On the Water
Three Lakes Nearby.
Okanagan, Wood and Kalamalka are all close by. Enjoy long summer days on the water, afternoon swims in the lake and sunsets at the beach on a whim.
More ThanJust Another Community.
A pedestrian-first community in the heart of University Village, minutes from UBCO, YLW and the lakes.
Inside the Community
Built Around People, Not Cars.
The ‘Living Streets’ concept places the focus on pedestrians. Reduced traffic speeds, wide sidewalks and pathways that thread the community into University Village.
One of the region’s preeminent landscape architects shaped the streetscapes, park amenities and green spaces, so residents connect with nature and with each other.
- The Park, a central green space for the community
- Direct access to local trails, with the Okanagan Rail Trail minutes away
- Bus stop steps from your front door
- Double garages for every home, keeping cars off the street
Views
Oriented West to East.
The townhomes are primarily oriented west to east to capture the views of the Okanagan Valley and mountains. Imagine your morning coffee or evening glass of wine out on the patio, with the valley in front of you and multiple community parks surrounding you.
Masterplan
Shaped by the Land.
- A masterplanned community, designed as a whole rather than built lot by lot
- Homes positioned to make the most of park views and trail connections
- Townhomes that follow the natural contours of the hillside rather than flattening it
- Landscaped, furnished outdoor areas made for gathering, not just green space left over
Beyond the Community
The Okanagan Lifestyle.
There is no better place to take in the Okanagan than from Academy Ridge. Lakes, trails, vineyards and two ski hills are all within reach. The valley is yours to explore.
On the Hill
Two Ski Resorts Inside an Hour.
Big White and SilverStar are both an easy drive from the front door. Fresh champagne powder in the morning, world-class runs during the day, dining and lodging at the village, and home again by dinner.
The Area
Rural Serenity. Urban Convenience.
Commercial shops and restaurants a short walk north. Bus stops steps away. The airport minutes out. Surrounded by nature and park space, on the edge of the city.
Transportation
A Transportation Hub.
Near UBC Okanagan, where you can reach Airport Village and YLW, Orchard Park Mall, downtown Kelowna, Vernon and Lake Country using BC Transit. A bus stop sits outside your front door.
Outdoors
Trails From Your Front Door.
An extensive park network surrounds the community. Ride down to the Okanagan Rail Trail, 52 km connecting many of the natural wonders of the Okanagan. A 7+ acre park sits directly across the road.
Dining & Shopping
Ten Minutes to Everything.
Academy Hill Commercial Centre is a short walk, with a convenience store, medical centre and dining. Nesters Market in Airport Village is a 7 minute drive, Orchard Park Mall is 9 minutes away and Costco is 12.
Wine Country
40+ Wineries Within 25 Minutes.
The Okanagan is known for its orchards, farms and vineyards, and its award-winning wines. The seasonal Farmers Market is 10 minutes away and many farm gates are closer still.
The broader valley is home to around 200 wineries, stretching from Lake Country in the north to Osoyoos at the border. Spend a Saturday touring the benches, or simply pick up a bottle on the way home.
Education
UBC Okanagan, 2 Minutes Away.
A 2 minute drive, a 10 minute bike or a 19 minute walk puts you at one of the fastest growing universities in the country.
- UBC Okanagan, 2 minutes by car
- Aberdeen Hall Preparatory School, 1 minute
- Okanagan College, 15 minutes
Nearby
Amenities and Attractions.
Everything on the map below is within easy reach. The table underneath shows how many minutes each place is from Academy Ridge by car, by bike and on foot.
