Brandywine Basalt Dimension Stone Claims – Outright Sale Opportunity Prime "Whistler-Style" Basalt Source – Low-Cost, High-Volume Landscaping Stone
 
Location & Access Just 15 minutes south of Whistler, BC – approx. 4.2 km via existing forest service road off Highway 99. 40 minutes from Squamish, 1.5 hours from Vancouver. Seasonal access (snow closure typically Dec 1–Apr 15; standard for Whistler area).
 
Claim Details
Two active mineral claims: #1030954 ("BRANDYWINE") & #109761 ("BRANDY2").
Total area: 41.52 hectares (20.76 ha each).
Good to: September 15, 2026.
Focused on dimension stone quarrying; no known other minerals or prior quarrying on these exact claims.
 
Material Highlights Very hard, blocky basalt in natural talus slopes—abundant 1–3 ft cubes and columns (typical 6 ft long x 2 ft diameter). Rounded edges ideal for ponds/water features (easy liner management). Pleasing browns/grays with the classic "Whistler Basalt" aesthetic—highly sought-after locally. Not highly splitable but excellent for cutting/sawing (proven with Park Industries ‘Whisper’ saw for veneer; polishes well). Ideal uses: Retaining walls, sawn steps, ponds, décor, water features, facing stone, dry-stack applications.
 
Inventory & Extraction
Estimated 210,000–270,000 metric tonnes (conservative: 2587 ft perimeter at 6 ft average depth; actual depth likely higher for greater volume).
100% usable yield expected—no drilling/blasting required (natural talus).
Extremely low extraction costs: Existing roads need only minor upkeep; startup with excavator + dump truck. Minimal capex compared to traditional quarries.
 
Market & Pricing Comparable BC basalt: Raw retaining wall rock ~$30/tonne (Rip Rap & retaining wall rates from Quarries); or premium dimension/landscaping grade $120+/tonne (Retail Landscape & Masonry Grade). Material matches or exceeds higher-grade "Whistler Basalt" options similar to Local Competitors—cosmetically beautiful with natural shapes/edges and prime location appeal.
Gross in-situ potential: $6.3M–$54M (at $30–$200/tonne wholesale/retail). Large installation companies spending hundreds of thousands yearly on materials could save millions long-term by securing this reliable, local source in the booming Sea-to-Sky tourism/building market.
 
Sale Terms
Priced at $200,000 CAD (full payment required).
Outright sale—no royalty or retained interest.
First-come, first-served: Email goldclaimsforsalebc@gmail.com with claim title number. Must have valid Free Miner Certificate.
$1,000 non-refundable deposit (via Square) to hold (within 24 hrs of invoice).
Balance $199,000 via wire within 3 business days.
Full payment verified → Proceed with Mineral Titles Online transfer (buyer covers any MTO fees).
All sales final—no refunds.
 
Valuation Opinion (January 27, 2026) These Brandywine claims represent a compelling early-stage dimension stone opportunity in BC's high-demand Sea-to-Sky corridor. Valuation draws from comparable BC mineral claim trends (e.g., early-stage quarry/aggregate properties often transact in low-to-mid six figures based on location, resource quality, and development barriers), local basalt market dynamics (premium "Whistler-style" stone commands strong wholesale/retail premiums due to tourism-driven landscaping needs), and site-specific advantages.
 
Realistic Fair Market Value (As-Is Claims): $150,000 – $400,000 CAD This range positions the $200,000 asking price squarely in the mid-to-upper segment—attractive yet realistic for a buyer seeking quick ROI.
 
Lower end ($150k–$250k): Reflects early-stage status—no modern lab testing, permits expired (but restartable with modest ~$5k–$10k investment for owl/geotech assessments), and seasonal access. Comparable to basic BC mineral claims with aggregate potential sold/optioned in recent years (e.g., grassroots quarry rights in accessible areas often fall here when lacking proven reserves or infrastructure).
Higher end ($250k–$400k+): Justified by premium factors: Proximity to Whistler (15 min drive = massive logistics savings vs. distant quarries), classic "Whistler Basalt" aesthetic (highly marketable for high-end landscaping/retail), massive low-risk inventory (210k–270k tonnes at 100% usable yield from talus—no blasting), and ultra-low extraction barriers (existing roads, excavator-only startup). These elements create significant buyer upside: Large landscape/installation firms could capture millions in material cost savings over time, turning the claim into a strategic asset rather than speculative ground.
Gross in-situ potential ($6.3M–$54M at $30–$200/tonne) underscores long-term extraction/marketing value, but as-is claim pricing focuses on location, ease of access, quality rock, and low development hurdles—not full multiples of hypothetical reserves (standard for undeveloped dimension stone claims in BC, where value emphasizes optionality and quick permitting upside).
 
Claims remain active; seasonal access is typical. This is a speculative, informed opinion based on your site details, comparable BC basalt/dimension stone operations (e.g., Squamish/Whistler-area sources), market pricing trends, and general mineral claim transactions—not a formal appraisal, NI 43-101 report, or financial advice. Actual value hinges on buyer due diligence, permitting restart, and negotiation.
 
Serious buyers: Contact goldclaimsforsalebc@gmail.com for photos, maps, NDA (optional), or to discuss offers. Rare low-capex basalt resource in Whistler's backyard—capitalize on local demand and turn it into profit!