The property is centrally located and is close to Departure bay beach good for swimming, beachcombing, and sightseeing, The beach is also a launch site for kayakers looking to explore the coastline. There are islands along the coastline worth exploring, like the Newcastle, Jesse, Snake, and Brandon Islands. Across the street from the beach are some shops serving coffee, ice cream, and other goodies. There is also a gas station and liquor shop too.
Also, the property is 200 meters from Linley Valley 6 part of the, Linley valley trail loop (8.1 km). Linley Valley, located north of Nanaimo, is a 145-acre greenspace with a network of misty trails and a serene natural beauty. It is very lush and full of deer, with some lakes, ponds, and creeks, wooden bridges, and high ridgelines.