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Two Rivers has some of the most desirable homes for sale in Eagle Idaho. Located between the North & South Channel of the Boise River (hence: “Two Rivers), the neighborhood features numerous ponds, waterfalls, and incredible landscaping. Two Rivers also includes several smaller gated sections in the neighborhood called the “The Point”, “The Streams”, and “The Islands”. The Shores Subdivision adjacent to Two Rivers borders the S. Chanel of the Boise River. Below you can search the Two Rivers homes for sale in Eagle Idaho.
Two Rivers Lifestyle
Buying one of the homes for sale in Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho is like buying into a vacation time share, but without the hassle and without the share. With its 17 on-site lakes and 41 waterfalls, living here is like living at a resort.
A beautiful stone and red iron gate greets you as you round the corner, turning in off Eagle Road into the neighborhood. Almost immediately, you’ll see the exclusive clubhouse. Although this piece of Two Rivers real estate isn’t for sale, it plays an important role not only among the residents, but also in the community. While all residents get issued keys to the pool house, the community at large is welcome to inquire about holding events such as weddings, receptions, business conferences or reunions.
A tall bell tower and serene pond give visitors to the subdivision the first glimpses of this handsome facility. With the surrounding flora and fauna and quaint architecture, this community gem resembles the high alpine resort lodges in the Swiss Alps and yet seems right at home here. A circular drive gives the facility a regal look and promises to be a beautiful backdrop for wedding and event photos that take place on the grounds.
Aside from offering you a great location, it has a kitchen with full amenities, a gas fireplace and parking. In the past, people had to drive a long ways to enjoy an amenity like this if they wanted to host out-of-town guests. When your friends and family visit, you’ll be comfortable bringing them out to enjoy this neighborhood hot spot.
And although it seems like you might never use this facility except for when you have visitors or are planning a big event, nothing could be further from the truth. Residents who purchased one of the homes for sale in Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho regularly take advantage of this subdivision attraction. In addition to the clubhouse, there’s an on-site pool and playground for neighborhood youngsters. In the summers, the pool shimmers crystal blue as people float around on air mattresses or enjoy the view from lawn chairs positioned at the side of the pool. The stunning beauty of the grounds and relaxed atmosphere of the pool make this subdivision destination a favored spot among residents here.
Driving on past the pool and clubhouse, you enter the neighborhood proper. Rolling, landscaped grounds provide a fertile home for the wide array of mature growth trees that line the streets and walks. It’s a beautiful place to drive, but an even more elegant and lovely place to experience on foot. Talking a stroll around the village, you’ll see that the sidewalks curve and meander along the landscaping, offering you spots to stop along the route to take in the beauty of the abundant water ways or to sit near a waterfall and be cooled by the drops splashing off the rocks.
Extending your walk so that you move out of the main thoroughfares of the neighborhood and into the quiet streets where people live. Occasionally, you’ll see kids mounting their bikes to head out on a bike ride, neighborhood moms swapping PTO stories with friends across the way and a concerned citizen take it upon himself to put out an orange cone on the street to remind drivers to take it slow — a good precaution as school kids start to get home after 3:00 p.m.
Evening brings cool breezes off the Boise River, which is located nearby. When it gets wetter in the spring and fall months, the fall of rain heightens the strength of these fragrances, and cool rain drops make the driveways of the subdivision reflect the golden lights positioned at the garage doors and in the yard. Night falls a little earlier, but residents here willingly exchange a bit of daylight to enjoy the sights and sounds they associate with buying a piece of Two Rivers real estate.
Additionally, savvy home buyers gravitate toward this neighborhood for another reason — variety. While it’s true enough that within the confines of the neighborhood you’ll find homes located all along the quiet streets of the subdivision, you’ll also locate homes for sale in Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho that really epitomize the meaning of luxury.
These homes are located within three gated communities within Two Rivers; these are The Pointe, The Streams and The Islands. If living in the neighborhood in general seems like a vacation at a nice resort, then the houses in these sections belong in the President’s Club of the resort.
Many of these homes offer lakefront views, complete with their own small patches of private beach. These sandy shores provide the perfect respite from the busy world. Imagine being able to pull your lounge chair close enough to the water that you can dip your toes in — and all of this without ever having to leave home. Heading up into the backyard proper, you’ll discover the the delicious smells are coming from the outdoor kitchen near your pool. This backyard retreat includes a built-in bar area and grill. And if you need extra supplies, you’ll step just inside the back door and into the rest of the house.
These homes offer spacious entryways, elegantly winding staircases and opulent views to the outside all through the house. In the winter time, you’ll want to take advantage of the warmth provided by the fireplace in the formal living room as you entertain guests for the holidays. For smaller gatherings, the family provides the same warmth with a little more casual charm. It segues into your stunning kitchen, which includes an open floor plan, plenty of cupboard space, granite countertops and back walls built with the solidity of river stone.
The bedrooms in these homes are hideaways. There’s enough room in these rooms for a sitting area complete with cushiony couch, foot bench and walk-in closets. Of course, the master bedroom also includes a bathroom suite.
But no matter if you buy one of the homes for sale in Two Rivers that’s part of a gated community or not, this neighborhood stands on the edge of Eagle, Idaho, and residents here enjoy unparalleled access to all that this small city has to offer. Just leaving the front entrance of Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho, you’ll see that just up the road, there’s the Hilton Garden Inn and Bardenay in the same parking lot. Out-of-town guests can stay at this luxurious hotel, and you can join them for breakfast in the morning at the Hilton’s grill or head on over to Bardenay for lunch or dinner fare.
Driving a little further, you encounter one of the real gems of the city — Rembrandt’s Coffee House. This church-turned-coffee-shop exudes an artsy and eclectic vibe, where you’re just as likely to see local authors doing book signings as you are to run into an old friend. The coffee’s steaming, the pastries delicious and the artwork is breathtaking. Down the road a bit more, people who have bought one of the homes for sale in Two Rivers also enjoy the quaint eateries and downtown shops on Old State Street. There’s plenty of parking and places to go grab a glass of wine or a sandwich and some soup for lunch.
But Two Rivers real estate offers you more than just access to gourmet coffee and fancy eateries. Living here means your kids attend some of the best schools in the valley. School-aged children here attend school in at CD Andrus Elementary, Eagle Middle School and Eagle High School. Additionally, Boise and Meridian are also close by, giving residents who bought one of the homes for sale in Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho access to major medical centers, shopping, movie houses and other important businesses and services. Many of the area’s bigger employers such as Micron or Hewlett Packard are also within about a 20-minute drive.
It’s a lovely place to invest in some Eagle, Idaho real estate, truly. Aside from these amenities, there’s plenty to do and see in the area as well as ample businesses and services that make your life much easier. Not far from Two Rivers lies Eagle, Island State Park. As if all the waterways in your own subdivision weren’t enough, this area swimming hole provides an excellent place for swimming, sunbathing, barbecuing and even frisbee throwing. It’s just minutes from Two Rivers.
For those who love golf, there are several courses nearby. Aside from Eagle Hills, Banbury and Falcon Crest offer you a place to participate in this much loved sport, connect with friends and even participate in tournaments. Like the clubhouse at Two Rivers, these golf courses are a wonderful place to take guests or to meet new business colleagues, and all located just a short distance from your front door if you decide to buy one of the homes for sale at Two Rivers in Eagle, Idaho.
