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Exquisite ocean views of the Ladysmith Harbour, Gulf Islands & Coastal Mountain Range. This quality-built level entry residence with walk out basement is located in a qui...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 903966 MLS® #
Courtesy of Century 21 Harbour Realty Ltd.
Not often these opportunities come around! Beautiful oceanview character home with wonderful ocean & mountain vistas. Huge lot with excellent subdivision potential if de...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 903933 MLS® #
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty LD
INSANE 6% ROI INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Come check out this versatile cash-flowing 4-bedroom home and separate legal self-contained cottage. Fully renovated in 2016, this i...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 903719 MLS® #
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty LD
Located in a quiet neighborhood not far from Coronation Mall and all amenities of the seaside community of Ladysmith. Fabulous unobstructed ocean views without hiway nois...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 903432 MLS® #
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty LD
Welcome to this 3Bed and 2Bath Townhome. Housed in the 11-unit Mariners Quay complex, you will enjoy living in aprx 1467sq ft, on 3 floors. On the 1st level, drive into y...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 903561 MLS® #
Courtesy of Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty LD
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Why You Would Want To Live in Ladysmith
If you are looking for a friendly, small-town community steeped in historical tradition, Ladysmith is your ideal location. Ladysmith’s heritage downtown is a throwback to decades gone by, featuring a number of locally owned boutique shops and services. Real estate prices in Ladysmith are typically more affordable than in larger nearby communities, and while many residents appreciate the laid back lifestyle Ladysmith affords, they also appreciate the close proximity to larger centres such as Nanaimo (20 min.), Duncan (20 min.) and Victoria (1 hour).
Area Overview
Located along the 49th parallel on the southeast coast of Vancouver Island, Ladysmith is a picturesque hillside town with a strong historical influence. It is a mature community, featuring a charming downtown core, and many older, character homes, as well as a seaside community, serving as a marine gateway to the inviting gulf islands, great for a day trip or overnight boating or sailing adventure.
Schools
Ladysmith is home to three elementary schools, including the dual-track Ecole North Oyster offering both English and French Immersion programs from Kindergarten to Grade 7, as well as Ladysmith Primary School (Kindergarten to Grade 3) and Ladysmith Intermediate School (Grade 4 to Grade 7). Students then attend Ladysmith Secondary School from Grade 8 to Grade 12.
Shopping
For older generations, shopping in downtown Ladysmith, especially along historical First Avenue often provides a trip down memory lane. Consisting primarily of locally-owned shops in heritage buildings with friendly staff who know you by name, shopping in Ladysmith is a great reminder of how things used to be before we all got “too busy” to stop and smell the roses. Beyond the boutique-style shops and services, Ladysmith also features a variety of larger, chain stores offering convenience items, health-related and grocery products, and construction material, such as Save-on-Foods, Rexall, Pharmasave, and Home Hardware all of which are located in the community.
If you are seeking more selection, Nanaimo just 20 minutes north is known as a shopping hotspot, and Duncan to the south has recently added a number of big box stores. Victoria is approximately an hour south and also offers access to a number of big-name retailers.
Recreational Opportunities
As a seaside community, naturally the ocean plays a key role in the recreational activities enjoyed in Ladysmith. A visit to Transfer Beach is traditionally a hit with the whole family with its waterpark, playgrounds, and beach access. Beach volleyball, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding are all activities commonly enjoyed at Transfer Beach. Boating, sailing, and fishing are also popular pastimes in the area, especially with the close proximity to the picturesque Gulf Islands. Walking tours through the historic downtown are remarkably popular, with the Holland Creek hiking trails providing a more west-coast experience for those looking to get out into the fresh air.
Ladysmith Golf Club is a nine-hole par 3, great for the whole family. Cottonwood and Mt. Brenton Golf Clubs, just north and south of town respectively, are regular eighteen-hole courses offering golfers a quality golf experience at very reasonable prices.
Entertainment
Being a relatively sleepy town, nightlife is limited in Ladysmith, however, a quick trip to Nanaimo or Victoria will meet this need with a variety of options from sporting events, with Junior A hockey on tap in both Nanaimo and Duncan or the WHL’s Royals in Victoria, to big-name concerts held at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre in Victoria. During the summer months, you can catch live music outdoors at the amphitheatre in Transfer Beach Park, while throughout the rest of the year you may be able to catch some live music at a local venue from time to time. However, what Ladysmith may lack in terms of nightlife options it makes up for with family-friendly festivals and activities. A strong sense of community is evident in Ladysmith with events such as the Festival of Lights, Ladysmith Celebration Days, and Arts on the Avenue, all being popular with the locals.
Another popular option worth noting is a tour through Vancouver Island’s wine region, the Cowichan Valley just south of town, which is increasingly becoming one of British Columbia’s fastest-growing wine regions provides an enjoyable afternoon.
Restaurants
Ladysmith features a variety of dining options with some favorites including Spice Hut Indian Cuisine, Roberts Street Pizza, Sushi Wara, and Fox and Hounds English Pub. The Old Town Bakery offers a variety of delectable treats, including their famous cinnamon buns which patrons travel from nearby communities just to purchase. Fast food outlets such as Dairy Queen, McDonald’s, Subway, and Tim Hortons are located in Ladysmith.
Parks
Ladysmith has over 110 hectares of parkland in a variety of settings throughout the town. Transfer Beach Park is the community’s crown jewel, providing a primary gathering spot for community events and activities, as well as the perfect spot for an enjoyable, activity-filled afternoon.
