Keats Island Real Estate- Vancouver's Cottage Country
Keats island is Vancouver's best kept secret! Located only a 35 minute boat ride from Horseshoe Bay, it is nestled between Bowen island, Gambier island and Gibsons Harbour. Keats is only accessible by boat only : BC Ferries has scheduled runs year round to both sides of the island called the Stormaway-Keats island foot ferry. Water taxis like Mercury Water Taxi also make scheduled runs year round. Another option to come and go to Gibsons from Keats is the Gibsons Harbour Ferry. The harbour ferry is a fun way to go into Gibsons for a few groceries or some sight seeing.
Eastbourne is a subdivision of cottages that are freehold. Most properties have electricity and drinkable community water monitored by the Sechelt Regional District. Short term home rental is not permitted on Keats island and is governed by the Islands trust.
The west side of the island, Keats Landing, is home to Keats Camp baptist church camp, founded in 1926. It is a familiar name and place for many Lower Mainland residents who spent many a summer there as youth. It is also home to the more recent Barnabas Family Ministries founded in 1986.
There is also a Provincial park called Plumper Cove Marine Park . It is a favourite place for islanders to hike to and for boaters to tie up and camp. Most cottages at the Keats landing side are leasehold property and also do not permit short term rentals.
The most asked questions:
Where do you park in Horseshoe Bay?
BC Ferry lot or the Lions Club lot or street parking where you can find it. Arrive early!
Is there cell service and or internet?
Cell service is great on Keats island. Internet is available from a subscription to a Telus Smart Hub plan. An alternative is to hot spot off your cell phone.
To find out more about Keats island properties, contact: Trish Cowley, REALTOR® 778-229-9142, listing and Buying specialist for all of Keats island.
Keats Island Photos
My personal collection of photos of beautiful Keats Island.
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290 ESPLANADE Lane: Keats Island House for sale in "Eastbourne Estates" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2554226
290 ESPLANADE Lane Keats Island V0N 1V0 
$859,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2554226
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,113 sq. ft.
Beachfront low bank home that you can walk right out onto gorgeous Laurel Beach. Stunning panoramic southeast views of Georgia Straight, Bowen Island and Cypress Mtn. Must see and rarely available! 3 Bedrooms up and renovated large white kitchen down with stainless appliances, large open eating area and living room overlooking large deck in an amazing private setting. Bonus 1 bedroom guesthouse with mini kitchen and bathroom. This home is perfect for entertaining or year round island living. Private drilled well and connection to the Eastbourne community well . The basement has a workshop and unfinished 2 piece bathroom and lots of storage. Comes turn key with everything you need to start your vacation, including a mooring to tie your boat up to. More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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LOT 19 PARK Avenue: Keats Island Land for sale (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2550925
LOT 19 PARK Avenue Keats Island V0N 1V0
$135,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2550925
Lot just above East Beach on Keats Island, 30 minutes from Horseshoe Bay by Water Taxi. All services available. Road access to the back corner of the lot. Beautiful trails, Paddling and crabbing at your footsteps. Very close to Eastbourne dock for easy water access. Perfect for weekend and summer getaway. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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Lot 22 GORDON Road: Keats Island Land for sale (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2538396
Lot 22 GORDON Road Keats Island V0N 1V0
$249,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2538396
Top 10 reasons to escape here: 1. Experience the peace and tranquility of Keats Island—no paved roads and no commercial activity 2. Enjoy views of the ocean while you commune with nature on this private 13,500 square foot lot 3. Plans in place for a stunning home with views of Howe Sound 4. Stargaze without light pollution 5. Short commute from Horseshoe Bay or Gibsons 6.Septic already installed 7. Water system in place 8. Cleared lot 9. Electricity in place 10. Short walk from the Government dock. Prepped and ready for you to build! Ask us for our information package and book your private showing today! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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420 GAVIN Road: Keats Island House for sale in "Eastbourne Estates" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2535796
420 GAVIN Road Keats Island V0N 1V0
$769,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2535796
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,410 sq. ft.
One of a kind, GORGEOUS custom built log home. Nothing to do here but sit back, relax and enjoy the tranquility of the island and the fresh air. This beautiful home could be a year-round home or a wonderful vacation home. 3 generous sized bedrooms one of which is on the main floor for easy access. There is lots of storage and a nice sized den overlooking the trees. Perfect place for a home office or TV area. Huge sundeck to enjoy all the beautiful Keats Island summer star-filled nights. 5 min walk to the dock and 3 beautiful pebble beaches. Perfect for that morning swim or paddle. Keats Island is 30 min from Van and 15 min from Gibsons and has it's own community drinking water. This property is a MUST SEE and is available for a quick possession. More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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LOT 2 FORIN ROAD: Keats Island Land for sale in "EASTBOURNE" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2533864
LOT 2 FORIN ROAD Keats Island V0N 1V0
$140,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2533864
Enjoy your own mature cedars, ferns, and the pristine park like setting this lot has to offer., Get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and come to relax on Keats Island. Eastbourne is easy access from Vancouver on the Mercury or take the ferry to Gibsons and the foot passenger ferry over to Eastbourne. There is a path to get to this property and also takes you to the beach below. No building time restrictions. Hold for your future. Call for lot plans. You can buy adjoining Lot 3 Forin Rd as well to double the size of your property. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Oceanview Realty - TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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LOT 3 FORIN ROAD: Keats Island Land for sale in "EASTBOURNE" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2459870
LOT 3 FORIN ROAD Keats Island V0N 1V0
$140,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2459870
This magical property has beautiful mature cedars, ferns, and many other species with beauty that far surpasses other properties if you love the country setting and the privacy it offers. There is a path along the end of esplanade and then you can walk up and around the last property. If you appreciate your privacy this property offers that and much more. Enjoy being walking distance down to the ocean and also back to the ferry dock. Build now with SCRD approval or hold and build later. You may get an ocean view from a 2nd storey. Call for lot plans. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Oceanview Realty - TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
- Contact by Email
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