Cochrane
Situated just 18km west of Calgary and 25 minutes to Kananaskis Country, Cochrane residents here enjoy living in great new communities with employment opportunities, an excellent transportation system, schools, mountain and valley views, pathways, natural areas, recreation facilities, and it is 20 minutes closer to the mountains.
Located in the foothills along the beautiful Bow River, with magnificent views of the Rocky Mountains, Cochrane is a modern community that has retained its western heritage. Walk through the town and you will see evidence of the ranching and farming tradition in the buildings, the artwork and the people that you meet.
To discover more about Cochrane, read more below.
The population of the Town of Cochrane according to its 2014 municipal census is 20,708, a 10.4% change from its 2013 municipal census population of 18,750.
Cochrane’s small-town values and easy-going lifestyle mix easily with its many amenities — convenient shops (from unique boutiques to big brand stores), three hockey arenas, two golf courses with outstanding junior golf programs, an indoor pool and new aquatic centre, family sports centre with indoor running track, public library, movie theatre, outdoor skate park, doctors and dentists who are still taking patients, and specialty medical services are the many reasons why you should choose Cochrane as your new home.
Cochrane has many recreational amenities:
- Big Hill Leisure Pool
- Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre (3 indoor ice arenas, turf field, gym, track,
- meeting rooms)
- Cochrane Ranche Historic Site
- Glenbow Ranch Park (13,000 hectare Provincial Park on Bow River)
- Zero Gravity Skate Park
- Nan Boothby Memorial Library
- Seniors on the Bow 50 and Over Club
- 24 parks (many with playgrounds), summer fishing in trout ponds and the Bow River, outdoor skating in winter, and over 30km of pathways
- 11 soccer pitches, 8 ball diamonds, 2 tennis courts
- 2 golf courses (Links of GlenEagles, Cochrane Golf Club)
- Mitford Park and Ponds
- Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds
- Stockmen’s Memorial Foundation Library & Archives
With plenty of shopping right in town, going into the city does not have to be only for chores anymore, it can be simply for fun.
- Save On Foods
- Safeway
- Boston Pizza
- Ducks on the Roof Restaurant
- Panda Flowers; to name a few.
If you are planning to move your family to Cochrane, schools are going to be an important factor. Cochrane has many to choose from Public to Catholic.
Public Elementary and Middle Schools:
- Cochrane Christian Academy (K-8)
- École Elizabeth Barrett Elementary (K-4) French
- Glenbow Elementary (K-5)
- Mitford Middle School (K-8)
- Ecole Manachaban Middle School (5-8) French
Catholic Elementary and Middle Schools:
- Holy Spirit Catholic School** (K-8)
- École Notre-Dame des Vallees(K-8)
Public High schools
- Bow Valley High School (9-12)
- Cochrane High School (9-12)
Catholic High School:
Cochrane combines a proud western heritage with all the required modern conveniences. It is asafe, warm, neighbourly community. If you value all of these in your life, make Cochrane your new home!
Cochrane Real Estate
Listing Details
Return to Search Result50 Riviera View - MLS® # A2250965
Property Details
Description
Welcome to your RIVER VIEW RETREAT in the prestigious SEMI-ESTATE COMMUNITY OF RIVIERA! This FORMER TRICO SHOWHOME was custom designed to capture BREATHTAKING, UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS of the BOW RIVER, ROCKY MOUNTAINS, AND NATURAL RESERVE—with NO NEIGHBOURS BEHIND, just endless beauty and serenity right at your doorstep. From the moment you arrive, the EXTRA-WIDE CUSTOM PAVING STONE DRIVEWAY and CHARMING CURB APPEAL set the tone. Step inside to a GRAND FRONT ENTRY with SOARING OPEN-TO-BELOW CEILINGS, 7 ½” OIL-RUBBED HARDWOOD FLOORS, and FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINDOWS flooding the home with natural light while framing the stunning river views from all three levels. The CHEF-INSPIRED KITCHEN is perfect for entertaining, featuring an OVERSIZED ISLAND, QUARTZ COUNTERS, MAPLE CABINETRY, BUILT-IN WINE RACK, STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES, and GAS COOKTOP. Gather with family and friends in the LIVING ROOM ANCHORED BY A STONE-SURROUND GAS FIREPLACE, or step outside to the FULL-WIDTH REAR DECK and take in the sweeping views of the river valley. Upstairs, a CENTRAL BONUS ROOM separates the kid’s wing from the PRIVATE PRIMARY RETREAT. Wake up to UNINTERRUPTED VIEWS from the PRIMARY SUITE and unwind in the SPA-LIKE ENSUITE with 10MM TILE-AND-GLASS SHOWER, SOAKER TUB, DUAL VANITIES, and an OVERSIZED WALK-IN CLOSET that flows directly into the LAUNDRY ROOM WITH SINK AND STORAGE. The FULLY FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT offers an ILLEGAL MOTHER-IN-LAW SUITE with a FULL KITCHEN, ISLAND, 9’ CEILINGS, FULL-HEIGHT WINDOWS, GAS FIREPLACE, BEDROOM, FULL BATHROOM, and ITS OWN LAUNDRY—ideal for EXTENDED FAMILY, GUESTS, OR MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed, including QUARTZ COUNTERS THROUGHOUT, CUSTOM DRAPERY, UPGRADED CARPETS, 8’ MAIN FLOOR DOORS, BUILT-IN SPEAKERS, DUAL FURNACES, and TWO A/C UNITS for year-round comfort. The DOUBLE ATTACHED GARAGE is equally impressive with 8’ TALL DOORS, EXTRA HEIGHT CEILINGS, LED LIGHTING, and 220V PLUG WIRING—perfect for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. RIVIERA COMMUNITY is one-of-a-kind, offering OVER 100 ACRES OF NATURAL RESERVE, 19 KM OF PATHWAYS, and DIRECT ACCESS TO THE RIVER, GOLF, LOCAL FARMERS MARKET and PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE TO OFF-LEASH DOG PARK. This RARE RIVERSIDE PROPERTY truly blends LUXURY, LIFESTYLE, AND LOCATION—an opportunity that doesn’t come along often. Don’t miss your chance to call this DREAM HOME yours!
Features
Balcony, BBQ gas line
Listing Provided By
eXp Realty
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