131 Acland Rd, Salt Spring, British Columbia V8K2N6

Sustainable Shangri-La. Private earthly sanctum. A remodelled artisan built, human scaled home rests 5 metres from the ocean on this lovingly cared for 2.7 acres of south-west facing peaceful paradise. SOLIDLY made with a warm wood interior, vaulted ceiling, oversized windows, waterside decks.This optimally sited property on Booth Inlet gently slopes from the upper forested area to the water's edge for warm water swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. Views to a forest and Mount Erskine. Ducks, deer, eagles and otters delight. In addition, the large purpose built artists' studio welcomes the muse as a crucible for creatives. An extensive fenced garden is imbued with Permaculture values and nourished by abundant water from a spring fed irrigation pond with pump. Mature plantings of multiple varieties of fruit, nut trees and flowers! A robust 10 KW solar system provides ample electricity with the option to reconnect to the grid.Reduce your footprint, tread lightly on the rich soil. It is evident at first glance, the love that the present owners have poured into this sunlit enclave. However, they are ready to release their passion project to the next climate conscious custodians of the land.The substantial artist studio and shop space has a metal roof with large overhangs for outdoor storage or covered parking; kayaks and small craft can be stored here and launched easily into Booth Inlet with access to nearby Booth Bay. There is a massive woodshed and between that and the house is an 8' x 16' greenhouse. Excellent well & 3000 gallon water storage tank in the forest uphill, outside the fenced acre.The property is also on Saint Mary lake water (North Saltspring Water District), choose your source with the turn of a valve. Two ponds: one seasonal with lots of iris and one that has been dug. It is spring fed and has a pump for watering the abundant plantings of nut trees, fruit trees, flowering shrubs and berries. Away from it all, yet 10 minutes to town by BIKE. (id:39198)

Inclusions: Acreage, Cul-de-sac, Park setting, Private setting, Southern exposure, Irregular lot size, See remarks, Other