46 Pirates Lane
Protection Island, British Columbia V9R6R1

PRIVATE SANDY BEACH with OCEAN, MOUNTAIN & CITY VIEWS. This west-facing walk-on waterfront property is nestled on beautiful Protection Island, in the harbour of downtown Nanaimo. It boasts 80 ft of shoreline in a calm, sheltered bay with anchorage. Originally built in 1969, the home has been beautifully renovated throughout the years - low-e windows, french doors, hardwood & slate floors, custom cabinetry, granite & quartz countertops, energy-star appliances & new heat pump. The main floor living/dining area is awash with natural light thanks to large wall-to-wall windows. The spacious kitchen also boasts wrap-around windows to enjoy the captivating view year-round. This 3 bed, 2.5 bath home has a large den and home office with separate entry. Two large decks and patios surround the home for gracious entertaining and relaxing. The tastefully landscaped, 0.39 acre yard includes raised garden beds, apple, pear & fig trees and an irrigation system. The oversized workshop with gym, yoga studio and additional office/storage space complete this exceptional beachfront retreat. Protection Island is home to 350 residents who enjoy a community hall & garden, library, museum, shared community dock and boat ramp. It is also home to the Dinghy Dock, Canada's only floating pub, and the Protection Island-to-Nanaimo Ferry Service. Part of the City of Nanaimo, Protection is serviced by municipal water & sewer, Nanaimo Fire & Rescue, BC Hydro, Shaw & Telus. Just 10 minutes by ferry or private boat gets you to downtown Nanaimo and transportation hubs such as Harbour Air Seaplanes, Helijet, BC Ferries and the Nanaimo Airport. Come discover why this property has been family-owned for over 60 years. **Protection Island is EXEMPT from BC's Speculation Tax. ** Contact listing agent: Karrie Brennan Personal Real Estate Corporation Pemberton Holmes, Nanaimo 250 709 7642 (5324740)