Na Departure Bay Homes with Dining Room Interior Features

Welcome to Departure Bay, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Nanaimo, British Columbia. Known for its stunning waterfront views and vibrant community atmosphere, Departure Bay is a hidden gem that beautifully blends nature with urban convenience.

Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves lapping against the shore and the breathtaking sight of the sun rising over the ocean. This charming neighborhood offers a variety of homes that cater to diverse lifestyles, whether you’re seeking a cozy retreat or a spacious family residence. Many homes in Departure Bay feature inviting dining rooms, perfect for hosting family gatherings or enjoying quiet dinners with loved ones. These well-designed interiors create an ambiance that is both warm and welcoming, allowing you to savor every moment spent at home.

The community is also conveniently located near local amenities, including shops, restaurants, and recreational activities. The nearby Departure Bay Beach invites residents to unwind with leisurely walks, picnics, or simply soaking up the sun. For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers numerous hiking trails, parks, and access to water sports, ensuring there’s never a dull moment.

With its scenic beauty, friendly neighborhood, and thoughtfully designed homes featuring elegant dining rooms, Departure Bay is truly a place where you can create lasting memories. Discover your dream home in this enchanting subdivision and embrace a lifestyle that celebrates the best of coastal living in Nanaimo!

Newest Na Departure Bay Homes with Dining Room Interior Features

$999,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1049338 MLS

Breathtaking panoramic view home tucked away in a quiet, safe cul-de-sac within one of Nanaimo's most sought-after neighbourhoods. This thoughtfully designed, 2,900+ sq. ft. custom home is a largely untouched, architecturally pure canvas capturing sweeping vistas of Departure Bay, Newcastle Channel, city lights, and distant mountains. The bright, open-concept layout features a generous living room, large eating nook, and sunken dining room tailored to maximize the stunning outlook. The spacious primary bedroom is a private retreat with an office nook, patio access, and an ensuite with a jetted tub and sauna. Upstairs, a family room and den offer flexible living space with elevated views. Avoid paying for someone else’s generic renovations—bring your design ideas to this unique classic home. The beautifully landscaped grounds include natural plantings, fruit trees, ponds, and a gazebo. Enjoy ultimate privacy with zero through-traffic, just a 9-minute drive to the BC Ferry Terminal.

1572 Knight Court Rd, Nanaimo

Courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Nan)

$1,889,000

7 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 1048327 MLS

Rare urban estate in Nanaimo’s prestigious Lynburn Estates. Situated on a flat 0.84-acre lot with dual-street frontages offering immense future development potential, this magnificent 7,000+ sqft residence is within walking distance to Departure Bay beach with distant ocean views. The 3,400+ sqft main level features engineered hardwood, a cathedral foyer, soaring vaulted living room, grand dining room, chef’s kitchen, sunroom, and a lavish primary suite with fireplace & 6-pc radiant-heated ensuite. The upper level adds 800+ sqft with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. The lower level boasts a 900+ sqft 2-bed, 2-bath legal suite for premium income, plus 1400+ sqft of finished flex. space for a gym, billiards, or wine cellar. Additionally, a massive 800+sqft unfinished enclosed hall with pre-installed soundproofing & ventilation awaits your ideas for a media room or safe room. Massive backyard sports court, high-efficiency footprint & double garage. Grand circular drive. Irreplaceable inherent value!

2415 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo

Courtesy of eXp Realty (NA)

$739,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1048101 MLS

Welcome to 3310 Smugglers Hill Drive, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offering approximately 2,069 sq. ft. in highly desirable Departure Bay. Set among mature trees and established landscaping, the property features a beautiful, fully fenced, park-like backyard—a gardener’s delight. The bright main level offers a welcoming living room with a brick fireplace and bay window, a dining area, an updated kitchen with butcher-block countertops, three bedrooms and access to a 316 sq. ft. deck ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. Downstairs are two additional bedrooms, a family room, full bathroom and spacious laundry area, providing flexibility for guests, family or a home office. A heat pump offers year-round comfort, while the 518 sq. ft. double garage and RV parking provide room for vehicles, a boat or RV. Walk to the Departure Bay waterfront, enjoy morning coffee at Drip Coffee or head to the beach for a swim. Linley Valley trails, schools, transit and shopping are also nearby.

3310 Smugglers Hill Dr, Nanaimo

Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty (NanIsHwyN)

$898,800

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1047923 MLS

Moments from Departure Bay Beach, this beautifully designed townhome pairs panoramic ocean and mountain views with generous living spaces and a remarkable sense of privacy. Expansive windows bring the surrounding scenery into the open-concept main living area, filling the home with natural light and making the views an ever-present backdrop. A feature fireplace anchors the living room, while the thoughtfully appointed kitchen features quartz countertops, upgraded appliances, and a generous island made for gathering. The primary suite offers a private retreat with a spa-inspired ensuite, complemented by additional bedrooms and flexible spaces for family, guests, or a home office. Multiple decks create distinct places to enjoy the outlook, while a covered patio offers a more secluded setting. Beautifully cared for and finished with attention to quality and detail, this spacious modern home captures the privacy, scenery, and relaxed coastal lifestyle that make Departure Bay so special.

