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PRIME WALK-ON WATERFRONT WITH RARE FORESHORE LEASE on Protection Island - Southern exposure with incredible harbour views. Private, yet conveniently located near the Dinghy Dock Pub and Ferry. Enjoy the most popular and coveted view on the island - the harbour view: watch the sparkling city lights and celebratory Bathtub races of Nanaimo with sweeping city views and of Mount Benson in the background. This home is excellent for entertaining, or enjoying a peaceful getaway - every day! Vaulted ceiling in the living room with plentiful southwest facing windows that showcase your enviable vista, so you can enjoy your surroundings whether you are indoors, on the deck in your hot tub, or outdoors in your spectacular beachfront yard. Multiple large decks. Speculation & Vacancy Tax is not currently applicable to Protection Island, but please confirm with your accountant.

Welcome to Paige Cottage! This island retreat will charm you with its tastefully renovated interior;you can move straight in & enjoy all the gorgeous updates this delightful home offers. A pretty French door invites you into the living space, with large windows to enjoy those West Coast forest views.You'll love the gleaming wood floors & attractive wainscoting throughout; enjoy the well laid out kitchen with granite counters, tiled backsplash, stainless appliances & under cabinet lighting.Both bedrooms have custom designed closets w/ built in storage.A good sized bathroom has an oversized shower, vanity w/granite counter &tile. A thoughtfully planned mini mudroom,opening to the expansive back deck, is where you'll find the washer/dryer & coat/shoe storage. Centrally located to the nearby community garden,multi use sports court, park/beach access- this exquisite cottage has the luxury & quality of a much larger home.PI has City water/services, firehall, & foot ferry to Downtown Nanaimo.

Rare waterfront opportunity! Are you a nature lover,kayaker,ocean swimmer,or just young at heart?! Then this peaceful waterfront cabin on beautiful Protection Island could be for you.Come see this 2 bed 1 bath home nestled into the most stunning location-facing Saysutshun Island,w/views of mainland mountains.Listen to seabirds calling,children playing in the tidal shallows;explore the beach from your doorstep;launch your kayak, paddle, or even walk across to Saysutshun at very lowest tides.Glass doors & bay windows in the living area bring the wide views inside, skylights keep the home bright in all seasons,& a wood stove insert will keep you cosy. An expansive deck extends out from the kitchen& living room. PI has; City water, sewer, its own Fire Station/First Responders, community hall,library, garden&museum. Live/work/play here on this island oasis,just a short ferry ride to the amenities of Downtown Nanaimo,with onward connections via Hullo& BC ferries, seaplane & Helijet

Price includes pub, ferry and the waterfront property* Unique opportunity to own Canada's only floating pub, the renowned Dinghy Dock, along with the exclusive ferry service to Protection Island and a stunning waterfront home. This turnkey package offers a thriving pub set against a scenic bay backdrop, frequented by locals and tourists for its beer, seafood, and live music. The ferry provides a memorable voyage to the pub, enhancing the visitor experience. The 2,655 sqft home features 4 beds, 5 baths, a spacious living area with fine maple finishes, and superior views of Nanaimo's bay. The property is complete with A/C, a metal roof, and meticulous landscaping. Embrace a lifestyle that combines business with pleasure in a spectacular waterfront setting

Gorgeous custom-built craftsman-style home on Protection Island, only mins from downtown Nanaimo. Quiet & private cul-de-sac. Stone landscaped steps lead to covered wrap-around veranda for year-round enjoyment. Home features Italian archways, custom millwork, hardwood floors & stone tile. Vaulted ceiling, dormer windows & multiple french doors fill the home with natural light. Gourmet kitchen has s/s appliances, granite island & walk-in pantry. Generous rec room with separate entrance, perfect for guest suite, studio or home office. Primary bedroom with large ensuite also has private entrance. Upstairs has spacious loft + 3 bedrooms & full bathroom. Detached garage/workshop offers ample storage. Protection Island is serviced by Nanaimo's municipal water, sewer, Fire & Rescue. Connected to downtown Nanaimo by passenger ferry. Quick & convenient access to Vancouver from Nanaimo via Harbour Air, Helijet, Hullo Fast Ferry, BC Ferries & Nanaimo Airport. Protection EXEMPT from BC SPEC TAX.