This exceptional 1.45 acre estate represents a unique opportunity in Bowen’s market. One back from waterfront, with manicured gardens that guard the driveway as it welcomes you upon entry and leads you to the main home. This marvel features an exquisite living room with stunning curved beams and a high, vaulted ceiling, as well as four bedrooms, home theatre, covered/heated outdoor dining, a chef’s kitchen, and a spectacular south-facing view across the Salish Sea. An additional 543 sf office/conference room/studio sits above one of the double garages, and a two bedroom, 865 sf guest suite rests above another. Designed to be as self-sufficient as possible – includes generator, irrigation well, and cisterns. Within quick and easy walking distance of Alder Cove – Bowen’s secret sandy beach.
| Basement Finished Area (sqft) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Basement Features | Crawl Space, Partial |
| Appliances Included | Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove |
| Fireplace | 2 |
| Heating Type | Propane, Radiant |
| # of Kitchens | 1 |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| View Description | South facing Salish Sea |
|---|---|
| Roof | Metal |
| Structures | Residential Detached |
| Price | $4,250,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Bathrooms | 5 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Bathrooms | 2 |
| Floor Area Total (sqft) | 5725 |
| Year Built | 2008 |
| Age Of Building | 18 |
| Building Type | Single Family Residence |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Architecture Style | Carriage/Coach House |
| Stories | 3 |
| Ownership Type | Freehold NonStrata |
| Utility Type | Electricity Connected, Water Connected |
| Utility Sewer | Community, Sanitary Sewer |
| Water (WaterSource) | Community |
| Parking Type | Garage Double, Open, RV Access/Parking |
| Total Parking Spaces | 8 |
| Lot Size | 1.45 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Depth | Feet |
| MLS® # | R3135646 |
| Area | Bowen Island |
| Neighbourhood | Bowen Island |
| City | Bowen Island |
| Postal Code | V0N 1G2 |
| Gross Taxes | $14,312.96 |
| Zoning | CD6 |
| Floor | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Foyer | 13'1 x 13'1 ft |
| Main Level | Living Room | 24'11 x 24'11 ft |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 14'9 x 14'9 ft |
| Main Level | Eating Area | 22'2 x 22'2 ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 17'7 x 17'7 ft |
| Main Level | Den | 16' x 16' ft |
| Main Level | Office | 10'3 x 10'3 ft |
| Main Level | Pantry | 5'5 x 5'5 ft |
| Main Level | Laundry | 10'7 x 10'7 ft |
| Above Level | Primary Bedroom | 24'10 x 24'10 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 13'11 x 13'11 ft |
| Above Level | Bedroom | 16'1 x 16'1 ft |
| Below | Bedroom | 15'1 x 15'1 ft |
| Below | Recreation Room | 25'9 x 25'9 ft |
| Below | Gym | 13' x 13' ft |
| Below | Media Room | 17'7 x 17'7 ft |
| Below | Wine Room | 6'10 x 6'10 ft |
| Below | Utility | 11'4 x 11'4 ft |
| Below | Storage | 31'3 x 31'3 ft |
| Floor | Ensuite | Pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | No | #2 |
| Main Level | No | #1 |
| Above Level | Yes | #5 |
| Above Level | Yes | #5 |
| Below | Yes | #3 |
Listed by: Macdonald Realty
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949 Arbutus Bay Lane has a sell-speed score of 50/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell at a moderate pace" band. The listing is has limited comparable pricing data available. 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 1G2, 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 (~7.6 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.
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