Discover Island Serenity: Homes for Sale on Hornby and Denman Islands
Nestled within the stunning natural beauty of Vancouver Island’s East Coast, Hornby and Denman Islands offer a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of mainland life. These islands, renowned for their pristine beaches, lush forests, and vibrant arts communities, provide a unique opportunity for homebuyers seeking peace and natural beauty coupled with a rich cultural tapestry. Situated just a short ferry ride from Vancouver Island, and in close proximity to the towns of Courtenay and Comox, Denman and Hornby Islands offer the perfect blend of secluded island living with easy access to urban conveniences.
Our Homes for Sale on Hornby and Denman Islands page is designed to bring you the latest MLS listings from these picturesque islands, allowing you to filter through properties that meet your specific needs and dreams. Whether you're searching for a cozy seaside cottage, a sprawling rural estate, or something in between, our listings capture the diverse real estate options available on these enchanting islands.
Set on nearly 13 acres with beautiful mountain views, this thoughtfully renovated 3,400+ sq. ft. home offers room for a blended or extended family and suite potential.
The spacious home has been extensively updated. Wood floors, high ceilings and recessed lighting create bright, welcoming living spaces, while updates include kitchen cabinetry, appliances, windows and doors, and much more.
Outside, established permaculture gardens make the most of the acreage, with mature fruit and nut trees and perennial plantings including pears, plums, figs, quince, hazelnuts and walnuts, along with a number of rarer varieties. A predator-proof chicken enclosure is ready for your flock, with plenty of room to expand the gardens and embrace a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
A detached two-storey studio provides a wonderful space for an artist, maker, home office or creative retreat, while nearby trails invite you to step outside and explore the surrounding landscape.More details
At the end of a quiet country road, this 7.2-acre Denman Island retreat blends contemporary design with productive gardens and forest trails. Built by Orca in 2021, the A-frame buildings include a 2-bed, 2-bath main home currently divided into two living spaces, plus a fully furnished suite for flexibility and income potential. Steel stud framing, screw foundations, metal siding and galvanized steel roofs offer durable, low-maintenance living. Wood stoves, baseboard heat and fast CityWest internet provide everyday comfort. Explore an extensive trail network through professionally assessed forest, or harvest from diverse fruit trees, berries, grapes and asparagus beds. A 20’ x 20’ greenhouse with drip irrigation, timed vegetable beds, perennial gardens and a protected berry pen support a homegrown lifestyle. A 212-ft well producing 4 GPM is supplemented by 5,500 gallons of rainwater storage. Enjoy the brick patio, with beaches and park trails minutes away.More details
Panoramic ocean and mountain views stretch out from this southwest-facing 2.87-acre hillside property, where warm afternoon sunshine gives way to beautiful island sunsets. With a cleared building site, drilled well, driveway, and plenty of usable land, it's a wonderful place to bring your plans to life. Young trees and beautiful arbutus are scattered throughout, creating an open, natural landscape that makes the most of the sunshine and views. A small insulated bunkie offers a place to stay while you build, future guest space, or the option to move or sell it. Septic installation and hydro connection are still required. Within walking distance of the ferry and Denman Village, the location makes commuting to Vancouver Island convenient. With its combination of usable acreage, southwest exposure, and sweeping views, this property offers an exceptional setting for your future island home.More details
Set on a stunning west-facing oceanfront lot, this custom home by Michael McNamara of Blue Sky Design is a masterful blend of contemporary architecture and natural materials.
The open-concept layout is bathed with light from the bank of west-facing windows, with the ocean and mountain views framed by gary oaks and arbutus. The maple and radiant-heat polished concrete floors and custom cabinetry, create a spacious and warm feeling throughout, harmonizing with the surroundings.
Upstairs, the private primary suite is a serene retreat with a walk-out rooftop deck showcasing spectacular sunset views. An attached guest wing provides comfort and privacy for visitors, and the detached carport/storage room could be finished into a workshop.
