Mayne Island, this property, this home is a destination. Whether your enjoyment lies in quiet solitude, horseback rides along the hilltops, a sailing trip through the spectacular island-seascapes or personalizing a retreat that is all your own, this home is your destination. The duality of island life is fully characterized in every nuance of this magnificent property. From land it is the stark beauty of endless ocean vistas, waves lapping at the rocks, and sailboats bobbing in crystal aquiline water, And from the sea, this home truly beckons. Nestled privately among arbutus, pine and cedar, the classic West Coast plan reveals sweeping open rooms with stunning natural elements of maple, cedar pillars, and fine stonework accents at every turn. Luxurious finishing, custom kitchen details, and practical amenities abound. Beyond the walls, architectural magnificence blends seamlessly into welcoming outdoor living space, stone paths and access to ocean frontage. This property is truly the place to rest, work, play and to just be who you are, and who you want to be.

This attractive and inviting architecturally designed West Coast home with a Mediterranean flavour is set in 10 secluded acres (4.05 hectares) and is sited at the waters edge with a south west exposure and expansive views over Navy Channel and Plumper Sound and of the distant islands.

The Residence: This well planned two level home of approximately 4800 total square feet built in 2000 has been designed to be environmentally friendly and for easy maintenance. Making use of natural woods such as maple, alder, pine cedar, fir (some actually milled from the property), beams/logs, and high end appliances, fixtures and fittings.

The main floor of 2500 square feet (232.3 square metres) features a large entrance with high vaulted (17 feet/5.2 metre) glass skylight ceiling and center hallway; large living/dining room opening onto large deck area; gourmet kitchen with high end ?Miele" appliances (steamer cooker, wall oven, dishwasher, cook top propane stove); spacious utility room off of which there is a fresh air pantry; library/media room with ample shelving; two piece guest bathroom; master bedroom with five piece custom bathroom, large custom walk-in dressing room cupboard plus a balcony/deck overlooking the ocean.

The Lower Level with a finished area 1658 square feet (154 square metres) has a separate entrance plus a plumbed area for small kitchen, etc.; there are two bedrooms; large office (possible bedroom); three piece custom bathroom plus sauna; the unfinished areas include a root cellar, mechanical room, security room and crawl space dry storage. All main rooms of the residence have beautiful marine and forested views.

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Property reference 3yd-RFGSIR-4000018800. Details provided and maintained by SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Greg Rowland. Countrylife.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of these details.