PARKSVILLE/QUALICUM BEACH
Being that Parksville and Qualicum are near the Comox Valley, they make great places to retire for the same reasons as the Comox Valley.
The price of property is extremely low compared to those of more populated areas. In this area, you can find some of the most beautiful homes on private, waterfront property for cheaper than the price of an older, single family home on a condensed, busy street in an urban city.
Seniors activities are a big draw in this part of the island. There is already a large percentage of older residents in Parksville and Qualicum Beach, which means there is a big culture of group activities with people of that age.
The Parksville-Qualicum Beach community has every possible activity, club, and organization that you can think of. Whether it’s kayaking, fishing, tennis, golf, curling, hiking, swimming, knitting, scrapbooking, etc. you are sure to find something that you can enjoy with others on a regular basis.
The beaches in the Parksville-Qualicum area are extremely popular and many resorts and spas have taken advantage of the beautiful, peaceful scenery. In the summer, Parksville Beach is home to “Beach Fest”, which happens to be a qualification event for Sand-Sculpture competitions.