$1,390,000
31.88-Acre Lakefront Resort, Lodge & Campground - Clearwater Lodge Clearwater Lake Lodge & Resort | 19579 Chilcotin Highway 20
Kleena Kleene, British Columbia V0L 1M0
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Acres: 31.88
Description
What If Your Next Business Was Also Your Next Adventure?
Imagine stepping onto your private dock as morning mist floats across the mirror-like surface of Clearwater Lake, with the jagged peaks of the Coast Mountains—including Mount Nogwon and Peak 2448—reflecting back at you.
The air carries only the silence of the West Chilcotin and the distant, gentle hum of an incoming floatplane touching down on the water. You walk back toward the main lodge with morning coffee in hand, ready to welcome travellers who haven’t simply booked a room—they have journeyed here from across the globe to experience a part of British Columbia that still feels genuinely wild.
Some will come to target wild rainbow trout.
Some will paddle the lake, explore backcountry trails, or embark on the iconic Highway 20 road trip toward Bella Coola.
Others come simply to sit on the sun deck, slow down, and soak in the space and solitude that have brought guests to Clearwater Lake Lodge for decades.
Some will paddle the lake, explore backcountry trails, or embark on the iconic Highway 20 road trip toward Bella Coola.
Others come simply to sit on the sun deck, slow down, and soak in the space and solitude that have brought guests to Clearwater Lake Lodge for decades.
Tracing its roots back to a wilderness site built by Tex Hansen—a legendary Chilcotin hunting guide, rancher, and heavyweight boxer who famously fought world champion Max Schmeling—Clearwater Lake Lodge & Resort represents a rare piece of Chilcotin heritage. Set on 31.88 prime lakefront acres (~13 hectares), this iconic property at 19579 Chilcotin Highway 20 in Kleena Kleene, BC, is ready for its next chapter.
Property Overview & Specifications
Positioned directly on the paved Highway 20 corridor, Clearwater Lake Lodge & Resort combines highway access with a secluded, lakefront wilderness setting.
- Full Property Address: 19579 Chilcotin Highway 20, Kleena Kleene, British Columbia V0L 1M0
- Community: Kleena Kleene
- Region: West Chilcotin / Cariboo Chilcotin, British Columbia (BC)
- Property Type: Lakefront Wilderness Lodge, Resort & Commercial Campground Opportunity
- Land Area: 31.88 Acres / Approximately 13 Hectares
- Waterfront & Access: Direct lakefront on Clearwater Lake with private dock and floatplane landing capabilities
- Highway Access: Identified directly in BC provincial highway inventory as “Clearwater Resort Access 19579” off Highway 20
- Guest Accommodation Capacity: Built to host up to 24 guests across multiple buildings
- Dining & Event Capacity: Historically licensed for over 40 guests in food service
- Zoning: Commercial
. Property Highlights
- 31.88 Lakefront Acres (~13 ha): Expansive property featuring private shoreline along Clearwater Lake.
- Approximately 900 ft of lakefront
- Floatplane & Dock Access: Features a private dock on Clearwater Lake with a proven history of hosting floatplane arrivals.
- Main Lodge: Built in the 1980s, containing 6 guest rooms with private bathroom facilities (4 facing Clearwater Lake, 2 overlooking forest hills), 5144 sqft
- Dining & Gathering Space (“Gisela’s Kitchen”): Large dining hall historically licensed for 40+ guests, was widely known for fresh, locally grown organic menus and personal hospitality.
- Two Guest Cabins (Coyote & Willis): Independent cabins (~315 sq. ft. each) with private shower/toilet, living area, kitchenette (stoves with sinks), gas fireplace, and comfortable beds.
- The Laughing Lawn Chalet: Handcrafted log home featuring 1,000+ sq. ft. of living space, a loft, a finished attic, wood- and gas-burning fireplaces, a kitchen, a bar, 2 en-suite bedrooms, and a sun deck overlooking Clearwater Lake.
- 5 RV Sites: Underutilized RV sites positioned off Highway 20, providing an immediate foundation for campground expansion.
- Paved Highway Access: Direct frontage on Highway 20 (paved from Puntzi to Kleena Kleene since 1999).
