Kootenay Lake · British Columbia
Living Around Balfour, BC
Thinking about a different pace? Discover lakeside communities, mountain landscapes and homes for sale along Kootenay Lake.
Balfour-area shoreline along Kootenay Lake
A change of scenery
Where lake life becomes everyday life.
For Albertans imagining a move to British Columbia, the communities around Balfour offer a compelling shift in pace and perspective.
Kootenay Lake shapes the landscape here. Mountains rise beyond the shoreline, outdoor recreation is close at hand and small communities create a grounded sense of place. This guide brings together the feeling of the area and the homes and land currently available through Bennett Family Real Estate.
Every property is different. Use the links below to explore its complete photographs, features and listing details.
Current opportunities
Homes around Balfour
From established homes to waterfront settings, explore each property through its dedicated landing page.
430 Buriview Drive
Balfour area · BC
1726 Highway 31
Queens Bay · BC
6158 Redfish Road
Kootenay Lake · BC
7769 Holt Road
Balfour · BC
262 Bryan Road
Kokanee Creek to Balfour · BC
6506 Littlewood Road
Kokanee Creek to Balfour · BC
7077 Beggs Road
Balfour area · BC
1294 Green Road
Balfour area · BC
See the area in motion
Take a closer look at life around Balfour.
Follow the shoreline, take in the mountain setting and experience the pace of the communities surrounding Kootenay Lake.
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01 · The water
Life at the water’s edge
The lake is more than the view. Around Balfour, boating, paddling, swimming, fishing and quiet time along the shoreline are woven into the warmer months. Public beaches, marinas and boat launches broaden the ways residents can enjoy Kootenay Lake.
Explore local recreation02 · The connection
A community connected by the ferry
The Kootenay Lake Ferry is part of Balfour’s identity and its connection to Kootenay Bay and the East Shore. The crossing adds another dimension to local life, opening the door to more communities, scenic drives and days spent exploring.
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Beyond the shoreline
Fairways between the lake and mountains
Balfour Golf Course winds through a forested setting and offers a scenic Kootenay Lake outlook. Nearby community recreation also includes public courts, a playing field and routes for road and mountain biking.
Explore Balfour recreationSpace to imagine
Lots & land around Balfour
Explore the full listing for property-specific information, photographs and details. Aerial images provide area context and do not indicate exact boundaries.
Considering a move from Alberta?
Start with the life you want to build.
A change of province is about more than finding a home. It is about understanding where—and how—you want to live.
The broader Balfour area includes a range of small communities and property settings. Bennett Family Real Estate can help you explore the individual listings, understand their locations and connect with a licensed real estate professional for property-specific guidance.
Community fit
Compare the settings around Balfour, Queens Bay and the Kokanee Creek corridor.
Property details
Review each listing’s complete information, photographs and available virtual resources.
Everyday logistics
Ask about travel routes, nearby services and practical considerations for individual properties.
Local guidance
Connect with a locally owned family brokerage based in Nelson, British Columbia.
Find your bearings
Connected along Kootenay Lake
Balfour sits between Nelson and Kaslo, with the ferry providing a connection to Kootenay Bay and the East Shore. Explore the area through the map and trusted local resources.
Your next chapter
Could life around Balfour be the change you are looking for?
Explore the current homes and land, then connect with Bennett Family Real Estate to learn more about the properties that speak to you.