Our Office


We at Jakes & Van Schilt are proud to offer up-to-date real estate services to anyone wishing to buy or sell property in the South Okanagan Valley. Keith Jakes and Dianne Van Schilt are arguably the most experienced and knowledgeable realtors in the area with regard to vineyard and winery properties.

In addition to our in-depth understanding of the wine industry, we have been involved in the sale of over 3,000 residential properties, and are noted for our expertise in high-end executive homes and acreages, as well as commercial properties and project marketing on multi-family condominium residences. Our office has also acted as real estate consultants for several financial and receivership organizations.

We provide professional advice and careful attention to detail in all aspects of the sale and purchase of real estate. We take great pride in ensuring all of our clients are confident that their best interests are the ultimate priority at all times, and are kept well informed through the entire process of their transaction.

Our Office Manager, Jennifer, assists our team with the design and compilation of property-specific brochures, electronic advertising, and print media in several publications, locally, across British Columbia and in Alberta, constantly referring to an extensive repeat-client base that has accrued since our office first opened in 1981.

It is our mandate to provide personable, efficient, educated services at a professional level to each and every one of our clients, and to never miss an opportunity to improve upon that service whenever possible. With our extensive background and solid reputation, Jakes & Van Schilt provides outstanding representation for Buyers, Sellers and Developers.

Dianne Van Schilt
Associate Realtor
Keith Jakes
Personal Real Estate Corporation
Jennifer Herrera
Office Manager