frame ocean views from nearly every room. The vaulted post-and-beam great room creates a dramatic focal point, while multiple stone patios, decks & outdoor living spaces invite effortless indoor-outdoor living. The main level features a luxurious primary retreat with walk-in closet, private ensuite & deck access, plus 2 additional bedrooms, each with their own bathroom & a dedicated office. Formal living & dining rooms complement the great room with chef worthy kitchen designed for gathering & entertaining. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a heated swim spa, sauna, private beach access & mature landscaped grounds with gardens & orchard. The fully finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility with 2 additional bedrooms, bathroom & kitchen-ready family room ideal for extended family, guests, a home-based business or future suite potential. Built for comfort and independence, the property features two wall heat pumps, two woodstoves, a whole-home generator capable of restoring power within 8 seconds, a 16, 000-gallon rainwater-fed cistern, plus an additional 4, 000-gallon collection system servicing the gardens. A 1, 037 sq. ft. drive-in shop with in floor heat possible, single garage, 1, 872 sq. ft. three-bay pole shed, interlocking brick driveway & private electric gate complete this exceptional offering. Located 20 mins from Nanaimo by ferry, this rare waterfront estate offers the perfect balance of accessibility & seclusion. Own a legacy property in one of Gabriola Island’s most desirable waterfront settings. Call/text Mandy Colford 250-668-3633 to set up your private showing. (id:62650)