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 Detached
1905 Martin Rd, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #838307
Breathtaking. Life Changing. Paradisiac. Sitting Within The Picturesque Degnen Bay You'll Find This Stunning 2.2 Acres Of South Western Facing Waterfront Property. For The Boating Enthusiast, The Protected Moorage Offers Over 90 Foot Private Dock Complete W...
Single Family Detached
212 Daniel Way, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #834922
This Impressive And Private Executive 3 Bedroom & 3 Bath Home On Gabriola Island Sits On A Secluded Acreage, And Overlooks Gabriola's Gorgeous Coastline All The Way To Mount Baker, With Views Over Beautiful Sandwell Park. Architecturally Built By Jay Friess...
Single Family Detached
2579 Islands View Dr, Gabriolaisland, BC
MLS® #844873
Waterfront Home...on 1.49 Acres At The South End Of The Island. As Soon As You Enter This Home You Will Notice That Quality Of Construction Sets It Apart. Post & Beam, Wood Floors, High Ceilings And A Grocery List Of Additional Features And Details That Ins...
Single Family Detached
174 Decourcy Dr, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #839125
Beautiful Sandstone Shores And Gorgeous Sunsets Are Just Outside The Door Of This Spacious Walk-on Waterfront Home In The Twin Beach/gabriola Sands Peninsula On Gabriola.enjoy Exploring The Tidal Pools, Launching Your Kayak Or Paddleboard, Or An Evening Str...
Single Family Detached
733 Berry Point Rd, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #841524
Welcome To This Stunning, Very Tidy, Newer Ocean View Home Featuring 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, And 2 Powder Rooms, Attached Double Garage, Solar Panels, And A Low Maintenance Lot. The Open Living Concept Upstairs Ensures The Home Is Filled With Natural ...
Single Family Detached
1492 Broadview Rd, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #843669
The Views, Deck And Access From This Waterfront Home Are Amazing! This 1651 Sq Ft, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Rancher Has A Metal Roof, Wood Siding And A Fabulous 886 Sq Ft Deck That Overlooks The Salish Sea, Coastal Mountains, And The Lighthouse At Entrance Isl...
Single Family Detached
2878 Rowan Way, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #842351
A Rare Opportunity To Enjoy The Best Waterfront Living Has To Offer! Situated Towards The End Of A Quiet Country Road You'll Find This Rare Seaside Home In An Exceptional Location. The Beach House Was Carefully Situated To Enjoy The South Facing Ocean Views...
Single Family Detached
270 Decourcy Dr, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #837195
Walk -on Waterfront.... A Stunning Property With A Rare And Welcome Sandy Swimming Beach Directly In Front. Walk Down The Few Steps Carved Out Of The Rock And You Are On This Amazing Sandstone & Sand Beach With Views Up The Channel And Across The Strait. Th...
Single Family Detached
2689 Islands View Dr, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #840126
Waterfront - Quintessential West Coast Panabode - Log Home. Welcome To Gabriola. Expansive Open Concept From The Time You Step Through The Front Door. Main Level Features Newer Kitchen Stainless Kitchen Appliances, Large Living And Dining Room Overlooking S...
Manufactured Home
945 Horseshoe Rd, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #842595
Hobby Farm...this 10 Acre Property Is Located Up Against A Hill, Has Southern Exposure & Lots Of Water - The Perfect Combination. The Forward 4 Acres Is Cleared & In Grass & The Back 6 Acres Are Treed W/walkways & Trails Throughout. At The Back Of The Prope...
Single Family Detached
400 North Rd, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #843823
2 Acres Of Private Paradise Awaits You At This Beautiful Property. As You Make Your Way Up The Long Private Treed Driveway The Property Opens To A Large Bright Beautiful House And Detached Shop. The Huge Shop Is 35x19 Perfect For Your Toys Or Hobbies And Is...
Single Family Detached
2511 Spring Beach Dr, Gabriola Island, BC
MLS® #840882
The Location Is Amazing ! South Facing Waterfront Home Located On Spring Beach In The South End Of Gabriola Island. This Property Has It's Own Access To The Swimming Beach Below And Views Over The Outer Islands, With The Vancouver Island Mountains In The Di...
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