A sprawling rancher with a completely separate one-level suite on 2.5 acres! Set among towering trees, this property offers space, flexibility & a West Coast lifestyle just minutes from Parksville. The main home is a generous rancher with beautiful hardwood floors, oversized rooms & an inviting open layout. The kitchen features loads of cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry & a massive island. The spacious primary suite features a beautiful ensuite with a soaker tub & impressive walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms, a den, full bathroom & large laundry/mudroom complete the home. Outside, the private acreage includes mature trees, gardens, a huge patio, covered outdoor living, hot tub & a water feature that adds peace & tranquility. The separate one-bedroom suite, has its own kitchen, laundry, private patio & fenced yard. Private acreage, a beautiful rancher & a truly independent suite but also close to Parksville, beaches, shopping & restaurants.