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WATERFRONT • Cape Cod home • View over Cowichan Bay Estuary • Hardwood floors • 4 bedroom + den • Easy walk to the village of Cowichan Bay

599,000

INCREDIBLE NEW PRICE • 1 acre of walk-on waterfront • Large bright kitchen • Oversized double garage • 3 bathroom • MUST BE SOLD – owners leaving country

BILL McGOWAN OSBORNE REALTY

Phone: 250.748.4443 Fax: 250.748.4300 Toll Free: 1.877.854.7468 E-mail: bill@billmcgowan.ca Web: www.billmcgowan.ca

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NEW LISTING

richard

hajdu

250-748-4443

• Remarkable Rancher • Overheight RV garage • 2676 square feet • Detached shop/studio • 3 bdrms, 3 baths + den • Quamichan Lake access • Sep. family & living rooms • Fully fenced • .41 of an acre • Private patio • Beautifully landscaped • Heat pump & 2 fireplaces

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$524,900

• 40’x24’ Workshop • 2 piece bath in shop • Metal roof on shop • 220 wired • Fully fenced yard • Large sundeck

$267,900

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• Terrific townhouse • 2 bdrms + den • 1658 sq. ft • Very pleasing décor • Dual garage • Hardwood floor

• 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher • Fully renoed home • 1051 square feet • Over height crawlspace • Very nice décor • Excellent value

• Lakefront complex • No-thru road near park • Master on the main • Double 09-38 sided gas fireplace • Crown moulding • View patio & balcony

$374,900

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hajdu@pacificcoast.net • Prestigious Marine View Estates • Maple Bay & Saltspring Island Views • Beautifully landscaped 1 acre lot • 2921 square feet

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• Level entry & walkout basement • 32’ x 22’ shop/garage • Breezeway carport • Secure, gated entry • 4 bdrms, 3 baths • Meticulously maintained

$795,000

• Lakeview special • .56 of an acre • Very private • Quiet area • Freshly painted • Family & rec rooms

• 4 bdrms, 3 baths • 2,940 sq.ft.

• Great family 09-38 design • Near Maple Bay • RV parking • 2 large sundecks

$414,900

• Private backyard • Wonderful water feature • Master with ensuite • Backs onto greenbelt • Garden area • Private hot tub area

$339,900

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• 3 bdrm rancher • 1410 sq. ft.

• Large family room • South-end location • Efficient woodstove • Open floorplan

WATERFRONT LIVING

• 2702 sq. ft.

• Double garage • 3 bedroom • West facing • 3 bathroom • Granite counters • End unit

• Spacious patios • Main entry • Walkout downstairs • Waterfront dock • Very quiet • Unobstructed waterfront living

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• RV Parking • Bright • Forced air heat • Original Owner • Thermal Windows • Rural area • Sweet spot!

$274,900

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THE PERFECT FIT!

• 2 Bedroom/Den • 1 - 4 pc bathroom • 947 sq. ft.

• Open concept • New carpets • Largest unit • Top floor

• Ocean view from balcony • Cute seaside community • Close to waterfront walk • Immaculate • Close to bus route • Rentals allowed • Empty nester/1st time buyer

$134,900

11-158

GREAT SUMMER PROPERTY

• Mountain view • .63 acre • General store close • Flat • Golfing nearby • Great exposure • Quiet street • Water to lot • Boat launch close by • Great holding • Beach access close by property • Kids park nearby • Great rec property • Lake view

$154,900

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$539,900

GREAT LOCATION!

• 2 Bed. potential 3rd • 2 bathroom • .2 acre • 1/2 duplex • 1800 sq ft • Double garage • Mountain Views

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CHARMING!

• 1150 sq ft • .17 acre • 2 bed + den • Newer roof • New kitchen • New flooring • New fixtures

• City services • Updated windows • Great yard • New Hardi Plank • New gutters & soffits • Woodstove • Exterior shed

$232,900

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• 4 bedrooms • 1/2 acre • Westcoast Contemporary • Natural gas fireplace up • Newer main bathroom • 5 year old roof • Workshop in house

• 2 bathrooms • 2596 sq. ft.

• Floor to ceiling windows • Woodstove insert down • New carpet in down beds • Newer windows • Big deck

$374,900

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TOP FLOOR

• 2 bedrooms • 904 sq. ft.

• Wood mantle • User friendly kitchen • Lots of natural light • Quiet • With-in walking distance to town

• 2 bathrooms • Presto Log Fireplace • South-South West facing • Spacious bedrooms • Open living room • Close to all amenities • No rentals

$149,900

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TRANQUIL SETTING

• 2550 sq. ft • 4 bedroom • 3 bathroom • 6.68 acres • Some wetlands • Meticulously maintained • Mountain view

• Great bird watching • Nicely landscaped • Small barn • Heat pump • New roof • Private • Low maintenance

$479,900

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COWICHAN BAY

Great Ocean View Family Home. This stunning custom built home offers the ultimate layout for a larger family. Huge family room on main Àoor where all your children can spread out. The luxurious kitchen opens out to dining and living rooms, and enjoys equally with these rooms the beautiful ocean view looking all the way across to Genoa Bay. The easy care yard permits plenty of play area for your children in a safe, friendly and tightly knit community. If you have a boat you'll enjoy access to the Cherry Pt. Marina.

NEW LISTING!

385,000

407,000

$

MLS 331107

CHEMAINUS

This spacious custom built family home features ¿ve bedrooms, four updated bathrooms, and newer Àooring throughout. The custom kitchen, with granite counter tops and wood cabinets, opens into the attached family room area and out to the concrete patio & pergola private and perfect for entertaining! One acre fully fenced, landscaped yard with mature garden beds, this home has a very tranquil feel to it and is very private. With two storage sheds, and second driveway for RV parking and or boat storage, this property is the perfect home to raise a family. One of those must see homes

Sought after rancher duplex featuring a large lot in newer area. Open concept living features a large skylight in the kitchen with b/i microwave hood fan, dishwasher, plus a pantry! Natural gas ¿replace in living area, extra windows and two separate patio doors that lead to private gardens and outdoor ¿re pit/pond with waterfall, mature gardens with hanging plants/ auto irrigation. Great neighbourhood. Location - Location - Location

MLS 330224

MLS 329826

569,000

$

SHAWNIGAN LAKE WEST

298,333

$

JUST LISTED! BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED RANCHER ON 2.06 ACRES

SODLAD YS

Rural and private, this is a 10 year old home ripe for your country investment. Very private set back from no through road with a long driveway to the home site nestled on the 2.54 acres located off Shawnigan Lake road west. This 2 bedroom upstairs home features an open living kitchen / living, two bedrooms, a huge master bedroom with jetted soaker tub 3: pc ensuite. The basement is full and undeveloped, home requires some imagination and effort. List price

Prepare yourselves for a very pretty picture in a very special, private, quiet place just minutes north of Duncan. This beautifully decorated and maintained rancher boasts 1,578 sq. feet, and a back-up propane heater in case of power outage. The updated bright kitchen, spacious dining room opening onto a lovely deck overlooking beautiful ¿sh pond and gardens, and the living room with two skylights make for lightness and brightness! Don't delay on this as interest is high!

