Rare Waterfront Home on Cathers Lake, Nanaimo

For more details or to contact the seller directly, please look up Listing ID 467698 at ForSaleByOwner.ca.   This bright 3117 sq foot luxury waterfront home is a nature loverâs dream! Paddle from your private dock on the tranquil non-motorized lake. View natural wildlife and exquisite lake views from almost every room in this home with plenty of windows. This level entry home with walkout basement seamlessly leads to the spacious yard where you can also enjoy a hot tub with a fire as you unwind with the picturesque backdrop of the lake. Gardeners will enjoy getting their hands dirty in the raised garden beds in the fully fenced back yard with outdoor shed. Enjoy the taste of grapes, plums, blackberries, and raspberries that flourish. Unwind to the relaxing sounds of the pond from the front deck where you can enjoy the afternoon sun. Sip your morning coffee and listen to the symphony of birds while watching turtles bask from the partially covered upper deck, fully covered lower patio or the dock deck â all with spectacular views of the lake.   This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home boasts unique architecture with curved walls that set this home apart from the others in this quiet friendly neighborhood. An open concept living room, eating area and kitchen overlook the lake with lots of natural light and breathtaking views. The home chef will appreciate the updated kitchen that boasts new countertops, new sink and fixtures, garborator, new light fixtures, and newer high end appliances that include a Dacor double wall oven, island gas-cooktop and range hood, deluxe fridge and quiet Bosch dishwasher. The quiet Master bedroom has a walk in closet and 3 pc ensuite with views of the lake. The afternoon sun fills the den/dining room with views of lush grapevines at the front of the home. Downstairs includes a wet bar and pre-wired sound insulated theater room, 2 spacious bedrooms and 4 pc bath. Other features include a spacious bright laundry room with deluxe washer and gas dryer; and a storage room with gas furnace and newer hot water tank. Gas fireplaces up and down. Custom window coverings. Central vac. The 1.5 car garage provides plenty of storage space and comes with a new garage door opener and lighting. 2 yr warranty for roof demossing.This rare gem has received extensive updates and upgrades with modern finishes, inside and out.   Located near the end of a non-thorough road beside Cathers Lake Park, this home is steps away from the Nanaimo Christian School; 8 minutes from downtown Nanaimo; 4 minutes from Westwood Lake; 6 minutes from the Nanaimo Ice Centre, NDSS, the Aquatic Centre and Vancouver Island University. This convenient location gives you easy access to the highway, ferries, airport and all Nanaimo has to offer.