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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Lot 1 KEATS ISLAND Beach: Keats Island Land for sale in "Keats Island Beach" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2508536
Lot 1 KEATS ISLAND Beach Keats Island Keats Island V0N 1V0 $329,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2508536
Outstanding waterfront property at unbeatable value in today's market. The premier lot in this development with prepared building site situated intimate to the waterfront. Property already has partially installed septic field and shallow well on site so bring your ideas for the perfect cottage or barge in a prefab or RV so you can escape the city to your tranquil waterfront retreat. Views out over Howe Sound allow you to enjoy the passing of the ferries and resident whale pods. Call today to find out more about this one of a kind property. More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
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Lot #22 GORDON Road: Keats Island Land for sale (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2496297
Lot #22 GORDON Road Keats Island Keats Island V0N 1V0 $249,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2496297
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. 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
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71 ESPLANADE Road: Keats Island House for sale (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2483843
71 ESPLANADE Road Keats Island Keats Island V0N 1V0 $725,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2483843
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,456 sq. ft.135 m2
YIPPEE!!! LETS GO TO THE COTTAGE! WATERFRONT COTTAGE 30 MIN FROM W. VANCOUVER. This turn key 3 bdrm/ 1 bath cottage with enormous sundeck & hot tub will make you never want to leave the island. Meticulously clean and fully furnished and equipped, life at the cottage doesn't get better than this. Close to Gov't dock. Cottage has two 550 gallon water tanks, and comes with a super Golf Cart. The islands favorite method of transportation. Keats Island is easy to access directly from HSBay in W. Van. Or via BC ferries and Langdale. 71 Esplanade is a true legacy cottage. This one is in fantastic shape, no projects here....just relax, enjoy...start the bbq. Heat up the hot tub and watch a zillion stars at night while listening to the waves lapping at the shoreline. Escape the city, get out of traffic, morning coffee listening to the waves on the shore. Island Paradise Found. By appointment only. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
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Lot 48 FLINT Road: Keats Island Land for sale (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2460854
Lot 48 FLINT Road Keats Island Keats Island V0N 1V0 $399,999Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2460854
Ten gorgeous acres with a newly cleared building site and driveway. Well has been dug and capped with a bunkhouse/shed and outhouse for immediate use . This lot is the easiest lot to build on that is for sale today on Keats Island. Building site is flat with loose soil and driveway has easy access. Lots of potential with the lower lot being flat and upper part of the lot is Carmichael Peak. Keats Islands highest peak on the island with spectacular views from Langdale, Gibsons thru to Nanaimo, Salish Sea and Bowen Island. Zoning allows two dwelling for building so lots of options. Keats Island is almost built out so hurry on this rare opportunity ! Call Trish today for more details or a tour of Keats Island. More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
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Lot 49 FLINT Road: Keats Island Land for sale in "10 Acres" (Sunshine Coast) : MLS®# R2460996
Lot 49 FLINT Road Keats Island Keats Island V0N 1V0 $490,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2460996
Ready to build on ! Gorgeous views from the top of this rare 10 acre lot . A driveway is in place that winds all the way up to a cleared building site on top of Carmichael Peak. Views of Bowen Island, Georgia Straight and Gibsons. Approved septic field for a 3 bed dwelling already in place and a large dug well on the lower lot . Zoning allows for two dwellings which provides for many options. Call/ email for your information package and options for building. Bring your dreams and your plans. Want more space? Buy the lot next door ( Lot 48 ) as well for an even better view. View virtual tour or call for an island tour. More detailsListed by Keller Williams Elite Realty- TRISH COWLEY
- KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
- 1 (778) 2299142
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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 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
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