The most "untouched" Gulf Islands are those which aren't directly accessible from mainland BC. Access to "Gabe" is via vehicle ferry from downtown Nanaimo; the crossing takes about 25 minutes and the boat crosses every 1.25 hours or so.
Gabriola Island is a huge space with only about 4000 residents, though this number increases during the tourist season. There are some amazing oceanside parks and a great community vibe. There is also a LOT of land here, and a long history of working as a community.
Gabriola Island is about the size of Manhattan but with 0.3% of the population. It's warmer and dryer and has more gardening days per year than Vancouver does. It has 77 more frost-free days per year than Toronto! As you can imagine, this means GARDENS and farmers markets and tours of galleries and artisans' studios. There's also golf, and boating galore, and pubs near the water.
Generally speaking, you can't build multiple dwelling spaces on a single lot that is less than 2.0 hectares (4.94 acres). Similarly, 2 hectares is usually the smallest that a new lot (created by subdivision) may be. There are many residential lots on the island which are less than one acre, but those were likely created through density transfers and are grandfathered.
Single Family
1401 Westgyle Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #442847
The Best Of West Coast Living. This Exquisite Custom Designed Home Sits On 1 Acre Overlooking Silva Bay On Gabriola Island; Considered To Be Amongst The Finest Boating Destinations In The World And A Gateway To Cruising And Exploring The Idyllic Islands Of ...
Single Family
201 Daniel Way, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #449629
Dreaming Of West Coast Living... Waking Up To The Fresh Sea Air, The Waves Lapping Against The Shoreline, Spending Your Days Beach Combing Or Out On The Water Fishing, , An Evening Kayak Paddle Exploring The Near By Bays And Taking In The Vibrant Sunset Ski...
Single Family
2579 Islands View Drive, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #447124
Waterfront Home... On 1.49 Acres At The South End Of The Island. As Soon As You Enter This Home, You'll Notice That The Quality Of The Construction Sets It Apart. Post And Beam, Wood Floors, High Ceilings And A Grocery List Of Additional Features And Detail...
Single Family
967 Canso Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #448635
Waterfront Home & Cottage.... Rarely Does A 1 Year Old Home Come Up For Sale On Gabriola And A New Waterfront 3 Bed/4bath Home With A Guest Cottage Is Almost Unheard Of. The High-bank Waterfront Gives You Amazing Views Both Of Nanaimo And The Northern Gulf ...
Single Family
2390 Jolly Brothers Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #443085
Welcome To Your Ocean Front Paradise. This 5 Acre, 2 Bed, 2 Bath Panabode Style Home Is A Dream. Beautiful Great Room With Wood Stove, And Custom Kitchen With Sub Zero Appliances And Quality Finishings. All Doors And Windows Are Custom Built By German Craft...
Single Family
1420 Hess Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #450583
Vineyard- Home + Acreage & Workshop... Here Is A Rare And Unique Opportunity To Own And Enjoy A Professionally Set Up And Functioning Vineyard On Beautiful Gabriola Island. This Sunny And Open 5-acre Property, With Stunning Mountain Views And Spectacular Su...
Single Family
1989 Seymour Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #449957
Westcoast Contemporary Home On 2.50 Acres, Overlooking The Southern Gulf Islands. A Terrific 180 Degree View From This Open Concept Luxury Living At 1,420 Sq Ft. A Wood Burning Fireplace Heats This House Beautifully In The Winter Months, With Loads Of Windo...
Single Family
1150 Chappel Place, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #448542
This Custom, Ocean & Nanaimo View Westcoast Style Home With Timber Framing And Soaring Vaulted Ceilings. This Is A Unique Property Nestled Into The Hillside That You Simply Do Not Want To Miss. The Cabinets In The Kitchen And Dining Built Ins Are Solid Oak....
Single Family
639 Gallagher Way, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #450390
Contemporary Rancher, West Coast Craftsman - Designed. Step Inside For This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom 2,043 Sqft Single Story, Stair Free Living. Wood Accents, Rock Feature Archway, Unique Modern Aesthetics. Living Room, Dining Room, Large Kitchen Offer An Open...
Lots/Acreage
Lt 6 South Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #449051
Welcome To 21 Sprawling Acres Of Beautiful Untouched Land. Build Your Home At The End Of The Driveway, Atop A Grassy Knoll Overlooking A Varied Terrain Of Undisturbed Forest, And Exposed Rock Formations. Or Perhaps You Would Like Your Home Set Deeper Into T...
Single Family
667 South Road, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #449764
Centrally Located Close To Gabriola's Village Core, You'll Find This Spacious Well Insulated Home With 3-bay Garage And Large Studio Space, Of Approx. 36x22, Offers An Ideal Opportunity For A Home Based Business. The Spacious Carefully Constructed Home Feat...
Single Family
1640 Queequeg Turnabout, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #450487
Waterfront Property On A No Thru Road! This Home Is A Quaint 2 Bedroom Bungalow With A Bright Living Room And A Large Kitchen. Recently Renovated Under Permits With 29 Gauge (concealed Fastener) Metal Roofing, Thermal Windows, New Flooring, Plumbing And A 2...
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