A WOODLAND RETREAT ON

THE PERFECT GETAWAY

THE PERFECT HOME

Tel: 250.247.2088 E: [email protected] Cell: 250.616.6435 Coast Realty Group For Sale by the Fax: 250.247.2087 #1-575 North Road, Gabriola Island, B.C. V0R 1X3 lynch group

$309,900 CDN

This two bedroom, two bath woodland retreat is 14-years old, and offers peace and quiet on fabulous Gabriola Island, one of the world’s nicest island hideaways.

COZY AND CHIC This woodland home away from home is warm and cozy in the winter with its wood burning stove the centrepiece of the living room.

In summer open the two front doors onto the deck and let woodland sounds and smells come in to the house.

The kitchen is wonderful to work in and has everything you’d ever need to cook gourmet meals.

The dining room table sits six comfortably and pot lights with dimmers create the perfect ambiance.

Or, sit in the nook area and look out onto the fully stocked woodshed, a favourite haunt of a resident stag (see photo on page 5).

The deck to the side of the house is the perfect place to sit in summer and watch deer, ravens, eagles and other wildlife.

STYLISH HOME FROM HOME SET IN OVER HALF AN ACRE OF WOODLAND

The island is incredible; the people are the friendliest you will find anywhere, the beaches range from amazing sandstone ledges which heat up at low tide in the summer and provide warm swimming later when the tide comes back in, to sandy swathes perfect for young children and rocky beaches that are perfect for exploring the teeming tide pools. Bald eagles are everywhere and often swoop right down in front of you, or peer at you from the tops of trees. Otters are common and it’s a regular occurrence to see one coming to shore with clams, oysters or even a large fish. Woodland trails abound on the island and a whole day can be spent wandering through the centre of the island. Artisans are everywhere, so visiting potters and painters, weavers and quilters is a common way to spend a day.

The pump house (for the well) can double as an artist’s studio and has heat, light, cable and Internet access. An important thing to note is that our well gives a super 12 gallons per minute of marvellous drinking water (tested annually).

Winter sunset off Berry Point Road

THE SUNSETS ON GABRIOLA ISLAND ARE NOTORIOUSLY BREATHTAKING

Gabriola Island is located in the , between Island and the mainland of BC, approximately 3 miles (5 km) east of on .

Known as Petroglyph Island, a nickname acquired because of its wealth of ancient native stone carvings, Gabriola Island is one of the most enchanting of the of .

The island's name is derived from Punta de Gaviota (Cape Seagull), the name given by the Spanish to the southeastern part of the island in 1791. This name was later corrupted to Gaviola and later to Gabriola. Other island names dating back to Spanish exploration of the Strait of Georgia include Descanso Bay and Malaspina Galleries.

In a pleasant rural setting of forested parks and quiet beaches, Gabriola's residents enjoy a mild temperate climate, a relaxed lifestyle and a strong sense of community. Picturesque roads lead to sensational ocean views, and the sandstone shoreline can be walked almost indefinitely. The population is concentrated on the north and south ends of the island, with a friendly rivalry enjoyed between north and south islanders.

Many of Gabriola's residents are retired, but just as many commute daily to Nanaimo to work. The island is known for its many artisans, with a thriving cottage industry in pottery and other arts and crafts. There is a well-stocked, large grocery store, coffee shops, restaurants and pubs along with just about everything else needed for complete self-sufficiency. A Woodland Retreat

The house enjoys a circular driveway

Our resident deer

Gabriola has it all; when you’re there it has the feel of a remote island, but Nanaimo with its population of 138,000 and countless stores and huge malls, is just twenty minutes away by . Nanaimo’s Port Theatre, a landmark on the city's waterfront, offers over 250 events annually and is just across the road from where the ferry docks. You can walk on, stroll to the theatre see a great show and get the last ferry back to your secluded island hideaway.

Ferries run approximately every hour, everyday of the year to Nanaimo and take just 20-minutes - not even enough time to take in all the stunning views! Vancouver, on the mainland, is just 15 miles away using the regular float plane service, or take the leisurely super ferry from Nanaimo. PHOTO GALLERY ONE PHOTO GALLERY TWO PHOTO GALLERY THREE