Beautiful ocean view country estate nestled near the heart of Union Bay! This unique home boasts French colonial architecture and custom features throughout. From imported wrought iron railings and gates, to floor to ceiling coved windows & complementary lighting fixtures, every inch of the home has been thoughtfully built and curated. Entering the home through the covered front gallery, you’ll be wowed by the floating spiral staircase to the upper sitting room. The primary bedroom offers a spacious layout with large walk-in closet and 4pc ensuite with soaker tub & tiled shower with 3 different shower head features. The games room next to the primary bedroom has potential for a third bedroom if a wall was added. The living room boasts a wood burning fireplace with custom engraved cement hearth & wood hutch. The formal dining room has French doors out to the side patio and opens to the kitchen. If you like to entertain, the kitchen will certainly please with 2 wall ovens, a countertop range, 2 sinks & plenty of cupboard and counter space. The office nook has a door to the laundry room & door to the attached double garage. Doors from the office nook, kitchen & games room all lead to the back patio with remote control awning. Beyond the kitchen, there is a studio suite where you’ll find the second bedroom, a 3pc bathroom with large tiled shower & kitchenette. The 0.43 acre property is fully fenced & gated and immaculately landscaped with mature hedges around the entire perimeter providing ample privacy. There is a show stopper goldfish pond with waterfall feature, that runs under the front gallery/balcony & established ornamental shrubs and plants throughout the property including roses, hydrangeas, rhododendrons, Japanese maples, azaleas, camelias & wisteria. Located less than a 1/2km from the public beach access & 3kms from the hub of Union Bay, enjoy the serenity of rural living with the added convenience of shopping in Courtenay a 15 minute drive away! (id:60457)