Sun Pointe Village - 55+ Community in Kelowna, British Columbia

Sun Pointe Village is a senior living community operated by Baptist Housing that combines independent living, assisted living and long-term care on one Kelowna campus. Its defining feature is this continuum of care, with 40 independent-living suites, 20 assisted-living suites and 100 long-term-care suites identified by the operator. The community opened in 2000 and is registered with British Columbia’s Assisted Living Registry. For prospective residents, the mix of housing and care levels is relevant when planning for changing support needs without changing communities.

Homes at Sun Pointe Village

Sun Pointe Village is not a conventional 55+ homeownership development. Baptist Housing offers 40 independent-living suites in studio and one-bedroom layouts, ranging from 347 to 656 square feet. These suites include a kitchenette, mini-fridge, microwave and walk-in shower with a seat. The same campus has 20 assisted-living suites, primarily studios starting at 347 square feet, plus 100 subsidized long-term-care suites. Independent-living rent currently ranges from C$2,810 to C$4,270 per month, according to Baptist Housing.

Amenities at Sun Pointe Village

Amenities and services at Sun Pointe Village are geared to senior living rather than private-home recreation. The campus includes walking trails and gardens, a library and computer lounge, general store, chapel, coffee bistro and hairdresser. Residents also have access to dining, housekeeping, laundry facilities, 24-hour emergency response and a weekly shuttle serving Kelowna. Activities listed by Baptist Housing include exercise classes, card clubs, gardening, guest speakers, musical groups and outings into Greater Kelowna.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Sun Pointe Village is at 700 Rutland Road North in central Rutland, at the corner of Rutland and Leathead roads. Baptist Housing identifies nearby pharmacies, medical offices, restaurants, parks and grocery stores, while the site has a Walk Score of 61. Kelowna International Airport is about 9.4 km away by road, and downtown Kelowna is about 9.2 km by road, based on nearby-property mapping data. The community is within the Regional District of Central Okanagan.