Amenities include a workshop and bike repair room, sauna and fitness centre with space for yoga, rooftop terrace with a community garden, indoor dog wash station, owner’s utility room with a commercial washer-dryer and much more

5656 Balaclava is an inviting new collection of 79 refined concrete residences in a quiet, established neighbourhood on Vancouver’s West Side. The one-of-a-kind collection is unlike anything else in the area. It’s an elegant presence on a serene street, with mature trees that stand softly between the building and its residential surroundings. With a unique sloping site, top-floor homes offer unobstructed views of the surrounding trees and lush greenery. These homes are beautifully curated and crafted for real families and real lives, featuring timeless design and complementary amenities that encourage connection, community, and activity.

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THE NEIGHBOURHOOD YOU NEVER WANT TO LEAVE

• An intimate collection of 79 considerately-designed 1, 2 & 3 bedroom concrete residences where Kerrisdale, Southlands and Dunbar connect
• A landmark address on Vancouver’s westside, 5656 Balaclava is located on a mature tree-lined side street where Balaclava and W. 41st intersect

HOMES

• Quality Concrete construction for quiet, timeless living
• 9’ ceilings in main living areas in most homes
• Imported-Italian cabinetry by Cellini with under-cabinet LED lighting and soft-close hardware
• Expansive windows to maximize the natural light from the east, south and west
• Spacious outdoor balconies, terraces and roof-top patios
• Double sliding balcony doors to seamlessly expand your living space to the outdoors in select homes on the 4th and 5th floors
• Private rooftop terraces on select homes equipped with water and gas bibs and private access to your home
• 12’ vaulted ceiling in select homes

INTERIORS

• Thoughtfully designed interiors and carefully curated finishes by Vancouver award winning Interior Designers
• Insight Design Group
• Tailor your home to your style with choice of two classic colour palettes: Light and Dark
• Sleek roller shade window coverings throughout, with blackout shades fitted in the bedrooms
• Entry closet with custom millwork and linear LED lighting
• Solid core 7’ interior doors
• Cutting edge high-efficiency air conditioning and heating for all year-round comfort
• Custom millwork storage in laundry room in most homes
• Wide plank engineered hardwood flooring throughout
• Framed glass sliding closet doors with motion sensor lights and custom built-in millwork for the primary bedroom
• Soft glow LED pot lights throughout the home with dimmable dining lights
• Full-size Wi-Fi enabled 27” front-loading LG washer and dryer

KITCHENS

• Imported Italian cabinetry by Cellini with under-cabinet LED lighting and soft-close hardware
• Durable 1.2” polished quartz countertops and island
• Full slab porcelain backsplash for a sleek contemporary look and easy clean up
• Full height pantry with slide out shelving in most homes
• Each home comes with a generous complement of custom accessories:
  • Cutlery and utensil organizers and drawer dividers by Cellini
  • Pull-out magic corner cabinet storage system
  • Waste bin organizers for easy recycling and green waste sorting
• Full suite of Premium European Miele appliances:
  • 30” Integrated fridge with double bottom freezer
  • 30” 5-Burner gas cooktop
  • 30” convection oven
  • 30” slide-out hood fan
  • 24” combination convection microwave speed oven
  • 24” integrated dishwasher
  • 24” under-counter wine storage unit with dual temperature zones and touch-to-open handle-less design
  • 24” built-in coffee maker in select homes
  • 24” combi steam oven in select homes
• Kohler Stainless steel under-mount double-bowl sink
• Kohler polished chrome faucet with pull-out spray

PRIMARY & ENSUITE BATHROOMS

• Timeless quartz countertops
• Sophisticated floating millwork vanity by Cellini with pull out shelving, soft-close hardware and linear under vanity lighting
• Elegant framed vanity mirror in polished chrome with wall mounted LED sconce in ensuite
• Custom millwork linen closet for added storage in select homes
• Large format 12” x 24” ceramic with feature tiled wall
• Large format porcelain floor tiles
• Relaxing soaker tub
• Continuous tiled showers with curbless base, shower niche and linear drain
• Chrome Kohler shower head with handheld and accessories throughout
• Undermount sinks by Kohler
• Elongated, comfort-height soft-close toilet by Kohler
• Soothing Nu-heat underfloor heating in ensuite

AMENITES

• Lobby equipped with a water station and soft seating area to welcome guests
• Mail room with secure parcel locker storage
• Elegant, well-manicured rooftop lounge featuring seating and raised communal garden planters
• Lushly landscaped private courtyard offers access to nature right at your doorstep
• An intimate Homeowner’s Lounge with a kitchenette, seating, couches, and a flat screen TV perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests
• A shared activity centre with its own private entrance for residents, equipped with a chef’s kitchen, harvest table, open seating, a large outdoor area and BBQ
• Fitness and wellness centre with weights, cardio machines, water station, and yoga area for a healthy lifestyle
• 4-person cedar-clad sauna
• Workshop and bike repair stations
• Indoor car and dog wash stations
• High-capacity commercial laundry ideal for everything from dog beds to duvets
• Convenient car sharing home stalls

PEACE OF MIND

• Secure keyless entry system to elevators with enterphone at lobby
• Secure underground parking garage with EV-ready stalls
• Private storage and bike storage included with each home
• Comprehensive 2-5-10 New Home Warranty by WBI Home Warranty

OPTIONAL

• 8 enclosed private garages featuring 2 parking stalls with storage area. Contact your sales associate for pricing and availability