For those looking to get away from the city but stay near the ocean, "Hole in the Wall" could be the answer.
The off-the-grid floating fishing lodge is located off of Nootka Sound on Vancouver Island's west coast, in a little sheltered body of water called Critter Cove. It's essentially two cabins floating on connected docks, along with picnic tables, a fire pit, and more.
The lodge was built by a large family to create a place to fish and enjoy nature; as such, it has seven bedrooms and three bathrooms. Those looking to follow in the family's footsteps could seek out salmon, halibut, spot prawns and more from the substantial structure.
At $789,000 it's relatively inexpensive when compared to other homes on B.C.'s coast; in Vancouver, a one- or two- bedroom condominium is what you're looking at for the same price.
That said, it's unlikely to be a permanent residence, given its remoteness and how rough winters can be on the Pacific, even in a sheltered cove. It's so remote the closest community is Gold River, an already relatively remote village; it's 40 minutes away by boat. The village of Tahsis is also close, relatively speaking.
However, it does have plenty on offer to hole up for a while: modern items like a dishwasher, satellite TV and a deep fryer (among other things).
It should be noted that because it's floating, no land is part of the deal.
