Nestled on Nanaimo's famous backdrop, Mt. Benson is a well known landmark and outdoor recreation playground for hiking, biking, horseback riding, atv, snowmobiling and climbing. With only steps away to all of the above activities, you can also take a leisurely walk through the forested trails that lead you to one of the City's most spectacular places to visit, Ammonite Water Falls, enjoy the breathtaking views or cool off in the refreshing waters of the plunge pool. This one of a kind property has over 2.7 acres of flat and useable acreage with plenty of room to play. The exterior of the home has solid polished concrete posts and retaining walls that encompass the meticulous hand crafted covered wrap around deck featuring the finest red cedar decking and railings with grand post and beam work reminiscent of craftsman style architecture. The interior has over 6900 square feet of living space with 10 ft ceilings, Italian marble, Canadian oak hardwood flooring, marble fireplace and Schonbek chandeliers. Bathe in the utmost relaxation in your bathrooms featuring top of the line jetted tubs with chromotherapy, walk in showers with body sprays and heated stone floors. A spacious bright kitchen that has everything a chef needs to cook and entertain. Enjoy the walk out basement that offers a gym, billiards room, games room and theatre. Resort style living with endless activities and all year round adventure! If you are searching for the West Coast living experience, look no further.