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EaglesnestSidney is the entire upper level (1500 sq ft) plus large downstairs entrance foyer/office area of this waterfront house. There is a large open living room with gas fireplace, TV stereo, sun room, three outdoor patios, two bedrooms (master queen) a2nd (double + twin), two bathrooms. A third bedroom has been set up as media room with a queen sofa bed and 55 inch TV, Stereo etc. (kids and parents love this TV room down the hall from the living room)

EaglesnestSidney is directly on the sandy pebble beach with calm and low bank walk on-access. There is an expansive tidal flat that attracts herons, eagles and seabirds while providing clamming and crabbing opportunities as well as ideal kayak launching. Stunning views of the ocean and snow capped Mount Baker bring the outdoors into the sun room, dining room, kitchen and living room

The house is equipped to make you feel at home, including libraries of good books, music, videos as well as board games. For those comfortable on the water, two sit-on-top kayaks are available to explore the sheltered bay. Binoculars and telescope are provided those enjoying morning coffee in the sun room overlooking the bay or for gazing at the night skies.

A spacious open plan kitchen with attached barbecue deck allows for shared culinary productions. Sit down dining area seating for 6 at the dining room table with plate and cutlery settings for your day visitors.

There are all the usual appliances, large and small for the gourmet cook. All major Kitchen Appliances new in 2020. The Laundry Room downstairs has large capacity Samsung appliances. (laundry room and carport are shared with owners suite downstairs.)

This special vacation home is intended for couples and families who enjoy a spectacular waterfront environment while also providing walkable access to the activities and facilities of the town of 'Sidney-by-the-Sea.'

Accommodation overview:

Two principal bedrooms with a third large bedroom now dedicated to be a media/TV room with 55 inch TV, stereo equipment and a comfddortable queen sofa bed.

The master bedroom has queen bed with en-suite toilet/sink and large walk-in closet.

The second bedroom has two beds, one double/full size one single/twin

The large entrance lobby downstairs has a roll top desk with printer and 27 inch monitor for remote work.

There are generally 8+ sets of everything from bedding to cutlery on the assumption of a maximum occupancy of 8. The house will be best enjoyed by couples or a couple with two children. It is always possible to entertain of course.

There is one side of the double carport available for guest use and driveway parking for two guest cars.

Living areas:
A large open plan dining and living room looks out onto the water with large sofas (one is another queen sofa bed). A large dining room table, 46 inch TV, surround DVD and stereo with HDMI connections for your streaming gadgets... and a gas fireplace for seasonal use.

A favourite place in the house is the bright and airy sun room that opens onto the outside patio decks. A wonderful place for a morning coffee or lazy afternoon book or perhaps enjoying the wildlife through the high powered binoculars and telescopes provided.

Access and Travel Connections:

The house is located on Roberts Bay Bird Sanctuary which is about 1.4 Km from Sidney Town (20 minute walk) and 5 minute walk along tree lined All Bay Road to several marinas, the upmarket Seaglass bistro, corner store, massage clinic and various marine chandlers.

There are many nearby country lanes and forest trails for hikes or bikes over to Patricia Bay area.

There is lots to do in Sidney town and the surrounding Saanich Peninsula. One of the favourites is whale watching. (You may occasionally see Orca pods passing by Roberts Bay.)

There is also the Shaw Ocean Discovery Center, Butchart Gardens, Muse Winery, Panorama Recreation Center and so many more..... the Town of Sidney website has many useful links.

BC Ferries connecting to Vancouver or Seattle land at Swartz Bay 5 km away, other connections include Victoria Airport (4km) and various Seattle bound passenger and vehicle ferries as well as float planes out of Victoria Harbour (25 km)and also Kenmore air float planes into Victoria Airport to Seattle Paine Field (4km)

Bus services to Victoria Downtown, express route or scenic route or in the other direction to BC Ferries Swartz Bay 10 minutes (hence onwards to Vancouver Airport or Downtown Vancouver (3 hrs total) stop at the cornere nearby every 30min. Fare is $2.75

The house ground level includes the owners one bedroom suite which is separate except for shared use of the laundry and carport.

Longstays:
We enjoy having long stays and many visitors return year after year for monthly rates that are discounted. For a longer stay contact us for details

Pets are only by special arrangement and must be non allergenic shedding and non geriatric... An end of stay deep clean is required after a pet stay. Smoking is Strictly Not Permitted on the property.