IN 5

$379,900

CHEMAINUS

$399,990

THE GARTH – LAKE FRONT TOWNHOME

Four years new, 2340 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 3 four piece bathrooms, delightfully open living/dining with vaulted ceilings. Rich wood cabinetry and functional modern kitchen.

Nice island & ocean views from dining area and great south facing sundeck, fully ¿nished basement with, full bath, bedroom, den & very open ground level family room with access to a mini fully fenced Butchart Gardens. This home backs onto treed buffer and is located across from small neighbourhood park and only a short walk to stairs leading to the beach. Walk-able to downtown Chemainus and the famous Chemainus Theatre. Great house, Great Price…

Living the dream … Gorgeous lake front rancher with walkout basement, lots of outdoor living space for you to enjoy views of Quamichan Lake, Mount Prevost and incredible sunsets. This immaculate executive class home located in the Garth will surpass the expectations of even the most discriminating buyer. Bright and cheery with tons of windows, galley kitchen with eating nook and formal dining open to the living room, sundeck, lake and mountain views. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lots of family area downstairs to walkout patio. The best of all worlds. For personal viewing please call me

MLS#330787

MLS 330498

CASSIDY

Great singlewide 3 bedroom, two bath home in Timberland Park family section, Room for the whole family here with 3 bedrooms, a den and 2 bathrooms. The vaulted ceilings add to the spaciousness of the large living room which is nicely opened to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is a cooks dream with an abundance of cabinets and newer appliances, including a built-in dishwasher.

Cozy up when the wood stove is going as it heats the place quite nicely. The addition offers a nice sized bedroom with sliding doors to a huge 23X11 covered deck. Homes like these don’t last long!!

MLS 331110

$349,900

Opportunity Knocks … this .84 of an acre property boasts two homes and a 24’ x 36’ garage workshop with 11’ x 10’ of¿ce, a 1440 sq.ft. older 3 bedroom home, a newer full basement home with 2 one bedroom suites. The back yard features a Stone Henge Like recreation area with its own outdoor campsite feature, municipal water. List price:

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MLS 330498

NEW PRICE!

MILL BAY (NOOWICK)

Sitting on a .41 acre corner lot w/mature landscaping This 4 bdrm, 2 bath home boasts over 2,100 Sq. Ft. of living space & would be ideal for the growing family w/downstairs rec room & large covered deck up. The home is in need of TLC and updating but the main bathroom renovations have been started & await your ¿nishing touch.

The ¿nished basement has been roughed in for extra accommodations for the in-laws if needed. The lot has room for all your toys (RV & boat) & there are multiple fruit trees. This is a great opportunity to build some equity in renovations/upgrades while making this home your own

SALTAIR

DUNCAN

DUNCAN

NEW PRICE!

$515,000

MLS 331466

The charm of yesteryear ¿ts this 4 bedroom, 2 bath country two story home which sits on 2.47 acres tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The home boasts a great Àoor plan and features many antique Àavours of better times. Needs TLC, this home and property is being sold on an “As Is” bases by Court Order.

Plelase call Listing Realtor for details.

MLS#327057

IN 6 MLS330844

$729,900

MLS 331940

NEW PRICE!

First time on market, desirable location on the corner of Telegraph Road and Braithwaite Dr. this 3 acre parcel features a huge 3 bedroom 2 bath, ranch style home with partial basement, 21’ x 19’ living room, 17’ x 14’ kitchen, 14’ x 14’ dining combination.

Downstairs is a huge laundry and recreation room at walkout level. Outside features a large barn type workshop with lean to shelter high enough to park an RV unit, chicken coupe and lots of garden areas. Terri¿c well 25 gal plus there is a year round spring on the property. This is one of those must see properties. Great Value

$ 634,900

MLS 331464

NEW LISTING!

SODLAD YS COBBLE HILL

DUNCAN (DONNAY)

This outstanding 1.5 acre property will impress you from the minute you enter the remote operated gates! The home has been totally renovated with high quality ¿nishes, including Brazilian Cherry hardwood Àooring throughout and a spectacular chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, maple cabinets, built-in oven, cook-top and microwave and there's even a built in wine fridge! The 1.52 acre property is exceptionally private and offers a detached second garage/workshop with loft above. Lovely mature landscaping and a covered patio area round out this amazing property.

$

69,900

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418,900

$

COBBLE HILL

This double wide home has an offset design featuring a very functional 2 bedroom 2 bath Àoor plan with sundeck off kitchen to enjoy your morning coffee What is a Modular home? It is a home built by conventional 2 x 6 wood construction in a controlled environment. This Modular is on a full concrete crawl space foundation. This home is ready for immediate occupancy.

MLS328709

$

129,900

Proudly offered at

MILL BAY

$542,000

WOW! New two bedroom two bathroom home. Alder kitchen cabinets, 3 major appliances and hood fan. The master bedroom features two walk in closets and an ensuite with a 5’ two seat shower. Enjoy quiet & comfortable living in this 2011 Modular home, over 900 sq.ft. which will sit on a full concrete crawlspace basement backing onto a peaceful treed area. What is a Modular home? It is a home built by conventional 2 x 6 wood construction in a controlled environment meaning you don’t have to worry about rain during construction etc. the home has conventional drywall, hardi plank exterior, 25 yr. Fiberglass shingles & R40 insulation in the attic, R20 walls & R28 under Àoor. Pad rent is $355 which includes water, sewer & garbage pickup.

MLS#324798

A great investment at (net HST)

$109,900

RE/MAX Duncan Mill Bay 472 Trans Canada Highway Duncan BC V9L 3R6 Tel: (250)748-7200 Fax: 748-2711 Toll free: 1-800-976-5566

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1097 Nagle St. $372,500 Clint Stiegenberger ReMax Sunday April 15 1–3 pm

2035 Ida Ave Shawnigan Lake $825,000 Farrell Magnusson, DFH Sunday, April 15 1-3 pm

6290 Ambleside $399,900 Shellie Balliet REMax, Duncan Saturday, April 7 1-3 pm

1992 Ingot Drive $569,900 Cathy Green Remax Sunday, April 15 1-3 pm

2706 Wallbank Shawnigan Lake $319,850 Peter Miller DFH Saturday, April 7 1-3 pm

COWICHAN BAY 1708 Wilmot Cowichan Bay $399,900 Cathie Jeffrey, REMax Sunday, April 8 12-2 pm

3046 Keystone Drive $399,900 Arvind Sund/Sutton Saturday, April 7 1–2:30 pm

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Character style modern 4 bedroom home on 3 levels. Large kitchen and living area with wood floors connecting to outside covered wrap-around deck. Separate entry suite in basement plus a family room. Huge attic loft bonus. Kids can walk to Duncan Elementary. Everything you need for your family is right here in a nice private setting.

$372,500

MLS 328712

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$449,900

Well designed, 3 beds, 3 bath, open-concept living area home in a private setting. Low maintenance fully fenced backyard. Huge indoor workshop. With too many extras to mention, this home, just a few minutes from town, is a must see.

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SHAWNIGAN LAKE LOT FOR SALE

Build your dream home on this sunny, partially treed, .89 acre lot in Silvermine Estates.

Water and sewer already to the lot.

$279,900

GREAT DEAL ON MARCHMONT!

