The tranquil and rural location of this home, on almost 1 acre, will speak to those who love nature and the Pacific Northwest forest. Step out the door and hike for hours on the Crippen Park and Mount Gardner trail networks. Walk to Snug Cove on the scenic trail in about 40 minutes. The large family home has a flexible floor plan with 5 bedrooms (all on the same floor), 4 bathrooms, a den with a wood-burning fireplace, and an almost 300sf multi-purpose room with a skylight that could be a big office, yoga space, a 6th bedroom, or a craft/studio room. The spacious living room - approx. 27'x20' - is the heart of the home and accommodates super-sized family gatherings and parties. On the lower floor is an authorized 2 bed/1 bath mortgage helper with separate entry and its own covered deck. There is ample parking on the paved driveway and level access to the front door. The public school, shopping, restaurants, marina, and the new Community Centre (almost finished!) are conveniently just 5 minutes away by car.