Once-in-a-generation opportunity 8.9 AC family legacy estate with 1,000 ft of walk-on sandy beachfront. Set amid colourful gardens expansive lawns & breathtaking low-bank shoreline this remarkable property captures the romance of a bygone era while offering modern comforts. At the heart of the estate stands the original homestead meticulously renovated & expanded in the mid-80s. Rich in character & history the home features a fully refurbished original wood cookstove generous living spaces & a stunning wraparound covered veranda overlooking the shoreline & sunsets. Designed for generations to gather, this property is a place where family traditions endure. Harvest fresh seafood from your own beach, prepare memorable meals & share stories around long harvest tables as the sun sets over the water. Days are spent kayaking, boating, crabbing & exploring the shoreline, while evenings are filled with laughter & unforgettable sunsets. Perched at the water's edge the charming guesthouse enjoys privacy & panoramic waterviews. Outbuildings include a fully functional summer kitchen building, workshop, greenhouse, chicken house, sheep shed, drive shed & everything you need to live here full-time+ a pond & fenced pastures. Ideal for hobby farming, self-sufficient living, family gatherings & waterfront weddings. A concrete boat ramp provide exceptional boating options for access to the surrounding Gulf Island waters while Winter Cove Marina is just moments away. Adding to its rarity the estate encompasses lands on both sides of the waterfront creating an extraordinary connection to the shoreline & ocean beyond. Across the lane, a historic chapel occupies its own idyllic stretch of walk-on waterfront providing a magical setting for weddings celebrations & family occasions. This irreplaceable waterfront sanctuary is one of the Gulf Islands' most remarkable family compounds where generations can gather, celebrate milestones, explore the sea & create memories for decades to come. (id:24212)