Location: Gabriola Island, The Islands, British Columbia, Canada (Gabriola Island is a 20 minute ferry ride from Nanaimo, BC) View Map
Accommodations: Estate, 4 Bedrooms + Den, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Estate, oceanfront, Gabriola, Gulf Islands
This gorgeous Waterfront Estate features a 4500 sq-ft luxury oceanfront home, complete with fine furnishings, four professionally decorated bedrooms, three Jacuzzi tubs and a seven-person hot tub. The large fully equipped gourmet kitchen includes everything you need to throw together casual meals, or create gastronomic delights fit for a king. Spectacular views of the ocean and mountains are available from the large patio as well as the spacious living and dining rooms, and each of the bedrooms. Located on a magnificent five-acre waterfront setting with towering cedars, blooming cherry trees, manicured lawns and large colorful gardens, this property will meet your needs whether to escape and relax, participate in home soccer matches, or enjoy a family get-together.
The large tastefully decorated and furnished dining room and living room open through several glass double-doors to the patio overlooking the ocean and mountains, ensuring that you can enjoy the view from every couch, chair or comfortable seat.
The large second floor family room has a wet bar and fridge and built in mahogany shelving and desk filled with a variety of hardcover books and novels for everyone’s reading pleasure. This luxury accommodation features four large professionally decorated bedrooms with quality furniture, each with its own fireplace, personal washroom, Jacuzzi tub or bathtub and spectacular oceanfront views. Should additional sleeping space be necessary, hotel style cots are available, as is a queen sized pull-out couch in the den downstairs.
Perhaps you love to cook and entertain? The large fully equipped gourmet kitchen complete with two convection ovens, gas stove, large stainless refrigerator and freezer, and two dishwashers includes everything you need to throw together casual meals, or gastronomic creations fit for a king! If barbecuing is more your style, you won’t be disappointed by the first-rate stainless BBQ and tools. If you have plans to entertain, the 8-place cherry dining room suite and place settings for 12 will ensure that your guests are as comfortable visiting you at the estate as they may be in your own home.
This five-acre property will easily accommodate home soccer or baseball matches, followed by roasting of marshmallows and sausages over the fire pit. For a change of pace, a computer with Internet, board games, large flat-screen television, DVD / VHS machine and movie library are available in the den.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath (3) : Enjoy your jetted tub in each of three ensuite bathrooms overlooking the ocean.
- Private Hot Tub : This 7-person beachcomber hot tub is a hit with all guests.
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console : XBox
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : This large BBQ will satisfy any BBQ enthusiast and will meet your needs whether you are cooking for your family or entertaining a large gathering.
- Deck/Patio : The interlocking brick patio surrounding the back, side and front of the house is perfect for taking in the view of the gardens or the ocean and mountain views.
- Balcony : This balcony off the master-bedroom upstairs offers privacy.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : The picturesque oceanfront property and beautiful yard make this the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies.
- Mountain View : Snow-capped mountains across the Georgian Straits are breathtaking.
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- TRUE Treadmill (fitness center quality) Hot Tub
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Nature Trails; Enjoy viewing the eagles and deer; Outdoor fire pit - roast marshmallows and make smores.
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
High Season .. (Jul, Aug) ......................................... $10,000/month
Shoulder Season ..(Sep, May, Jun)..............................,,,,, $7,000/month
Low Season...(Oct-Apr)...............................................$5,000/month
Weddings are not permitted.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- Oceanfront Estate side/front view - Gabriola Island, Canada - Oceanfront Vacation Estate in Nanaimo
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- Cherry Trees - Gabriola Island, Canada - Oceanfront Vacation Estate in Nanaimo
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- Relaxing View - Gabriola Island, Canada - Oceanfront Vacation Estate in Nanaimo
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- Gardens overlooking ocean and mountains
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- Back of house
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- Gabriola Sunset
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- Evening Sail
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- Living room
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- Living Room 2
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- Dining Room
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- Gourmet Kitchen
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- Main Floor Bedroom
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- Upstairs "Gold Room" Bedroom
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- Upstairs "Blue Room" Bedroom
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- Upstairs Master Bedroom
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- Ensuite Bathroom
Traveler Reviews (7)
Relaxation and Privacy
Guest: Steve
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11
Review Submitted: 02/04/12
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here in August 2011. I was looking for a rural "retreat" for relaxation. This house has great views of the water. I enjoyed watching ferries and other boats sailing by. The sound of the lapping waves was very soothing. It is also surrounded by some incredibly tall trees. The visuals of the swaying trees and the sounds as the wind blew through the giant trees was also relaxing. Deer are plentiful on this island and frequently make appearances on the property. I have to admit that driving on Gabriola was the only non-relaxing part of my vacation as I had several close calls with deer at dusk and after nightfall. The highlights of the house for me were the amazing hot tub, and the many comfortable chairs that were just perfect for enjoying some summer reading. The hosts were extremely helpful and answered any questions that I had. My dog enjoyed the huge yard, and we also explored several of the local trails. If I am ever heading this way again, I will definitely check to see if it is available. I give this property top marks for its relaxation effects, and for its privacy.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Weekend Getaway
Guest: Liz
(Oakville, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/09/11
Review Submitted: 12/13/11
This is a fantastic place for a group. Lots of space so you are not on top of each other. Beautiful bedrooms - very private and great views. The kitchen is fabulous and very large, which is great, since it always seems to be a gathering place. My only complaint is that the time there was too short and we didn't get to explore the island. I would definitely recommend this destination.
