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5185 Gainsberg Rd in Bowser: PQ Bowser/Deep Bay Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum) : MLS®# 996691

5185 Gainsberg Rd Bowser V0R 1G0 : PQ Bowser/Deep Bay

Main Photo: 5185 Gainsberg Rd in Bowser: PQ Bowser/Deep Bay Single Family Residence for sale (Parksville/Qualicum)  : MLS®# 996691
$1,450,000
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
996691
Status:
Active
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
1999
WALK ON WATERFRONT! Watch the eagles soar & the sea lions play from the deck of your own private oceanfront home. Pristine waterfront w/150 feet of walk-on beach on 1/2 acre w/creek. 2431 sq. ft. home w/open concept has timeless first-growth fir hardwood floors, kitchen w/large island, eating nook, 3 bdrms w/the master bedrm having a private deck looking out to the ocean, a luxurious ensuite w/large shower, separate West Coast cedar sauna & a 3rd level loft. It boasts 22 ft ceilings, floor to ceiling windows at front of home, hardi plank siding, new heat pump, 13 solar panels, wind turbine, 9 skylights, garage +4 parking spaces. Cozy wood stove in the living rm w/oversized windows that take advantage of this extraordinary waterfront location w/views of the beach, ocean & Chrome Island Lighthouse. There is a lovely gazebo & a bonus RV/storage building/workshop & RV/boat parking. Private laneway serves only 6 homes on this private beach. This picturesque setting has few rivals!
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1999 (Age: 26)
Living Area:
Switch units of measure2,431 sq. ft.
Listing General Location:
PQ Bowser/Deep Bay, Parksville/Qualicum
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
Switch units of measure0.52 acre(s)
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$4,199 / 2024
Building Features:
Basement
Construction:
Brick, Cement Fibre, Frame Wood, Insulation All, Insulation: Walls
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space, Not Full Height, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Fibreglass Shingle
Other Structures:
Gazebo, Greenhouse, Storage Shed
Floor finish:
Hardwood, Tile
Total Building Area:
Switch units of measure2,431 sq. ft.
Total Unfinished Area:
Switch units of measure0 sq. ft.
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
2
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
Switch units of measure518 sq. ft.
Living Area Main Floor:
Switch units of measure1,268 sq. ft.
Living Area Other Floor:
Switch units of measure300 sq. ft.
Living Area 2nd Floor:
Switch units of measure896 sq. ft.
Living Area 3rd Floor:
Switch units of measure194 sq. ft.
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Regional/Improvement District
Sewer:
Septic System
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Fireplace:
Yes
Dishwasher, F/S/W/D, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Filters
Ceiling Fan(s), Dining/Living Combo, Sauna, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wine Storage
Skylight(s), Vinyl Frames
Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Partial, Water Feature
Ocean
Ocean Front
Right off Gainsberg down private shared driveway to waterfront. Drive slow coming down hill. When going up do not spin tires as it creates washboard.
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Dimensions
Other
Main Floor
Kitchen
Switch units of measure18'7" x 12'7"
Main Floor
Living Room
Switch units of measure32'11" x 17'2"
Main Floor
Dining Room
Switch units of measure9'10" x 8'4"
Main Floor
Bedroom
Switch units of measure13'3" x 11'11"
2nd Floor
Bedroom
Switch units of measure12'5" x 11'11"
2nd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
Switch units of measure15'5" x 14'7"
3rd Floor
Loft
Switch units of measure16'5" x 9'11"
Lower Level
Rec Room
Switch units of measure32'4" x 16'1"
Other
Storage
Switch units of measure30' x 10'
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
3-Piece
2nd Floor
Yes
3
3-Piece
2nd Floor
Yes
4
4-Piece
Financing Notes:
3.5% of the first $100,000; 1.5% of the balance, if Physical Intro. Otherwise 25% of same.
Assessed:
1276000.0
Assessment year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
Alberni Rural (769)
Legal Description:
Lot E, Plan VIP21952, DL 27, Newcastle land District
Zoning:
RS2M
Accessibility:
Ground Level Main Floor
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
0
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
1
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Other Equipment:
Central Vacuum, Electric Garage Door Opener, Propane Tank, Sump Pump
Occupancy:
Owner
Property Condition:
Resale
Exposure / Faces:
Northeast
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Lot Site Features:
No Through Road, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Rural Setting, Sloped, Walk on Waterfront
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage:
Yes
Parking Features:
Additional Parking, Garage, RV Access/Parking
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Road Surface Type:
Unimproved
Date Listed:
May 26, 2025
Original Price:
1450000.0
Listed by RE/MAX Anchor Realty (QU)
Data was last updated June 18, 2025 at 10:05 AM (UTC)
NANCY BOLCH
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