2551 Braun Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1W5

Life a life you don't need to take a vacation from. This EXTRAORDINARY private 48-acre legacy property, is set on a one of a kind peninsula w/ over 5,000 ft. of Quennell Lake shoreline on Vancouver Island. This remarkable property delivers the feeling of your own private island with a rare blend of accessibility & seclusion. It feels like a bird sanctuary. This is one of Canada’s top bass fishing lakes & is home to an abundance of trout. Water recreation is almost unlimited. The lake setting provides an exceptional backdrop for family gatherings, & unforgettable time spent outdoors. It is within the Nanaimo aerodrome & you can fly your seaplane almost directly to your door. . Just a short 20 minute flight to Vancouver. A Short drive in off the main road & close proximity to the Nanaimo airport, the ferry & amenities. The spacious & bright 3,600 sq ft main residence features 3 beds & 3 baths. It is thoughtfully positioned to capture sweeping lake & landscape views & incredible sunsets through the plentiful picture windows and from the covered deck, providing year-round enjoyment. The downstairs area has suite and Airbnb potential. A separate 972 sq ft 2-bed, 2-bath cottage offers ideal accommodations for guests, a caretaker , family, or additional income. There is also a workshop. For the discerning equestrian, the property is exceptionally well appointed with a 110’ x 72’ covered riding arena, five-stall barn, w/ a heated tack room w/ hot & cold water, hay loft, multiple paddocks & plenty of pasture areas providing freedom & forage. Farm status is in place, with a history of cattle & hay production. The estate includes a separately titled 5-acre parcel with potential to subdivide further. The property has split zoning allowing for a wide variety of uses & events; such as a home based business, farming, agritourism, hosting events & more. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence. GST is applicable. (id:51075)