Lusting for an ocean view, luxuriously renovated home across from a private beach? 3031 Hammond Bay is situated in the heart of Departure Bay, offering a home where all rooms and surfaces have been fully renovated & is just awaiting you to move in. Modern 7 in white oak hardwood floors with glass accent & metal rails in entry lead up to the open concept great room, with show stopping kitchen. A timeless tiled backsplash wall blends with the new cabinets - including a full pantry wall with coffee bar, stainless gas range & quartz topped eating bar for 4. Flow past the ductless heat pump & feature gas fireplace to gaze at the ocean harbour from your living room or front deck. Retire year round beneath a covered patio in the charming rear yard with gas BBQ hookup, fenced & irrigated garden plus new shed with 3 kayak racks. The main floor hosts 3 bedrooms & a stunning bathroom: soaker tub, floating dual sink vanity, tiled shower with rainhead/wand + heated floors. A rec room with wet bar is located downstairs in addition to a 2nd ductless heat pump for perfect temperature house-wide. This level entry floor also has a large den, 4th bedroom & an equally lavish bathroom with tiled shower & stacker laundry. With 4 spaces of extra parking at the base of the property and a secret beach access across the street, there is room for you and your friends to enjoy the best of life. Walkable to Departure Bay Eco School & popular Departure Bay Beach, plus a short drive leads you to Wellington High School & shopping at either Country Club Centre or Brooks Landing. This is a rare offer to own a forever home where memories are sure to thrive offering the best of the island lifestyle. Call or text Mandy Colford with RE/MAX of Nanaimo's Team Invest West for your private tour at 250-668-3633. Take the 3D tour, watch the property highlight video or view all homes listed at www.TeamInvestWest.com. We're everywhere you want to be.