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$4,800,000

2886 Marine Drive, Blind Bay, BC

Other at 2886 Marine Drive in Blind Bay, BC currently offered at $4,800,000.

Beds: -
Baths: -
Sq Ft: -
Built: 2006

Property Specifications

Annual Taxes: $7,270
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Water Source: Community Water User's Utility
Sewer / Septic: Septic tank
Heating
Ownership Type: Freehold

The Property

Presenting the offering of Bayside Marina & Grill - a rare chance to acquire a proven waterfront business on Shuswap Lake in Blind Bay. This established marina includes two properties. 2886 Marine Drive has two on-site homes (one with a suite), extensive parking, and storage facilities. The foreshore lease property at 2509 Blind Bay Road (no title) has a 112 slip marina, licensed restaurant, fuel dock, boat launch, and rentals. The marina provides moorage, fuel, and a full lineup of premium rentals - ski boats, pontoons, Sea-Doos, kayaks, paddleboards, and towables - serving a loyal and growing summer market. The restaurant is open seven days a week and known for crowd-pleasing classics, busy patio service, and strong seasonal demand. A true lifestyle business, the property's residential homes allow for a dream live/work lifestyle on the lake. Blind Bay is one of the Shuswap's most popular destinations, drawing visitors who enjoy its' warm water, protected bays, and easy access to breathtaking lake destinations like Copper Island and Watersport activity areas. With consistent tourism, excellent visibility, and multiple income streams, this is a turnkey commercial offering with long-term stability and growth opportunities in the heart of the Shuswap. Full details are available with a signed Confidentiality Agreement. We respectfully ask that you do not approach staff about this opportunity as it is an operational business. (id:63761)

Local Area Context • Blind Bay

Living in Blind Bay

A primarily residential waterfront enclave functioning as a leisure-oriented satellite to Salmon Arm, defined by a resort-like atmosphere and reliance on private rural services.

Local Due Diligence & Property Realities

Infrastructure in Blind Bay presents a significant departure from urban standards. There are no municipal water or sewer systems; instead, the community relies on a fragmented patchwork of private utilities, small community water systems, and individual wells. Wastewater is managed through private septic systems, which represent a significant long-term financial liability and require strict maintenance protocols. The lack of local urgent care means medical emergencies create a "cost of distance" requiring travel to the regional hospital in Salmon Arm. Winter brings a sharp reduction in activity as seasonal residents depart. The north-facing orientation of the bay means homes receive less winter sun compared to the north shore of the lake. Provincial road maintenance prioritizes the Trans-Canada Highway over residential cul-de-sacs and side roads, so residents in higher-elevation areas must often manage their own snow removal.

First-party area intelligence by Jeff Ragsdale, REALTOR®Full Blind Bay Area Guide