A rare opportunity to lease the only dwelling on Benson Lake! This off-grid retreat offers total privacy and seclusion, surrounded entirely by crown land—making it a dream getaway for hunters, fishers, and outdoor lovers. Held by the current owner for over 20 years, this government land lease has 11 years remaining before the renewal. The property is fully set up for comfortable, self-sufficient living with a full bathroom (toilet, sink, and shower) plus an exterior outhouse. Off-grid power needs are well-covered with a 17kW generator, solar panels, AGM batteries, inverter, and charge controller. Whether you're after peace and quiet or the perfect outdoor basecamp, this hidden oasis is just 45 minutes from Quesnel—yet feels like a true wilderness escape.
Price:
$199,000
Dwelling Type:
Recreational
Property Type:
Residential
Home Style:
Rancher/Bungalow w/Loft
Bedrooms:
1
Bathrooms:
1.0
Year Built:
1971
Floor Area:
720 sq. ft.66.9 m2
Lot Size:
1.33 acre(s)0.54 hectare(s)
MLS® Num:
R3001575
Status:
Sold
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Kitchen
14'4.27 m × 5'1.52 m
-
Main
Living Room
20'6.10 m × 16'4.88 m
-
Above
Bedroom
20'6.10 m × 10'3.05 m
-
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
3
Aerial view of property and surrounding area with a forest and a nearby body of water
Aerial overview of property's location with a large body of water
View of property location with a large body of water and a heavily wooded area
Bird's eye view of a heavily wooded area and a nearby body of water
Drone / aerial view of a forest and a water and mountain view
View of side of home featuring log exterior, a yard, and a deck
Detailed view of a water view
View of side of home featuring log siding
View of yard featuring a water view and an outbuilding
View of yard with a wooden deck
View of deck
View of home's exterior with an outbuilding and an outdoor structure
Kitchen with freestanding refrigerator, rustic walls, wooden ceiling, wood-type flooring, and brown cabinets
Data was last updated July 17, 2025 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
195
Avg list price:
$429,900
Min list price:
$66,000
Max list price:
$1,790,000
Avg days on market:
54
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
420
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$225.44
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Quesnel. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.