• Large corner lot • 2 beds plus den • Close to town and shopping • Cowichan River walking trails nearby

MLS 327130

$

189,000

Design Your Downtown Live/Work Space

Landscaped Rooftop Private Patios

MLS 327449

• Secure underground Parking.

• Live/Work with low carbon footprint.

• Geo-exchange heating and cooling.

• Green rooftop patios and courtyard.

• Solar hot water.

• Rainwater harvesting.

• Low VOC Building products for health and environment.

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Solidly built and cared for ocean view, 3bed, 3 bath family home on 1.23 peaceful acres on a quiet no thru road! Bright open living area and a beautiful dining area with BC forest all around you.

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8105 Miracle Close (Youbou) ~

$399,900

Need space? Here’s a large family home in one of the nicest neighbourhoods in Duncan at an attractive price? This 6 bed, 4 bath, 3100+ sqft home has wonderful mountain views and is located on a quiet culdesac.

1856 St Ann’s Close (Duncan) ~

$385,000

The interior has been brought up to today’s taste with a new kitchen with wainscoting, new thermal windows, carpeting, laminate and a completely renovated bathroom. Don’t just drive by, call today to book a private viewing!

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RICK TANNER

Mill Bay Centre #116-2720 Mill Bay Rd. Ph. 250-743-7716 1-800-976-5566 Ph 250 743 7716 Fax 250-743-7726 250 743 7726 Toll Free: 1 800 976 5566

COURT ORDERED SALE www.ricktanner.com NEW PRICE! $799,000 *Note: this home does require substantial 'ďŹ nishing' work.

MLS 324716

Get away from it all and enjoy expansive views of Shawnigan Lake, Saltspring Island, and Mt Baker as well as the surrounding mountains from your own 33 acres (+ or -) estate in Shawnigan Lake. This custom built home was built in 2007 and is approx 3100 sqft on 3 levels, it has 3 Bdrms & 3 baths (2 are roughed in) Vaulted ceilings, River-Rock f/plc w/woodstove, 2 Huge wrap around decks enjoy tranquil views and are perfect for entertaining. F-1 zoning allows for multiple uses incl: 2nd home or secondary suite, mobile homes are allowed.

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3298 Moorefield Rd.

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1430 Belcarra Road • 4 bdrms, 3 baths • Ensuite, • Natural gas forced air furnace

$119,900

$390,000

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$399,900 1376 Algonkin Road • 4 bedrooms, 4 baths • 2 fireplaces

$490,000

• Thermal windows • Full basement.

6263 Selkirk Terrace• Gas fireplace $579,000 • This home is a simply gorgeous • 4,000 sq ft of home • No expense spared • Hardwood, granite counters, • Custom tile/slate • Open concept kitchen, Media room

• Guest suite • Heat pump, • 2 car garage, • Quality in a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood.

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• 3 bedrms, 3 baths • Ensuite • Natural gas forced air • Hardi Plank siding • Garden area

$254,900 • This one level home on large lot with great back yard • Ideal as a starter, retirement or rental property • Close to shopping, schools

376 Day Road

$299,900 • Affordable Duncan family home • Walking distance to amenities • Great yard, spacious living • Central kitchen, dining area & 2 bedrooms • 2nd kitchen, large family room down • Fully finished basement • Gas forced air heat

• 4 piece main bath, 4 piece bath down • 2 year old fibreglass shingle roof • 10x11 workshop • Storage area, private rear yard • Home due for TLC, but great potential • Immediate posession • RV parking, walk to Chesterfield Track & amenities.

A STEAL OF A DEAL ES STABL Equestrian Riding Centre

$479,900 • Family Home • 5 Bedrooms 4 Baths • Maple Kitchen with island • Granite counter tops • 2983Sq.F. • Heat Pump • 9’ ceiling.

• Central location • Golf course nearby • Quiet area, cul-de-sac • Southern exposure • Low maintenance yard

6128 Sumas Road

6191 Palahi Place -

$439,

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$1,649,900

• In Maple Bay • Southern Ocean View • Subdividable 25 Acres • Zoning Allows 1 Acre Lot • Rough Roads in • On City Water

32301 GILANA

$999,999 • Indoor riding ring in barn.

• 88.6x149 Colonial style home • Plus 3 bedroom & 2 bedroom mobile homes.

• 40 minutes from Victoria.

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$259,900

• Attention 1st time buyer • 1/2 duplex • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths • Southern exposure • 1962 sq ft • Single garage

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• 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Heat Pump • Spacious 1431 sq ft* Mountain & Valley views • Landscaped grounds with irrigation system • Covered deck & fenced yard

• 2200+ sq. ft.

• 4 bedrooms • 3 bthrms • Open room design • Basement with Rec Room • Plenty of storage with stand up crawl space

$379,900 Large 2 Bedroom & Den Condo in Lake Cowichan’s Lakeview Manor

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KentonMcNutt.ca Kent

Classic Rancher located in popular “Coronation Hill”

Great Family Home

NEW LISTING

April 6-19, 2012

MLS# 332355

PRICED TO S ELL

Price:

MLS# 327038

Rancher - Maple Bay Corridor

$123,900 • Centrally located • 55+ adult oriented complex • Covered parking • 1267 sq ft • Updated building • Rentals are permitted (some restrictions) • Ideal retirement, recreational or investment property

• Great potential for 1st time buyer or rental property • 1167 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 1 bath • Large duplex zoned lot • 5 year old roof • New electrical service (2011) MLS# 329442

Contact Kenton Direct to view.

$209,900

MLS# 331028

• 3 bedrooms & 3 baths • 1621 sq ft • Maple kitchen, center island & pantry • 5 ft crawl space • Master on main level with ensuite • Quiet cul-de-sac • Single car garage

Call Kenton today to view!

$359,900

Close to Shopping & Ball/Soccer Fields

5 yr old ½ Duplex in Stonehaven Estates

• 1800 sq. ft. rancher • 3 bdrms. 2 baths • Vaulted ceilings • Hardwood floors

• Heat pump • Hot Tub & grand deck • Private fenced yard • Mountain & valley views

$385,500

MLS# 331076

$265,000

MLS# 329598

Great Home! Ocean Views!

PRICED TO SELL

• Very Nice Ocean Views • 3 bed, 2 bath, Great Room design • Vaulted ceilings, front & rear decks • Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliance pkg.

• 2-5-10 yr Home Warranty

• Unfinished 300 sq ft on ground level with roughed-in bathroom.

Ideal for 4th bedroom & rec./family room or in-law accomodation.

ATTENTION 1ST TIME HOME BUYER

This home qualifies for 1st time home buyer’s bonus - up to $10,000

MLS# 323809 Call Kenton today to view!

$332,700 includes net HST

Royal LePage Duncan Realty Curious as to what your home is worth?

481 Trans Canada Hwy Duncan BC V9L-3R6 FREE up to date market appraisal - Contact me direct 250-746-3081

David Gillman 250-710-8238 DIRECT 250-748-7200 RE/MAX Duncan - Mill Bay www.remax-duncan.bc.ca davidgillman@remax.net

YOU WILL LOVE THIS PROPERTY!

$799,000

Beautiful Maple Bay area home on two peaceful acres with wonderful Quamichan Lake views. Set on a quiet no thru road a few minutes to Duncan, this home was built 7 years ago to suit the current owners with future development in mind. Rich, solid fir finishing, stamped concrete verandahs, big windows looking out to the view and letting the light in. A heat pump, gas range and fireplace, soaker tub in the master and lots of room for toys outside are some of the qualities that make this such a special home. Live in this comfortable home while the potential development of this land becomes more valuable. An outstanding location, come have a look for yourself.