1217 Manzanita Pl Unit ##103, Nanaimo

Courtesy of eXp Realty (NA)

$1,189,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1045003 MLS

Beautifully finished home on a quiet corner lot in one of Departure Bay's desirable neighbourhoods. Offering quality craftsmanship, functional design & a legal 2-bedroom suite, this home is ideal for families seeking extra income. Bright open-concept main level features spacious living & dining areas, while the kitchen boasts granite countertops, large island w/ eating bar, S/S appliances & ample cabinetry. This level also offers 3 bedrooms including a primary suite w/ walk-in closet & 4-pc ensuite w/ dual sinks, plus another full bathroom, laundry & double garage. Lower level includes a large family room, 4-pc bathroom & a legal 2-bedroom suite w/ private entrance, island & granite countertops. Enjoy a partially covered deck, private patio & fenced yard. Suite access through a backyard gate to the street provides added privacy, while the corner lot offers abundant street parking. Measurements are approx.; verify if important.

341 Sunny Dr, Nanaimo

Courtesy of eXp Realty (NA)

$1,649,900

8 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 1046548 MLS

Located in Nanaimo’s most desirable neighborhoods & in heart of Departure Bay, this 8 bed, 7 bath home, designed with style/function in mind is a truly rare find that captures sweeping ocean views from nearly every angle-indoors & out. Soaring vaulted ceilings & large windows flood the home with natural light while perfectly framing the coastal scenery. With 2 generous decks, this south-facing property lets you follow the sun throughout the day, offering multiple spaces to relax/entertain. The thoughtfully designed layout blends indoor/outdoor living effortlessly. Main & middle level has custom 9 foot ceilings, doors & it provides the ease of single-level living with extra spice kitchen, while the middle floor offers exceptional flexibility with 3 bedrooms, 2 walk in closets, 2.5 baths, spacious family room, gym, direct access to covered ocean-view deck. Lower level has 2 bed legal suite. Features include extra parking suitable for a boat/RV. All msmts are approx, verify if deemed imp.

1460 Sherwood Dr, Nanaimo

Courtesy of Sutton Group-West Coast Realty (Nan)

$1,749,000

6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1045068 MLS

Exceptional 3.28-acre opportunity in Nanaimo's desirable Hammond Bay neighbourhood. Zoned R10, this property offers potential for a variety of residential development concepts, including subdivision or townhouse development. The R10 Zone permits residential density of up to 16 dwelling units per hectare. Boasting approximately 100 metres of frontage, this exceptional property offers an impressive development footprint and excellent flexibility for future planning (buyers to verify development potential with the City of Nanaimo). Existing improvements include an updated 5-bedroom character home, detached garage/shop, and a 2018 built accessory building currently used as a home based business, is plumbed and wired for a detached suite, providing excellent holding income potential. Ideally located close to shopping, schools, parks, transit, Departure Bay, Neck Point Park, and Pipers Lagoon. Data and measurements are approximate and should be verified if important

3315 Hammond Bay Rd, Nanaimo

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Prestige Realty

$2,149,900

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1044013 MLS

Departure Bay Estate with Custom Carriage Home! Situated on a beautifully landscaped 17,000+ sqft lot in one of Nanaimo's most desirable neighbourhoods, this exceptional property offers a stunning 5-bedroom modern home plus a custom-built carriage house. Designed with tasteful, high-end finishings, the open-concept main home features a gas fireplace, heat pump, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. This one of a kind design boasts 3 bedrooms on the main floor including a spacious primary with walk in closet and ensuite. The private, sun-soaked backyard is an entertainer's dream with an in-ground pool, expansive patios, and multiple gathering spaces. The carriage home is ideal for Airbnb, extended family, or multigenerational living, complete with a hot tub, garage converted to a craft studio, and an over-height crawl space for exceptional storage or bonus living space. A rare opportunity to own two quality homes on one spectacular property in the heart of Departure Bay.

1501 Argyle Ave, Nanaimo

Courtesy of 460 Realty Inc. (NA)

$1,299,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1042263 MLS

Experience elevated coastal living in this executive penthouse just steps from the sandy shores of Departure Bay. This contemporary West Coast home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and stunning ocean, island, and mountain views through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. A private elevator provides access from the tandem double garage to every level, including the spectacular rooftop patio. The open-concept design is ideal for entertaining, while the chef’s kitchen features premium appliances, quality finishes, and a large island. The luxurious primary suite boasts a spa-inspired 5-piece ensuite with heated floors, a walk-in closet, and Hunter Douglas motorized blinds. A private patio off the second bedroom and a flexible third bedroom complete the interior. Enjoy sunrises, evening fires, or relaxing with a coffee on the rooftop patio. Walk to the beach, launch your kayak, or grab a latte from Drip Coffee, all while being minutes from shopping, BC Ferries, and Harbour Air.

2835 Departure Bay Rd Unit ##101, Nanaimo

Courtesy of Pemberton Holmes Ltd.

$1,999,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1041247 MLS

Updated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in a prime Departure Bay location, just steps from the beach. Enjoy stunning ocean views from the living room, dining room, primary bedroom, and throughout the property. The main level offers a functional layout with updated finishes and comfortable living spaces, while the fully renovated lower level features a spacious rec room, fourth bedroom, and full bathroom—perfect for guests, extended family, or additional living space. Ideally located close to schools, shopping, parks, and all North Nanaimo amenities, this home is well-suited for families, retirees, or investors seeking a desirable coastal location. The property also offers significant future potential with R7 zoning and the possibility of up to 19 townhomes (buyer to verify with the City of Nanaimo). A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with development potential in one of Nanaimo's most sought-after neighbourhoods.

2565 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo

Courtesy of 460 Realty Inc. (NA)

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