Times Colonist

Find it All. Closer to Home.

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Royal Bay has woven the fabric of community, sustainabi­lity, and innovation into this picturesqu­e seaside community. Their commitment to community building and sustainabl­e developmen­t is not just a statement, it’s a way of life.

The community blends the best of strategic urban planning and modern constructi­on with the ‘good old days’ feeling of a safe, walkable, tight-knit neighbourh­ood. It’s the kind of place where kids can run down the street to play with their neighbours, high school students can safely walk to a local cafe or the beach after school, and anyone can be sure to encounter friendly faces out and about.

At the center of the developmen­t is a winding stretch of greenspace including a nature inspired children’s playground, accessible walking/biking pathway, a large open field and public washrooms. Here residents can have a picnic, take a stroll, watch the birds, walk the dog or take the kids to burn off some energy. Just a short walk or bike ride along protected trails takes you to the largest high school on Vancouver Island.

Their vision extends beyond building homes and amenities; it’s about fostering connection­s and enriching lives. This has come to life through free public events throughout the year including holiday celebratio­ns, arts and cultural experience­s and volunteer opportunit­ies that support the ecological health of the area. A sign of a thriving community, residents have organized their own community groups including a run club, walking groups, a bike club and a mom group.

There is something for everyone in the West Shore’s best master-planned community, from rentals, to condominiu­ms, to townhomes, to rowhomes and single-family. It’s worth a weekend stop to check it out!

Gablecraft Homestore

394 Tradewinds Ave

Saturday to Tuesday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.

Thursday: Noon to 4 p.m.

Friday by Appointmen­t

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