Lyndi Ainsworth Presents: 235 Middlebench Rd N, Penticton
I firmly believe that every client deserves my full attention and a commitmenttoserviceexcellence;thatthebeautyineveryhome stands forth so that each homeowner’s castle shines brightly.
We firmly believe that every client deserv our full attention and a commitment to serv excellence; that the beauty in every ho stands forth so that each homeowner’s cas shines brightly.
As an Engel &Völkers Real Estate Advisor, I am committed to ensuring every client is able to fulfill their individual dreams. Whetherthisisafirsthome,nexthomeoraforeverhome,Iknow the next chapter of life awaits. This isn’t about transactions, it’s about the people we serve and the lives they live.
As an Engel & Völkers Real Estate Advisor, I committed to ensuring every client is able fulfill their individual dreams Whether this i first home, next home or a forever home, know the next chapter of life awaits. We kn this isn’t about transactions. It’s about t people we serve and the lives they live.
Engel & Völkers South Okanagan brings an iconic flair to shape a vision that is refreshing and true. Our Company’s DNA links every continent, country, and cul-de-sac. We connect those global insights to create something unique for every client we have the honour to serve.
I invite you to explore what our locally owned global brand means and what it can do for you.
Engel & Völkers South Okanagan brings iconic flair to shape a vision that is refresh and true. Our company’s strong DNA lin every continent, country, and cul-de-sac. W connect those global insights to cre something unique for every client we have t honour to serve
I invite you to explore what our locally own global brand means to us and what it can do you.
LYNDI AINSWORTH
Welcome to 235 Middle Bench Road North
Welcome to 235 Middle Bench Road—where Penticton’s history meets everyday ease. Known as the Atkinson House, this 1920s Arts & Crafts–inspired colonial bungalow was shaped by the land itself: handcrafted stone hauled from Penticton Creek, an open porch with stout stone piers, and garden walls that feel as timeless as the Bench. Step inside and feel the warmth of another era: a cobblestone fireplace for winter evenings, coffered ceilings, and a beautiful built-in sideboard carved from the property’s own walnut tree. The farm-style kitchen flows into dining and living spaces—easy for shared meals and slow mornings. The main level holds the primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a four-piece bath; upstairs, a lofted (non-conforming) suite captures sweeping views over the orchard to Okanagan Lake and the hills beyond. Once home to one of the region’s earliest orchardists, the property still carries that spirit—minutes to downtown, beaches, and schools, yet immersed in vines, views, and the calm of the East Bench. Continue the orchard utilizing the large shop and garage area, explore agri-tourism, intimate hospitality, or simply settle into a beautiful, storied life on the Bench. This is a rare offering—rich in character, rooted in place, and ready for its next chapter.
Key Features
235 MIDDLE BENCH ROAD NORTH | PENTICTON, BC
INTERIOR FEATURES EXTERIOR FEATURES ORCHARD
• 3 Bedroom
• 2 Bathroom
• 2,078 sq.ft. Finished
• 771 sq.ft. Unfinished
• Cobblestone Fireplace
• Coffered Ceilings
• Exposed Decorative Rafters
• Built in Sideboard Carved From Walnut Trees on the Property
• Low Pitched Roof
• Cobblestone Cladding
• Open Porch with Stone Piers
• Side Gabled Roof With Bell-Cast Ends
• Stone Retaining Walls
• 3.65 Acre Lot
• Working Orchard
• Fully irrigated
• Planted in Fruit Trees – Cherry, Plum, Peach, Pear, Nectarine
• Vegetable Garden
The Atkinson House
Orchard roots: The site’s history is tightly linked to early benchland agriculture. Edward Atkinson, a CPR mail service employee who moved to Penticton in 1907, was among the first to purchase benchland here. He planted one of the area’s early orchards, operated a private fruit packing house on the property, and his wife produced dried fruits and jellies sold to Woodward’s. The report notes the family connection continuing in today’s local businesses, known for jams, jellies, and syrups. Agricultural outbuildings are part of the property’s character-defining elements.
*Outline of the property is approximate and to be verified independently by a purchaser
