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Get away from it all in this gorgeous ocean front retreat. Watch the sunrise over Salt Spring Island from any window. Pick oysters along 180 feet of private waterfront, check the crab trap, or go for a paddle. Later have a seafood feast on the huge deck overlooking the ocean, or alder-grill your freshly caught salmon on the built-in stone barbecue.
This house is perfect for couples or families looking to escape the hectic pace of urban life and enjoy life's simple pleasures in rustic luxury. Leave your TV behind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the 1.2 acre property with its terraced gardens, flowering shrubs, fishpond, and benches to enjoy the views. Hike the trails along the coast or into the Stony Mountain Forest Reserve which borders the property. In the evening curl up by the fireplace and catch up on your reading or enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner from your private oceanview table.
The west coast-designed house features an open plan living room with cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace, fully-equipped kitchen and dining room with views to the gardens and ocean. Also on the main floor are the master bedroom with a queen bed, en-suite, and private deck, a second bedroom with a double bed, and a full bath. The beds are luxuriously inviting with cotton sheets, down pillows and comforters, and heirloom style quilts. A second story loft with woodstove offers a cozy retreat and can accommodate extra guests. The large family room on the lower level has a fireplace and extra bathroom. Electricity is supplied by state of the art solar power, which is clean, reliable, and easy to use. Newly furnished in a casual country style, this home provides a comfortable setting for your holiday. All rooms have spectacular oceanviews.
Located 3 miles along an unpaved forestry road, this beautiful get-away property ofers privacy and seclusion in the heart of the Cowichan Valley. Discover this unique part of Vancouver Island with its locally crafted cheeses, wines and ciders, art galleries, fine golf courses, gourmet restaurants, and an abundance of fresh organic produce. Nearby Maple Bay and Genoa Bay offer boat and kayak rentals so you can explore the coast or head over to Salt Spring Island. |