The garden features roses, ornamental perennials, and fruit and nut trees, with a newly-rebuilt trellis surrounding the home. A private staircase leads down to a sheltered beach, perfect for summer swims.More details
NEW land opportunity - Secure 5.38 enchanting acres of lush regenerating forest of pine, fir, cedar and hemlock located near Denman Provincial Park in the northern area of Denman Island. A fully finished and nicely curated driveway, meandering through this very private treed landscape, leading to a bright and open central building site. Enjoy the majestic eagles soaring above, often sitting in the towering 100 + ft fir gracing the property. Hydro and fibre optics services are available at the property line plus a 6 ft rings dug well and septic capability approval. Walk or bike to the many recreational opportunities nearby ie. Morning Beach Park accessing Sandy Island. A rare spot of serenity and calm, so hard to find. Come and live here or just enjoy this gem as your "get out of the city" place. The PLR is in place for this subdivision. GST included.More details
A truly special opportunity in Whaling Station Bay, just steps across the road from one of Hornby Island’s most beautiful white sand beaches. This vacant property offers an exceptional setting for an island home or retreat, with sunny grassy clearings, mature trees, natural privacy, and a small orchard of fruit trees creating an established, almost storybook feel. Spend your days swimming in the warm, shallow water, beachcombing, walking the shoreline, or exploring the nearby trails of Helliwell Provincial Park. With very few undeveloped properties remaining in this treasured neighbourhood, this is a remarkable chance to create something lasting in one of Hornby’s most sought-after seaside locations. A place to slow down, settle in, and enjoy island life at its best.More details
Just a few doors from one of Denman Island’s most beautiful sandy beaches and a one-minute stroll from Fillongley Provincial Park, this charming 914 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage sits on a peaceful half-acre. Warm maple floors, original kitchen cabinetry and a Norwegian Jøtul woodstove give the home wonderful character, while the bright sunroom bedroom creates the feeling of sleeping outdoors year-round. The property is framed by beautiful cedar and fir trees, productive apple and cherry trees, and space to garden and relax. A thoughtfully built pump house protects the water source and provides heated storage plus covered space for bikes, kayaks and a canoe. Denman is just a 10-minute ferry from Vancouver Island, with Hornby Island only another short ferry ride away — close to everything, but wonderfully away from it all.More details
Rare opportunity on Denman Island: 1.14 acres of walk-on waterfront with an unfinished cabin ready for your vision. Topped with a durable metal roof, the cabin offers a head start on your dream retreat, weekend getaway, or future island home. The property is already connected to the Graham Lake water system and has electricity on site, two major essentials already taken care of. Enjoy direct access to the shoreline from your own land, surrounded by the natural beauty and quiet pace of island life. Denman offers easy ferry access, local farm stands, artisan shops, and some of the most stunning coastline in the Salish Sea. Bring your plans and make this waterfront property your own.More details
Mid-century modern with two titles! This Westcoast home on a 1.21-acre double lot offers
exceptional potential. Built in 1975, the home is wrapped in clear cedar walls and vaulted ceilings, showcasing
a level of craftsmanship and natural material that would be extraordinarily expensive to recreate today. From
the modest front entry, the home opens unexpectedly as the cedar ceilings rise overhead and the spacious
country kitchen becomes the heart of the home. A fully functional wood-fired cookstove brings warmth,
character, and a connection to a simpler way of living. Large windows fill the living room with natural light,
while upstairs bedrooms enjoy glimpses toward Baynes Sound and the mainland mountains. Outside, mature
trees, fenced fruit-growing areas, and sunny gardens complement the peaceful setting. A quiet public beach is
a short walk away, while Denman’s village, cafe, school, medical clinic, community hall, and ferry are all
within an easy bike ride.More details
Listed by Pemberton Holmes Ltd. (Pkvl) and REMAX Ocean Pacific (Crtny)
On Denman’s east shore, this two-storey waterfront home sits above Lambert Channel with long views across calm water to Hornby and Texada Islands. The living and dining area flows through large sliding doors onto an upper deck — water in sight from nearly every angle. Inside: parquet hardwood floors, a wood stove for shoulder-season evenings, and a well-considered kitchen renovation with two-tone cabinetry, subway tile, and stainless appliances. Graham Lake water services this property. A two-flight staircase descends through mature fir and cedar to the rocky foreshore, where the right tide opens up a favourite jumping spot into the sound. Recent updates include roof (2019), deck membrane and railings (2020), beach stairs (2020), and fresh exterior paint (2025). East Road waterfront — the kind of place people don’t leave.More details
Turnkey, furnished vacation home! On a quiet, dead-end road just a few minutes' walk from Denman's popular Fillongley Park, this cosy home features quality construction and an efficient 2-bedroom floor plan. High ceilings and skylights create a sense of light and spaciousness, and the covered porch is lovely place to relax on a warm afternoon. The fully-fenced yard is bright and open, and has RV-ready covered parking. With mature perennials and fruit trees, and bordered by mature evergreens and a large acreage, there is a lovely sense of peace and privacy here. If you'd like to spend you summers swimming, kayaking, and resting by the sea, this could be the spot for you! The home comes fully furnished, with quick possession available! Don't miss it.More details
Set on 2.47 sunny acres in the heart of Hornby Island, this spacious 2013-built home offers room for full-time living, family, guests, or creative pursuits. Features include hardwood floors, a woodstove, metal roof, generous living spaces, and a flexible layout. The main level includes a bright kitchen, dining and living area, primary bedroom, and an impressive 23' x 23' studio/flex room, ideal for an art studio, home office, family room, or additional gathering space. Downstairs are two more bedrooms, a family room, bathroom, dining area, and additional finished space. Outside, enjoy privacy and room to spread out while remaining close to Ringside Market, Tribune Bay, beaches, trails, and island amenities. A drilled well, septic system, large carport, and ample storage complete this versatile year-round Hornby property, offering a rare combination of space, acreage, and central location.More details
