This dramatic Oceanfront country estate is designed with the ocean in mind! Situated in Deep Cove (48 ° 41Â’N.,123 ° 29Â’W) on the Saanich Inlet with expansive South West marine views over the Inlet and Satellite Channel and of the distant mountains plus the wonderful sunsets – ever changing views!

The Property: This private gated property of 2.30 acres (0.931 hectares) +/- with a south west exposure offers outstanding marine views. The mostly level property with water frontage of 725 feet (221 metres) +/- having a slight slope from the road is beautifully landscaped with lawns and a great variety of plants, shrubs, ornamental and fruit trees plus many mature trees such as arbutus (aka madrona), fir, oak, maple, cedar on the perimeter of the property. The property with an irrigation system is mostly fenced. There is a large fenced vegetable garden plus a 246 square foot (22.9 square metre) greenhouse with hydro and water situated in the middle of the property. See survey plan below.

Main Residence: Approached through large gates down a long tree lined drive way paralleling the east property line the main residence is sited at the oceans edge! The brick and wood siding exterior home with some recent upgrades is on two levels being about 6,000 square feet (557.4 square metres). This fine country three bedroom (possible fourth) and five bathrooms home has been designed for family and entertaining. Some features: Large picture windows, spacious rooms, open plan kitchen/living/dining room, vaulted cedar living/dining room ceiling, all main rooms with water views, wood and carpeted floors, three fireplaces (stone and brick), modern gourmet kitchen with fireplace/oven, brick and natural wood finishes, large circular stairway, elevator, spacious open two level high front entrance hall, wine cellar and tasting room, large two car garage with work shop area, hot water heating, two large deck areas overlooking the ocean. See floor plans below.

Guest House/Gate House: A charming well maintained shingle sided two level (3700 square foot (344 square metre) residence situated at the rear (north) of property. Both levels have separate entrances so that there are two use options – single family or for two families sharing. See floor plan below.

Cottage: A small quaint cottage of 599 square feet (56 square metres) is set in center of property. See floor plan below.

Waterfront: The prime waterfront of 430 feet (131 metres) +/- is mostly low bank with rocky outcropping having easy access to the water and two beach areas – one beach has a special area for fish cleaning and crab cooking. The foreshore has a point of land which creates a small cove for safe moorage (see dock paragraph). The waterfront is ideal for having small boats, kayaks and for summer swimming. One could add a mooring buoy if so desired. See chart below.

Dock: An excellent all weather and tide (depending on boat draft) dock of 50 feet (15.24 metres) x 8.00 feet (2.44 metres) tucked into a small protected cove. Depth at high tide is about 14 feet (4.27 m) and low tide about 2 to 3 feet (0.61 to 0.91 m). Hydro and water are in place. There is an aquatic licence – Specific Permission for Private Moorage #113714 for an area of 0.111 acre (0.045 hectares) in place which can be assumed. A great feature being able to moored your boat at your own protected dock!

Swimming Pool and Hot Tub: The outdoor 38 x 15 feet (11.6 x 4.6 metres) swimming pool with average depth of 4 feet (1.22 metres) and hot tub are sited at the oceans edge being surrounded on three sides by large bricked patio area. There is a recreation room with stone fireplace plus a small entertainment kitchenette on the lower level of the home of which both open onto the pool area. See plan below.

Services:
Domestic water – Municipal. Plus well with storage tank.
Hydro – 400 amps.
Sewer – Three septic systems.

Located: Located in a prime residential area on a quiet country road in Deep Cove on the west side of the Saanich Peninsula within the District of North Saanich (population 11,000). Close to a small marina, renowned Deep Cove Chalet restaurant, small country store, parks and only a short distance to Ferries (Vancouver, Gulf Islands and Washington State) airport, recreation centre, many large marinas, golf courses, schools and the Town of Sidney (population 11,300) which offers all amenities. The area offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, prawning, swimming and diving. Plus a great variety of marine, wild and bird life.

This desirable well maintained home and property offers so much for those who want waterfront country living in a prime location.

Buyers should note that information is submitted as descriptive as to type and quality of residence and property only. Figures relating to size and quantum must be taken as approximate. Buyers are responsible to verify to their satisfaction all pertinent information

Local Links:

• District of North Saanich
• Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
• Town of Sidney Official Site
• VancouverIsland.com: Sidney
• VancouverIsland.com: North Saanich
• Panorama Recreation Centre
• Mary Winspear Centre
• Victoria Airport YYJ
• BC Ferries
• Washington State Ferries
• Saanich Inlet Dive Sites
• Capital Regional District

The Property

Ever Changing, Expansive Ocean Views. Protected Private Dock. Beautifully Landscaped With Lawns And A Great Variety Of Plants And Trees. Fine Country Home Of 6,000 Square Feet With Three Bedrooms And Five Bathrooms. Also Offers Guest Home And Cottage, Swimming Pool And Hot Tub.

Location

Located In A Prime Residential Area On A Quiet Country Road In Deep Cove.  Close To A Small Marina, Renowned Deep Cove Chalet Restaurant, Muse Winery, Country Store, Parks And Only A Short Distance To Ferries, Airport, Recreation Centre, Golf Courses, Schools And The Town Of Sidney.