1386 Gabriola Dr, Parksville, British Columbia

About This Property

Exquisite Craig Bay 'Winchelsea' Stand-Alone Home! Enjoy a fabulous life of luxury and leisure in this bright, spacious, and beautifully updated 1764 sqft 2 Bed/2 Bath detached ‘Winchelsea’ model in Oceanside’s premier seaside village of Craig Bay. With its unique Den/Sitting Room off the Primary Suite, this stylish home features a popular rancher-style layout, large windows and skylights for abundant natural light, elegant touches such as crown molding and arched doorways, superb guest accommodations, sun-soaked outdoor living spaces, and green space behind and beside the home that ensures privacy. You’re just steps from a pond and within a short stroll of the Strait of Georgia and a Rec Center with pool and tennis courts, with downtown Parksville only minutes away. An inviting covered porch offers shade on warm island afternoons, while a front door with transom opens to a tiled foyer. Hardwood flooring flows into a gracious open-concept Living/Dining Room with an airy 11-ft ceiling and west and south-facing picture windows that fill the space with natural light. Built-in cabinetry surrounds a natural gas fireplace, creating a warm focal point. The skylighted Kitchen features a functional layout, stainless appls (fridge and stove replaced in 2024), granite counters, maple cabinetry with undermount lighting and crown molding, plus a buffet with display cabinets. A bright nook and breakfast bar provide casual dining, or enjoy dinner al fresco on the large exposed aggregate patio with a roll-down awning, lattice arbor, and privacy hedging—overlooking green space, a pond, and a charming footbridge with sunny southern and western exposure. The Primary Suite offers a luxurious retreat with a Salon Parlor, two-sided fireplace, and patio access, plus a walk-in closet and skylit 4-pc ensuite. Also included: Laundry Room, Double Garage access, and a Second Bedroom with nearby 3-pc Bath—ideal for guests. For more info on this beautiful contemporary home, visit our website.