A Majestic Oceanfront Country Estate On The Saanich Inlet...
$ 14,900,000
ML# 233557

This exceptional and impressive secluded Oceanfront Estate of 27 acres (10.9 hectares) is situated in a prime location on the Saanich Inlet (48°40’N., 123°30’W) with a South West exposure and panoramic marine views. Coming off a small country lane the estate is approached down a long forested winding driveway which comes in to a circular drive which leads to the residence impressive porte-cochere.

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Residence: The charming classic English Tudor style residence originally built in the 1920’s has been the subject of very extensive restoration, upgrading and re-build by well regarded craftsmen. The original charm and grandeur has been retained! The home features leaded windows, beamed ceilings, French doors, hardwood floors, panelled walls, picture windows, spacious rooms, four fireplaces, six or seven bedrooms, six bathrooms and Stone and stucco with timbers exterior. Architectural excellence and meticulous attention to detail and quality are evident throughout this fine home. See floor plans below.

Main Floor: The main floor of 3483 square feet (324 square metres) features a spacious entrance and an inviting large foyer with inglenook fireplace; panelled and beamed library/den with a large granite fireplace; spacious and impressive living room with fireplace, elegant dining room which can be closed off with solid wood sliding doors; sun room overlooking the garden off living room; small bar off foyer; modern well planned gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances plus eating area and pantry. The living room, dining room, sunroom and kitchen all open through French doors to a large Verandah running the width of the home. The floor plan of the home is well suited to entertaining.

Second Floor: The second floor of 3244 square feet (301 square metres) is approached up an impressive wide open stairway and landing. The Master Suite - bedroom being 19 x 18 feet (5.8 x 5.5 metres) opening onto a large deck area and adjoining dressing room, sitting room/office or bedroom and five piece bathroom with heated floor; three further bedrooms all with en-sites bathrooms. Laundry is conveniently located on the landing hall way.

Third Floor: The third floor of 1461 square feet (136 square metres) features the original v-joint panelling. There are two bedrooms, three piece bathroom and a large Games room/billiard room being 28 x 24 feet (8.5 x 7 metres).

Basement: The basement which is unfinished has a wine cellar, storage rooms, an area that could be finished for other uses and the mechanical/furnace/electrical room.

Property: A beautiful secluded level property of 27 acres (10.9 hectares) +/- mostly in its natural wooded state with trails and pathways through out. The area immediately about the home is beautifully landscaped with an English country garden having feature pond and fountain, rock gardens, rose garden, variety of flowers and shrubs. There is a professional sized Tennis Court, Unique Tree House, Greenhouse (requiring attention), vegetable gardens and several outbuildings. There is a boardwalk and pathway to the impressive oceanfront.

Waterfront: Prime south west facing water frontage of about 350 feet (107 metres) +/- boundary to boundary - see plan below. The easily accessed foreshore is medium to low height and rocky with a small cove. There is a possibility that a dock could be installed however, you can moor your boat offshore seasonally.

Guest/Staff Suite: A charming self contained two level 677 square foot (63 square metre) plus storage area suite which adjoins the garage. Suitable for guests/family or staff.

Garages: Two garages and a carport for a total of 1536 square feet (143 square metres).

Stables: Stables of 407 square feet (38 square metres) having two stalls and tack area plus hay loft opening onto a large paddock area. The property is suitable for a few horses having trails plus the general area of Mt. Newton has a number of horse trails.

Services: Domestic Water - Wells and storage tanks. Sewer - Septic System Electrical - 400 amp recent upgrading.

Heating and Hot Water: Two high-end efficient computerised boilers and domestic hot water system by Viessmann (German). Plus some radiant in-floor bathroom heating.

Location: Located on the west side of the Saanich Peninsula in the Saanich Inlet (48°40’N., 123°30’W) in an area of fine homes! The Saanich Inlet being about 21 kilometres (13 miles) long offers excellent boating, kayaking, swimming, diving, fishing, shrimping, molluscs and a variety of marine and wild life. The property is situated in the Municipality of Central Saanich (population about 16,000) and is close to shopping (Brentwood Bay and Saanichton), golf courses, schools, hospital and small marinas. Ferries (Vancouver, Gulf Islands, Washington State); major marinas; Airport and Town of Sidney are about a 15-minute drive away. The property is situated about 22 kilometers (14 miles) north of Victoria - the Capital of British Columbia.

This well positioned notable classic residence is offered at $14,900,000