936 Arbutus Ave

SOUTH-FACING MAPLE BAY OCEANFRONT! Perched above the sparkling waters of Maple Bay, this beautifully updated oceanfront home on 1/4 acre captures stunning ocean views and enjoys coveted southern exposure in one of Vancouver Island's most sought-after waterfront communities. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated throughout, it offers the perfect blend of comfort, lifestyle, and West Coast living. The welcoming main level is designed for easy everyday living, featuring a bright kitchen, dining area, spacious living room, bedroom, full bathroom, laundry, and convenient garage access. Expansive windows showcase the ever-changing ocean views, while sliding doors lead to an incredible oceanfront deck - the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, watch boats on the bay, or entertain family and friends. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom enjoys beautiful ocean views and is complemented by a second bedroom, a den or home office, and another full bathroom, providing flexibility for family, guests, or remote work. The walk-out lower level offers a generous family or recreation room, abundant storage, and convenient outdoor access to the yard. Recent updates include a heat pump, updated flooring, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, newer appliances, and a professionally constructed retaining wall with new fencing, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy. Located in the heart of Maple Bay, you're just a short walk to the Lion Rampant Scottish Pub, Timber & Tides General Store, the government dock, Maple Bay Beach, the Maple Bay Rowing Club and boat launch, and the hiking and biking trails of Maple Mountain. Very close proximity to the Maple Bay Marina with float plane service to/from Vancouver & Salt Spring Island, and the Maple Bay Yacht Club. Only 10 minute drive to Duncan and approximately one hour to both Victoria and Nanaimo, this is a rare opportunity to own an updated oceanfront home in one of Vancouver Island's most desirable seaside communities. (id:67648)