- Historical Telephone Line: Preserves historical phone number 250-476-1150 from the original 4-party line era.
- Global Recognition: Featured in international media including Discover Canada, Bavarian Radio, The Globe and Mail, Adventure Travels, and World Wide Tour Magazine.
THREE UNMATCHED OPPORTUNITIES IN ONE PROPERTY
1. Re-Establish the Historic Wilderness Lodge & Resort
Revive an established Chilcotin hospitality destination. With historical capacity for 24 overnight guests and dining for 40+, the facility is configured to host international road-trippers along Highway 20, eco-tourists, fly-in anglers, and group retreats.
2. Live the Clearwater Lake Lifestyle & Personal Sanctuary
Enjoy nearly 32 acres of pristine British Columbia lakefront. Touch down in your floatplane, pull up to your private dock, and spend days catching wild rainbow trout, paddling clear waters, or exploring backcountry trails. Keep the estate as a private family compound or corporate wilderness retreat.
3. Unlock the RV & Family Campground Potential
One of the property’s greatest overlooked assets is its untapped RV expansion potential. Positioned right off paved Highway 20, a new owner can expand the 5 existing RV sites into a full-scale campground or year-round RV park, capturing high demand from road travellers traversing the Chilcotin between Williams Lake and Bella Coola.
The Buildings & Infrastructure
The Main Lodge
The heart of the property, 5144 sqft, built in the 1980s. Contains six guest rooms with private bathrooms (4 facing the lake, 2 facing forested hills). The lodge dining room hosted “Gisela’s Kitchen,” famous among European and North American visitors for generous, locally sourced meals.
Coyote & Willis Cabins
Two standalone guest cabins providing private accommodation with showers, toilets, living quarters, kitchenettes, sinks, gas fireplaces, and comfortable sleeping setups.
The Laughing Lawn Chalet
A standout 1,000+ sq. ft. log home with a soaring loft, finished attic, two en-suite bedrooms, wood- and gas-burning fireplaces, a full kitchen, a bar, and an expansive sun deck commanding views across Clearwater Lake.
Underdeveloped RV Infrastructure
Five seldom-used RV sites sit ready for improvement. Highway 20 brings a constant stream of RVs, adventure travellers, and vacationers. Expanding this infrastructure offers a direct path to year-round revenue growth.
Outdoor Recreation & Location
BC government fisheries data confirms Clearwater Lake supports wild rainbow trout, making world-class angling a natural property highlight.
- Water Recreation: Canoe, kayak, swim, and boat directly from your private dock on Clearwater Lake.
- Aviation: Direct floatplane access on the lake.
- Backcountry Gateway: Immediate access to Klinaklini Falls, Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, and trails for hiking, horseback riding, ATVing, and snowmobiling.
- Services & Access: Located ~36 km west of Tatla Lake, ~53 km east of Anahim Lake, and ~115 km east of Bella Coola. Receives regular mail 3x weekly and daily freight delivery operating between Williams Lake and Bella Coola.
Ideal Buyer Profiles
- Hospitality Operators & Families: Looking to build or revive a family-operated wilderness resort in rural BC.
- Campground Developers: Investors seeking to develop a full RV park and campground on 31.88 lakefront acres.
- Aviation & Floatplane Enthusiasts: Buyers seeking a private lakefront retreat with dock facilities and air access.
- Semi-Retired Buyers: Looking for a seasonal lakeside residence supported by rental and RV income.
Buyer Due Diligence Notice
Buyers must independently verify property specifications, legal titles, boundary surveys, zoning classifications, permitted commercial uses, water/septic system capacities, building permits, dock permissions, riparian access rights, and operating licences with the appropriate local and regional authorities.
Request Information or Arrange a Private Showing
Interested in this 31.88-acre lakefront resort, lodge, and campground property for sale in Kleena Kleene, British Columbia?
Contact:
Freddy Marks | REALTOR®
3A® Marketing with RE/MAX Nyda
Direct Line: 604-997-5398
I market properties that don’t fit into a box. Reach out today to request additional property documentation, explore commercial opportunities, or schedule your private showing of Clearwater Lake Lodge & Resort.
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