MODERN HOME WITH OCEAN VIEWS!

$395,000

If you are looking for a near-new home with incredible ocean views and beautiful sunrises in a friendly, quiet community then this is the one for you! Large modern open kitchen and living space, 3 bedrooms and laundry on the main. Energy efficient natural gas heat, 4th bedroom or office down with an additional 720sq.ft of unfinished space with its own entrance awaiting finish or used as grand storage/workshop area. Access to the backyard with only 1 step down from the new cedar deck off the main living space. This home has a low maintenance yard with RV and boat storage within a completely fenced backyard. Call David to view this home.

*Most productive agents in Canada. Based on 2010 closed transactions for all of Canada. Source CREA, RE/MAX internal data.

NEW LISTING - DOUBLE WIDE

$149,000

This is a great opportunity to own your home! This is an older double wide with wheelchair ramp, level entry & one floor living. The 2 bedrooms face the ocean with a peek at the water & Saltspring Island. For outdoor recreation, there are many nearby hiking/biking trails, fishing in Crofton Lake and a short walk down to the seawalk, marina & Saltspring ferry.

This property is serviced by sewer, water & gas, so it has potential as a revenue producer for now until you are ready to build.

FAMILY VALUE - COWICHAN BAY

$339,000

Terrific family home with lots of living area in the historic waterfront community of Cowichan Bay. This home has 2600 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and is serviced by sewer, water and gas. Easy entrance to both levels makes for flexible usage of home. The lot is approximately 1/4 acre of flat usable land with many mature plants & trees. The detached garage or shop is approx. 620 sq. ft. and there is plenty of room to park your RV. Positioned on a no-through road, ending with mature forest, makes for little traffic and yet not more than a few minutes to the T.C.H. and a scenic commute to Victoria.

I would be pleased to advertise your home here. Call me at 250-710-8238 or davidgillman@shaw.ca for a free market evaluation.

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SHAWNIGAN LAKE

250-743-7151

Sue Lyle

Tim Parker

Farrell Magnusson

www.suelyle.com

www.farrellmagnusson.com

Peter Miller

Jayne Shaw

pmillerrealestate.com

jayneshaw.ca

Be sold on expertise

1750 Shawnigan Mill Bay Rd. TOLL FREE 1-800-668-2272

“WE ARE YOUR LINK TO VICTORIA BUYERS”

Shawnigan Acreage Walk To The Lake

Priced to Sell West Coast Contemporary Home Updated and well maintained, large private treed lot, double garage, RV carport, plus extra parking. 3 beds/2 baths up, plus large and bright 1/2 bedroom self contained suite down with laundry hook up.

Location IS so important. Walk down this long driveway to the beach and the pub and the village. Tucked away from the road, this two level family style home gets terriÀc sun and comes with both attached and detached double garages.

$479,900

Beautiful Shawnigan Lakefront Acreage This 1.47 acre lot has sunny southern exposure with approximately 200’ of lake front. Gently sloping towards the lake, cleared and treed areas make this a special place to build your recreation or full time residence. Close to schools and services and an easy commute. Call for details.

$549,900

$749,000 NEW LISTING 2035 Ida Ave Shawnigan Lake.

Open House Sun Apr 15 from 1-3.

Peace and privacy on this 3.5 acre parcel with 65’ of lakefront nestled in a quiet bay.

1 bed/1bath log cabin nestled in the woods for the perfect retreat. Lots of room for family, friends, RVs, and tents. Possibility to subdivide .4 acre piece across Ida.

$825,000 Call Farrell Magnusson at 250-743-7151 to view

High And Dry Acre

The one acre lot is on the high side of Fern Ridge Drive which is about 1/2 way between Mill Bay and Shawnigan so you get the best of both worlds. It offers an terriÀc outlook to the north over the trees and privacy and good sun at the back. No need for a well, this is on a CVRD water system.

Only

JUST LISTED Wallbank MHP

$199,000 NO HST!

Be King Of The Mountain

This building site offers unparallaled views of the ocean at Mill Bay. Nearly 1/2 acre it is ideally suited for a main level entry home with a walk-out basement. Be part of Mill Bay’s most desirable community and know that your view will always be protected. Fully serviced and NO HST! Now offered at

$375,000 NO HST!

Call Sue at 250-743-7151

Building inspection done and everything professionally repaired.

This cute and cozy 2 bed 1 bath mobile has had extensive work done to it. New plumbing throughout, new kitchen, newer laminate Áooring, new bathroom, new patio and fencing, new dryer vent and best of all, the appliances are included. Early possession possible. Call Jayne at 250-743-7151 to view.

OPEN HOUSE SAT., APRIL 7, 1-3 PM

$42,500 NORTHGATE

Neat and clean single wide with heated addition. Open plan with vaulted ceiling in living room/kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. This home has all the right features: electric forced air furnace; huge new covered deck built with permits; metal roof; new hot water tank; all appliances plus some furniture included. Fully fenced big yard with 2 sheds; family oriented and pets allowed with park approval. Burnham MHP is a very well run and popular Park. Quick possession possible.

MLS#327208

2706 Wallbank Rd. Wonderful 3 bed, 2 bath family home loacted in Shawnigan Village. Numerous improvements including: new roomfa nd thermo windows. Large updated kitchen with newer appliances connects to the open living room and out throught French doors onto a spacious west facing deck. Downstairs the woodstove provides a cozy and warm atmostphere for the whole home. There is also a dedicated laundry area and a brand new 3 pcs bath. There is plenty of paved parking and it’s a short walk to the Village shops or the lake for summer fun.

$319,850

$69,900

Call Jayne Shaw at 250-743-7151

NEW LISTING

Gorgeous Custom Built Home in Sentinel Ridge With an abundance of glass and natural light. A true balance of design and technology grounded in the warmth of full dimension Douglas Fir. Situated on a fully landscaped level .37 acre lot with plenty of sun, and potential for extended family. There is also a separate 17 x 23 ft. shop with water, with 220 power and plumbed for future toilet. This is an exceptional home in a great neighbourhood, offering exceptional value.

$764,800 OPEN HOUSE SUN., APRIL 8, 1-3 PM

FLOAT HOME IN COWICHAN BAY Operating as a “Floatel” in the summer and rented for $900 in the off season. Located at the Blue Nose Marina.

$145,000

Call Tim Parker at 250-743-7151

842 Chapman Road Cozy log home with a bright open layout on a quiet 1/2 acre in Cobble Hill. Two with potentially three bedrooms, large open living room with plenty of natural light. This home has been well maintained and the metal roof is in excellent condition. There is also a 750 sq.ft. detached garage/shop with covered area for wood storage or additional parking

$369,000 Call Peter Miller direct at 250-748-0320 to view

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This like-new home is just steps to the LAKEFRONT. Great family home or vacation home. If you live the outdoors life then this is the place for you. Launch your boat nearby, and take the family on a stroll to the ice cream shop. The wild hills of Cowichan await your exploration as you cruise on the dirt logging paths in search of game, and great fishing lakes. On foot, motorbike or 4x4, you can truly get outside and enjoy all that the valley has to offer. Only 7 minutes away from the Cowichan Lake town centre, take the float tubes or the fly rod and jump in the Cowichan River for extended river cruising orworld class steelhead and trout fishing. If you can see yourself in one of the above situations, this is the home for you.

