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Searching the Island for your next home? Have you considered the quaint community of Ladysmith? Just south of Nanaimo, Ladysmith is the perfect spot to raise a family & t...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 867558 MLS® #
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Welcome to Crystal Courts in Ladysmith...this 3 bedrooms 2 bath, corner unit backs onto private green space and is fully fenced with a huge patio area for BBQs. The kitch...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 867297 MLS® #
Listing courtesy of Royal LePage Coast Capital - Chatterton.
Welcome to a wonderful family home in the town of Ladysmith on Vancouver Island! This home is surrounded by the most stunning West-Coast beauty! Just a short drive to t...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 867472 MLS® #
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Welcome to this beautiful ocean view new build in Ladysmith offering 2,813 sqft, 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms over two levels. Entering from the ground level there is a BD ...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 866127 MLS® #
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Island Properties.
A full moon drips beams of light through your garden pergola as you finish the last pages of your paperback novel. This is a place to forget about time. Forget worry. Jus...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 867284 MLS® #
Listing courtesy of Pemberton Holmes Ltd. (Ldy).
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Why You Would Want To Live in Ladysmith
If you are 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, the 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 picturesque hillside town with a strong historical influence. Ladysmith is a mature community, featuring a charming downtown community, and many older, character homes. A seaside community, Ladysmith also serves as a marine gateway to the inviting gulf islands, great for a daytrip 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 Ave. often provides a trip down memory lane. Consisting primarily of locally owned shops in heritage buildings with friendly staff 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, health related, grocery and construction material, as Save-on-Foods, Rexall, Pharmasave and Home Hardware are all found 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 being approximately an hour south 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 and get some 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 can meet this need, if a night out on the town is what you are looking for. Junior A hockey is also on tap in both Nanaimo and Duncan, with Victoria offering a chance to catch the WHL’s Royals or a big name concert at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. 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 events for locals to attend.
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 setting throughout town. Transfer Beach Park is the community’s crown jewel, providing a primary gathering spot for community events and activities, as well as a the perfect spot for an enjoyable, activity-filled afternoon.
