VC08 - North Shore

M (#1) Feel virtuous indulging in green home essentials like hand-printed, vinylfree wallpapers by Boston’s Mod Green Pod ($110 to $130 per roll) and gorgeous certified-organic blankets by Montreal’s LoooLo textiles ($85 to $530). H5–925 Main St., in the Village at Park Royal, West Vancouver, 778-280-3610.

B.C. Binning House (#2) Completed in 1941, the home designed by the late artist and architect is a West Coast modern gem. 2968 Mathers Cres., West Vancouver.

Bella Ray (#3) The focus here is on local labels— look for reasonably priced denim lines Dish and Fidelity alongside surfer-girl-inspired apparel, accessories, and swimsuits, plus bath and beauty products to indulge in. 63 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver, 604-985-8511.

Kiss and Makeup (#4) For boutique lines of cosmetics and skin-care products favoured by pros and celebrities alike, look no further. The selection of gifts is nice, too — see the beautifully wrapped soaps from Fresh, and scented candles from Malin+Goetz and Bond No. 9. They also carry Koture clutches and jewellery by CC Skye and Double Happiness. H2–925 Main St., in the Village at Park Royal, West Vancouver, 604-922-6292.

Room 6 (#5) This charming little shop stocks home accessories, jewellery, stationery, and apparel for him, her, baby, and your little dog, too. 4389 Gallant Ave., Deep Cove, 604-628-8484. Honey Doughnuts and Goodies Be sure to swing by nearby Honey for one of its legendary cakey doughnuts. 4373 Gallant Ave., Vancouver 604-929-4988

Les Amis du Fromage (#6) Allison and Alice Spurrell stock the Lower Mainland’s best selection of B.C. artisanal cheeses, bar none, and supply many of the city’s finest restaurants. 518–2002 Park Royal South, in the Park Royal Shopping Centre, West Vancouver, 604-925-4218; and 1752 W. Second Ave., Vancouver, 604-732-4218.

The Beach House at Dundarave Pier (#7) Brunch as the locals do it: have decadent brioche French toast topped with strawberries, bananas, and Chantilly cream in a room overlooking spectacular scenery. At lunch pasta takes centre stage. 150 25 St., West Vancouver, 604-922-1414.

La Régalade (#8) Decorated French bistro serves flawless French-country fare. Chef Alain Rayé’s hearty terrines, casseroles, and stews are legendary. 103–2232 Marine Dr., West Vancouver, 604-921-2228.

Liberty (#9) The home store for people who use “summer” as a verb: picture Royal Doulton stemware, tufted chaises longues, lead-crystal chandeliers — all elegant and understated. It’s also the exclusive West Coast distributor of Sarah Richardson’s eponymous furniture line. 1037 Marine Dr., North Vancouver, 604-988-6695.

REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACE

2695 Marine Dr.
$1,749,000
{Specs} 3,826 sq. ft., four bedrooms, three baths; views; steps to Dundarave Village.