Distinctively Designed Ocean Retreat for a Creative Sabbatical

Description

This custom-designed home occupies a private two-acre setting above Poets Cove on South Pender Island, with expansive views across the Salish Sea toward Vancouver Island. Published in Western Living, the house was designed and built by its architect-owner as a warm, creative family home—rich in natural materials, changing light, art and places to gather or retreat. Available fully furnished from November 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027, the home is particularly suited to an academic or creative sabbatical, a family seeking a restorative season in nature, or remote professionals looking for an inspiring place to live and work. The heart of the house is a dramatic timber-framed living and dining space with soaring windows, ocean views and a large table for shared meals or creative work. Smaller rooms and window seats provide quiet places to read, write or watch the weather move across the water. The house also includes a dedicated piano and music space, a generous kitchen, fireplaces and multiple outdoor covered stone patios. The property is surrounded by mature arbutus and fir trees, landscaped paths and productive gardens with fruit trees, herbs and spring flowers. Walking trails lead toward beaches, forest, a lake and the amenities at Poets Cove. Several Gulf Islands National Park destinations are only a short drive away. The home includes high-speed internet, a new energy-efficient heat pump, backup generator, propane cooking and multiple sources of heat for comfort during occasional island power outages. Utilities and internet are included in the monthly rent. Tenants will also have scheduled private access to a separate year-round lap pool, small fitness area and infrared sauna. Two dedicated parking spaces are provided. A quiet resident occupies a completely separate cottage elsewhere on the acreage and provides a reassuring on-site presence while respecting the privacy of the main house. The home is an Airbnb Guest Favourite, rated 4.91 from more than 190 reviews, with guests consistently praising its architecture, peaceful setting, remarkable views and welcoming atmosphere. A previous SabbaticalHomes family stayed for six months and described the experience as “a place like no other.” CAD $4,800 per month, including utilities and high-speed internet. Seven-month stay preferred. Pets considered with prior approval. No smoking.