**First Time Publicly Offered For Sale** Here is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Nanaimo history. Combining the best of yesteryear with all the modern luxuries of today, this home will impress you on every level. Situated just steps away from all of the extensive downtown Nanaimo amenities including shopping, dining, the seawall, sea plane terminals, Helijet services, and so much more, this location is an urban oasis. Ocean, mountain, and city views are abundant from inside & outside of the home. Originally constructed around 1889, this late Victorian cottage offers expansive ceiling height throughout the main level of the home, and the fir detail’s also capture your eye at every angle. Enjoy natural gas forced air heating in the winter time, and a heat pump that offers cool air throughout the home in the summer months. A 2005 addition off the back part of the home, has added additional storage space, a luxurious bathroom equipped with a steam shower, additional storage (including fridge/freezer combo), and one of our favourite aspects off the upper floor which is the expansive south facing back balcony. Inside & out this home has been meticulously cared for and needs to be seen in person to be fully appreciated. All measurements are approximate & must be verified if fundamental to the purchaser.