Photos: Record $40-million Whistler luxury estate sold, says realtor

Luxury realtor John Ryan says an architecturally breathtaking estate and its neighbouring parcel have set a record for the highest-priced real estate deal in Whistler’s history.

The even larger lot next door, which is to be developed in keeping with the existing design, was simultaneously sold, bringing the total purchase price to $40 million including taxes.

“If you look anywhere in the world, whether it be an urban setting, a beach resort or a mountain ski resort, it all starts with the dirt,” says Ryan in an announcement about the sale. “The most spectacular homes and the highest-priced sales are always grounded by incredible parcels of land. Stonebridge gives you that.”

Ryan says he has participated in 90 per cent of sales so far in Stonebridge, and the spectacular property at 5462 Stonebridge Dr. is the most monumental yet.

“I’ve never seen anything like it personally. It is incredibly unique,” says Ryan. “This is by far the most exciting home ever to hit the market in Whistler architecturally.”