West Coast Contemporary Home

FARRELL MAGNUSSON Updated and well maintained, large private treed lot, double garage, RV carport, plus extra parking. 3 beds/2 baths up, plus large and bright 1/2 bedroom, self contained suite down with laundry hook up.

Feature Listing

$479,900

If you live in Shawnigan, Cobble Hill, Mill Bay or Cowichan Bay, call or e-mail to be in LOCAL TALENT, our home based business directory. It's FREE! call 250-743-7151.

Nicholas Bardon nicholas@RealtyVictoria.org www.RealtyVictoria.org Farrell Magnusson

250-388-5882

Sue Lyle

Tim Parker

1750 Shawnigan Mill Bay Rd.

OPEN HOUSE Sat, April 7th 1–3 6290 Ambleside

REDUCED

MLS #324903

Now FOUR bedrooms, with a family room added!

Nice new price: $339,500 MLS#327679

5794 Carmel Drive REDUCED

REDUCED

NEW PRICE!

MLS #328334

Equestrian Farm.

5 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

acres,

1708 Wilmot Open House Sunday, April 8 12-2

Shellie Balliet

472 TRANS CANADA HWY DUNCAN, BC V9L 3R6 250-748-7200

$339,500

$379,900

NEW LISTING!!!

Fantastic location for this 5+ bedroom home in Shawnigan Lake. 2 kitchens, lots of living spaces, a spacious workshop/hobby area, and a large deck off the kitchen with access to the large yard complete with inviting fire-pit area. So close to all the great public lake access points, and steps to the sought-after village amenities.

Proudly offered at

MLS #319114

CELL: 715-5069 OFFICE: 748-7200 shellieballiet@remax.net www.shellieballiet.com

NEW PRICE

SHAWNIGAN LAKE

Easy living one level rancher. 3 bed, 2 bath, close to town and hospital.

$699,900

• Renovated 4 bed/2 bath • Finished basement with 7’6” ceilings • Established neighbourhood • Sunny corner lot with mature fruit trees • Move-in ready • A lot of the value in this home is in all the work you WON’T have to do - it’s all been done This Could Be The One You’ve Been Waiting For!

Lots of potential and room for creative touches in this home, situated on close to 2.5 acres in popular Shawnigan Lake. With the private and quiet surroundings, once you finish this two level (unfinished basement) home to your liking, it will offer you a peaceful retreat. Close enough to Victoria to let you un wind on the drive home - and within easy distance to pubic lake access and trails to give you lots to do in your down time

$289,900

6824 Somenos Road

Jayne Shaw

FEATURE PROPERTY

NEW LISTING!!!

$394,900 Gorgeous, level 1/2 acre, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Rancher.

Peter Miller

Open 6 Days Per Week Mon- Fri- 9:30-5:00 Sat - 10:00-2:00

$399,900

CATHIE JEFFREY 472 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan BC V9L 3R6 office: 250•748•7200

toll free: 800•976•5566

April 6-19, 2012

Cowichan Real Estate Magazine

Somenos Creek Home

• Desirable Seine Road • 4 beds/2 baths • Studio with private entrance • Oversized double garage • Quiet no thru street • Close to town • Extensively updated • Very well maintained

$449,900

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Mary Street Home

• 3 beds, 3 baths plus 2 baths 1 bath down • .55 acres on Holmes Creek • 3 car garage • Heat pump • New roof • Ample parking • Separate dining room

• 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom • 1265 sq.ft.

• Built in 2008 • Open concept design • Natural gas fireplace • Quiet complex • Small dog or cat

$294,000

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$139,900 Eagle Heights Rancher • 3 beds • 1.5 baths • Oak kitchen • Starter or retirement home

2 bedroom 1 bathroom Main level condo Close to schools Rentals allowed

$75,000 Salish Road

Foreclosure Acreage

• Osborne Bay • Cleared lot • Slight slope • Underground services

$469,900 Maple Grove Condo

Chemainus Town Home

Ocean View Lot

$332,000

New Price

Joan Avenue, Crofton

New Listing

• 2.2 acres • 1590 sq. ft. home plus small cottage • Wood stove • Forced air furnace

• New condition • Early occupancy • Heat pump • 9’ ceilings • Granite countertops • Coved ceilings • 2800 sq. ft.

• Ocean View • Natural gas heating • Commercial zoning • Foreclosure • Currently used as a residence

$319,900

$524,900

$195,000

SUTTON GROUP WESTCOAST REALTY 2610 BEVERLY ST., DUNCAN

250-748-5000

HUGO Boschman

Your Victoria Connection Since 1992.

“Experience Sells”

I would like to thank the staff at Cowichan District Hospital for helping me recover and get back on my feet. Thank you for all the prayers, get well cards and all the friendly visitors. I’m home now feeling great and ready to serve you.

THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING?

NOW’S THE TIME… CALL JOHN TODAY FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION OF YOUR HOME OR A DRIVEBY What people are saying…

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A good agent will find you that next perfect home and sell your home for top dollar.

Call John today your Victoria Connection.

Lilly & Russ Frey

Camosun Westshore

250-478-9600 Victoria

250-701-2964 Shawnigan

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Ed Walsh “Custom Rancher 1 Acre & Shop”

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“Immaculate Home On 1 Acre”

NEW LISTING

Over 2,000 sq ft / 3 Bed / 3 Bath Level, Private & Peaceful 1 Acre 38 x 32 Detached Shop/3 Bay Overheight Doors / Grease Pit

Call anytime

“Countryman Estates Family Home on .43 acre”

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RV Parking with Hookups x 2 Massive Kitchen, Island, Pantry Hardwood Floors / Heat Pump Alarm House & Shop / BI Vac / HRV

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2710 sq. ft./ 4 Bed/3 Bath Bright Kitchen w/Nook Family Room/2nd Kitchen 26 x 8 Sunroom/Lower Patio

Sunny, Level & Private 1 Acre Lovely Views/2 Workshops Double Garage/RV Parking Country Feel - Minutes To Town

Over 3800 sq ft/4 Bed/4 Bath Level Entry w/Full Basement Private Guest Bedroom w/Ensuite Large Bright Kitchen w/Island

Family Room + Huge Rec Room Double Garage/Workshop/Alarm Heat Pump/Central Vac/Sprinklers Close to Town/Schools/Park

939 Cowerd Road $589,900

6507 Bell Mckinnon Road $449,900

6442 Diana Drive

“Lake and Mountain Views”

“Mill Bay Condo - Lions Cove”

“One Acre West of Duncan”

4 Bedrm Plus Den & 3 Bath 2 Fireplaces-Alarm-Double Garage Massive Kitchen-Updated Counters Heat Pump-HRV-Irrigation System

Large Family Room with Built-ins Lovely Landscaping-Pond-Greenhouse Fully Equipped Interior Workshop Walking Trails-School-Marina Nearby

1490 Belcarra Road $369,900

55 PLus Development 1 Bed Plus Den & 1 Bath Large Kitchen with Nook In Unit Laundry/Storage

Corner Gas Fireplace All Appliances Included Lovely Private Deck Walk to Mill Bay Amenities

#207 - 2777 Barry Road $199,900

$449,900

4 bed /1 bath / 1700 sq ft New Appliances Included Porch & 2 Decks + Hot Tub 2009 Roof & New Gutters

Private & Fully Fenced Custom Wrought-Iron Gates Basement/In house workshop Backs onto Trans Canada Trail

7348 Cowichan Lake Road $249,900

More info and photos @www.EdWalsh.ca

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14 ACRES OF FABULOUS HORSE PROPERTY

And a 5,700 sq. ft. immaculate open home with huge bright rooms, fabulous kitchen with granite counter tops and huge island for entertaining. 3 very large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, family room, sunken living room and a large laundry room on the main Àoor. The lower level is completely un¿nished but is plumbed should a suite be what you are looking for. This home has been completely and very tastefully updated so is in move in condition.

