A Bowen Island gem! This extensively renovated home in coveted Cates Hill blends West Coast charm with $475,000+ in thoughtful upgrades. Enjoy stunning Howe Sound & mountain views from one of Bowen's most walkable, sought-after neighbourhoods, just steps to Snug Cove Village, ferry, marina, school, parks, beaches, trails, shops & a school bus stop at your door. Inside, rich hardwood floors, a fully updated kitchen with S/S appliances, a 36" cooktop & a wrap-around deck invite relaxed island living. The luxurious new ensuite offers heated floors, rain shower & custom cabinetry. While the basement features an entertainment bar, activity areas & 4 piece bath w/ tons of storage. A Generac generator (20kW), fenced yard & level driveway w/ RV/boat parking complete this move-in-ready family home.
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 1201 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | Finished |
| Appliances Included | Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven, Range Top |
| Fireplace | 1 |
| Heating Type | Electric, Propane |
| Laundry | In Unit |
| # of Kitchens | 1 |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Tile |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Exterior Features | Garden, Balcony |
|---|---|
| View Description | HOWE SOUND & NORTH SHORE MTNS |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Structures | Residential Detached |
| Price | $1,922,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Bathrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Bathrooms | 1 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 3603 |
| Year Built | 2008 |
| Age Of Building | 18 |
| Building Type | Single Family Residence |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Stories | 2 |
| Building Name | Cates Hill |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Community Features | Shopping Nearby |
| Utility Type | Electricity Connected, Water Connected |
| Utility Sewer | Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Public |
| Parking Type | Open, RV Access/Parking, Guest, Front Access, Paver Block |
| Total Parking Spaces | 8 |
| Rental Suites | None |
| Lot Size | 16361.14 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| Lot Size Frontage | 20.12 |
| MLS® # | R3143634 |
| Area | Bowen Island |
| Neighbourhood | Bowen Island |
| City | Bowen Island |
| Postal Code | V0N 1G1 |
| Gross Taxes | $8,483.73 |
| Zoning | CD-2 |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Foyer | 8'0 x 8'0 ft |
| Main Level | Family Room | 10'8 x 10'8 ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 13'2 x 13'2 ft |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 13'6 x 13'6 ft |
| Main Level | Living Room | 15'4 x 15'4 ft |
| Above Level | Primary Bedroom | 13'1 x 13'1 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'0 x 13'0 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'0 x 13'0 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'0 x 13'0 ft |
| Basement Level | Den | 11'9 x 11'9 ft |
| Basement Level | Flex Room | 6'4 x 6'4 ft |
| Basement Level | Office | 9'0 x 9'0 ft |
| Basement Level | Flex Room | 14'10 x 14'10 ft |
| Basement Level | Living Room | 14'10 x 14'10 ft |
| Basement Level | Study | 12'6 x 12'6 ft |
| Basement Level | Patio | 21'0 x 21'0 ft |
| Floor | Ensuite | Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | No | #2 |
| Above Level | Yes | #4 |
| Above Level | No | #4 |
| Basement | No | #4 |
Listed by: Royal LePage Elite West
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947 Village Drive has a sell-speed score of 50/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is priced in line with comparable active properties in Bowen Island. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is may take several weeks to attract serious offers.
Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V0N 1G1, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).
Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.
Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.
Annual avg PM2.5 3.8 µg/m³ — meets WHO 2021 guideline (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver (~4.9 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.
Bowen Island currently sees ~1 days above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~6 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~29.7 °C baseline, ~32 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~4 projected.
Annual precipitation ~1515 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1575 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~50.5 mm baseline, ~57 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.
Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~22 days baseline, ~24 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.
| School | Type | Grades Served | Catchment Info | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Based on 2 comparable active Single Family Residences in Bowen Island, the average asking price is $1,834,500. This listing is priced 4.8% above the neighbourhood average.
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