Sunshine Coast, Jervis Inlet, Site 18 St. Vincent Bay

With sweeping vistas across Jervis Inlet, St. Vincent Bay sits at the entrance to Jervis Inlet, located between Sechelt and Powell River on the southern coast of British Columbia. Renowned for warm, tranquil waters, dry summers and mild winters, the Sunshine Coast offers laid-back west coast living in close proximity to the major metropolis of Vancouver. 

Lot 18 St. Vincent Bay is a 5.2 acre well-protected, deep water oceanfront property, encompassing two coves, bluffs and forested areas. The property has been developed as an idyllic coastal retreat, with a main cabin, sleeping cabins, gazebos to bring living space to the outdoors, moorage, and numerous viewpoints along the oceanfront.

The St. Vincent Bay property is owned by a recreational community association, with 24 interests held in individual titles. The 24 properties line the oceanfront of St. Vincent Bay, with an additional 32 acres of shared inland common property. The association is well-governed by rules and regulations, holds annual meetings and addresses common property issues. The association also collects and pays the property taxes and any other common costs. The association was formed in the 1970s.

The majority of the oceanfront is smooth rock bluff, with shore access at the smaller cove which goes dry at low tide. A suspension bridge crosses the smaller cove opening up the peninsula of land between the two coves. The views look south across St. Vincent Bay and Jervis Inlet to Nelson Island.

This is a special property, curated and nurtured by the owner over 40+ years of ownership. The primary residential area includes a main residence with living space, kitchen and loft bedroom, a two story cabin with sleeping quarters on both levels and a bathroom, and a screened gazebo, all connected by a central wood deck. Slightly above the main cabin is a roofed gazebo, offering marvelous views.

From first view it is evident that the main cabin has been created as something unique. Featuring two copper clad pyramid roofs, the cabin offers living, dining and sleeping spaces. The living room has a vaulted cedar ceiling, large windows, a woodstove and built-in shelving. All the wood used in the finishing is from the property. The adjoining dining room and entryway leads to the kitchen which features Mexican tile flooring, glazed mahogany cabinetry and butcher block countertops. The sleeping loft is under the second vaulted ceiling and offers lots of windows, including 2 skylights, to allow natural light throughout the space and views across the property and out to the ocean. The spiral staircase up to the loft is an added unusual touch!

A great deal of care and detail has gone into the construction of all the structures on this property. The cabins are fully insulated with poured concrete foundations and they are built to professional standards using high quality products. These have been built to last.

Steps from the main residence is the two floor sleeping cabin. The main floor features a loft, wood stove, and a three piece bathroom (shower, sink and composting toilet). The lower level offers a bunk bed with a double bed on the bottom and single on top, as well as access to a separate workshop/storage room.

The planked deck which joins these cabins also features a plumbed in propane fire pit and barbecue, as well as a screened gazebo for outdoor dining.

Across the suspension bridge is a clear-roofed gazebo on the point of the small peninsula, offering amazing views and a protected seating area. Further back on the peninsula sits a small cabin. The cabin has a custom-built murphy bed and a small woodstove to allow use as a sleeping space, but it can also be used as storage. A well-appointed outhouse is situated behind the small cabin.

The buildings come furnished and with all sundry equipment and items, allowing one to start enjoying the property immediately. There is also potential for further development of the property, as the current owner had plans to build a bridge and another structure on the far side of the large cove.

This is an off-grid property and services include propane for heaters and appliances, and a 90 watt solar panel with four 6volt batteries. Domestic water is rain collection.

The Techstar Jetfloat system moorage consists of a 16x20ft dock with a 12x12ft extension. A 36ft ramp connects the extension to the pier and path leading to the main residence.  There is deep water along the majority of the 300ft+ frontage.

St. Vincent Bay is located in Jervis Inlet next to Hotham Sound and approximately 10 miles up the inlet from Malaspina Strait. It is in close proximity to both Saltery Bay which provides access to the northern Sunshine Coast and Powell River, and Egmont and Earle’s Cove on the Sechelt Inlet side with access to the southern Sunshine Coast. Both locations are within a relatively short 15-20 minute boat ride and both regions provide a variety of essential and convenient services.

As a point of interest for those commuting from the lower mainland, year round moorage is available at the Back Eddy Marina in Egmont.

Jervis Inlet is the principal inlet of the British Columbia Coast. It slices through the Coastal Mountain range, narrowly zigzagging over 80 km through stunning granite-walled cliffs and forested mountains. This inlet is the deepest of British Columbia’s inlets reaching depths of over 720 meters or 2,400 ft. and is located about 95 km northwest of Vancouver. Population is sparse on the shores of Jervis Inlet and there is no road access to the area. Industry includes small operations in aquaculture, commercial fishing and logging.