3905A Cadboro Bay Rd
Saanich
V8N 4G3
$7,000,000
Residential
beds: 9
baths: 7.0
6,697 sq. ft.
built: 1908
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 966372
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Year Built:
- 1908
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THE HAVEN: One of a kind, IRREPLACEABLE 0.75acre SOUTH FACING BEACHFRONT ESTATE. A 9 bed, 6.5 bath Estate Property built in 1908 & completely updated in 2016. The sunlit home is prominently placed in the center & steps from sandy Cadboro Bay Beach. The well-appointed & quiet property sits at the end of a private lane. Offering 100+ft of frontage on one of the best southern facing sandy beaches in Victoria, views of sunrises & sunsets over the water, Yacht Club & Olympic Mountains. Between Ten Mile Point & Uplands Estates, it is walking distance to Cadboro Bay Village, Gyro Park, UVic, Royal Victoria Yacht Club & Uplands Golf Club. Enjoy 10' Ceilings on the main with Open Concept Living and a Designer Kitchen + catering pantry. Expansive wood windows, solid wood flooring, vaulted ceilings & Splinters Millwork custom cabinetry throughout. A pickleball sized sport court, a detached garage w/ workshop+ studio & a spacious 2-bed cottage. Mature irrigated 4 season gardens. Paradise Found!
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1908 (Age: 116)
- Close Price Lease Total:
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- Existing Lease Expiry:
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- Living Area:
- 6,697 sq. ft.
- Auxiliary Building Living Area:
- 1,199 sq. ft.
- Main Building Living Area:
- 5,498 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- SE Cadboro Bay, Saanich East
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 7.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 0.75 acre(s)
- Kitchens:
- 2
- Home Style:
- Character
- Taxes:
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- Construction:
- Frame Wood, Other
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
- Foundation:
- Concrete Perimeter
- Roof:
- Asphalt Shingle
- Levels:
- 5
- Other Structures:
- Guest Accommodations, Workshop
- Ceiling Heights:
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- Floor finish:
- Tile, Wood, Other
- Total Building Area:
- 7,255 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 558 sq. ft.
- Commercial Area:
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- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 10
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 3
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 1
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 2
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 3
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 2
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 2
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 1
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 1,236 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 2,177 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 1,757 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 1,564 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 521 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry Features:
- In House, In Unit
- Water supply:
- Municipal
- Sewer:
- Sewer To Lot
- Additional Accommodations:
- Exists
- Cooling:
- None
- Heating:
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Pending Date:
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- Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, See Remarks
- Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Eating Area, Workshop
- Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Partial, Garden, Security System
- Ocean Front
- Private driveway, lane off Cadboro Bay Road right after 3903 and before Seacroft Place and 3911. Do not drive without appointment, pls.
- Main Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
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- Units in Building:
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- Units in Community:
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- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 3 piece baths:
- 3
- Number of 4 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 5 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
- 1
- Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
- 1
- Other Equipment:
- Central Vacuum, Electric Garage Door Opener, Sump Pump
- Property Condition:
- Resale
- Exposure / Faces:
- North
- Layout:
- Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
- Lot Site Features:
- Central Location, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, No Through Road, Park Setting, Private, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Shopping Nearby, Southern Exposure, Walk on Waterfront
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 2
- Garage:
- Yes
- Parking Features:
- Detached, Garage Double
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 5
- Road Frontage Type:
- Lane
- Road Surface Type:
- Paved
- Total Units:
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- Date Listed:
- Jun 05, 2024
- Original Price:
- 7000000.0
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Perfectly positioned on the property to enjoy wide open views of the water and beach along two full sides of the home. -
The corner of the living room enjoys 180 degree water views. At high tide it gives the sensation of being on the prow of a yacht.
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Ample outdoor areas offer opportunities to relax and entertain. From the covered veranda and spa, to the large level lawn and patios, to the soft sandy beach just steps away.
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Green lines approximate where the property lines run. The Main Residence on the beach sits much further forward than any neighbours which allows for 180 degree views and prime sunlight all day long.
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Sitting just steps from the beach and pointing directly south give the home optimal passive solar exposure for light, warmth, and cooling ocean breezes creating energy efficiency.
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Open concept Living Space has wrap around windows & 10' ceilings (15' vault in Living Rm). At high tide, it feels like you can dip your feet into the ocean from the comfort of your living room.
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The active and captivating views are every-changing. From wildlife and sailboats to glorious sunrises and sunsets, you will enjoy a full range of splendour from all the primary rooms in the home.
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From this corner of the living room and veranda, the home owner has taken countless staggeringly beautiful photographs. Some of which are included in the listing photos & a coffee table book for you.
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You will be drawn to the living areas throughout the day to witness the extraordinary natural beauty.
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A gentle morning in the bay. Watch from your veranda as a paddle boarder enjoys the peaceful ride or grab your paddle board or kayak and join in the experience.
