About Nanaimo's Departure Bay

Sugarloaf Mountain in Nanaimo

One of the greatest delights of living in Nanaimo, are the views! I am awestruck regularly by the panoramic views I encounter, as I move around the city.

Today I took a small hike up Sugarloaf Mountain. When you reach the top of the mountain you have the option of viewing almost every part of the city as you rotate yourself around. From one angle you can view the lovely Departure Bay homes which dot the surrounding hills. From another you can look down the narrow inlet between Newcastle Island and the marine area of Nanaimo toward the downtown high rises. These views are all stunning! However, the view that impresses me the most is looking out the exit of Departure Bay at Gabriola Island and beyond.

If you want to get a feel for Nanaimo and only have a short time to do it in; I would recommend a hike up Sugarloaf Mountain. Don’t forget to bring your camera.

109-2562 Departure Bay Road

This home feels like a suite at a resort in Maui. A large ocean view condo in Departure Bay. There are amazing ocean views from the living room, dining room and both bedrooms. There is a laundry room and a storage room in the suite. The living room has a wood burning fireplace with mantel. The complex has a swimming pool. It's larger than your typical condo with 1294 square feet. Outside the unit is a wrap around patio. It's located on the left wing of the complex which maximizes both privacy and the great ocean vistas. There sunrises are breathtaking. Imagine the lazy weekends spent pool side! The building allows 1 cat.

Douglas Belcher
REMAX Nanaimo real estate

Renovated 6 bedroom home with 2 bedroom suite on .31 acre lot that backs on to greenspace.. Peek of ocean view in a great area "Beach Estates". Rent potential $2150 making it a great investment or a single family home on a large lot with a suite. Hardwood floors newer appliances, new roof in 2007, Double French doors in master and dining room lead out to decks in back. A small deck was created on the back of the garden shed to create a private deck area for lower tenant. The over sized master bedroom could be used as a large office or family room. If you want a home with a suite on a large lot in a good area this is a must see. 24 hours notice required rented up and down (short term rental up).

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Rockwood Heights Nanaimo - A Review

The architecture of Rockwood Heights in Nanaimo captures the beauty of nature and the surrounding land. These townhouses are nestled in the hilltop, just off Barrington Road, which is just off of Rock City Road, in Departure Bay.

I had the pleasure of touring these beautiful, new, townhouses today. There are currently three of 12Rockwood Heights townhouses built. The Rockwood Estates town homes are the first phase of a comprehensive, master-planned, 38 acre development by Hazelwood Holdings Ltd. of Nanaimo.

Chow Low Hammond Architects of Victoria have designed these homes in an environmentally responsible fashion while using the latest in high quality design and construction techniques.

I think it would be fair to say that they have been designed in such a way as to be totally unique to Nanaimo. The design has been engineered to the latest in seismic standards.

The square footage of these homes ranges between 1722 -1862 sq. feet. The townhouses are priced from $477,200. and Strata fees are $156.

Some of the features of these townhouses include:

Hardi-wall systems, natural stone cladding and fireplaces, forced air Hvac heat pump systems, on-demand hot water, low-E smart glass windows, custom milled Cambria Quartz countertops, Canadian made hardwood flooring, Kohler faucets & sinks, heated ensuite bathroom floors, a ThyssenKrupp personal elevator, ftth technology for high speed voice, data & video, a stainless steel appliance package & more.

I have to say that I was so impressed with this development. Happily, I will be doing some open houses at Rockwood Heights, and I invite you up for a look.

For additional information on these spectacular Rockwood Heights townhouses in Nanaimo, please give me a call.

109 - 2560 Departure Bay Road

This home feels like a suite at a resort in Maui. A large ocean view condo in Departure Bay. There are amazing ocean views from the living room, dining room and both bedrooms. There is a laundry room and a storage room in the suite. The living room has a wood burning fireplace with mantel. The complex has a swimming pool. It's larger than your typical condo with 1294 square feet. Outside the unit is a wrap around patio. It's located on the left wing of the complex which maximizes both privacy and the great ocean vistas. There sunrises are breathtaking. Imagine the lazy weekends spent pool side! The building allows 1 cat and dogs are currently being discussed. Just steps to the beach, don't miss out...call today.

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