$750,000 Canadian Private oceanfront retreat on Stuart Island
This 17.5-acre property is situated on the west side of Stuart Island just below Big Bay. The property has extensive shoreline, which includes a protected deep water bay that offers total privacy and enjoys sunny southwest exposure. The views across the tidal waters of Yuculta Rapids are intriguing, the back drop to this is a 3000 foot cliff face on the east side of Sonora Island.
	The land has a diversified rugged topography and intriguing shoreline - typical for this part of the coast. Portions are heavily treed. There is also a small seasonal creek through the property that enters the ocean at the head of the bay. The zoning allows for one primary dwelling and an additional guest cabin plus utility and outbuildings.
The property has some unique improvements. At the of the head of the bay a bulkhead has been constructed where a standing pier leads out into the bay to an aluminium ramp down to a 50 foot dock.
	On the shore, in the east end of the bay is an old net loft extending out over the ocean that has been converted into living accommodations.
This is a 2-bedroom residence. The entire main level is living area that opens onto a full-length covered patio deck that extends over the ocean at high tide. Upstairs has two bedrooms and spare room. There is an addition to this building that includes a utility room and self-contained guest suite, plus two small outbuildings for a generator and storage on the property.
	Stuart Island properties and others within this immediate area are very desirable due to all the region has to offer and opportunities to acquire property on Stuart Island are rare.
Stuart Island and Big Bay has been a popular destination for decades amongst the yachting community, fisherman, wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. The area experiences some of the most phenomenal natural features which includes tremendous tidal waters, excellent sport fishing and quick access to some of B.C.'s most spectacular inlets as well as the Discovery Islands and everything they have to offer.
2005 Taxes: $4,025.67 Latitude: 50° 23' Longitude: 125° 08'