This delightful home has a rich history & is nestled on a large lot with easy highway access close to a variety of established professional offices & significant off-street parking. Zoning is C-17 which provides several commercial options such as office, retail, neighborhood pub or restaurant. Inside are spacious rooms, leaded windows & inlaid wood floors. Enjoy a crackling fire in winter & a built-in bookcase will house your book collection. A separate dining room has easy access to a country style kitchen overlooking the back yard. The sun drenched rear deck is a peaceful spot to host summer bbq's. Completing the main level are 2 bdrms & full bathroom. Upstairs are 2 bdrms & in the basement is a low height unauthorized 1 bdrm suite. The balance of this level consists of a den, 4 pc bathroom, laundry & storage area. Be part of Nanaimo's vibrant downtown community where you can walk to concerts, festivals & parades. Bowen Park & Nanaimo's seawall walkway is just blocks away.