British Columbia is home to some of the most beautiful islands in the world. In addition, its close proximity to the US and Asia also makes it a popular island destination, particularly among those looking for a rustic retreat.

Jesse Island is a 9 acre island located near Nanaimo, British Columbia. The islands most dominate feature is its light beacon which guides the ferry to safe harbor in Nanaimo.  The island is desnsely covered with orginal growth pine, cedar and oak.

Groomed trails meander the island and the island offers both panoramic vistas of the sunrise as well as the snow capped mountains of Whistler (home to the 2010 Olympics).

In addition to being a nature lovers paradise the island also features a beautuiful log cabin which has 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, a library and a 2 car garage. City water, power and telephone are delivered to the island via submarine conduits which eliminate the utility propblem so often encoutered by private island owners. The island is also just a 15 minute boat trop to Nanaimo which offers golf courses, night clubs and gourmet eating.

For more information on this excellent island opportunity visit Private Islands Online.