| Destination | Driveminutes | Bikeminutes | Walkminutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biking, Walking & Hiking | |||
| Academy Ridge community trail | Right outside your door | ||
| Okanagan Rail Trail — Lougheed Rd Trailhead | 3 | 4 | 19 |
| McKinley trails | 16 | – | – |
| Waterfront Boardwalk | 16 | – | – |
| Wood Lake Loop | 16 | – | – |
| Spion Kop Trails | 19 | – | – |
| Okanagan Centre Beach Trail | 19 | – | – |
| Lakes & Beaches | |||
| Okanagan Lake — McKinley access | 9 | 34 | – |
| Wood Lake | 18 | – | – |
| OK Centre Rentals | 20 | – | – |
| Kalamalka Lake — Lake Country | 22 | – | – |
| Kelowna City Park — downtown | 15 | 36 | – |
| Dog Parks | |||
| North Glenmore Dog Park | 5 | – | – |
| Hartman Road Dog Park | 7 | – | – |
| Ellison Dog Park | 8 | – | – |
| Enterprise Park | 9 | – | – |
| Lake Country Dog Park | 13 | – | – |
| Mission Dog Park | 19 | – | – |
| Destination | Driveminutes | Bikeminutes | Walkminutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurants & Pubs | |||
| Golden Island Asian Cuisine | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Tossing Pizzeria | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Pita Pit | 5 | 18 | 46 |
| Dunnenzies Pizza | 5 | 18 | – |
| Kaya Sushi + Grill | 5 | 18 | – |
| The Jammery | 8 | – | – |
| Made in India — Lake Country | 12 | – | – |
| L’Isola Bella Bistro — Lake Country | 13 | – | – |
| The Salty Caramel Kitchen | 19 | – | – |
| Coffee Shops | |||
| Tim Hortons — Airport Village | 5 | 18 | – |
| Starbucks — Airport Village | 7 | 19 | – |
| Lake Country Coffee House & Art Gallery | 13 | – | – |
| Destination | Driveminutes | Bikeminutes | Walkminutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools & Campuses | |||
| Aberdeen Hall Preparatory School | 1 | 3 | 9 |
| UBC Okanagan | 2 | 10 | 19 |
| École Dr. Knox Middle School | 6 | – | – |
| Glenmore Elementary | 8 | – | – |
| Elementary French Immersion | 11 | – | – |
| Okanagan College | 15 | – | – |
| Kelowna Secondary | 17 | – | – |
| Destination | Driveminutes | Bikeminutes | Walkminutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wineries | |||
| Ancient Hill Winery | 10 | – | – |
| Blind Tiger Vineyards | 14 | – | – |
| Ex Nihilo Winery | 16 | – | – |
| Arrowleaf Cellars | 16 | – | – |
| Intrigue Wines | 16 | – | – |
| O’Rourke’s Peak Cellars | 16 | – | – |
| Gray Monk Winery | 18 | – | – |
| Mission Hill Estate Winery | 25 | – | – |
| Golf | |||
| Kelowna Springs Golf Club | 5 | 14 | – |
| Shadow Ridge Golf Club | 6 | 16 | – |
| Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club | 9 | 24 | – |
| The Okanagan Golf Club — Bear & Quail | 10 | 28 | – |
| Tower Ranch Golf & Country Club | 10 | 25 | – |
| Black Mountain Golf Club | 14 | – | – |
| Predator Ridge Resort | 30 | – | – |
| Destination | Driveminutes | Bikeminutes | Walkminutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting Around | |||
| Kelowna International Airport (YLW) | 5 | 15 | – |
| UBC Okanagan | 2 | 10 | 19 |
| BC Transit bus stop | Right outside your door | ||
| Grocery & Essentials | |||
| Academy Corner Store | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Academy Hill Medical | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Academy Hill Liquor Store | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Nesters Market | 7 | 18 | – |
| Pharmasave | 7 | 18 | – |
| Kelowna Fruit Stand & Cafe | 7 | 20 | – |
| Orchard Park Shopping Centre | 9 | 32 | – |
| Costco | 12 | 32 | – |
| Walmart | 9 | 30 | – |
| Superstore | 11 | 32 | – |
| Save-On Foods — Lake Country | 12 | – | – |
| Entertainment | |||
| UBC Sports Courts & Ice Rink | 2 | 10 | 19 |
| Scandia Golf & Arcade | 7 | 16 | – |
| Landmark Cinemas Grand 10 | 8 | 20 | – |
| McCurdy Bowling Centre | 8 | 20 | – |
| Kangaroo Creek Farm | 8 | 27 | – |
| Boat Launch — Okanagan Centre | 18 | – | – |
| Big White Ski Resort | 54 | – | – |
| SilverStar Mountain Resort | 57 | – | – |
All figures are travel times in minutes from Academy Ridge, measured with Google Maps. They are approximate and provided for general guidance only.
The Location
Come See It for Yourself.
#115 – 610 Academy Way, Kelowna. Open Wednesday and Thursday, 12pm to 3pm.