Sun-drenched West Coast living awaits just steps from Gabriola’s iconic Twin Beaches, offering effortless beach access without the oceanfront price tag. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features 1,562 sq ft on the main level, where vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and panoramic ocean views create a bright, airy coastal retreat. The open-concept living space is both inviting and functional, ideal for everyday living and entertaining.
Recent upgrades enhance comfort and peace of mind, including a modernized kitchen, heat pump with A/C, updated septic and water systems, woodstoves, and a brand-new deck designed for outdoor living and gatherings. The lower level adds valuable flexibility with a renovated family room and rec room, complete with private entry—perfect for guests, extended family, or potential income.
A standout feature is the 742 sq ft detached studio/workshop, offering endless possibilities for creative pursuits, a home-based business, or additional storage. The property is set on a private, landscaped and irrigated 0.38-acre lot, surrounded by natural beauty with ocean glimpses and a true sense of tranquility.
Ideally located just minutes from ferry access, moorage, village amenities, and school bus routes, this home balances peaceful island living with everyday convenience. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, this property delivers lifestyle, flexibility, and value in one exceptional package.
Address
255 Ricardo Rd
List Price
$799,900
Property Type
Residential
Type of Dwelling
Single Family Residence
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Islands
Sub-Area
Isl Gabriola Island
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Floor Area
1,562 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size
16552.8 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size (Acres)
0.38 Ac.
Year Built
1967
MLS® Number
1032992
Listing Brokerage
RE/MAX Anchor Realty (QU)
Basement Area
Finished, Full
Postal Code
V0R 1X1
Tax Amount
$4,528.00
Tax Year
2025
Features
Dining/Living Combo, Dishwasher, Dryer, Heat Pump, Insulated Windows, Laminate, Other Improvements, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Washer, Wood
Amenities
Balcony/Patio, Central Location, Easy Access, Fencing: Full, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Marina Nearby, Recreation Nearby, See Remarks, Walk on Waterfront, Workshop