It’s billed with the description: “incredible waterfront estate’s wooden boardwalks meander through lush forest, between the cedar siding and copper accenting of the majestic four-bedroom, four-bathroom main residence, a luxurious two-bedroom guest house, and cozy children’s tree house.”.It’s all yours for a mere $18,750,000 — and it’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Tofino bolthole..Trudeau caused a storm of controversy over the weekend when he skipped the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to fly his family to the surfing town of Tofino, on Vancouver island..Despite his official itinerary saying he was in meetings in Ottawa, he was later photographed walking on the beach and sitting with a beer on the deck of the patio of the home, now up for sale with Sotheby’s International Realty..It’s called Surfer’s Paradise and actually takes up two lots on Lynn Road in Tofino.. Screen-Shot-2021-10-04-at-1.47.54-PMSurfer’s Paradise, where Trudeau stayed. Courtesy Sotheby’s. .The main house sits on 1.19 acres, and has seven bathrooms and six bedrooms..“A hand-carved front door invites residents into a skillfully crafted designer main home, renovated six years ago,” says the Sotheby’s ad.. Screen-Shot-2021-10-04-at-1.50.33-PMNice place for a beer. Courtesy Sotheby’s .“Inside, white oak and Italian tile flooring, recycled barn wood ceilings and accent walls, custom cabinetry, granite and quartz counter-tops, in addition to Sub Zero and Miele appliances are showcased throughout open-concept living areas, most of which enjoy unobstructed views of the beachfront..“Here, ensuites are available in all bedrooms for the privacy of the inhabitants, who are encouraged to enjoy massive upper, middle, and ground floor sundecks offering a variety of vantage points from which to survey the beach or hide from the midday heat.. Screen-Shot-2021-10-04-at-1.55.35-PMThe study where Trudeau perhaps made his apologetic phone calls to First Nations leaders. Courtesy Sotheby’s. .“Superbly equipped to enjoy Tofino’s outdoors, this main residence boasts an outdoor surf shower, and a secure outdoor storage locker for bikes and boards..“A ground-level entrance offers access to a giant mudroom with accompanying built-in gear storage, while an ensuite shower and super-sized laundry area are available to wash away the grime. Steps away, the outdoor hot tub stands ready to soothe, and relax.. Screen-Shot-2021-10-04-at-2.00.38-PMRelaxing place to end the day. Courtesy Southby’s .“The guest house, built in 2014 to match the main house, is equipped with a luxurious kitchen and living room, a spacious, rubber-surfaced, self-draining private deck, as well as a gym, and 2-car attached garage..“Tastefully lit for evening walks amongst the trees, the well-maintained boardwalks lead directly to each residence, the sandy beach, as well as a generous private beachfront deck. Here, a built-in fire pit is an ideal spot to warm up after a surf, keep an eye on your sandcastle, or take in the sun setting over the ocean..“Experience the West Coast lifestyle elegantly, with its stunning views and limitless recreational potential at your doorstep.”.There’s no word on how much, if anything, Trudeau paid in rent to stay at the property.. SLIDE SHOW: Take a peek inside Trudeau’s Tofino hideaway .Dave Naylor is the News Editor of the Western Standard.,dnaylor@westernstandardonline.com,.Twitter.com/nobby7694