There is a beautiful new 4 stall barn with 2 very large dry paddocks with excellent fencing and room to expand. Trail ride right off the property into miles of trails or ¿nish the 100 x 200 ft. riding ring for your needs and preferences. There is pasture and a driveway for easy in and out horse trailers.

This property is in horse country in the Cowichan Station area so well worth a look. Please call me for more information

$799,000

OPEN HOUSE 1992 INGOT DR. SUN APR. 15, 1-3 PM

Here is a home to relax and be comfortable in. With over 2600 sq. ft. of living space and 2.47 acres of breathing room this home would suit a single couple who would enjoy a rancher but want the extra space the lower level offers for when family and friends come to stay. This home would also be ideal for a family with older children who would enjoy the two bedrooms, rec room and full bathroom in the walk out lower level.

This home is bright from top to bottom, well built, feels good and is easy to maintain. The yard is partially fenced for dogs, very attractive property, a bird sanctuary is at the very back of the property and there is space to built your shop. This is a friendly pleasant area close to shopping, Shawnigan Lake and there are terri¿c schools in the area. I would love to see you Sunday April 15, from 1 to 3 pm, or call for your private viewing.

$569,000

A SEASIDE COTTAGE That has a unique style of its own with a fabulous kitchen that you will enjoy any time whether you are pouring breakfast cereal or entertaining your friends. This delightful home has 3 bedrooms and 1 lovely bathroom with inÀoor heating, a comfortable living room with vaulted ceilings and gas ¿replace and of course views across Cowichan Bay to Mt. Tzouhalem. The .52 of an acre property has steps to the beach with a dock to sit and take in the remarkable sunsets. Considerable upgrading has been done on this charming 1410 sq. ft. panabode which is exceptionally private and within walking distance to the quaint stores and restaurants of Cowichan Bay. Go to cathy-green.com and watch the slide show of this wonderful property. Offered at

$548,000

COWICHAN STATION ACREAGE Imagine owning your own 14.9 acre park in a fabulous area by Bright Angel Park. This incredibly beautiful property has softly rolling pasture, mature landscaping, forested areas, a pond and Norrie Creek running down one side. There is a riding ring, loa¿ng barn, gambrel roofed barn and equipment storage shed, as well as a 2400 sq. ft. custom rancher with 3 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, sunroom, sunken living room, ¿replace in living room and family room, double garage and many extra features you expect in a custom home. This is absolutely beautiful property so please call for your private viewing on the asking price of

$827,900

TWO ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES

On 16.77 deer fenced acres in a high pro¿le location in fabulous Cobble Hill. Glenterra Winery and Thistles Cafe in the Winery are a wonderful combination that compliment each other. There are over 5 acres of organically grown grapes with upgraded infrastructure and room to plant more vines or diversify your options. The Commercial Building is over 2700 sq. ft. on 1 level and is open, bright, commercial grade with all permits in place. The family home is 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, big kitchen and a very comfortable home. Not only does this property offer a wonderful and sociable lifestyle it offers no end of options to diversify. With a 75+ gal per minute well you can grow almost anything. Call me for more information on this terri¿c opportunity.

Offered at

$1,970,000

DO YOU BELIEVE IN MAGIC?

To walk this gorgeous property is like walking through different chapters in a book with a story to be told by each area. The Koksilah Riverfront with eagles and spawning salmon in the fall, the wooded areas which would be able to tell stories of the inhabitants they shelter, the open pasture with deer and elk wandering through, the little lake with water fowl, bull rushes and a dock to relax on. This is incredible property. The large, immaculate and very comfortable home is 5 bedrooms, and 5 bathrooms, 2 family rooms, top quality ¿nishing and everything to spoil you. With a caretakers suite, double garage, heavy duty horse barn, equipment storage, fabulous greenhouse and garden area this property has everything to offer. Call me for more information on this hidden treasure.

Offered at

$2,799,600

PET TIP: PLEASE, PLEASE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO SPAY AND NEUTER THEIR DOMESTIC PETS. Kitten and puppy season is coming quickly. Many are dumped or otherwise disposed of and it is completely avoidable by spaying and neutering.

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#30-3110 COOK STREET

409 ROBERTS STREET

Bright main level entry townhouse with daylight basement located in Chemainus in Applewood Estates.

Many upgrades including oak floors on the main.

Charming well maintained older home in Ladysmith.

This home comes with a fenced yard and garage and carport.

$359,000

$282,500

2627 STREAMSIDE DRIVE

#106-2777 BARRY ROAD

Bright spacious condo in Lions Cove located in Mill Bay. Large master bedroom with ensuite plus den or second bedroom. Comes with covered parking.

This well designed 2 storey home has 3 bedrooms and a den plus a full unfinished basement. The price includes net HST.

$227,000

$523,000 3114 CHAPMAN ROAD

3617 HOLLAND AVE.

21 year old full basement home in the Cobble Hill Village in need of some upgrading. Large 0.45 acre lot plus triple car garage.

Fixer upper in Chemainus on 1.64 acres. This property has R3 zoning, is on water and sewer and has subdivision potential.

$359,900

$389,900

NEW PRICE!

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Personal Real Estate

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$459,000 #21 – 3144 Sherman Rd.

$265,000 Beautifully kept home insecure gated 45+ adult community. 2 Bed/2 bath, 2 covered patios, heat pump, eat-in kitchen w/oak cabinets, formal lvgrm w/bay window & gas fireplace.Single attached garage w/bonus work area, easy care landscaping and no maintenance vinyl fencing. Call us TODAY, this will not last!

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• Gorgeous, waterfront townhouse • 2 bed & den, 4 bath; West Coast design • Newly remodelled kitchen • New appliances, light fixtures, roof, hot water heater and bathroom updates • New windows, heat pump, slate patios, deck and railings

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$139,000

Retail/Office Building for Lease or Sale High exposure & traffic corner of Canada Ave. & Station St. in the Duncan Downtown core; main floor retail space up to 2592 sqft available to lease @ 8.50 sqft triple net 2nd floor office space up to 2609 sqft available to lease @ 7.50 sqft triple net. Total building with rentable area of 10,031 sqft is priced to sell at $1,200,000. Fully air conditioned; elevator & quality improvements in place.

