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758 ARROWSMITH WAY MORNINGSTAR

#9-310 PYM - CHELSEA COURT

• Entertainer’s Delight at an Amazing Price • 2006 built Great Room concept with Gourmet Kitchen Visit www.johnmilroy.com for more info

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$419,900

$242,900

John Milroy

ESTATE SALE REDUCTION! • Exceptional value for almost 1500 sq. ft.

• Bright and clean in gated community • 5 appliances, fireplace • Immediate possession

Betsy/Fran

$749,000

Jill Tuggle

$225,000

New Parkswest Construction home in popular Maple Glen, open plan with 2 bedrooms and den. The kitchen has a pantry and open to the great room with cozy fireplace. 2-5-10 Home Warranty.

Louise Roy

$374,500

Jim/Margo Hoffman

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1411 sqft professionally renovated rancher New siding, roof, wiring, insulation & drywall New flooring, kitchen, bathroom and granite countertops New stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer & dryer

New Price $314,900

1277 PINTAIL DRIVE

388 BURNHAM ROAD • Spectacular 3680 sqft. on .32 acres • 6 beds, 4 baths, 2 guest suites • Tropical gardens, pool & spa • Ideal as a B&B or family home

• Eaglecrest estate on waterfront acreage • Ocean views from floor to ceiling windows • Ideal floor plan for entertaining • Pool, tennis court, beachfront pavilion

Louise Roy

$1,149,000

Aaron Nicklen

SOLD SOLD

356 HACKBERRY, PARKSVILLE 275 JENSEN W AVE. PARKSVILLE

2307 BONNINGTON DRIVE • 2543 sqft. home offers dramatic views • Private yard leading to nature trails • Open plan, exquisite detail • Master & den on the main floor

$799,000+HST

Great floor plan Eating area plus formal dining Walk-in shower in ensuite Short walk to Wembley Mall

203-134 5TH AVENUE

1690 STROULGER, NANOOSE • 1/2 acre with RV parking • Two bedroom two bathrooms • Plus bonus room, plus office • Beach access close by

$441,900

John Milroy

Walk to shopping, civic centre, and a short stroll to the beach. Retirement living at its best in this large 1400 sq ft home. Well maintained secured building with underground parking.

Betsy/Fran

$339,900

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644 JOHNSTONE ROAD

88 Bridgewater Lane

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Very desirable location, spotless 1186 sqft, 2 bed, 2 full bath Crawl, natural gas w/ fireplace Strata fee incl water/irrigation MLS 312181

$318,500

• 3 bedroom/2 bath 2280 sq ft home • Nicely updated, peek-a-boo ocean views • Features newer roof, security system, workshop • Conveniently located near beach, golf & marina

Call Tom Dodds $379,900

Sue Tompkins/John Barnum

1085 CINNAMON SEDGE WAY

301/302 - 177 WELD STREET

• magnificent 5200 sq. ft. family home on 2.64 acres.

5 bedrooms, 4 baths, separate 1 bedroom suite • modern design, wood floors, concrete finishes, steel beams • if you appreciate individuality, this home is for you

• uptown convenience, executive living, space galore • 2 bedroom or 2 bedroom and den design • 9’ ceilings, heat pump, wood floors, stainless appliances • garage, 2 balconies, elevator and ocean views, no HST

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kevin clayton $399,000/$439,000

$989,000

#121-730 BARCLAY CRESCENT S.

3883 MELROSE ROAD

MOVE INTO #5 FARRELL DRIVE

• 0.23 acre lot, community water • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Private yard, RV parking

• Quail’s Landing patio home • Excellent floor plan and finishes • Heat pump; oversized double garage

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$199,900

$359,000

$326,000

Ian Mackay

SOLD

171 FIRST AVE W, QUALICUM BEACH

2675 MATTHEW ROAD • 3500 sqft. log home, 4 beds, 4 baths • Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling • Great room, floor to ceiling fireplace • Private 5 acre treed lot

$539,000

Gary Neufeld

• Charming 2+ bdrm, 3 bath character home-bring your ideas!

• Located just steps fro the Village of Qualicum Beach • RV parking, low maintenance yard and lane access

Ian Mackay

$314,900

Its ready for occupancy Two bedrooms plus den Inline living, dining, kitchen Backing onto parkland, walk to uptown

Betsy/Fran

BRING THE KIDS + DOG!!

