5041 Paton Road is a unique walk-on waterfront retreat offering the best of Vancouver Island living. Situated on a private 0.20-acre lot at the end of a quiet dead-end road in Ladysmith, this property combines natural beauty, thoughtful updates, and a peaceful setting mins to marinas, restaurants, shopping, ferries, and the airport. Built in 1965, this 2-bed, 1-bath home has been extensively improved. The bright sunroom was converted into a second bedroom with direct access to the deck and would also make an ideal home office or creative space. Main level has an updated kitchen and bathroom, local alder hardwood floors, and newer windows, doors, and blinds. Recent updates include newer kitchen appliances, a new fence, and freshly sanded and stained decks. Lower level has exterior access to workshop and storage areas, plus a bonus room for a den, office, or guest accommodation. Property history includes a miniature railway that once delighted neighborhood children. Outside is where this property truly shines. Wander through the beautifully landscaped terraced gardens with hand-built rock walls and pathways leading to the wood-fired sauna. Relax around the firepit, entertain on the lower waterfront deck, or enjoy morning coffee while taking in the coastal scenery. A detached storage shed has space for hobbies and gear. Wildlife includes otters, eagles, herons, oyster catchers, seals, quail, and songbirds that frequent the shoreline. Other updates: upgraded heating, perimeter drainage, basement waterproofing, underground sprinklers, and a newer hot water tank. Whether searching for a full-time residence or the perfect Island getaway, 5041 Paton Road offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the relaxed coastal lifestyle Vancouver Island is famous for.
Address
5041 Paton Rd
List Price
$854,000
Property Type
Residential
Type of Dwelling
Single Family Residence
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Duncan
Sub-Area
Du Ladysmith
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Floor Area
879 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size
8712 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size (Acres)
0.2 Ac.
Year Built
1965
MLS® Number
1037227
Listing Brokerage
Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty LD
Basement Area
Not Full Height, Partially Finished
Postal Code
V9G 1M6
Tax Amount
$2,322.00
Tax Year
2025
Features
Baseboard, Dining/Living Combo, Dryer, Electric, Insulated Windows, Mixed, Oven/Range Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Storage, Sump Pump, Washer, Workshop
Amenities
Balcony/Deck, Central Location, Easy Access, Fencing: Partial, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, No Through Road, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sprinkler System, Storage Shed, Walk on Waterfront, Workshop