3 British Columbia Coastal and Ranch Escapes from Nanaimo to Metchosin

Steps from the shoreline on Protection Island, this retreat is shaped by nature, community, and a slower coastal pace. Inside the main home, vaulted ceilings and an efficient layout keep the mood airy and easy, with seamless access to both covered and open outdoor spaces—made for long summer days and seaside evenings. An updated bathroom with heated floors brings a quiet note of comfort, and the seasonal outdoor shower is a welcome ritual after beach walks, swims, or kayaking. Backing directly onto parkland, the backyard enjoys a peaceful green outlook and exceptional privacy. Privately set apart, a separate studio or bunkie adds flexible space for guests, children, or creative pursuits, with room for bunk beds or extra sleeping. Life here unfolds naturally, at the island’s unhurried rhythm.

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Along the South Cariboo’s historic Gold Rush Trail, this gentleman’s ranch unfolds as an outdoor enthusiast’s retreat, surrounded by crown land, lakes, and streams. A tree-lined drive leads to the main Ranch House, where extensive equestrian facilities are framed by sweeping 270° views of Marble Mountain. The estate’s sense of privacy is amplified by four log and timber homes plus a rustic cabin, each offering comfort and timeless character. Among them: a restored pre–Gold Rush Roadhouse, a secluded Caretaker’s House tucked into a grove, and a post-and-beam Lakeview House with breathtaking vistas over Meadow Lake. Practical infrastructure is equally considered, with a commercial-grade shop, three barns designed for 20 horses, and full fencing. Days here can move easily between lake views, trail lore, and ranch-life rhythms.

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Beyond private gates above Weir’s Beach in Metchosin, this cherished custom-built waterfront residence opens to a quieter pace, with full access to a sandy beach and sweeping outlooks across the Strait of Juan De Fuca toward Victoria Harbour, Mt. Baker, and the Olympics. Inside, a luxurious gourmet kitchen anchors daily life, while a new wood stove and gas fireplace add warmth and ease through the seasons. Outdoors, landscaped rock and woodland gardens frame the setting, complemented by practical upgrades including new perimeter drains and a 20-foot oceanfront retaining wall. For flexibility, a guest suite or office with a full bathroom sits above the garage—ideal for work, visitors, or creative retreat. With the Galloping Goose at your doorstep and Devonian Park and Witty’s Lagoon nearby, the day naturally begins outdoors.

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