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3 bedroom townhome, master on main Wood burning fireplace Fenced, sunny yard #12-267 Corfield St, Parksville

Sue Tompkins $189,900

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BAY VIEW AT 2382 ANDOVER ROAD IN FAIRWINDS • Elegant 3 bed+den+bonus room+2 F.P’s • High ceilings, very bright and light, even in winter • Hardwood floors and beautiful granite countertops • 3 car garage and fully fenced yard

$789,000 E LU A TV

1702 BRENTWOOD STREET • 2bed/2bath with bonus loft den/office • Classy California shutters on all windows • Popular Texada model on quiet no-thru access • Lifestyle premiere at the Bay!

$429,000

Waterfront home Spectacular views, pebble beach 1247 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths 10 minutes to Qualicum Village

$399,900

Ian Mackay

• 1750sft home with 5 bedrooms • Separate in law suite • Huge detached workshop • Versatile 2.68 acres

$599,000

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Jill Tuggle

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898 LAKES BLVD, MORNINGSTAR • Stunning 1755 sqft, 2 bed, 2 bath patio home • Radiant heated hardwood & tile floors • Priced for quick sale

$329,900

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• 2 bed, one bath, laminate • All appliances included • 27-1050 Bowlby road

$19,900

Joanne Ferreiro

4851 OCEAN TRAIL • Oceanfront rancher on .59 of an acre • Mesmerizing ocean views • 2,050 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths • Open floor plan, many upgrades

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2890 OLYMPIC ROAD

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1247 MARINA WAY, BEACHCOMBER

75+ ACRES ONLY $695,000

3 bed, 2 bath Beachcomber Rancher Beach access right across street Fully Fenced backyard, great for kids, pets, gardening visit www.johnmilroy.com for more info.

Level acreage offered at $695,000 situated on high volume, excellent “Quadra Sands” aquifer. Soil type is said to be good for many crops including, berries, grapes etc. Call Mark Anderson 250-757-8444

$339,900

John Milroy

Mark Anderson

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• Detached 400 sq ft fully finished studio • Super private fully landscapzed back yard • Property backs onto Morningstar Creek 875 Fishermans Circle, French Creek

$369,000

• Completely updated kitchen, floors, bathroom and windows. Detached workshop • Fully fenced with plenty of RV parking 585 Forsyth Avenue, Parksville

$289,900

• 42 x 34 workshop with 12 foot ceilings and 200 amp service • Completely updated 2200 sq ft home with in-law suite • 2.65 acres in the heart of Qualicum Beach!

262 Fern Road East, Qualicum Beach

$719,900

• Significant Energy savings built into the home construction • State -of-the-art ecological design features utilized • “Power Smart” with a 2-5-10 warranty. Nothing compares!

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• 35.5 acre property • Great private acreage • 2 minutes to Downtown Qualicum Beach

Rupert Road, Qualicum Beach

$999,000

• On desirable Gaetjen Street in Parksville • Over 7160 square feet • No HST Ocean View Building Lot, Parksville

$199,900

• Elegant living in lovely patio home • Bright and open living areas

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• Maintenance free living #17-460 Schley Place, Qualicum Beach

$324,900

• Located on quiet street with good ocean views • Large paved RV parking area • One block to Eaglecrest Golf Course 886 Royal Dornoch Drive, Eaglecrest

$429,000

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• A few of the phrases you can expect to utter when you walk through the front door. • Absolutely nothing to do but move in and enjoy your gorgeous new surroundings. • 2100 sqft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. • Totally redone including an addition offering raised ceilings and tons of windows to let the sun shine in & overlooks a fantastic view of the golf course without the golf balls. • New kitchen with built in appliances, granite counter tops, walk in pantry & 2 islands is a dream come true for those who love to cook and entertain. • A short walk to one of the area’s premier walking beaches.

$538,800

629,000

2 Homes on Acreage!

447 Oakdowne, Qualicum North • Ten minutes from Qualicum Beach • Beautifully parked out 1.79 acres with 2 really nice homes • 3 bedroom rancher completely renovated • Charming log guest cottage complete with kitchen, bathroom & laundry room, cosy sleeping loft. • Fully ďŹ nished, heated workshop has plenty of natural light with an additional storage room and is wired for a generator.

$550,000

When driving to 5555 Golden St. The ďŹ rst thing you notice is the curb appeal at the end of a quiet street The landscaped drive and manicured ground is the back drop for the 3600 sq.ft. custom built 1995 Victorian home. It features 4 bedrooms 4 bathroom of spacious living over 3 oors with distinctive qualities. A 2400 sq. ft heated shop with its own facilities surrounded by nature’s scenery with Lugrin Creek on two sides of the 2.26 acreage. Close to city amenities and recreational hobbies such as golf and marinas.

