1340 Gabriola Dr

Bright and Beautiful Craig Bay 'Pender Model'. Wake up to a life of leisure in an upscale seaside community nestled along the sunny eastern shores of mid-Vancouver Island. Enjoy a refreshing morning stroll along charming pathways with footbridges and a pond, spend the afternoon at the Beach Club Rec Facility relaxing by the pool or enjoying a match of tennis, and walk a few blocks to the beach for a sunset stroll along the shoreline enjoying stunning views of the Georgia Strait, Gulf Islands, and the majestic mainland mountains. Just mins from downtown Parksville you'll find the seaside community of Craig Bay, home to this 3 Bed/3 Bath 'Pender Model' offering formal and casual living areas, an Office/Den, a skylight and OS windows, a balcony and a private SW-facing patio. All day-to-day living areas are on one level, while the fully-finished lower level provides additional living space or guest accommodations. The upper level hosts an open plan Living/Dining Room with a cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, and a nat gas fireplace, while a sliding glass door leads to a balcony overlooking Craig Bay with glimpses of distant islands. Adjacent, the open concept Kitchen/Family Room serves as the heart of the home. The Family Room features OS windows and a 2nd gas fireplace, while the skylighted Kitchen boasts abundant counter space/cabinetry and a pantry closet. A sliding glass door opens to a private patio and SW-facing backyard oasis, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The main level also features a Primary Bedroom Suite with a WI closet and luxurious 5-pc ensuite, a 2nd Bedroom, a 3-pc Main Bath, and laundry facilities. The lower level hosts a spacious Rec Room with a Kitchenette, an Office/Den, a 3rd Bedroom with cheater ensuite access to a 4-pc Bath, and a Storage Room. Craig Bay is perfectly located 5 mins from Downtown Parksville and within a 20-min drive of Qualicum Beach and Nanaimo. Visit our website for more pics, a floor plan, a 3D Tour & more.