Departure Bay Executive Home, Magical Park-like Yard, and Endless Views! Enjoy 180-degree views of Departure Bay, several islands, and the City of Nanaimo from this distinguished and spacious 5 Bed/3 Bath Exec Rancher on a beautiful .75 acre lot with lush ferns, towering trees, terraced gardens, three ponds, and stone pathways leading to secret nooks, crannies, and sitting areas! Extensively renovated to contemporary standards, multiple skylights, fabulous extras, amazing custom stone work, and an enchanting and totally-private yard in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood close to North Nanaimo shopping and amenities. From the wide foyer, bamboo flooring flows into an open concept Kitchen/Living/Dining Room. The Custom Kitchen features quartz CTs, high-end stainless appls, lots of cabinetry, and a beverage cooler. The adjacent Pantry/Laundry Room has a sink, a double drawer refrigerator, and extra cupboard space. From the Kitchen/Eating Area/Family Room, a door opens to a south-facing front yard with stone benches, sitting areas, and ever-changing views of Departure Bay, Newcastle and Gabriola Islands, BC Ferries and seaplanes coming-and-going, and ships setting sail from the Pacific Biological Station. At dusk you can gather around the firepit as the twinkling city lights bathe the landscape in an entrancing display of color and light! To the left of the foyer is a big Living Room with a wood FP and doors to a Den/Dining Room and an Office/Bedroom with wood FP (could be extra Bedroom). A hallway hosts an Oceanview Primary Bedroom Suite with a 3 pc ensuite, 3 other Bedrooms, and a 4 pc Main Bath. Completing the layout: a 3 pc Powder Room and a Mudroom/Lower Entrance. The enchanting grounds showcase beautiful established gardens, and the eye-catching stone work includes stone steps, rock walls, tiered gardens, and a flagstone patio with a waterfall. Easy access to parks, transit, schools, & North Nanaimo shopping. Visit our website for more information. (id:7526)