1729 Westlock Rd. - $889,000 • Exquisite Quamichan lakefront 2608 sq. ft. rancher • 3 bedrooms plus den, stunning master has lakefront access • 3 bathrooms, ensuite has heated floors & towel rack • Beautifully decorated, top quality features • Fabulous kitchen, perfect for entertaining • Extensive renovations, including new countertops, metal roof • Spacious yard with over 100 feet of rebuilt dock • Please call us to view your dream home today!

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$449,000

Barbara Moberg

1721 Northgate Road $995,000 • Unique property, 3 different zonings • P1, A2 and R2 • Charming, 104 year old farmhouse • A second, newer 2 storey dwelling on property is currently a childcare facility

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Arlene Robinson

6162 Alington Rd

• Terrific ocean view lot • Municipal water to lot line • Walking distance to beach and marine

Lot G, Ridgeline Drive, Malahat

TOLL FREE 1-800-976-5566

Heritage Home + Subdivided Lot + Catering Business (sold separately) What an opportunity! Beautifully maintained home on over half acre lot. High ceilings, stained glass, fir floors, beautifully defined rooms reflecting the era. Separate cottage plus 2 car garage with commercial kitchen. Call today for details.

$620,000

2439 Heather St., Duncan

$329,000

• Great starter or retirement home!

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Newer kitchen, paint and some flooring • Efficient wood stove • Large master bedroom • 16 x 20 workshop • Great neighbourhood, close to all amenities

• 2.37 acres, flat and useable • One level rancher, over 1300 sqft • Double attached carport • Outbuildings: 8x100 garden shed, 24x26 storage/ workshop building, 26x26 barn/storage • Good water and newly replaced well pump

Investment/Revenue Property – 1611 Joan Ave. Crofton • 3 story building • 50 x 100 lot • Upper 2 floors-residential • Commercial zoning • Lots of parking • Fully self contained suites • Well maintained property, • Manager in place

$320,000

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Cowichan Real Estate Magazine

Build Your Dream Life

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The Perfect Family Home

Become A Homeowner

A Classic

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• Arbutus Ridge active 50+ community • Gated security • South facing building lot for main level entry home • Golf, tennis, swimming, marina, woodworking shop • Many hobby and crafts groups Excellent value at and no HST

• First time buyer, young family, here is your opportunity to become a home owner • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, townhome at family friendly Kody Place.

• Main floor living with bedrooms up, covered patio, fenced back yard.

• Close to schools and shopping.

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$154,900

Unbelieveable Price

Affordable price

$174,900

High Traffic Storefront Lease FOR

$134,900

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John Jukes

johnjukes@osborne-realty.com

250-748-4443 www.osborne-realty.com

• Main level living with finished lower level • 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Updated kitchen, bath, flooring, roof 4 yrs old • Experience all the Arbutus Ridge amenities • 50+ community with, golf, marina, tennis, swimming pool, and loads of activities

A must see at

Call for further information. 11-143

$439,000

John Finlayson (250)748-4443

Visit us at www.osborne-realty.com

Call today!

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Where you are #1

$439,000

LEAS

Assume existing lease at...

Motivated to sell for

$479,900

• 4.37 acre hobby farm • Solid & comfortable, 3 bdrm., 2 bath • Fenced & cross-fenced • Barn, double garage, shop area • Orchard, grape vines, chicken coup, garden • View of Cowichan Golf & Country Club Great buy at

Live The Good Life

• High traffic storefront space in Lake Cowichan • Ideal professional office layout • Quality leasehold improvements • Perfect for lawyer, dentist, doctor, walk-in clinic, insurance, finance, real estate, optometrist, hearing clinic, retail, coffee shop, etc.

• Lots of parking

• Arbutus Ridge building lot •Pastoral and Salt Spring Island view • Secure 50+ gated community • Golf, tennis, swimming, boating • Level entry building site

• 3 level, 4 bdrm., 4 bath family home • Main floor family room and basement rec room • Quiet no thru road • Family community of Shawnigan Beach Estates • Many updates for years of carefree living • In law suite in basement • Easy Victoria commute Call today for your appointment to view

• 180º ocean view • Huge concrete paver deck for outdoor entertaining • Massive open living, dining, kitchen • All bedrooms with ensuites • Over 6500 sq. ft. finished • See all these features at: www.finlaysonandassociates.com/list/spyglasshill3605.html Outstanding value at

$1,250,000

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Toll Free # 1-877-854-7468 John 294 Coronation Avenue, Duncan Finlayson email:johnfinlayson@osborne-realty.com

Family Home with Ocean View

Take Advantage of the Lowest Mortgage Rates Ever!

Spectacular Ocean View Lot

Downsizing?

Nothing Better!

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$250,000 • Spectacular ocean view lot • Level entry with walk-out basement In what is probably the best adult community in Canada • 24 hour security • Unbelievable onsite facilities • Built around championship golf course

• Like new building • Nearly 1200 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths • Large kitchen with nook • Large living areas • Fabulous location, close to all amenities 11-147

Desireable Family Home

Tasteful “Move In” Home

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$299,900 • Nearly 1700 sq. ft. finished • 3 bedrooms, 1 full, 2 - 1/2 baths • Bare land strata • Garage and Carport • Many extras - sprinkler system etc.

• Great location, close to everything 11-171

$399,900 • Over 2000 sq.ft. on 0.54 acre • 3 beds, 2 full baths • Kitchen, roof, windows eavestroughing new 2008 • Immaculate condition • Beautifully landscaped gardens • Full RV hook-up 11-190

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Vera Wilson

Vancouver Island Real Estate Board “2000 Realtor of the Year”

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Lovely Views, Great Park $649,000 • Ocean views • 55+ park • Shopping nearby • 2 bedrooms

• Quiet area • Pets allowed • Sunny addition • Cowichan Bay Area

$69,000

Country Park Classic • Open plan design • 2 bedrooms • Lots of updates • Light and bright

$135,000

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Vintage Riverfront Estate • Built circa 1888 • Loads of character • 26 level acres • Fenced & cross fenced

• 6 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • Very private • Ocean views

$690,000

• Large deck • In ground sprinklers • Detached storage shed • Small pets allowed

Timberline Townhouse • 2 bedrooms • New flooring on main • New bathroom • Close to everything

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• Owner operated • On main road • Lots of updates • Incredible price

$349,000

• Family park • Pet friendly • 13’3 x 6’9 addition • Needs some TLC

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Sandra

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Incredible Value • Occupies entire top floor • Great floor plan • 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms

• In Cowichan Bay • Rentals allowed • Near Bench School • Close to shopping

$22,900

• 3 bedrooms • Large family room • Covered outdoor patio • Level, landscaped lot

$269,000

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Fantastic Price

Own Your Own Business • Youbou market • Includes building & land • High visibility • Area growing in size

Perfect In-Town Rancher • Lots of updates • New roof • Quiet area • Large family room

• Family oriented • Pets allowed • Private rear yard • 2 bathrooms

$179,900

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• Private deck • Quiet area • Right in town • Walk everywhere

$179,000

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250-748-4443 sandra@osborne-realty.com

Carswell

W NE TING LIS

ROCK BOTTOM PRICE ✤ Panoramic lake views ✤ Kayak or hike from your door ✤ Lakefront condo on 11 acres ✤ Westcoast vaulted cedar ceilings ✤ Timeless oak kitchen cabinets ✤ Master ensuite updated

