Bill is a respected Cowichan Valley Realtor who brings a strategic yet personable approach to the home buying and selling process. He listens closely to his clients’ needs and desires—always with their best interests at heart. With buyers, he insists on matching them with the right property and neighbourhood to best suit their lifestyle. When selling a property, his proven ability guides his clients through a stress-free and successful transaction, ensuring the best value for their home.; Treating clients like family is a guiding principle for Bill. His honesty, enthusiasm, and supportive nature create strong relationships with his clients and as such he has a successful referral business and many ties to the community. Bill is a BC native and has lived on Vancouver Island for over 25 years and worked over 20 years in the business in the Valley.
Bill has a background in aviation as a pilot and aircraft maintenance engineer. His company managed multi-million dollar projects both internationally and domestically. He has taught courses at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Northern Lights College. He is an active member of the Duncan Flying Club and supports local causes such as Children’s Hospital, United Way, MS Society, Salvation Army and the Cowichan Hospital Foundation. Bill and his wife Loree reside in beautiful Cowichan Bay and enjoy their off time golfing, flying, hiking, biking and kayaking in and around this amazing part of the world.
Welcome to this spacious 3175sqft, 3BD, 3BA home offering a flexible & functional layout with room for the whole family. The main living area (upstairs) includes a bright living room, kitchen, & dining space with deck access—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet & ensuite, complemented by a 3rd bedroom (no closet), a full bathroom, & additional hallway walk-in storage. The entry level features a generous family room & rec room with wood stove & wet bar, along with a bedroom, full bathroom, mudroom, & laundry area with access to the backyard & deck. The home is set on a private 0.42-acre lot with a tranquil pond. It also includes an attached double garage, crawl space storage, and a large RV garage with workshop and additional parking for RV & boat. Recent updates include new flooring, fresh paint, upgraded insulation, and a new electrical panel. This is an Estate sale — sold “as is, where is” and is move-in ready and full of potential.More details
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Welcome to 3315 Dogwood Road in Chemainus, a well-maintained home offering comfort, flexibility, and beautiful ocean views across Stuart Channel.
The entry level features a family room, third bedroom, and full bathroom—ideal for guests or a home office. Upstairs, the main level is filled with natural light and positioned to take full advantage of the ocean views. Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with maple cabinetry, tile backsplash, and an eat-at peninsula. The living room includes a natural gas fireplace and opens onto a view deck. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and ensuite with soaker tub and separate shower, along with a second bedroom and powder room.
Set on an 8,065 sq ft lot with a tiered backyard, patio and double garage with extra parking. Located in a desirable area of Chemainus, this home is close to shopping, schools, parks, recreation, golf, beaches, and restaurants, offering a wonderful balance of lifestyle and convenience.More details
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Welcome to this spacious 2218sqft split-entry home set on a private corner lot in a quiet, central Chemainus neighbourhood. This well-maintained home offers 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with a functional family layout. The main level features a bright kitchen with eating area and access to a private patio, formal dining room with patio access, and a sunken living room with fireplace and plenty of natural light. A cozy sunken family room with its own fireplace, bedroom, laundry room, powder bathroom, and unheated sunroom provide additional living space and flexibility. Upstairs are 3 BDs, including a generous primary suite with walk-in closet, ensuite & private balcony with some ocean views. 2 more BDs & BA complete the upper level. Outside you'll find a south-facing patio & balcony, attached double garage, RV parking & a large detached garage/workshop. Centrally located & close to shopping, parks, schools, recreation & all the amenities Chemainus has to offer. Quick possession available.More details
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Welcome to this stunning West Coast contemporary home in The Rise on Maple Bay, offering ocean views over Maple Bay and Birds Eye Cove. With 2391sqft over 3 levels, this 4 bed, 4 bath home blends modern style with functional living. The main level features open-concept living, dining & kitchen with vaulted ceilings and views. The kitchen boasts solid wood cabinetry, quartz counters, tile backsplash and a large island with waterfall countertop. The primary bedroom on the main includes a walk-in closet & ensuite, plus a 2nd bedroom for guests or office space. Upstairs offers 2 more bedrooms & a full bathroom. The lower level includes a family room with ocean views, full bathroom, laundry & flex room. Over 400sqft of crawl space provides excellent storage. Set on a 0.32-acre lot with low-maintenance landscaping, metal roof & cement fibre siding. Heat pump for year-round comfort. Double garage & large concrete driveway for extra parking. Close to recreation, marina & float plane service.More details
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)
Brand-new 2087 sqft two-level home with mountain views — No GST for 1st time buyers plus a fully self-contained legal suite for added income! The main home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs, plus a 4th bedroom on the entry level. Bright, open-concept living features an electric fireplace and luxury vinyl plank flooring. The modern kitchen includes quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, full appliance package, and deck access. The primary bedroom boasts a walk-in closet and a 5pc ensuite with heated tile floors. Enjoy year-round comfort with a ductless heat pump and supplemental electric heat. The separate, legally metered 1-bedroom suite includes its own heat pump, private laundry, quartz counters, and full appliances—ideal as a mortgage helper or for extended family. LP board-and-batten siding, oversized single garage, and a fully fenced yard complete this smart investment.More details
Listed by Bill McGowan of RE/MAX Island Properties (DU)