8596 DRIFTER PLACE
- Address
- 8596 DRIFTER PLACE, Whistler BC V8E 0G2
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Sq Ft
- 2,980
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Structure
- Residential Detached
- Year Built
- 1996
- Size
- 2,980 sqft
- Lot Size
- 8,924 sq ft
- Parking
- 4 parking spots
- Taxes
- $10,300.78 /yr (2025)
- Status
- For Sale
- MLS®#
- R3109982
- Walk Score
- 35
- Added
- Updated
- Listed By
- Engel & Volkers Whistler
Property Description
The smell of woodsmoke and the hush of falling snow. Yes, a gorgeous home. But also, a sort of time capsule for building mountain memories. If you’ve ever yearned for the authentic Whistler (the one built on nostalgia and the cozy warmth of a true cabin) this Alpine Meadows retreat is what you crave. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home greets you with the character that modern builds often forget. You’ll find aged fir floors underfoot and magnificent reclaimed wood beams overhead. It’s the kind of craftsmanship that makes you want to slow down. The kitchen features a vintage Moffat stove that serves as a conversation piece, while a high-flush toilet adds a touch of old-world charm. If you want a home with a soul, you’ve found it.
This Single Family Residence home located at 8596 Drifter Place, Whistler is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 13 days. This property is listed at $3,795,000 with an estimated mortgage of $17,748* per month. It has 5 beds, 4 bathrooms, and is 2,980 square feet. The property was built in 1996. 8596 Drifter Place, Whistler BC V8E 0G2 is in the Alpine Meadows Houses neighbourhood Whistler. Green Lake Estates, Rainbow and Whistler Cay Estates are nearby neighborhoods.
Facts & Features
Property
- Area Minor
- Alpine Meadows
- Postal Code
- V8E 0G2
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1,996
- Size (Interior)
- 2,980 sqft
- Building Area Total
- 2,980 sqft
- Area Major
- Whistler
- Property Type
- Residential
- Status
- Active
- Last Modified
- 2026-04-23
Inside
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- Laundry Features
- In Unit
- Flooring
- Mixed
- Fireplace
- 1
- Rooms
- Above Grade Finished Area
- Below Grade Finished Area
- Kitchen Appliances
- Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Patio And Porch Features
- Sundeck
- Fireplace Features
- Wood Burning
- Window Features
- Window Coverings
- Interior Features
- Storage, Central Vacuum
Building
- Roof
- Metal
- Floor Area Below Grade
- Basement
- Finished
- Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Wood
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Structure
- Residential Detached
- Levels
- Three Or More
- View
- Yes
- View Description
- Breathtaking Mountain Views
- Spa Features
- Swirlpool/Hot Tub, Bath
- Construction
- Frame Wood, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features
- Garden
Parking
- Parking Space (A)
- 4
- Parking Features
- Carport Multiple, Open, Gravel, Paver Block
- Garage
- No
- Carport
- Yes
Fees
- Taxes
- $10,300.78
- Tax Year
- 2,025
Utilities
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
Highlights
- Community Features
- Shopping Nearby
Land
- Lot Size Units
- Square Feet
- Lot Features
- Cul-De-Sac, Near Golf Course, Recreation Nearby, Ski Hill Nearby
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,924
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2
- Frontage
- 100
- Lot Size Dimensions
- 100 x
- Lot Size Area
- 8,924
Additional Media
- Virtual Tour
- View Tour →
Listing Details
- MLS® Number
- R3109982
- Ownership
- Freehold NonStrata
- Age
- 30 years
- Main Floor Finished Area
- 1,145 sqft
- Listing Source
- GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Additional Property Details
- Above Grade Finished Area
- Below Grade Finished Area
- Basement Finished Area
- Main Floor Finished Area
- Main Level Bathrooms
- Age of Building
- Legal Description
- Distance to Transit
- Fireplace Features
- Patio & Porch
- Fencing
- Covered Parking Places
Rooms
Sold History
Listing records and last sold date for 8596 DRIFTER PLACE, Whistler BC V8E 0G2, Whistler
| MLS® # | Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXXXXXXXXX | Xxx XX, XXXX | Listed | — |
Location
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About: 8596 DRIFTER PLACE, Whistler BC V8E 0G2, Whistler
If this detached house doesn't check all the boxes for your dream home, view the other 341 single family homes for sale in Whistler.
This freehold detached house was built in 1996 and is currently listed at $1,273 per square foot. The property sits on a 8,924 sq ft lot with 100 feet of frontage. The property offers 4 parking spaces, 1 fireplace, scenic views. Annual property taxes were assessed at $10,301 in 2025.
The address of 8596 DRIFTER PLACE, Whistler BC V8E 0G2 is situated in Whistler, British Columbia. It is located within the Alpine Meadows neighborhood of the city.
Nearby neighbourhoods include Green Lake Estates, Rainbow and Whistler Cay Estates. Drifter has 2 homes currently on the market, while the district of Alpine Meadows has 18 postings on the market. This represents approximately 5.3% of the total 341 properties listed for sale in Whistler. The average listed price of a detached house in Alpine Meadows is $3,160,222, with an estimated mortgage of $14,779 per month.* That is 1.2 the average list price of $2,668,817 for a detached house in Whistler.
The average Alpine Meadows listed detached house is 2,629 sq ft, has 4 beds, and 4 baths.
In the area surrounding 8596 DRIFTER PLACE, Whistler BC V8E 0G2, detached houses outnumber townhouses on the market.
The monthly payments provided are an approximation calculated for a mortgage loan with a down payment of 20% @ 5% interest rate over a 5-year mortgage term.
MLS®#: R3109982 · $3,795,000 · 5 bedroom detached house in Alpine Meadows Whistler.