LOT NEAR GOLF COURSE

✤ Dock, hot tub, jacuzzi & social lounge ✤ Powder room updated ✤ Decks, stairs and railings redone ✤ Lovely landscaping ✤ 2 private patios and covered deck ✤ Wonderful Woodmere

$439,000

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✤ 0.62 acres with creek through it ✤ Backs onto Mt Brenton Golf Course ✤ Zoned R1 ✤ Allows two family dwelling ✤ Municipal water available ✤ Septic required ✤ Minutes from downtown Chemainus

$169,000

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GREAT LOCATION, GREAT CONDO ✤ 2 bedroom/ I bathroom condo

✤ In-unit laundry

✤ Starter home or Investor’s alert

✤ Small pets allowed

✤ New counter tops in kitchen

✤ Walk to new VI University

✤ New bathroom vanity & flooring

✤ Close to Cowichan Sportsplex,

✤ New flooring in master bdrm & kitchen ✤ Aquatic Center & Library ✤ Includes 5 appliances

✤ No rental restrictions

$126,500

LIVE, LOVE, SELL THE COWICHAN VALLEY— INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

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Cowichan Real Estate Magazine

CALL

PHIL ROOKE 250-748-4443 AND START PACKING OM E ST NC U C GA E EL

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OUTSTANDING OCEANVIEWS $799,000 • Unique ensuite • Vaulted ceilings • Level .8 acre lot • Huge southside deck • RV parking • Infloor heating • 180 Ocean views 12-28

• Virtually new • Stunning interior • Maple Bay • Arbutus Point • 1735 sq. ft. rancher • Very private • 2 car garage

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EXQUISITE HOME • 5000 sq. ft.

• .41 acre • 5+ bedrooms • 7 bathrooms • Media room

$899,000 • 5 garage spaces • Shop • Games room • Family room • All bedrooms with ensuites 11-96

NORTH HAVEN

$735,000 • Overheight ceilings • Library • Formal dining room • Huge kitchen • Bay window nook • Magical gardens/pathways • Orchard 12-45 • 3.4 acres

SO SUITE

$409,500

• 2820 Sq. Ft • Main level entry • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Gas fireplace • 42 foot deck 11-76

• In-law suite • 2 car garage • RV parking • Cul-de-sac 12-23

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$1,550,000

• 4 bedrooms • 33.5 acres • 3 bathrooms • Eastern sunrise views • Western sunset views • Sunken living room • Fenced • Sunny breakfast nook • Municipal water • Gourmet kitchen • 3275 sq. ft. custom home 11-174

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• True character • Guest cottage • 4 bathrooms • 3 fireplaces • Bay window seating • 4000 sq ft • 5 bedrooms • 3 ensuites

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• New kitchen • New laminate flooring • New fridge/stove • New hot water

• In ground sprinklers • Bright and sunny • Wheelchair ramp • Detached shop 11-191

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CLASSIC HOME ON ACREAGE $329,900 • 1.6 level acres • 2169 sq. ft.

• 5 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Country kitchen

• Family room • New furnace • New hot water tank • Fibreglass roof • Privacy` 12-26

INCREDIBLE

$299,900

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W COUNTRY ACREAGE NE ING $189,000 ST LI • Beautifully natural • Mostly level • Great exposure • River access nearby

• Established area • Private 12-32

Call Phil now and start packing

For more information and photos go to:

www.philrooke.com

250-748-4443.

$24,900

JUST MOVE IN

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$639,000 $649,000 Arbutus Ridge Move In Ready • Ocean view • 3200 sq ft • High end Merit kitchen • Wine Room • Main level entry • Craft room • Meticulously maintained • 3 bdrm., 3 bath 12-040

$274,900 Duncan Patio Home With A View • 2 bedrooms + den • 1315 square feet • Excellent location • Double wall for sound proofing • Double sided fireplace • 2 large patios • View of meadow & mountians • 55+ community 11-187

$395,000 Two Shops for Your Hobbies • 5.73 Acres • Thermo Windows • 10 minutes North of Duncan • 1385 sqft. 2 bdrm home • Fantastic, 10 gpm well • 2 new bthrms w/in-floor heating • 24x24 garage, 16x20 shop • Room for RV too!

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$549,900 Stunning Ocean Views • Arbutus Ridge • 11’ ceilings in living room • 2400 sq. ft., 3 bdrm. 3 bath • Master upstairs • Natural gas heating • Immaculate condition • Protected in cul-de-sac • Vinyl thermo windows 11-108 12-043

$265,000 Ocean Front Lot • Arbutus Ridge • Strata amenities include: • Build your dream home RV Storage, Outdoor Swimming • 50+ gated community Pool, Hot Tub, Tennis Court, Rec Centre 11-71

$599,000 Custom Arbutus Ridge Home • Main level entry • 5 pce ensuite • Spectacular Ocean Views • Large kitchen with island • 3 bedrm/3 bath • Vaulted ceilings • Over 2800 sq ft • Large full length deck 12-11

WWW.OSBORNE-REALTY.COM Jackie WOOD

3645 Highcourt Lane Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L1

P.250.743.3000 F.250.743.9494

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$104,000 Why Pay Rent?

• 1 bdrm/1 bath condo • 5% down ($5,200) • Gross income min.$24,734 • Monthly Mtge payment $438.00 • Prop. Taxes ($85) + Condo Fees ($102)+ Util approx ($75)=$262 • Total monthly payment $700.00 12-002

$519,900 Move-In Ready Arbutus Ridge • Open concept plan • Fantastic Ocean Views • Stainless Steel Appliances • Hardwood floors • Updated Cabinets • 2 bdrm + Den & Family Room

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April 6-19, 2012

E RIC P NEWOLD NTRY E L U S DIB T BE G CO E R INC MUS EAVIN L ERS N OW

COWICHAN BAY WATERFRONT

PERFECT IN-TOWN RANCHER • Lots of updates • New roof • Quiet area • Large family room • Spacious modern kitchen

• 3 bedrooms • Large family room • Covered outdoor patio • Level, landscaped lot • Close to parks and walks

$269,000

VERA WILSON

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• Cape Cod home • View over Cowichan Bay Estuary • Hardwood floors • 4 bedroom + den • Easy walk to the village of Cowichan Bay

$599,000

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BILL McGOWAN

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John Atkinson

Sandra Carswell

Greg Kothlow

Bill McGowan

W NE TING LIS

• 1 acre of walk-on waterfront • Large bright kitchen • Oversized double garage • 3 bathrooms • Motivated sellers

Jason Finlayson

Phil Rooke

John Finlayson

Grant Scholfield

Richard Hajdu

John Jukes

Vera Wilson

Jackie Wood

W NE TING LIS

GREAT FAMILY NEIGHBOURHOOD • 4 bdrms, 2 baths • .23 of an acre • Large covered patio • Newer roof & windows • Work shop off garage

WATERFRONT LIVING

• Quiet no-thru road • Nicely landscaped • Bedrooms upstairs • Extra parking area • Close to good schools

• 2702 sq. ft. west facing • Double garage • 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom • Waterfront dock • Unobstructed waterfront living

$539,900

$309,900

RICHARD HAJDU

• Granite counters • End unit, very quiet • Spacious patios • Main entry • Walkout downstairs

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GRANT SCHOLEFIELD

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