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Guest: Don and Lynne
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Date of Stay: 08/16/08
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
The home and grounds were clean, spacious, well-quipped and homey. We felt instantly at home and relaxed as we read books and looked out over the ocean, The grounds were lovely and the beds/sheets were better than any high-end hotel we've stayed at! We cooked a lot of meals in the large wall-equipped kitchen and dined in the dining room over looking the ocean. The decorating was very much to our taste and reminded us of our home. It was such a comfortable stay that our daughter asked to spend her 15th birthday this summer at the house and we had a nice celebration for her on August 16. This rental was one of the best places we have ever stayed. Thanks!
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Guest: Charm
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Date of Stay: 10/11/08
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
Just returned from our annual Canadian Thanksgiving vacation. Our group (of a few families), has, traditionally, spent Thanksgiving in vacation homes across BC, for over a decade now. This Gabriola home stands out in a class of its own!! I would highly recommend this luxurious home to anyone looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. From the deer roaming in the front yard, to the cruise ships sailing by in the distance off the back porch, this was truly a beautiful setting. The fireplaces in every bedroom added to the warm, cozy atmosphere of the entire home, and, everyone, from the young children to the grandparents in our group, found themselves well catered to. In every little detail, it is obvious that a lot of thought has gone into making this a vacation home to be remembered, and it was much appreciated by each and every one of us. Thank you Anne & Rob!
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Guest: VanMom
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Date of Stay: 06/06/09
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
Our family (two adults and two children) and two other families (two adults and one child; one adult and one child) spent a week at Gabriola Gables Estates. We had such a wonderful time at this home, which is beautifully designed and immaculately maintained. The kitchen is large and modern and suited our needs to a T. The ensuited bedrooms are spacious and elegant; our children were thrilled to be able to share rooms with their friends and get away from their parents! They also adored the hot tub! The view across the sound to the Sunshine Coast was spectacular. The home isn't far from wonderful hikes in the woods and is a close drive to several beaches, where we spent many hours swimming, beachcombing, and exploring. It also boasts a large, mown yard where we played a lot of baseball and soccer. Our hosts were fabulous, providing us with all the information we needed to make our trip a comfortable one. This is a vacation we all will forever remember!
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Guest: Shelley
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Date of Stay: 07/04/09
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
We stayed at Gabriola Gables for a week in July 2009. The house is beautiful, with a well-equipped gourmet kichen. The property is very beautifully landscaped and the views from the back of the house are breath-taking. We saw a bald eagle many times during our stay. The island is very restful. We went to a concert at The Haven, explored the farmer's market and marina, and went to the local farms for fresh eggs, vegetables and meat.
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Guest: Marg and Glenn
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Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/25/10
Our daughter was married at Gabriola Gables in June 2010. One could not imagine a more perfect setting or venue. The grounds are ideally suited for a smaller wedding (about 70 guests in our case). The wedding ceremony took place on a grassy bench above the ocean. The backdrop of snow-capped mountains and blue ocean framed by tall fir trees was as good as it gets. A lawn behind the house was a perfect location for the large tent we set up for the reception. The meal was catered by Chef Jonah from the nearby Silva Bay Resort. He was able to use the kitchen at Gabriola Gables to produce a meal which was universally raved about. A number of out of town family members stayed at Gabriola Gables the week following the wedding and spoke very highly of its comfort, its generous kitchen and dining facilities, the ocean views and the absolute quiet. For our daughter and our guests this was the perfect venue for such an occasion. We would highly recommend Gabriola Gables to others considering a wedding on Gabriola or simply for a family vacation.
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