This is an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a private 48-acre legacy property, set on a one of a kind peninsula w/ over 5,000 ft. of Quennell Lake shoreline on Vancouver Island. This remarkable property delivers the feeling of your own private island, with a rare blend of accessibility & seclusion. Wildlife and birds flourish here providing incredible viewing opportunities. This is one of Canada’s top bass fishing lakes, also home to an abundance of trout. Water recreation is almost unlimited. The lake setting provides an exceptional backdrop for family gatherings, & unforgettable time spent outdoors. Uniquely positioned within the Nanaimo aerodrome, you can fly your seaplane almost directly to your door, approximately 20 minutes from Vancouver, while still enjoying convenient drive-in access as well as close proximity to the Nanaimo airport, the ferry & amenities. The spacious & bright 3,600 sq ft main residence features 3 beds & 3 baths. It is thoughtfully positioned to capture sweeping lake & landscape views & incredible sunsets through the plentiful picture windows and from the covered deck, providing year-round enjoyment. The downstairs area has suite and Airbnb potential. A separate 972 sq ft 2-bed, 2-bath cottage offers ideal accommodations for guests, extended family, a caretaker or additional income. There is also a workshop. For the discerning equestrian, the property is exceptionally well appointed with a 110’ x 72’ covered riding arena, five-stall barn, w/ a heated tack room w/hot & cold water, hay loft, multiple paddocks & plenty of pasture areas providing freedom & forage. Farm status is in place, with a history of cattle & hay production. The estate includes a separately titled 5-acre parcel with potential to subdivide further. The property has split zoning allowing for a wide variety of uses & events; such as a home based business, farming, agritourism, hosting events & more. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence. GST applicable.
Address
2551 Braun Rd
List Price
$3,490,000
Property Type
Residential
Type of Dwelling
Single Family Residence
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Nanaimo
Sub-Area
Na Cedar
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Floor Area
4,630 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size
2103076 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size (Acres)
48.28 Ac.
Year Built
1990
MLS® Number
1024382
Listing Brokerage
Royal LePage Island Living (QU)
Basement Area
Crawl Space
Postal Code
V9X 1W5
Tax Amount
$2,992.00
Tax Year
2025
Features
Bar, Baseboard, Breakfast Nook, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet Organizer, Dining Room, Dining/Living Combo, Electric, Electric Garage Door Opener, French Doors, Garden Window(s), Hardwood, Heat Pump, Insulated Windows, Mixed, Skylight(s), Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Frames, Window Coverings, Wood, Workshop
Amenities
Acreage, Balcony/Deck, Balcony/Patio, Barn(s), Fencing: Partial, Guest Accommodations, In Wooded Area, Low Maintenance Yard, Park Setting, Pasture, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Rural Setting, See Remarks, See Remarks, Shopping Nearby, Southern Exposure, Sprinkler System, Storage Shed, Walk on Waterfront, Workshop