luxury real estate for sale Ladysmith, Canada

Beautiful peaceful Gabriola Island! Create your own legacy property for your family for years to come! This historical assemblage of seven contiguous properties is situated on Gabriola Island, east of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, BC. Encompassing 327 acres, this amazing property features a spectacular private lake, significant oceanfront with a landing area for a marina, income producing booming grounds, and high bank building sites with views. The main home overlooks the lake and a 9 hole golf course ( currently leased by Gabriola Golf Course). The property includes four homes, a working farm with livestock, commercial grade green greenhouses, a dam and a 140KW pelton wheel hydro plant. With a diverse range of land uses, predominantly Agricultural Land Reserve, the opportunities for a private estate or a larger scale working farm are endless. Gabriola features shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, artisan studios, a medical clinic, many professional offices, parks, beaches and hiking trails.

Private Waterfront Sanctuary - Gabriola Island! You will love this immaculate Arts and Crafts masterpiece situated on five groomed southwest facing acres of rolling landscape with its own oceanfront cove and deep water dock. Step into this beautiful three bedroom three bathroom home and enjoy the outdoors with extensive windows, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring and wood finishing. Designed for entertaining, the open plan living areas are a delight with a chef's kitchen, new top of the line appliances, wonderful dining room with a new stove, and luxurious spacious living room with access to the 1100+ square foot ocean view deck. The open loft bedroom features spacious closets, lovely ensuite bath and spectacular views to wake up to. On the lower level, two bedrooms, extra full bath, a sitting area and a cozy covered patio. Enjoy the view hot tub, sauna, outdoor shower, pond, veggie garden and numerous spots for quiet reflection. Outbuildings: barn, workshop, tool shed. Easy access to Nanaimo.

Gabriola Island Ocean Views!! Stunning five-acre ocean view property overlooking Sandwell Provincial Park and Lock Bay! A winding driveway leads past custom rock features and a tranquil waterfall/pond to a new 3,100 plus square foot single-level home filled with natural light. Enjoy spectacular views from most rooms, a chef’s kitchen with heated island, arched beams in the great room, three fireplaces, three bedrooms, three bathrooms with heated floors, and a spacious family/media room. Expansive decks capture sunrises, and the gently sloping acreage offers space for gardens, play and future projects. Modern comforts include a back-up generator, well and cisterns, a powered/watered shed, and extra transformer for future garage/workshop. Embrace Gabriola’s vibrant island lifestyle with easy ferry, Hullo and Helijet access to Nanaimo and the mainland.

Welcome to 879 Canso Road, a breathtaking oceanfront retreat on stunning Gabriola Island! This private 2.2-acre estate showcases panoramic ocean, mountain and city views, vibrant sunsets, and abundant wildlife. Meticulously maintained, the property includes a quality-built main home, spacious carriage house, studio, and shop, ideal for artists, entrepreneurs, or potential B&B income. Features include HVAC, rainwater collection with 13,000-gal cistern, filtration system, central vac, 100 KVA generator, security system, and gated entry with intercom. The chef’s kitchen boasts high-end appliances, a six-burner commercial stove, quartz countertops, and an electric fireplace. Enjoy mature landscaping, fruit trees, berries, garden beds, and unfiltered outdoor oceanfront views. Experience spa-like coastal living in a truly special location. Words and photos can’t capture it all, come see it for yourself!

Tucked away on Bruce Ave in a welcoming, family friendly neighbourhood, this charming three bedroom, two bathroom home offers comfort, functionality, and a place that truly feels like home. Inside, you’ll find a well designed layout with a warm and practical kitchen, inviting living spaces, and generously sized bedrooms perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. Step outside and enjoy the backyard space, ideal for sunny afternoons, summer BBQs, or your morning coffee in peace. There’s also a separate storage area for all the extras, plus covered carport parking to keep your vehicle protected year round. Set in a quiet yet convenient location close to schools, parks, shopping, and everyday amenities, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and accessibility. Whether you're starting out, downsizing, or simply looking for a great place to settle in, this one is definitely worth a look. Call your Realtor today to book your private showing.

This architectural oceanside home exemplifies superb subtle design. An expression of casual coastal style that has been thoughtfully collaborated by a team of professionals, each with a gifted eye for detail. An exceptional living experience enhanced by sublime waterfront vistas from all major rooms throughout the main residence, guest house and elevated studio. Exemplary in every gesture, element and material employed, this home delivers beyond expectation on 2.25 walk-on oceanfront acres. With its purity of design and strength in composition, this westside estate is a true work of art!

