Welcome to your North Cowichan private country retreat on 2.69 acres in a desirable rural area just minutes from downtown Duncan and the new hospital. Surrounded by fir, cedar and arbutus, this peaceful property offers mountain views, gardens and over half the land in natural forest for privacy and trails. The sunny acreage also offers gardens, greenhouse and multiple outbuildings including dry storage, woodshed and greenhouse/tool shed. The traditional 1,800 sq ft home features 3 bedrooms plus a small den upstairs. Main level has a 3-piece bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and living area. A second building is perfect for an artist's or potter's studio and a woodworking shop. Imagine having a place to create and display your work! Fruit trees include apple, plum, pear, peach, hazelnut and mulberry. With municipal water, septic and easy highway access just minutes to town, this property offers space, privacy and endless potential.