Madeline Milne

Regal Ridge - SasquatchWhen was the last time you drove through Osoyoos? Wow, talk about development gone wild!

I grew up just outside of Osoyoos; spending many sunny days on the lake, eating Tiger Tiger ice cream cones at the Windmill and slipping down the Waterslides. From the Husky at the top of town to the Dairy Queen at the bottom there doesn’t seem to be a huge influx of new amenities and I’m not sure how I feel about the changes made to the Windmill… I mean Rattlesnake Canyon… though I know an eight year old who would be all over it.

With temperatures easily reaching 40c in the summer it’s no surprise to see all the resort development along the waters edge. The new Watermark looks gorgeous and from my understanding it’s selling well and at a fair price. But what peaked my interest the most is the Regal Ridge development overlooking Osoyoos. I’ve driven past the animal sculptures a number of times but never bothered to stop - until now. The 8,000 acre master planned community is a huge undertaking but if the Sasquatch (with case of Kokanee under his(?) arm) that greets you is any indication - this development is something unique. My husband and I pulled into the Eagle entrance and drove the freshly paved roads - those lots have some of the most fantastic views. I could visualize myself, mojito in hand, lounging in the infinity pool looking towards the US side of Osoyoos Lake and the layers of blue mountains in the distance.

Each time I drive Hwy.3 I tell my husband, “this is the year we buy a place up here”, and you know what… this might actually be the year. Stay tuned.

Here’s the Regal Ridge website and Watermark site,in case you’re looking for something in town…