Elevated oceanview luxury living on Salt Spring Island. This stunningly built residence showcases exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive architectural detail throughout. Designed for both grand entertaining and refined everyday living, the home offers expansive living and dining areas, a chef's kitchen with premium finishes, a library/study, and a separate dedicated office with space for two. The luxurious primary suite is a private retreat, complemented by a fully self-contained guest wing ideal for hosting family or extended stays in complete comfort. Set on over 3 pristine, beautifully landscaped acres, featuring sweeping ocean vistas and unforgettable sunsets. Rare opportunity in the coveted Pringle Farm enclave, offering a rare combination of privacy, flexibility, and elevated West Coast living just moments from the heart of Salt Spring.

Firefly Cottage: Highbank west side oceanfront, this charming character cottage warms the heart and welcomes quiet reflection. Cozy, simple yet sophisticated, with vintage elements that have happily stood the test of time. Staircase to the shore for ease of oceanside exploration. A perfect getaway. A cozy full time cottage. Conveniently located just minutes from Vesuvius in an area of exceptional waterfront properties. A unique opportunity with a setting and atmosphere so seldom available today.

Dynamic views and contemporary enviroments welcome at this westside oceanfront address. Set on a high level 1.42 oceanfront acre site, the light-filled home features clean, confident lines and quality finishes throughout a comfortable 1466 square foot floor plan. Dramatic open staircase. Marble topped kitchen. Luxurious Duravit equipped ensuite bathroom. Detached studio enhanced with salvaged century-old fir details. Charming writer's shed. Fenced kitchen garden. A wonderful island home or retreat!

Presenting the Millstone Estate Winery property for sale. Located just 10 minutes from Departure Bay, this spectacular property offers the complete estate winery lifestyle with the potential to be a thriving agritourism business. The 12.75 acres have a beautiful character home, a spacious winery building set up for events, an established six acre vineyard with full irrigation, and a sizeable pond. The 2,500 square foot estate home was substantially renovated in 2004 and has two bedrooms, one ensuite bathroom, and a walk-in closet on the main floor. The walk-out basement has a two bedroom, two bathroom suite as well as additional storage. The home features 12 foot ceilings on the main level with a wrap-around covered veranda deck with spectacular views overlooking the vineyard and surrounding nature. The home is currently a work-in-progress, but has the potential to be spectacular with a little bit of love. The 5,400 square foot post-and-beam winery building includes a tasting bar, lounge, wine production area/warehouse, event space, and a wood-fire pizza kitchen currently under construction. The six acre vineyard is planted with mature Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Ortega, Merlot, and Gewurztraminer vines. Winery production equipment, business assets, assignment of licenses, and inventory are not included. The spectacular estate winery is located in an equal parts scenic and convenient area. Bordered on the north by the Millstone River, the property has exceptional serenity with its riparian surroundings, yet is only a short distance from Nanaimo Proper. As this property is an operating business, we respectfully ask that you do not discuss the sale with any staff or visit without scheduling a showing. The property has a second legal address and access via a right of way on Holland Road. Multiple building sites. Ability to build second home.

The bucolic atmosphere of Bullfinch Farm begins at the gate with a nostalgic sense of arrival. Tree lined lane and gentle rolling terrain act as a visual directory to the established areas of the farm, linking the main home and guest house to the agrarian outbuildings. Positioned to receive calming ocean views and maximum sunshine, The Farmhouse has been rewarded with a clever combination of practical lifestyle appointments. The Guesthouse is set on it's own sunny knoll and features thoughtfully appointed living space for family and friends. Open pastureland with sheep station. Drive shed and barn. Ample property for self sufficiency. Settings like this take time, and a walk of the grounds tell an ongoing story of a hardworking past, the simple country pleasures of today and a peaceful, sustainable future.

This sun soaked 1.28 acre modern country home is a hidden gem in a quiet rural enclave of Vesuvius. It represents a thoroughly unique opportunity for refined island living in a location of lasting appeal. With a welcoming mix of west coast and European flair, the single level Wilco built home features a thoughtful floor plan for vibrant lifestyles with an eye for aging in place requirements. Brilliant year round light, distant ocean outlooks and fully fenced usable acreage lend irreplaceable elements that only grow more precious with time. A very special property!

Set on a wide 1.34 acre stretch of westside shoreline c.1928, this very special oceanfront home and complementing two bedroom guest house are a place where family and friends come to visit, relax and enjoy each other and all that Salt Spring Island has to offer. The charismatic beach house references tradition within a context of the here and now. Open beamed ceilings, wide plank floors, and a massive stone fireplace lend timeless elements while a professional chef's kitchen features a spectacular 16 foot island, La Cornue range, Sub Zero refrigeration and masses of stone bench tops. Inviting dining hall. Sequestered family room. Private walkout bedroom suites. Sun flooded studio space. Exquisite dual garden courtyards. Al fresco dining patios. Lush level lawns with gentle staircase to water's edge. Classic and cohesive design with a character only time can create. The best in beach house living!

