exposed support beams, and a romantic 2022 Pacific Energy woodstove. Enjoy year-round comfort courtesy of efficient Energy Star heat pumps providing instant heat and A/C. The versatile layout offers 2 main-floor bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a upper level configured as a grand primary suite complete with a cozy den and a sublime soaker-tub ensuite framed by tranquil garden views. Adding incredible value is the sweet, self-contained 1-bedroom mortgage helper or in-law suite. Featuring an open layout, a unique curved sitting bar, a 3-piece bathroom, its own heat pump, and Energy Star appliances, it offers fantastic flexibility for long-term rental, guests, or bed & breakfast potential. Extensive high-end exterior updates deliver total peace of mind: Smart Board siding, a durable metal roof, new Energy Star windows and doors, a double garage/shop, and an expansive water system including a 750-gallon garden rain-catchment reservoir and a 1, 500-gallon house storage system. Outside, the property unfolds into a vibrant orchard featuring apple, cherry, pear, plum trees, berry patches, raised vegetable beds, and a custom BBQ pagoda. Beyond the manicured grounds, private meandering trails lead you through your own enchanted forest filled with majestic cedars, firs, and native flora. Walk to Heriot Bay amenities, local dining, the historic Heriot Bay Inn, and nearby Drew Creek trail leading directly to Rebecca Spit Provincial Park. Enjoy world-class sea kayaking, lake swimming, and local boating right from your doorstep. (id:62650)