22 CAPTAIN KIDDS TERRACE, Protection Island, British Columbia V9R6R1

Custom West Coast Home & Studio on Protection Island – Where City Proximity Meets Coastal Tranquility. Step into a simpler, richer lifestyle on beautiful Protection Island. This charming custom-built West Coast home offers timeless craftsmanship, quality materials, and thoughtful updates throughout. Ideally situated across from a large waterfront park and just a short walk to the Community Dock, Dinghy Dock Pub, and ferry, this is island living at its best, just 10 minutes from downtown Nanaimo. Inside the main home, you’ll find handcrafted details like live-edge window sills and custom shelving, a cozy woodstove, and a recently updated kitchen featuring new concrete countertops and generous storage. The open-concept living space extends through French doors to a large covered deck, perfect for entertaining or enjoying your morning coffee in nature. The spacious 4-piece bathroom also includes in-suite laundry for everyday convenience. The separate guest cabin/studio has been beautifully finished with pine accents, and with its own heat and lighting, it's ideal as a creative space, home office, or private retreat for guests. A third deck platform adds yet another sunny spot to relax and take in the surrounding natural beauty. Protection Island is a close-knit community of approximately 350 year-round residents, featuring forested parks, quiet beaches, and welcoming amenities like a community hall, library, museum, garden, and fire station with trained first responders. Municipal water, sewer, BC Hydro, Shaw, and Telus services keep you connected, and the island is exempt from BC’s Speculation Tax. With regular ferry service and close access to Helijet, Harbour Air, , BC Ferries, and Hullo, you're well-connected to Vancouver and beyond, yet feel worlds away. Come discover how magical and fulfilling life can be in this truly unique island home. (id:39198)