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—ideal for creative use or hosting. With a unique design and a setting that inspires, this is a home unlike any other on Hornby.
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
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 7, 2025 at 08:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
20
Avg list price:
$1,099,500
Min list price:
$425,000
Max list price:
$3,880,000
Avg days on market:
43
Min days on market:
5
Max days on market:
310
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.