Southwest-facing peninsula with 1,600 ft of lakefront & 330° lake/mountain views. 2 storey post & beam home. Cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows. 290 sq. ft. dock/boathouse, 420 sq. ft. suite above garage. 15 minutes to the airport. Fishing boating, hiking, ATVing, snowmobiling, skiing, hunting.
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This exquisite 9.5-acre property on a southwestern facing peninsula on scenic Nimpo Lake includes 1,600 feet of lake frontage with 330 degrees of lake and mountain views from the two-storey post and beam home. The spacious great room features cathedral ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and an open concept interior.
The kitchen has black granite counter tops, stone backsplash, birds eye maple solid wood cabinets, triple vessel sink and stainless-steel appliances. The sit-up bar separates the kitchen from the large dining room, once again with amazing lake and mountain views. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom with granite double vanity and glass shower showcasing the waterfront views from the granite surrounded jetted tub in the bay window. The main floor also provides a large laundry room and uniquely-designed powder room.
Upstairs the mezzanine has a large library with room for relaxing with a book, listening to music or working on a puzzle. There are three bedrooms off of the library as well as a spacious 3-piece bathroom with walk-in glass shower.
The walkout basement to the gardens and path to the dock has a full pro series Northern Lights universal machine and a roughed-in washroom. The home is well serviced with power, drilled well, septic system, radiant in-floor heating and propane.
The house is surrounded by a 1,300 sq. ft. composite deck. The perennial gardens surrounding the house are well established and stone step stairs meander down to the 290 sq. ft. dock and storage boat house.
The property also has a 420 sq. ft. rental suite located above the two-car attached heated garage and workshop. The suite has a kitchen, 3-piece bath, dining room and combination living room and bedroom with lake views.
The property is just off of Highway 20 and a short 15-minute drive to the Anahim Lake Airport. The property has both wood and in-floor and wall radiant heating, an inground well, cell service and fibre-optic high-speed Internet.
The house is regularly visited by a doe who has two fawns most years. There is a family of foxes on the property, and they provide a great deal of entertainment. An otter den on the inlet is the site of hilarious antics visible from the house, and a beaver lodge on the other side of the peninsula is the source of visitors. One of the large pines in front of the house is the regular hang-out for a bald eagle. The lake has annual visits from pelicans, swans, ducks, and Canada geese, and the bird-feeders attract a great variety of colourful avians, including orioles, red-wing blackbirds, jays, humming birds and finches.
The nearby community of Anahim Lake has a well-equipped medical clinic, schools, grocery stores, gas stations with EV charging. Nimpo Lake also has a general store, gas station, post office, restaurant and a vibrant local community.
Nimpo Lake is surrounded by pristine lakes, dense forests, rugged mountains, and rivers in the Chilcotin Plateau. The area is part of the larger Tweedsmuir Provincial Park vicinity, providing endless scenic views and a true escape from light pollution—perfect for stargazing on clear nights. Year-round activities are a huge draw: World-class fishing (for rainbow trout, kokanee, and more) in the lake and nearby rivers like the Dean River. Boating, kayaking, and canoeing are popular in summer.
Hiking, ATVing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing trails abound in the surrounding wilderness. It's a gateway to backcountry adventures, including hunting and exploring remote areas. Proximity to Anahim Lake and the Coast Mountains means easy access to even more outdoor pursuits, such as backcountry skiing, horseback riding or wildlife tours.
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1909 Otter Road - Nimpo Lake, BC
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Nimpo Lake is the busiest fly-out centre in the interior of BC, for aerial sightseeing tours and fishing fly-in trips into the pristine and remote wilderness lakes and rivers of the Chilcotin. From here, adventurers can access isolated cabins set in magnificent scenery not matched elsewhere in BC. It serves as a quiet but important service node within this remote corridor, supporting both local residents and those travelling through to the coast. The area has a mix of lakefront homes, cabins, lodges, and larger acreage properties that offer privacy and expansive natural surroundings. This provides flexibility for a range of uses, including full-time living, seasonal stays, or investment purposes.
Local services support day-to-day needs, with additional amenities available just minutes away in Anahim Lake. Available amenities include a school, basic health services, fuel, groceries, and an airport offering both scheduled and charter flights. This proximity allows for a comfortable balance between rural living and access to essential services without requiring long-distance travel.
Positioned along the Highway 20 corridor, connecting the interior to the coast through Bella Coola, the route gives reliable access for travel, supplies, and services, while still maintaining a sense of separation from more populated centres. Air service from nearby airports also connects the region to Vancouver and Williams Lake, making it accessible for both full-time residents and those travelling in and out seasonally.
There is a quiet sense of community, with locals who are practical, self-reliant, and welcoming, creating an environment that feels both supportive and unhurried.
Vegetation around Nimpo Lake is dominated by mixed forests of lodgepole pine, spruce, and fir, with stands of aspen and birch in lower and wetter areas.
Recreation in Nimpo Lake and the surrounding West Chilcotin revolves around the lakes, rivers, and forested areas that define the region. Fishing is a big part of life here, with many lakes accessible by road or air. Boating and paddling are common ways to spend time on the water, and there are plenty of places to walk, explore, and take in the surroundings at your own pace.
Nearby Anahim Lake and the surrounding area offer even more options, including trail networks and backcountry routes. People often spend time horseback riding, using off-road vehicles, or heading out for longer trips into the backcountry. The size of the region and the low population make it easy to find space and enjoy time outdoors without feeling crowded.
A short drive away, Tweedsmuir Provincial Park adds even more to explore, with access to trails, rivers, and open terrain. It offers a wide range of ways to spend time outside, whether close to home or further out into the region.
Nimpo Lake developed as part of the West Chilcotin region in the early to mid-1900s, with initial activity centered around trapping, guiding, and small-scale settlement in a remote interior landscape. By the 1950s and 1960s, the development of what is now Highway 20 began to improve access between the interior and the coast, positioning it as a natural stopping point along this route. Through the 1960s and 1970s, the area became increasingly recognized for its floatplane operations, establishing itself as a base for fly-in access to surrounding lakes and backcountry areas. This supported the gradual growth of lodges, cabins, and small local businesses from the 1970s onward.
Please see the mapping section, all boundaries are approximate.
52°20'13.98"N and 125° 9'4.86"W
$4,141.30 (2025)
R1
DISTRICT LOT 1697 RANGE 3 COAST DISTRICT
PID 008-010-897
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