Waterfront & Coastal Living
Oceanfront homes, lakeside retreats, and coastal properties across Vancouver Island. Wake up to water views every morning.
Featured Properties
Courtesy of REMAX Professionals (NA)
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Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty Canada (Vic2)
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2983 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay BC V9P 9J9
Nanoose Bay, BC
6 bed · 5.0 bath · 5,014.65 sf
Single Family
Courtesy of Royal LePage Island Living (PK)
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Courtesy of RE/MAX Camosun
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Courtesy of Angell Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd
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2450 Clamshell Pl, Hornby Island BC V0R 1Z0
Hornby Island, BC
3 bed · 2.0 bath · 2,129 sf
Single Family
Courtesy of Royal LePage-Comox Valley (CV)
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Courtesy of REMAX Professionals (NA)
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Courtesy of Royal LePage Island Living (QU)
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Courtesy of Royal LePage Duncan Realty
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1704 Tiber Bay Rd, Cortes Island BC V0P 1K0
Cortes Island, BC
3 bed · 3.0 bath · 3,588 sf
Single Family
Courtesy of eXp Realty (CR)
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2315 Mackinnon Rd # 29A, Pender Island BC V0N 2M1
Pender Island, BC
2 bed · 2.0 bath · 778 sf
Recreational
Courtesy of RE/MAX Generation
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Courtesy of The Agency
MLS® ReciprocityWhy Vancouver Island Waterfront?
Vancouver Island offers some of the most desirable waterfront living in Canada. From the sheltered bays of Sidney and the Saanich Peninsula to the dramatic oceanfront of Sooke and the West Coast, waterfront properties here provide year-round mild climates, marine recreation, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you are seeking a private dock for boating, a sandy beach for family summers, or a peaceful lakeside setting, the Island has waterfront options across every price range and community.
Popular Waterfront Communities
Sidney and North Saanich offer protected harbour living with easy ferry access to the Gulf Islands. Oak Bay and Cadboro Bay provide prestigious oceanfront within minutes of downtown Victoria. Sooke and the West Coast deliver rugged, dramatic shorelines for those who want a wilder connection to the sea. Up-Island, communities like Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and the Comox Valley offer warmer summer waters, sandy beaches, and a more relaxed pace. Lake Cowichan and Shawnigan Lake provide freshwater waterfront options with strong year-round communities.
What to Know Before Buying Waterfront
Waterfront ownership on Vancouver Island comes with considerations beyond a typical home purchase. Shoreline setback requirements, riparian area regulations, flood construction levels, and foreshore lease arrangements can all affect what you can build or modify. Insurance costs may be higher for properties in flood or erosion zones. We help buyers navigate these factors with local expertise, connecting you with the right inspectors, environmental consultants, and marine assessors to ensure your waterfront purchase is informed and protected.
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Featured Listings
3907 Cedar Hill Rd # U4, Saanich BC V8P 3Z8
Saanich, BC
3 bed · 4.0 bath · 1,431 sf
Townhouse
Courtesy of eXp Realty
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1313 Gabbro Lane, Langford BC V9B 5N1
Langford, BC
3 bed · 3.0 bath · 1,797 sf
Townhouse
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate
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3907 Cedar Hill Rd # U10, Saanich BC V8P 3Z8
Saanich, BC
3 bed · 4.0 bath · 1,510 sf
Townhouse
Courtesy of eXp Realty
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3907 Cedar Hill Rd # U8, Saanich BC V8P 3Z8
Saanich, BC
3 bed · 4.0 bath · 1,501 sf
Townhouse
Courtesy of eXp Realty
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2083 North End Rd, Salt Spring BC V8K 1E1
Salt Spring, BC
3 bed · 3.0 bath · 2,229 sf
Single Family Residence
Courtesy of eXp Realty
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9193 West Coast Rd, Sooke BC V9Z 1G3
Sooke, BC
4 bed · 6.0 bath · 4,615 sf
Single Family Residence
Courtesy of RE/MAX Camosun
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