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1695 Nahmint Road • 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed inlaw suite in basement with separate entrance, separate hydro meter, separate septic • 2.5 Acre Property • Detached 28’x 26’ work shop MLS # 317428

• 3.18 acre, Trout Pond • Established vineyard • Ocean & Mountain Views • 36’x36’ shop already built MLS # 308194

• 2053 sq. ft. • 3 bdrms, 2 bthrms • Mountain Views • 0.23 acre

1620 Farrah’s Way

529,900

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MLS # 326875

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912 sq. ft.

2 bdrms, 2 bthrms Fully fenced yard 0.47 acre

MLS # 327025

1798 Dunwurkin Way

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• 3164 sq. ft. • 2 bdrms, 3 bthrms • Separate Guest quarters • 0.85 acre • Ocean glimpses & mountain views MLS # 324667

1738 Martini Way

449,900

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1749 Abbey Road • 1030 Sq. ft. ,2 bdrms, 2 bthrms • Under construction, 2, 5 & 10 year New Home Warranty. 0.48 acre MLS # 324322

269,000

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#30-3920 ISLAND HWY

$24,900

#6-1733 WHIBLEY ROAD

$84,900

406B 181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

$86,000

LOT 41 FRONTIER DRIVE

$159,000

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• A place to call home or use as a getaway retreat.

• Clean mobile that is light & bright. 16’ x 7’ covered porch • All appliances included & is fully furnished. 16’ x 14’ wired workshop • 2 bedrooms, spacious living room, large laundry room, lots of storage • In the quietest area of the Qualicum MHP. What a great buy.

7-322 VILLAGE WAY

$159,900

• Family park, pet allowed with permission • 2 bedroom, good layout, bright with skylights • Large sundeck, shed for garden tools • Close to Coombs Market or Parksville

• OCEANVIEW, 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath suite on 4th floor • 1/4 ownership, 12 weeks of usage, enjoy yourself or place in rental pool • Full kitchen w/ granite counter tops, gas fireplace in main lvg area • Full services, Spa, Fine Dining, Pool, Hot Tub & Owners Lounge

• Lovely lot in peaceful residential area • 1/2 acre lot is cleared & easy to build on • Minutes to ocean & close to the marina • Affordable price, great value

1360 ERRINGTON ROAD

1851 MARTINI WAY

850 POPLAR WAY

$179,000

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• 930 sq. ft. condo • 2 bedroom, 1 bath, south facing balcony • Carport w/ secured storage area & power • Furniture package is included 417-650 BERWICK ROAD $222,000

• 2 bdrms & den, spacious kitchen, family room w/woodstove • New roof & all new vinyl windows • Updates: new tile in entry, kitchen, hall & pantry, laminate flr in living rm, water filter system w/UV light.

• Back door off the family rm takes you to 17’ x 20’ deck

• THE GARDENS one bdrm & bath 625 sq. ft. suite • Kitchen, lvgrm with cozy electric fireplace • Vibrant, retirement comm, maintain your independent lifestyle • Security features, social, recreational & wellness programs

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606-194 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

$324,900

• The Beach Club is a prestigious landmark & coveted address in

$329,900

• 4 bedroom 1900 sqft home has been exceptionally well built.

• Bright kitchen w/skylight, formal living rm w/gas fireplace, master bedroom on main floor • Upstairs boasts a large bonus rm/guest room with kitchenette, large bedroom • Beautiful bathroom with sep. shower, jetted soaker tub, heated tile floor & skylight.

• Double garage, private, fenced back yard w/many trees & raised garden beds

Parksville

• Revel in luxury & enjoy resort-style living year round • 9-ft ceilings, wood flooring, s/s appliances, granite counter tops, gas fireplace • Fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub, steam room & workout gym

874 FAIRWAYS DRIVE

$279,900

Enjoy the privacy & beauty of this meticulously kept, sun drenched home Large white kitchen w/pantry, bright eating area, 2 bedrooms & den Spacious living room with gas fireplace & custom mantle, storage shed Bathrm with soaker tub, engineered hardwood floors, heated crawl space • Artfully landscaped, fenced yard, lovely pergola and slate patio extension

1603 MARINE CIRCLE

$389,900

547 NOOTKA ROAD

$212,900

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1723 KAREN’S COURT

$199,900

$394,900

• Open floor plan home on .55 of an acre • Living room w/ fireplace, vaulted ceiling in lvng rm & kitchen • South facing veranda & a large deck w/ mountain view • Bonus bldg for artist’s studio, workshop, in-law suite, etc.

