Nanaimo River Front Acreage for sale: Nanaimo River 2 bedroom 2,400 sq.ft. (Listed 2011-09-10)

It's rare that a property like this comes available. The current owners custom built this ageless home in the early 80's on this gorgeous 8.38 acre property with 580 feet (178 m) of accessible crystal clear river frontage on the Nanaimo River. As you pull off the road and head down the private 1,000 ft (300 m) long driveway you'll witness an extremely private wilderness retreat only a short 15 minute drive from all of Nanaimo's amenities. The home has been built at a safe elevation above the river yet there is easy access down to the river for a refreshing swim on a nice hot summer day. Nature surrounds you with friendly squirrels, countless little birds, cute little green frogs and many other animals found outside the bustle of metropolitan living. As you walk into this carefully designed and skillfully built home you'll notice that this home was built to challenge the styles of time. Rustic, yet elegant, comfortable home built with Yellow and Red Cedar where all your friends and family will always feel welcome and at home. Vaulted ceilings in the living room, dining room and both bedrooms add to the grandeur of this fantastic home. Enjoy visiting with your guests as you prepare a cup of tea in the open kitchen with alder cupboards before you head out onto the cascading decks that wrap around the back of the house. As you sit on the deck you'll hear the sounds of nature: squirrels chattering, birds chirping and the ever soothing sound of the river as it flows over and around the rocks and deep pools. From the rear deck walk the short trail to view the river - which glows an unforgettable emerald green when hit by the sun's rays. As you look down at river below you'll see how over the years the waters have carved, shaped and smoothed the rocks - on the other side of the river is a bluff. Sit for a short while on the rivers edge and at the right time of day you'll be treated to a show of minnows jumping out of the water. As the seasons change you'll get to see the power of nature as the canyon fills and full sized trees bob down the fierce river - have your video camera handy as there will be some great footage to catch. This property also has a massive 48' x 26' shop with high ceilings and two garage doors one of which is 10' tall. The shop is equipped with 220V power a 2 piece bathroom and a woodstove. With a little work there is a furnace that could be made operational as well. The property has 2 addresses registered - 971 and 981 - with 8.38 acres there is ample room to build a second home once approved by the Regional District. When you come to see this property make sure you book enough time and bring some good shoes or hiking boots, you will need it. As you explore the property you'll find gorgeous gardens, trails - years of dedication in building a truly unique home. Pictures and video are nearly impossible to truly capture what this home and property is really like - you'll have to book an appointment to see it.