700 Beach Dr

With excellent views to Departure Bay, this Beach Estates Westcoast style home is 2612sf, 4 bedrooms and den, level entry with walk-out basement, legal 1 bedroom suite and all set on a large 1/3 acre gently sloped lot. Classic features include solid mahogany tongue-in-groove walls, floor to ceiling brick fireplace with insert, original oak flooring, picture windows, vaulted ceilings, and abundant natural light. The dining and living rooms boast excellent views of Departure Bay with ease of access onto the composite wrap-around deck. The bright, naturally lit kitchen features live edge breakfast table and shelving, new counter tops, flooring, gas range with chimney hood fan, and tiled backsplash. Two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on main level include a primary bedroom with updated 4 piece ensuite. A heat pump provides additional comfort. The lower level has a 4th bedroom/den, utility room with on-demand hot water and electric furnace, and indoor workshop with door to rear yard. The 1 bedroom legal suite was built from the studs out in '14 with upgraded plumbing and electrical: separate entrance, spacious room sizes, gas fireplace, covered patio, laundry and quality ocean views. The location is why people choose to live on Vancouver Island: steps to beach access and Beach Estates Park and trails; walk or bike to the waterfront promenade which leads through to downtown Nanaimo. BC Ferries and SeaAir Float planes are around corner, schools, shopping and buses are all within a couple of minutes by auto.