This picturesque 2-bedroom + den, 2-bathroom rancher is nestled in a quiet neighbourhood on a level, sunny lot with mature landscaping that offers year-round light. The home presents beautifully, with a welcoming layout, large entrance/mudroom, and bright living spaces that enjoy views of the private yard. The interior features skylights, wood floors, fir doors, and a spacious kitchen with ample storage, counter space, and an eating bar. The generous primary suite includes a 3-piece ensuite, plenty of storage, and access to a private deck. The den, with its separate entrance from Wild Cherry, offers an ideal setup for a home-based business.
The 1492 sq ft home is well equipped with a woodstove, propane fireplace, two heat pumps, and a generator for peace of mind during power outages. Four exterior doors make it easy to access the outdoors, where you’ll find a large wood deck, a garden-side patio, and a covered seating area—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The fenced yard features excellent soil, deer fencing in the front, irrigation for the raised veggie beds, a greenhouse, and a diverse collection of mature plantings including rhododendrons, cherry trees, Italian plums, a walnut tree, and perennial herbs—a true gardener’s paradise. The home is serviced by a well & 2 cisterns.
Ideal for families and pets, the property also offers dual road access, a carport, workshop/storage area, and access to nearby trails that lead to Whalebone Beach and an extensive trail network. All information to be verified by a buyer if deemed important.
Address
1560 Violet Cres
List Price
$799,000
Property Type
Residential
Type of Dwelling
Single Family Residence
Style of Home
Arts & Crafts
Area
Islands
Sub-Area
Isl Gabriola Island
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Floor Area
1,492 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size
21010 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size (Acres)
0.48 Ac.
Year Built
1980
MLS® Number
996858
Listing Brokerage
Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty Gabriola
Basement Area
Crawl Space
Postal Code
V0R 1X5
Tax Amount
$2,322.00
Tax Year
2024
Features
Carpet, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric, French Doors, Hardwood, Heat Pump, Mixed, Oven/Range Electric, Propane, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Storage, Tile, Washer, Wood
Amenities
Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Central Location, Easy Access, Fencing: Partial, Garden, Ground Level Main Floor, Landscaped, Level, Private, Rural Setting, Southern Exposure, Workshop