With Westwood Lake practically at your doorstep, one of Nanaimo’s best outdoor playgrounds is within walking distance. Spend your days swimming, paddling or exploring lakeside trails, with Mount Benson nearby for even more adventure. Ocean views elevate the setting, while recreation and amenities remain close at hand. This spacious rancher with a full basement offers day-to-day living on the main floor. The kitchen flows into the formal dining area and cozy living room with a gas fireplace and covered deck access. Three bedrooms include a primary suite with a five-piece ensuite, while laundry and garage access are conveniently located on this level. Downstairs offers room for extended family and a large flex space ideal for a gym or theatre. A low-maintenance irrigated yard completes this versatile multigenerational home. Measurements are approximate; verify if important. Some photos may be digitally enhanced or staged. Verify features of importance.
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2240 Leighton Rd
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2240 Leighton Rd
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Bedrooms
5
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Bathrooms
3
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Lot Size
0.17 Acres / 7,405 Sq. Ft.
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SqFt Total
3,902
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South Jingle Pot
Derek Gillette
Get to Know South Jingle Pot
South Jingle Pot: A Blend of Rural Charm and Urban Proximity. Nestled in a picturesque valley beneath the majestic Mt. Benson, South Jingle Pot offers a unique living experience, combining the rural tranquility of its northern counterpart with closer access to Nanaimo's vibrant downtown core. This area is a harmonious blend of the rustic and the refined, where sprawling acreages and charming farms meet the more developed landscape.
Adjacent to the dynamic University District, South Jingle Pot is home to several subdivisions around the Westwood Lake area, adding to its residential diversity. While the neighborhood retains much of its pastoral allure, it is also evolving with the times. Here, recent and modern developments coexist with a few older, established properties, creating a rich tapestry of housing options.
The real estate market in South Jingle Pot is dynamic, with prices reflecting its desirable blend of rural beauty and urban convenience. For those seeking a serene environment with easy access to city amenities, South Jingle Pot offers the best of both worlds – a peaceful retreat close to the heart of Nanaimo.
Derek Gillette
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Schools
Nanaimo Montessori School
945 Waddington Road, Nanaimo, BC
(250) 753-0649
Brechin Elementary
510 Millstone Ave., Nanaimo, BC
(250) 754-7523
Forest Park Elementary
2050 Latimer Road, Nanaimo, BC
(250) 758-6892
Nanaimo District Secondary
355 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo, BC,
(250) 740-2000
*school catchment areas can change without notice; click the school locator link below to verify:
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Beaches and Parks
Beach Estates Park – Most of this park is trail, leading down to a small pebbly beach and the ocean. Features: beautiful waterfalls and ample lush greenery.
Beban Park – Large park with several areas for sports and play. Features: outdoor pool, trails, disc golf course, skate bowl, seniors’ center, 2 picnic shelters with children’s playgrounds, tennis courts, beach volleyball, horseshoes, seasonal petting zoo and duck pond. Trails along the Millstone River lead to a scenic waterfall and rhododendron grove.
Beaufort Park – Park with community garden. Features: tennis courts, walking trails and a year round dog off leash area that is partially fenced.
Hawthorne Park – Named after the English Hawthorne bushes that populate the area, this park is a perfect for an evening jog or walk, alone or with your pet. The park surrounds ponds and has many trail loops to follow.
Bowen Park – Bowen Park offers both sports and tranquility. This particular park stays busy year round because of all the activities it offers. During the summer months the outdoor swimming pool opens up and becomes a great way to cool off on those hot days. During the winter months, the hills are great for tobogganing. All throughout the year the playgrounds and seniors centre are open and keep the park very busy with people from all ages.
Buttertubs Marsh – Two km loop trail around this bird and wildlife sanctuary. Features: observation decks and a tower, and walking or running trail.
Colliery Dam Park – Large park with designated dog off leash area 6am-10am and then again 4pm to dusk daily. Features: trail system, waterfall, and fresh-water swimming (no lifeguard on duty).
Living Forest Park – Campground and RV Park –open year round. Features: 50 acres for private, family sized camp sites. Trails, ocean views, bicycling, paddling, swimming, birding, basketball, bocce, beach volley ball.
Westwood Lake – Westwood Lake Park has a much used 5.51 km trail around the lake in the foothills of Mt. Benson. Features: beach area and swimming with lifeguard patrol (June-August), children’s play park, running and walking trails, with shorter trails available towards the south end of the trail. Electric motors and non- powered boating allowed, washroom and change room building on site.