Ocean views & direct beach access to Pipers Lagoon set the stage for this special Hammond Bay property. Privately tucked among beautifully landscaped grounds, this lovingly maintained & updated home offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by mature gardens & nature. The upper level features a generous living room, custom kitchen cabinetry w/ newer appliances, dining area, bright sunroom, 2 beds & 1.5 baths, w/ expansive windows framing serene ocean & garden views. Downstairs offers a spacious family room plus a 1-bed in-law suite w/ new kitchen & bathroom—ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. Outdoors, discover landscaped rock walls, winding pathways, a 99-ft greenhouse & mostly deer-resistant gardens filled w/ mature rhododendrons, a striking heritage lilac, jasmine, African daisies & dramatic daylilies. A truly unique in-town oasis combining privacy, natural beauty & effortless access to one of Nanaimo's most treasured waterfront parks.