Why People Come Here - Snowbirds (Sept 15 – Mar 31): the Saanich Peninsula is the mildest, driest, sunniest corner of Canada. Special snowbird-season rate — ask for current pricing. -Summer long-stays (Apr – Sept): kayaking, biking, golf, ferries to the Gulf Islands, Butchart Gardens, and whale-watching. - Relocations: many past guests have used Eaglesnest as a base while house-hunting on the Island. - Remote work + family: dedicated office downstairs, fast wifi, room for kids. The space Pink sunrises silhouette a distant snow-capped Mount Baker and glint off duck trails across the mirrored waters of Roberts Bay bird sanctuary. Watch colourful kayakers heading off to explore Gulf Islands National park. Amble along tree lined All Bay road fine dining intermingled with the marinas and yacht charters. Walk 20 minutes to Sidney-Town with all its busy charm, bookstores, theatres, aquarium, whale watching expeditions and pedestrian friendly activities. You will have the entire upper level and entrance lobby/office of this two story home. Living room with gas fireplace, sun room, three outdoor patios, two full bedrooms (queen) and (double + twin), 1.5 bathrooms and a TV/media/bedroom with 5=60 in TV and queen sofa bed, The downstairs laundry room is equipped with large Samsung units (shared with downstairs owner suite.) The house is equipped to make you feel at home, including libraries of music, videos and books as well as board games. The downstairs lobby doubles as a remote work office with monitor and printer. For those comfortable on the water, two sit-on-top kayaks are available to explore the sheltered bay. Binoculars and a telescope are provided those enjoying morning coffee in the sun room overlooking the bay or for gazing at the full moon night skies. A spacious open kitchen with attached patio allows for shared culinary productions and barbecue masters. This special longstay furnished and fully equipped home is intended for snowbird or summer stay couples and families who enjoy a peaceful waterfront environment while also providing ready access to the activities and facilities of the quaint town of "Sidney-by-the-Sea." Frequently we have new arrivals taking their time to purchase a home and several have become close neighbours. Guest access Two sit-on-top kayaks, laundry room with large washer and dryer. The property and yards are yours to enjoy and parking for two vehicles. You will have the exclusive use of the upstairs 1500 sq ft primary living space amd also the dowstairs front lobby/office, with working desk and computer printer and monitor. There is a one bedroom owner's suite below which is lightly occupied seasonally. Other things to note Too many things to list... please consult the web pages for the Town of Sidney with all of its links... the Saanich Peninsula is much drier, warmer and sunnier than Victoria itself even though it is so close.