Kingfisher Cottage

Hovering above the tideline, this roomy, three-bedroom/two-bath home overlooks a large bay and Gossip Island. It offers breathtaking views of the coastal mountains and Vancouver.

While eating breakfast out on the large deck, you will most likely see the great blue herons that fish off the beach or the dock. Or you may see several of the resident bald eagles soaring above. Often a family of otters will swim by or climb right onto the dock (of which you'll have full access and use).

Picture yourself lying on the deck in the afternoon sun, and taking a dip to cool off. Or imagine yourself sitting in front of a roaring fire after a vigorous hike on one of the many trails just minutes from the home.