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PARKSVILLE, Vancouver Island, British Columbia Real Estate COMMUNITY  The City of Parksville is one of the fastest growing areas on Vancouver Island. With a population of 12,000, Parksville has become home to young families seeking a quality lifestyle and affordable family homes, to young professionals desiring urban living, and also to a very active community of retirees looking for Parksville vacation homes.
Parksville lies in the heart of a region that enjoys Canada's mildest year-round climate. It is famous for its beaches plus warm saltwater swimming and diving conditions. Its location makes it an ideal home base for day trips to many points on central Vancouver Island as well as a few of the islands off that part of the coast. The area around Parksville is so ecologically diverse that UNESCO recently designated much of it a Biosphere Reserve (Mt. Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve). CLIMATE The sunny summers, mild winters, and a temperate climate make Parksville a Mecca for year-round active lifestyles in a beautiful natural environment. The City of Parksville is located on the East coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and sheltered by the eastern shore, this superb location allows for beautiful views of beaches, mountains, lakes and rivers. THINGS TO DO If you’re thinking about a home in Parksville, you’ll find lots of interesting things to do in the area. The nearly kilometer long sandy beach attracts swimmers and sunbathers, and the sandy beaches are famous for sand-castle building contests. The ocean, rivers and lakes are a steady source of activity with kayaking, sailing, and fishing. Back on land, the rolling meadows and beautiful mountainside provide endless outdoor activities for every age and interest.  You can learn how the early settlers lived when you visit the Craig Heritage Museum. And, a visit to the Little Qualicum Cheeseworks & Mooberry Winery will show you how their world-class cheeses and fruit wines are made. You can sample cheeses and wine, and tour the facility.
The coming of spring in Parksville is marked with the Brant Wildlife Festival. Canada Day activities and the Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition are favorite summer activities. At Christmas, you’ll enjoy a variety of craft fairs, lighting displays and the exceptional Bethlehem Walk celebration.
PARKSVILLE REAL ESTATE The real estate in Parksville is diverse as its environment. Urban living abounds in its growing downtown area. Families flock to the single family homes and high-end town homes nestled near shopping, services, recreation, restaurants and parks. Large, executive homes rest on acres of land in rural settings. With strong business growth, a growing population, and a reputation as the sunshine capital of British Columbia, Parksville is waiting to be your next home town. Is Parksville for you? Take advantage of our expertise to find out! Call us at 250-951-6200 or 250-954-8817 or send an email. McPherson Group
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