Fane island
Asking price $1,495,000
Listed by Mark Lester PREC* of Colliers International
Access & Connectivity | Fane Island, British Columbia
Despite its private and secluded setting, Fane Island offers exceptional access for a boat-access private island in British Columbia. Located just off the east side of Pender Island, the island sits within the heart of the Southern Gulf Islands, a region widely recognized for some of the most desirable private islands in BC.
Fane Island is only 0.4 nautical miles from Hope Bay, where a government wharf provides dependable, year-round access. This short crossing is navigable in approximately 98% of the year, making arrivals and departures practical in most weather conditions—an important consideration for island owners seeking both privacy and reliability.
School Access & Family Connectivity
For families considering full-time or seasonal island living, Fane Island offers a rare and workable schooling solution. Pender Island is home to an elementary and middle school serving Kindergarten through Grade 9. High school students attend school on Salt Spring Island, with water taxi service departing from Lyall Harbour, located just a 3.3 nautical mile (approximately nine-minute) boat ride from Fane Island.
This established route makes Fane Island one of the more family-viable private islands for sale in British Columbia, combining independence with access to public education.
Regional & Mainland Access
Access to the wider region is straightforward. BC Ferries provides regular service to Pender Island, connecting residents to Vancouver Island and the mainland transportation network. For owners traveling by private vessel, Fane Island is approximately 38 nautical miles from False Creek in Vancouver, allowing direct boat access to the city and surrounding coastal destinations.
Whether arriving by ferry, water taxi, or private boat, Fane Island offers a level of accessibility that is uncommon among private islands in British Columbia, without sacrificing the privacy that defines true island ownership.
Interested in Fane Island or other private islands in British Columbia?
This property is listed by another brokerage and listing agent. Nicholas Bardon of Oakwyn Realty Ltd. is not the listing agent for this property but would be pleased to represent purchasers. It is important that buyers of private island and remote waterfront properties are represented by an agent experienced in this type of real estate, as the listing agent represents the seller and cannot legally represent your interests as a buyer.
Private island ownership requires local knowledge, discretion, and experience. Contact Nicholas Bardon PREC* to arrange a private discussion, access detailed information, or explore similar off-market island opportunities along the BC coast.
250-686-5064 | nicholasbardon@gmail.com