A carefully layered composition of contemporary modern elements and traditional west coast sensibilities, this clever, comfortable & relaxed cedar home integrates seamlessly with its 4 acre ocean front environment in private, upscale Narrows West estates. Strong, clean lines & large open spaces lend atmosphere without excess. The professional kitchen is a creation station for the home chef. Artisan cabinetry/built-ins discreetly delight throughout the house. Large sections of glass windows, 10' french doors, slide away walls and walkouts look onto dramatic vistas that change character by the hour with easy access to outdoor living spaces from all areas of the home. The privately accessed lower provides copious storage and further potential. Walk down to warm ocean swimming. An exemplary residence, with spectacular sunsets and classically comfortable areas for owners, guests, work, and artistic endeavours

Welcome to Emandare Vineyard, a boutique 8.5-acre winery nestled in the stunning Cowichan Valley with sweeping views of Somenos Lake. Just minutes from town, this organically farmed estate produces sought after, terroir-driven wines that sell out each season. The beautifully renovated 1937 farmhouse and the modern two-bedrooms, two-bathrooms guest house (built in 2019) make this property ideal for multi-generational living or extended family retreats. Share in the dream of operating a thriving vineyard, expanding production, and hosting weddings or private events on this breathtaking property. A world class restaurant would be right at home here, and could be the center of this romantic destination. Featuring a modern winery and tasting room facility (built 2014), fenced gardens, fruit trees, and varietals including Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Siegerrebe, Marechal Foch, Gewurztraminer, and Tempranillo, this is a rare opportunity to live and grow together in BC’s most sought-after wine region.

Just 45 minutes from Victoria in the heart of the Cowichan Valley, this rare 7.29-acre parcel of pristine farmland offers gently rolling pastures, a spring-fed pond, and panoramic views of Mount Tzouhalem. Zoned “A2,” it allows for a wide range of uses, including agriculture, greenhouses, riding stables, B&Bs, community care, craft distilleries, cannabis production, home-based businesses, and more. Build your dream estate or leverage the existing structures for revenue income or agricultural ventures—the possibilities are endless. The property’s natural beauty, versatility, and prime location make it an exceptional investment. **Can also be purchased in conjuction with 6821 Lakes Road to create an expansive 16.5-acre corner property bordering both Lakes Road and Herd Road**

Located just 45 minutes from Victoria in the heart of the Cowichan Valley, this exceptional 9.28-acre parcel of pristine farmland is a true gem. Gently rolling pastures, a tranquil spring-fed pond, and sweeping vistas of Mount Tzouhalem create an idyllic setting. Whether you envision building your dream home to craft a remarkable estate, or taking advantage of the existing warehouse for diverse business ventures, the possibilities are endless. Zoned “A2,” the property allows for a wide range of uses including agriculture, agricultural storage, assisted living, B&B, community care, craft distillery, forestry, greenhouse, cannabis production, home-based business, kennel, riding stable, single-family or two-family dwellings, and supportive housing. This is a rare opportunity to secure a property with unmatched beauty, versatility, and potential in one of Vancouver Island’s most desirable regions. **Can also be purchased in conjuction with 6883 Lakes Road to create a 16.5 acre parcel**

Presenting an exceptional vineyard property within the Sonomos region of the Cowichan Valley Geographical Indication wine region. This unique property is a bare land strata parcel of land within the Averill Hills Estates development. The property is planted with 14 acres of producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines and has an additional 4 acres plantable. The vineyard is projected to yield 10 tonnes of grapes in the 2025 harvest. It is planted on Royston soils ( clay, loan and glacial stones ) Although no structures exist on site, an estate house and secondary dwelling can be built. The vineyard is currently leased and managed by Averill Creek Vineyard (also offered for sale) This property is the ideal companion purchase with Averill Creek to increase grape supply, new boutique winery in a fast growing wine region, the perfect vineyard estate site to build a dream home, or a rare opportunity to increase fruit supply for an existing winery.

An exceptional ocean view home right in Ganges! Timeless Cape/Craftsman design set in a sea of beautiful gardens, this light filled residence welcomes stylish living with a fine balance of character elements and modern construction techniques. Essentially main level living, the floorpan factors for comfort and convenience. Glass wrapped living room with fireplace. Separate dining area. Custom 2022 kitchen with soapstone countertops and Bosch appliance suite. Quiet den/office space. Main floor principle suite with beautiful bathroom and private walkouts. Two generous guest bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are located on the upper level. Walk to downtown or the upper village. Irrigated grounds. Charming kitchen garden. Covered carport. This fine home is a very rare offering - not to be missed!

This charming village home is located on a tucked away enclave - the kind of setting that has made its original owners happy for more than 20 years. Now, the time has come for a new chapter, and they present the house in lovingly cared for condition. The artistic open plan with kitchen and living areas enjoyis scenic garden views, along with two comfortably sized bedrooms and a lofty office/studio space.The separate lower level is currently a great workshop and storage zone. A lovely property in a great location!