and mountain biking trails. Pedestrian-focused, the community is being built with a commitment to sustainability by using innovative design and development practices that, among other things, protects and enhances natural wetlands in the area. The community will also include commercial space for basic services, an athlete hostel, an International Hostel, a High Performance Centre, and community recreation fields. Featuring stunning views of Black Tusk and Whistler peak, the site will house visiting athletes and their support teams during the Games. After the Games, the units will provide Whistler residents with an affordable opportunity to live, work and play in the resort.

Update from Whistler Blackcomb - SKIING & RIDING CONTINUES ON WHISTLER MOUNTAIN FROM MAY 19TH Whistler Mountain will re-open May 19th for late spring skiing and riding, following Blackcomb’s last day on Monday, May 18th. Recent snowfall, cooler temperatures, and a current snow base of 186cm (73 inches) have created the conditions for Whistler Blackcomb to continue to offer skiing and riding on Whistler Mountain.

“Currently the snow pack and coverage is good,” says Bob Dufour, Whistler Blackcomb vice president of mountain operations. “Operations crews will assess the terrain between now and May 18 to determine the best areas for skiing and riding. We anticipate offering a product on Whistler Mountain through to the end of May and we will continue to assess the conditions to see if skiing/riding in June is a possibility.”

Spring operations at Whistler Blackcomb now include:
• Limited skiing and riding from May 19 with uploading available from the Whistler Village Gondola only from 10am to 4pm.
• A few park features including rails will be available.
• Blackcomb Mountain’s last day of winter operations will be Monday, May 18. Access to Blackcomb this weekend (Saturday-Monday) will be via the Excalibur Gondola only.
• Whistler Mountain will reopen for sightseeing on Saturday May 16 from 10am to 5pm.
• The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will be closed for scheduled maintenance from April 27 and will reopen for sightseeing Saturday, June 6.
• Glacier skiing and riding on Blackcomb Mountain will begin June 20.
Updated information on open lifts and terrain on Whistler Mountain will be available at whistlerblackcomb.com/whatsopen as operations decisions are confirmed.
The Snow Report number is 604-392-4211 locally or 604.687.7507 from Vancouver.

The Whistler Mountain Bike Park open May 16 for daily summer operations, 10am-5pm. The Air Dome will also open May 16. Extended Play will kick-off on June 20; daily hours of operation 10am-8pm until September 6.

May 10, 2009
Gizmo Guys
Contact the Whistler Arts Council for more information.

May 16, 2009
Sightseeing on Whistler Mountain Begins
Whistler Bike Park scheduled to open
Please note that the PEAK 2 PEAK Alpine Experience begins on June 6, 2009.

May 18—June 14, 2009
Spring Skiing
Spring skiing and riding moves to Whistler Mountain, snowpack permitting.

May 22–31, 2009
Whistler Wellness Week
For tickets and more information, please see Whistler Wellness.

May 22–24, 2009
Every Woman in the World Conference
For more information and tickets, see everywomanintheworld.com.

May 23, 2009
Whistler Kids of Steel Triathlon

Every Monday starting May 25, 2009
Wild Willies Come Ride With Us
All ages and abilities are welcome for these fun group rides. Sign in at 6:00 pm at Nesters with rides starting at 6:30 pm. Cost is $2 and participants must be WORCA members.

May 26, 2009
Heart and Stoke Foundation Big Bike Ride
See the famous 30-seat bike up close when fundraising riders arrive in Whistler.

May 30–31, 2009
Dirt Series Women Only Mountain Bike Camp

Interest is picking up in the Whistler Real Estate market with the sale of another Luxury Whistler Home.

5229 Jordan Lane | Listed 2,850,000 | Sold by John Ryan & the Leaders in Luxury Team

Contemporary Mountain Architecture

Modern Interior Design

Investors continue to find good value in our market. To view homes currently available see our Whistler Real Estate Property Listings

Average Sales Prices Last 12 Months By Area

Much like financial markets, real estate also works in cycles - and Whistler is no exception. Macro-economic trends, demographics, weather, buyer psychology, and even the seasons, all move the markets to favour either the buyer or the seller at any particular point in time.

The common theme throughout this cycle however, is that opportunity always exists for the well-informed investor, property owner or purchaser. Recent economic events have certainly had their part in impacting the volume of sales in the Whistler marketplace. Yet this actually presents significant opportunity for anyone considering an investment in Whistler and the surrounding area.

The recent slowing of sales means there is a tremendous variety of options available for consideration. Sales values are at levels that have not been seen in more than five years, and with interest rates at historical lows, the carrying costs of ownership in Whistler have never been lower.

Whistler continues to evolve and mature as the leading four-season mountain resort community in North America, offering an unparalleled array of services and amenities that appeal to all age groups. With the eyes of the world locked on Whistler until the end of 2010, the resort’s long term value has become more obvious than ever before.

Whistler Real Estate buyers continue to find incredible value in all segments of our market.

6616 Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre. Listed $499,900

Listed below assessed value and located in one of Whistler’s best revenue producing condo/hotel buildings.Well appointed with quality finishing, this suite features 1.5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, spacious living area and stunning mountain views. Enjoy the hotel amenities with year round outdoor heated salt water lap pool, hot tubs, boutique spa, exercise room, ski storage and concierge services.

This is an opportunity not to be missed! 6616 Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre

SOLD by John Ryan and the Leaders in Luxury Team

3530 Falcon Lane | Listed at 1,999,000

Private and secluded executive chalet on prestigious Blueberry Hill. This 4.5 bedroom and 4 bathroom home is located at the end of a lane, bordering wooded parkland. Enjoy summer evenings on the beautifully landscaped terrace and expansive deck with a stunning mountain views. The large vaulted living and dining space makes entertaining easy along with the recently updated kitchen. in the winter the secluded outdoor hot tub will be heaven after a day on the slopes. Additional features include spacious master bedroom with gas fireplace, double car garage, wood burning fireplace in grand room and elevator that accesses 3 levels of the home.