Dreaming of building your own island home or cottage retreat? This west-facing lot sits on the highest point on Protection Island and receives plenty of natural light. It features seven Arbutus trees, a beautiful Maple and a copse of Douglas Firs and is bordered by parkland on 2 sides. Level and excavated to bedrock, it awaits your design plans. This property is a short walk to Smugglers Park & Beach, the Sports Court and Community Garden. Protection Island is a small community of young families, professionals and retirees. Our island has its own fire station, floating pub, community dock, hall (Beacon House), library, museum and boat launching ramp. Protection is part of the City of Nanaimo and is serviced by municipal water & sewer, BC Hydro, Shaw and Telus. Just a 10min ferry ride to downtown Nanaimo, harbour float planes and Helijet service - live in paradise with all city conveniences just minutes away. NOTE: Protection Island is exempt from BC's Speculation Tax.