Beautiful Discovery Islands Oceanfront Acreage DL 1041 Maurelle Island Discovery Islands, British Columbia ED HANDJA $ Personal Real Estate Corporation 825,000 Canadian Cell (250) 287-0011 and SHELLEY McKAY Personal Real Estate Corporation Cell (250) 830-4435 bcoceanfront.com 2 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia The opportunity to acquire a substantial oceanfront acreage within the discovery islands has always been rare, even more so during the last few years as the appreciation for this type of property and opportunity has increased. This magnificent oceanfront acreage is located in the Island Surge Narrows post office, community centre and heart of the Discovery Islands, at the junction where elementary school just across Hoskyn Channel to the Quadra Island, Read Island and Maurelle Island meet. The south and Heriot Bay on Quadra Island is also close by. acreage itself is as impressive as the spectacular location, with a diverse complement of fabulous natural features. Whiterock Pass provides quick access to the south central BC mainland and magnificent fjords such as Bute and This 68.6 acre oceanfront property is situated on the Toba Inlets. Beazley Pass heads northwest to the Okisolo eastern shore of Maurelle Island with a large portion Channel around the top of Quadra Island and provides enjoying a southern aspect, just before the entrance to access to Discovery Passage and Johnstone Strait. The Whiterock Pass and overlooking Hoskyn Channel across to Settler Islands group is just to the southwest of the Read Island. This central Discovery Islands location offers property and provides some great recreational diving privacy and also a sense of community, with the Read opportunities. bcoceanfront.com DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia 3 68.6 undeveloped acres | 2140ft oceanfront | South and east exposure This property has both south and east facing exposure as property has not been maintained but could be it is situated in a bay that sits at the foot of a valley reclaimed, it is still used as a walking trail network. Foot protected from the outflow winds. The property benefits access for energetic hikers to the inland logging roads from direct sun exposure year round, providing natural allows access to East West Bay, Port Maurelle, Elephant light and warmth through all seasons. The 2140ft of Bay, Hole-in-the-Wall and the inland lakes which are shoreline is easy, low access for the most part, with a prized for their trout fishing. The interior of the island has lovely sand and gravel beach measuring approx. 1200ft diverse topography, and is well worth exploration. fronting the original homestead location. In the centre of the property is a substantial waterfall. This property is a nature lover’s paradise, with captivating flora and fauna at every turn. There is always a natural A portion of the property was originally farmed by the visitor to observe, from whales, seals and sea lions original homesteading family, and then in the late 1980s passing out front to bears, deer, cougar and wolves the property was logged. It is now in a healthy state of crossing the land, otters, ravens, eagles and a multitude regeneration with several fine stands of old growth of water birds along the shore. There is an overgrown old conifers around the property. An old road network on the orchard from the original homestead as well as some domestic flowers such as daffodils, snow drops and snow peas which complement the wide variety of native vegetation. bcoceanfront.com 4 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia Fresh water sources | Dug well | Old fruit trees Fresh water is available from a broad watershed with The property has good cell reception at the site three surface streams and two other underground fresh improvements. water resources. There is a 30,000 litre well roughly 30m in elevation and 200m to the rear, above the trailers. This site has one location that would be excellent for permanent moorage facilities. There are a complement of on site improvements, such as mobile shipping container units which have been There is subdivision potential with this property and two tastefully developed into living accommodations with a preliminary subdivision proposals have been prepared by nautical theme and for storage. There is also a wood-fired a local prominent land surveyor. hot tub. This offering at the current price is for the land only, the owner will consider selling these onsite This exceptional property offers many possibilities. It amenities if a purchaser is interested with price and terms could be used as the natural retreat it is, used as an to be determined. offgrid homestead as it historically once was, or developed into a special island retreat. bcoceanfront.com DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia 5 Maurelle Island is part of a group of islands collectively tidal rapids for the more adventurous, hiking, diving, known as the Discovery Islands, located between sport fishing, mountain biking and canoe touring are all Campbell River, Vancouver Island and mainland British popular activities catered to by local guiding outfitters Columbia on the west coast of Canada. With snow- and resorts. capped mountains and deep inlets fed by tumbling glaciers as a backdrop, the scenery to be found in this The Discovery Islands are considered major gateways to part of the world is some of the most impressive on the the very popular Desolation Sound region; well known for BC coast. its waterfalls, secret coves, rock cliffs and tranquil natural beauty with plenty of opportunity for wildlife viewing, These islands and the intricate waterways that weave including bald eagles and bears. The breathtaking silence between them are home to fish farms, fishing and kayak that surrounds these islands is characteristic of the lodges, homesteaders and logging camps. They provide a ambience in remote coastal locations. multitude of adventure and recreation opportunities. Sea kayaking among calm protected channels, with boiling The temperate climate, spectacular scenery, quiet rural lifestyle and endless recreation opportunities combine to make the Discovery Islands a highly desirable place to live and visit. bcoceanfront.com 6 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia bcoceanfront.com DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia 7 bcoceanfront.com 8 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia 9 10 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia 11 12 DL1041 Maurelle Island, British Columbia BC Oceanfront Team Ed Handja Personal Real Estate Corporation Cell (250) 287-0011 Zoning: RU-1 Strathcona Regional District Taxes: $1,017 (2020) Latitude: 50o14’N Longitude 125o7’W Shelley McKay Personal Real Estate Corporation Cell (250) 830-4435 www.bcoceanfront.com ROYAL LEPAGE Advance Realty (CampblRiv) 972 Shoppers Row, Campbell River, BC V9W 2C5 250-286-3293 | 1-888-286-1932 Best efforts have been made to provide the most current and accurate information from sources believed to be reliable. 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