1278 the Strand Rd, Gabriola Island (Vancouver Island)

$1,250,000 |   MLS® Number  1023438

House for sale in Gabriola Island (Vancouver Island), Gabriola Island (Vancouver Island), 1278 the Strand Rd, 1023438 | Realtylink.org

House for sale, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Style
Rancher
Year Built
1994
Floor Area
3,351 sqft
Lot Size
21,344 sqft
Gross Property Tax
$5,946 /year
Zoning
SRR
Amenities
Storage, Ground Level Main Floor, Balcony/Patio, Fenced, Garden, Low Maintenance Yard, Greenhouse, Storage Shed, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
View
Mountain(s), Ocean
Additional Features
Easy Access, Private, Recreation Nearby, Rural Setting

Wake up to ever-changing ocean and coastal mountain views from this thoughtfully designed 2,455 sq ft waterfront rancher on Gabriola Island. Offering true one-level living, the home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, plus a den and hobby room—ideal for guests, home office space, or island projects. A gated entry opens to the level 0.49-acre property with circular drive, mature landscaping, established garden areas, and an 896 sq ft double garage with plenty of room for vehicles, tools, and storage. Inside, vaulted ceilings, Norse log accents, hardwood floors, a woodstove insert, and heat pump create a warm, west-coast feel year-round. Large windows and sliding doors connect the living spaces to expansive, partly covered decks—perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, and taking in sunrise and lighthouse views. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and ensuite, while two additional bedrooms and flexible bonus rooms provide excellent space for family or visiting friends. Outdoors, the fully fenced yard offers raised garden beds, a potting shed, storage building, and beautiful plantings including wisteria, bougainvillea, and a cherry tree. Recent improvements include septic upgrades, new gutters with leaf guards, and a dependable water system with well, UV filtration, and cisterns. A complete information package is available.