Just across from the ocean, this exceptional property on sought-after Harwood Road offers a rare blend of artistic character, timeless European charm & thoughtful updates. Originally built by renowned craftsman Ilka Salo, the home showcases distinctive architectural features—arched doorways, alder floors, stained glass & beautifully detailed finishes throughout. Recent improvements include refinished flooring, updated bathrooms and bedrooms, fresh paint inside and out & more—all enhancing the home while preserving its artistic integrity. The main floor offers the kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms, a bathroom & a light-filled sunroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a fireplace, ensuite bath, and a private deck with mountain and ocean views. The property includes a lovely pond, large workshop, a beautiful artist’s studio, & a sauna house. With a unique design and a setting that inspires, this is a home unlike any other on Hornby. Not available for viewings July 21-29.
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1974
(Age: 51)
Living Area:
2,332 sq. ft.217 m2
Auxiliary Building Living Area:
458 sq. ft.42.5 m2
Main Building Living Area:
1,874 sq. ft.174 m2
Listing General Location:
Isl Hornby Island, Islands
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
20,473 sq. ft.1,902 m2
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
West Coast
Taxes:
$6,056.66 /
2024
Construction:
Concrete, Frame Wood, Shingle-Wood
New Construction:
No
Basement:
Crawl Space
Foundation:
Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle, Shake
Other Structures:
Guest Accommodations, Workshop
Floor finish:
Hardwood, Mixed, Tile
Total Building Area:
2,873 sq. ft.267 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
541 sq. ft.50.3 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
3
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
1
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
0
# Other Level Bedrooms:
1
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
1
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
0
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,456 sq. ft.135 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
458 sq. ft.42.5 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
418 sq. ft.38.8 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft.0 m2
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Details:
Electric, Propane
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Well: Drilled
Sewer:
Septic System
Additional Accommodations:
Exists
Cooling:
Air Conditioning
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
Fireplace:
Yes
Warranty:
No
F/S/W/D, Water Filters
Dining Room, French Doors, Sauna, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Workshop
Balcony/Deck, Fenced, Water Feature
Mountain(s), Ocean
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Entrance
7'8"2.34 m × 6'11"2.11 m
Main Floor
Sitting Room
11'9"3.58 m × 11'4"3.45 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
18'5"5.61 m × 11'11"3.63 m
Main Floor
Living Room
17'8"5.38 m × 13'5"4.09 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
11'9"3.58 m × 9'5"2.87 m
Main Floor
Sunroom
15'5"4.70 m × 15'4"4.67 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'10"3.30 m × 8'8"2.64 m
Main Floor
Walk-in Closet
6'5"1.96 m × 5'5"1.65 m
Main Floor
Laundry
5'5"1.65 m × 4'11"1.50 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
12'6"3.81 m × 11'8"3.56 m
Other
Bedroom - Aux Bldg
12'5"3.78 m × 11'11"3.63 m
Other
Sauna
6'11"2.11 m × 6'7"2.01 m
Other
Studio
15'4"4.67 m × 13'4"4.06 m
Other
Workshop
30'9"9.37 m × 21'2"6.45 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
6'6" x 9'2" 3-Piece
2nd Floor
Yes
3
9'1" x 12'5" 3-Piece
Financing Notes:
3% on 1st 100k/1.5% on balance with 1st physical intro, otherwise 1.5% on 1st 100k/0.75 on balance
Assessed:
1132000.0
Assessment year:
2025
Jurisdiction name:
Courtenay Rural (771)
Legal Description:
Lot 15, Section 16, Hornby Island, Nanaimo District, Plan 20269
Data was last updated July 16, 2025 at 10:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
21
Avg list price:
$1,099,000
Min list price:
$425,000
Max list price:
$3,880,000
Avg days on market:
47
Min days on market:
11
Max days on market:
319
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$823.93
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Isl Hornby Island. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.