LOT 375 SOUTH LAKE ROAD

$289,000

• 2 bed, 540 sq. ft., furnished home on Horne Lake • Panoramic view overlooking the lake • 11000 sq. ft. gentle sloping lot, 62 ft. of lake frontage • Sleeps 5 people comfortably, separate RV hookup

756 NEWCASTLE AVENUE

$345,000

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1815 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, split level home Bright kitchen with eating area, a spacious family room, A large formal living room with wood insert, formal dining room, Ideally located on a quiet street on a large, private, mature landscaped lot • South facing fenced backyard, within easy walking distance to schools

1121 PINTAIL DRIVE

$438,888

• Spacious home nestled on a very private .46 acre treed lot • 2 bedrooms & a den or 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, large front deck • Spacious lvg rm w/woodstove, large eating area, kitchen with island • 10 year old roof, newer kitchen and some newer flooring • Large hedges & picturesque Whiskey Creek running through the backyard

1726 SETTLER ROAD

$319,900

• Enjoy peaceful tranquility, nature & privacy of this sun drenched rancher on 2.5 acres • 3 bedrooms, large bright kitchen, spacious eating area & living room with cozy fireplace • The sliding door off the living room takes outside to the patio & very private back yard • There is even an 8’ x 15’ covered deck, a large greenhouse & a garden shed • Located in a cul de sac. Perfect blend of comfortable living, great location & affordable price

4544 MAPLE GUARD DRIVE

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$359,900

Completely renovated chalet style, 3 bedroom home on a quiet, private, treed lot.

1241 sq. ft. home has been lovingly updated w/new kitchen & bathrooms.

New hardwood flooring in the lvg room, kitchen, dining area & bdrm.

This home sits on a large 1/2 acre lot where the garden has been done organically.

Lots of RV & boat parking. Across from the ocean, only a short walk to the waterfront.

756 LANCASTER PLACE

$449,000

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• Bright cozy rancher w/upper bonus room located on Eaglecrest Golf Course. Could include Eaglecrest Club Membership & cart.

• 2061 sq. ft, 3 large bdrms, formal living & dining room, family room • Master bdrm with bay window, ensuite with soaker tub & sep. shower • Door off the family room takes you outside to south facing covered patio • Lots of room for RV or boat parking. Close to sandy swimming beach

564 HAZELWOOD PLACE

$474,900

• Family perfect 2140 sq.ft two storey home on a very private .29 acre lot • It features 3 bedrooms, a den, large dining room and 2 1/2 bathrooms • Large kitchen, family room with wood stove, formal lvg room w/rock fireplace • New hardwood flooring in lvg room, family room, & kitchen, vinyl windows & roof • Located in on a park like, mature, landscaped lot with lots of RV/boat parking

896 FAIRWAYS DRIVE

$489,000

• Eaglecrest, 1993 sq. ft. 2 storey-main level entry home • Master bdrm on the main level w/ soaker tub & separate shower • Open floor plan, 3 bedroom & 3 bath, bright kitchen • Formal dining w/vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace in lvngrm • Private, fully fenced back & side yards

619 BANKS AVENUE

$495,900

• Immaculate Windward home w/new roof, recently repainted inside & out • New high efficiency natural gas furnace, pot lamps, 4’ crawl, BI vacuum, • Kitchen w/white cabinets, new st/st fridge, new washer & dryer, tile floors • Family room w/gas FP, vaulted ceiling, skylight, bedroom with walnut floors • Living & dining room with 3/4” beech floors, tiled entry w/skylight • Private, fenced back yard w/pebbled aggregate patio, shed & n/g BBQ outlet • Located in a quiet cul-de-sac with an easy care yard, no grass anywhere

283 CRESCENT ROAD WEST

$525,000

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• Well designed rancher on crawl in the Evergreens subdivision • Bright kitchen w/island & pantry, formal dining rm w/cathedral window • Living rm with 10 ft ceiling & crown molding, 3 bedrms, 2 1/2 baths • French doors off living rm takes you outside to private covered patio • So many updates through out this lovely home

• Immaculate 3200 sq ft 2 storey 3 bdrm home • Bright kitchen, formal dining & living room • Double garage w/220 power, heat pump, security system • Huge deck overlooking Eaglecrest Golf Course • Bonus-lower one bdrm suite with laundry hookup

• Immaculate 5 bdrm, 3 bath home, ensuite w/soaker tub & shower • Bright kitchen with island & family room with gas fireplace • Lovely open living room with high ceilings & gas fireplace • Large private backyard with mature landscaping & 12 x 15 shed

• Enjoy sunsets & a view of the ocean, Lasqueti & Texada Islands • Charming, 1860 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher on crawl • Within easy walk to golf course, beach & downtown Qualicum • “great room” style living & family room overlooking fenced yard • RV parking, detached garage/workshop & a generous 72x145 lot

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