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Skiing & Snowboarding on Vancouver Island

January 18, 2022 by CapitalCityGroup

Vancouver Island is known for its temperate climate, beautiful forests and beaches and Canada’s sunniest coastal city, Victoria. What many people don’t realize is that on our Island are two incredible ski destinations. Mt Washington Alpine Resort and Mt Cain.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Mt Washington Alpine Resort located on the edge of Strathacona Provincial Park near Courtney / Comox on Vancouver Island receives some of the largest snowfalls in North America (over 11 metres annually on average) on its 82 trails. The resort is more than just a ski destination as it is open year round. In the Winter it is well known for Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing, Sledding, and Nordic activities of Cross Country, Snowshoeing and fat biking. In the Summer Months is is rapidly becoming more famous for epic mountain biking as well as hiking and ziplining. For more information on this beautiful resort visit their website.

Mount Cain

Mt Cain is run by the not-for-profit organization, Mount Cain Alpine Park Society. Known for it’s powder this incredible quaint ski resort consists of 21 runs that are accessed by 2 T-Bars and a beginners handle tow. Located on Northern Vancouver Island Mt Cain is only open on the weekends and Holidays and season beginning in December and ending in April is dependent on the natural snowfall which averages 1500 cm / 38 feet annually. For more information on this less commonly knows yet amazing ski destination visit their website.

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3 Beds 4 Baths 4,403 SqFt 0.340 Acres

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Welcome to 740 Mary Street, a 1903 character home lovingly owned and enjoyed by this family for over 20 years.  Charm exudes every room of this heritage designated beauty - It has even been featured in a movie!
Enter to a warm and traditional living room, office and dining room on the main floor.  A 4th bedroom (or bonus room) and bright west facing kitchen and large pantry with access to the south facing garden oasis.  Upstairs you will find a family friendly layout with 3 bedrooms including a master bedroom with 3 pc ensuite.  Warm wooden banister in entry foyer, picture windows, stained glass and hardwood floors.  Loads of storage space in the basement.  A 3960 square foot corner lot.  Only steps to Selkirk Waterway, Westside Village Shopping Centre, Catherine Street Market, beaches and easy walking distance to downtown.   A Victorian beauty in the heart of Vic West! *OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11TH 11AM-1PM** $1,190,000 Active

740 Mary St Victoria, British Columbia

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,836 SqFt 0.090 Acres

Welcome home to 1111 Catherine St. A beautifully restored and maintained  1907 Georgian up down duplex on a quiet Victoria West street. Two 1400 sq. ft. 2 bedroom suites with separate entrances and utilities . This fine  heritage designated home features many restored period details including  fireplaces , stain glass , wood floors  , period lighting , claw foot bathtubs . Set on a large 7000 sq. ft. garden lot with slate pathways , rock walls , pathways , fruit trees , underground sprinklers. Located a quiet street of other restored heritage homes . Enjoy walking to your local bakery , coffee shop , recreation center , and park. Easy access to the Gorge and Inner harbour for swimming , paddle boarding or kayaking and a quick commute by bike or car to downtown . Truly a special home ,  viewings by appointment only . $1,600,000 Active

1111 Catherine St Victoria, British Columbia

4 Beds 2 Baths 4,226 SqFt 0.170 Acres

This charming and immaculate home will steal your heart. From the moment you enter through the white pillars on the porch you will be impressed with the wonderful ambience of the home. Oak floors, coved ceilings, spacious rooms and a cozy wood burning fireplace. Private south facing backyard & fabulous gardens compliment the home. Downstairs you will discover a desirable legal basement suite with its own separate entrance, full kitchen, plenty of room and great ceiling height of 7'2. The home has had many updates including new kitchen appliances, new exterior paint, new gutters, new fence, electrical upgraded, kitchen updated in 2015 and an 11 year old roof and heat pump. Located in an area of fine homes along the Selkirk Waterway. Enjoy walking to your local bakery on the weekends, a short scenic bike ride to the inner harbor or launching your kayaks and paddleboards at the beach down the street. No matter the lifestyle, this exquisite home is sure to impress. $1,275,000 Active

723 Selkirk Ave Victoria, British Columbia

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,995 SqFt 0.140 Acres

Revenue property, or make it your own! Spacious home in a desirable area with 4 beds + Den and 4 FULL baths! First time on the Market! Newer build for the area (2003) with special features such as crown moldings and leaded glass windows! Upstairs is 3 bedrooms including a large primary bedroom with full ensuite, living/dining room combo and kitchen. Downstairs offers a large kitchen, dining area, living room, bedroom, finished garage (could be another bedroom or den) and 2 full baths. The private backyard offers lots of sun for the gardening enthusiast and the front yard has green space plus off-street parking. Buy as a revenue property, move in and rent one level, or live in as one large single family dwelling. The options are endless and the area speaks for itself. Just minutes to downtown Victoria and close to local merchants, parks and bus routes. Call today! $1,149,000 Active

612 Belton Ave Victoria, British Columbia

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,289 SqFt 0.090 Acres

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