January 2, 2005 – There’s more than just snow flurries at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, there’s also a flurry of real estate activity with the announcement of yet another premium project. Rod Nadeau, a luxury real estate developer based in Whistler, in partnership with Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, has announced the launch of Palliser Lodge, the resort’s newest condominium project.

The four-storey, 46-unit condominium style building will be located in one of the premier locations at the resort, situated just a short walking distance from the Gondola Plaza and offering the convenience of ski-in, ski-out access as well as breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains and slope side activity.

“Kicking Horse has quickly gained a reputation as the up and coming resort and the buzz is definitely out there,” said Rod Nadeau, President of Palliser Lodge . “Having experienced and worked through the real estate explosion in Whistler, it’s exciting to be in on the ground floor once again at such an incredible resort.”

Palliser Lodge will offer one, two and three-bedroom units as well as luxury penthouse suites on the top floor. Units range in size from 612 square feet to 1,583 square feet, with prices starting at $249,900. Each unit will come completely furnished with many custom options available including designer colour packages and private hot tubs on the larger decks to name a few. The building will feature concrete construction throughout providing durability, soundproofing and low maintenance costs. It will be built to the R2000 standard providing a healthy comfortable living environment that is so energy efficient that on an average winter day a 1 bedroom condo can be heated by 2 people and a couple of lights.

“We’re thrilled to welcome such an established and seasoned development partner to Kicking Horse,” said Arijan van Vuure, President of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. “Palliser Lodge will take us yet another step forward in realizing our vision of creating a world-class boutique resort.”

Residences in Palliser Lodge are expected to be offered to the public within two weeks time. Construction is expected to commence in 2005. An optional rental pool will be available for the convenience of home owners with reservations managed through Kicking Horse Central Reservations.

Nadeau & Sons Contracting Ltd, established in 1981 has built over 400 luxury homes in Whistler, British Columbia. Nadeau is founder, and currently the Past President of the Whistler chapter of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.

The complete build out of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is expected by 2010 – a mix of town homes, single family lots, condominium lodges and hotels together with shops, bars, other commercial amenities, additional terrain, and a variety of recreational opportunities.