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BENSON LAKE, Quesnel BC V2J 3J8
Quesnel
V2J 3J8
$199,000
Residential
beds: 1
baths: 1.0
720 sq. ft.
built: 1971
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- R3001575
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Year Built:
- 1971
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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.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Dwelling Type:
- Recreational
- Home Style:
- Rancher/Bungalow w/Loft
- Ownership:
- Leasehold prepaid-NonStrata
- Year built:
- 1971 (Age: 54)
- Living Area:
- 720 sq. ft.
- Floor Area - Unfinished:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Building Area - Total:
- 720 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms:
- 1 (Above Grd: 1)
- Bathrooms:
- 1.0 (Full:1/Half:0)
- Kitchens:
- 1
- Rooms:
- 3
- Taxes:
- $300 / 2024
- Lot Area:
- 1.33 acre(s)
- Outdoor Area:
- Balcony
- Water Supply:
- Other
- Water Meter:
- No
- Construction Materials:
- Log, Log Siding
- Foundation:
- Other
- Foundation Description:
- Blocking on Concrete Pads
- Basement:
- Crawl Space
- Roof:
- Asphalt
- No. Floor Levels:
- 2.0
- Other Structures:
- Shed(s)
- Floor Finish:
- Hardwood, Other
- Floor Area Fin - Above Grade:
- 720 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Above Main:
- 240 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Above Main 2:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Main:
- 480 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Below Main:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Below Grade:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Basement:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Floor Area Fin - Total:
- 720 sq. ft.
- Heating:
- Wood
- Fireplace Details:
- Free Standing
- Workshop/Shed Size:
- 12x10
- Patio And Porch Features:
- Patio, Deck
- Parking Features:
- None
- Parking:
- None
- # Of Parking Spaces - Total:
- 0
- # Of Covered Spaces:
- 0.0
- Parking Total/Covered:
- 0 / 0
- Road Surface:
- Gravel
- Suite:
- None
- Balcony
- Gravel Road, Waterfront, Private, Rural Setting, Wooded
- Lake
- Fire Sprinkler System
- 1
- Free Standing Fireplace, Other Structures - Shed(s), Window Coverings, Fire Sprinkler System
- Refrigerator
- Washer, Refrigerator, Stove
- Window Coverings
- CARIBOO LAND DISTRICT, COVERING LAND IN THE VICINITY OF BENSON LK FOR SEASONAL RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES, LEASE/PERMIT/LICENCE # 516766 LBF # 5400228
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main
- Kitchen
- 14' × 5'
- -
- Main
- Living Room
- 20' × 16'
- -
- Above
- Bedroom
- 20' × 10'
- -
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Main
- No
- 3
- Age Restrictions:
- No
- Property Disclosure:
- Yes
- Fixtures Leased:
- No
- Fixtures Removed:
- No
- Home Owners Association:
- No
- Original Price:
- $199,000
- Land Lease:
- Yes
- Land Lease Expiration Year:
- 2036
- Zoning:
- RL-1
- Utilities:
- Water Connected
- Electricity:
- No
- Sewer:
- Other, Septic Tank
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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
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View of property location with a large body of water and a heavily wooded area
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Bird's eye view of a heavily wooded area and a nearby body of water
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Drone / aerial view of a forest and a water and mountain view
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View of side of home featuring log exterior, a yard, and a deck
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Detailed view of a water view
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View of side of home featuring log siding
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View of yard featuring a water view and an outbuilding
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View of yard with a wooden deck
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View of deck
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View of home's exterior with an outbuilding and an outdoor structure
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Kitchen with freestanding refrigerator, rustic walls, wooden ceiling, wood-type flooring, and brown cabinets
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Kitchen featuring rustic walls, freestanding refrigerator, wood ceiling, hardwood / wood-style flooring, and light countertops
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Kitchen with white gas stove, rustic walls, hardwood / wood-style flooring, beam ceiling, and open floor plan
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Kitchen featuring white gas stove, dark wood finished floors, log walls, and wooden ceiling
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Living room featuring an office area, wood-type flooring, log walls, and wood ceiling
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Detailed view of a wood stove, rustic walls, wood finished floors, beamed ceiling, and wood ceiling
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Detailed view of a wood stove, wood finished floors, and rustic walls
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Bedroom with wood ceiling, vaulted ceiling, hardwood / wood-style flooring, and wood walls
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Bonus room featuring wood ceiling, lofted ceiling, wooden walls, and wood finished floors
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Bonus room with vaulted ceiling, wooden walls, and wood ceiling
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Bedroom featuring wooden ceiling, lofted ceiling, hardwood / wood-style flooring, and wooden walls
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Stairway with wood finished floors
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Detailed view of wooden ceiling and a ceiling fan
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Utility room featuring electric panel
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Bathroom with wood ceiling, log walls, and wood-type flooring
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Bathroom featuring toilet and unfinished concrete floors
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View of outbuilding
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Detailed view
Listed by Century 21 Energy Realty(Qsnl)
Data was last updated May 31, 2025 at 04:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 186
- Avg list price:
- $449,900
- Min list price:
- $72,500
- Max list price:
- $1,790,000
- Avg days on market:
- 42
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 373
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $231.95
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Quesnel. Average values are
derived using median calculations.
- JUSTINE PELLETIER
- CENTURY 21 ENERGY REALTY
- 250-255-5818
- justine.m.pelletier@gmail.com
Justine Pelletier
Office Address:
310 St. Laurent Ave, Quesnel BC
Quesnel, BC, V2J 2E1