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The wide wood windows provide the perfect frame for the everchanging vignette created by the live artistry of weather, lighting and activities on the beach and water.
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The wrap around living area provides room for a typical living room arrangement plus the adjoining sitting area offers the opportunity for a more intimate seating.
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Currently set up for an intimate or private moment, there is plenty of space to accommodate more seating if it is needed.
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The open plan entertaining kitchen has a Bluestar 6 burner NG range and Custom Panel fronted Fridge and Dishwasher. Bespoke cabinetry from Splinters Millworks.
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Beautiful solid wood bar top has room for up to six stools. Hidden behind the central wall of the kitchen is an equally long catering pantry with sink, dishwasher, beverage fridge and freezer.
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180 Degree views from every vantage of the open concept living space. Deep farmers sink and panel front dishwasher with classic white quartz counters are incorporated into the huge island.
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The eating area has plenty of room for a table or kids homework/activity area and a 15' vaulted ceiling. Access through eating area to the lovely sundeck overlooking the gardens and some ocean views.
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The wrap around living space offers easy flow for family living and great options for entertaining since all the main rooms have glass doors leading to the outdoor areas and activities.
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The dining room is large enough for dinner parties and special occasions and, with a view like this, you will find plenty of reasons to entertain more often.
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The dining room is 16 feet long and is open to the living area, making it spacious enough to handle a longer table with room for large dinner parties and special occasions.
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All the principal rooms have wooden sliding glass doors leading out to the waterfront or yard. The flow of activity from inside to outside is set for seamless transition and effortless connection.
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The waterfront veranda offers serene, cool shade for relaxing & dining during the heat of the day, on summer nights, or to storm watch in winter. Soffits pre-wired for outdoor heaters.
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Great for year round outdoor living, the covered veranda has a spa area with equipment storage and a nearby hot water outdoor shower.
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Quick and easy access to year round water activities. The secure storage space under the veranda offers the perfect place to park your water toys. Always time to fit in a beachside walk or a paddle.
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Seaside playground with endless opportunities to engage in healthy activities and relaxing moments. The level and smooth lawns and beach are friendly and accessible for all ages.
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Outside the wide but sheltered bay you will find many smaller islands, including Chatham Islands & Discovery Island Marine Provincial Park.
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On the left is Ten Mile Point Estates which has many walking trails, quaint rocky beach parks and scenic vistas, great for stopping points on longer adventures both on land and water.
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Starting with a rock outcropping called Cattle Point, the Uplands Estates wrap around the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. Cattle Point is a sky watchers hot spot - enjoy the same views from the patio.
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The wide, soft, sandy beach in front of the home is family friendly & quietly enjoyed by locals & summer visitors. To the west- a lively children's beach adjacent to Gyro Park's iconic playground.
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At low tide, the soft sand extends all the way into the protected bay water, making this beach so desirable for walkers, sunbathers, water sports and students learning to sail at RVYC.
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The stone masonry wall, beach logs, dune grass and access gate provide a subtle division from your private property to the beach, while maintaining the expansive views from the home & patio.
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Every days starts with its own unique Sunrise over Ten Mile Point Estates and winds down with colourful sunsets over the Uplands Estates & RVYC. Pour your coffee or wine, relax by the fire and enjoy!
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Separation from the beach to subtlety maintain your privacy but ensure that your view of the water is never compromised, from main level home office & your living areas.
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This large, airy Great Room features what is believed to be the original river rock fireplace. Framed photo above the TV captures The Haven circa 1910-1931, before Cadboro Beach Hotel burnt down.
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Everyday could be a work from home day... You may need to read: How to launch my kayak with blue tooth? or How to get fine sand out of my laptop? to help get you started.
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From the great room you have sliding glass doors to the veranda and the stairs to both the upper and lower levels. A great family space large enough to fit seating for everyone.
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The nook off the Great Room with doors to the veranda is a large space: perfect for creating an art area, library, photography display or hobby area.
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Large Primary Bedroom with walk in closets, 5 piece ensuite with private water closet and an attic storage area perfect for to use for a shoe or accessory cupboard.
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Direct water view of Cadboro Bay, Uplands Estates and Royal Victoria Yacht Club. South west exposure makes for glowing sunsets as this property is one of the last to lose the sun each night.
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Primary Bedroom enjoys the entire southern corner of the residence & has an adjoining bonus room for dressing area, sitting area, library or workout area. The Bedroom faces SW and bonus room SE
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Attached to the primary bedroom, this dressing area and sitting space enjoy SE views and sunrises. Ready to be set up and customized to your taste and requirements.
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The primary ensuite bathroom has dual vanity, a large walk-in shower and a classic claw foot soaker tub. The water closet has a separate room. Spacious vanity and linen cupboard by Splinters Millworks
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Deep clawfoot soaker tub and plenty of storage in the custom Vanity & Linen Tower Cabinet, with pull out drawers, by Splinters Millworks.
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Large Family Bedroom on the second level - 17'x17' with SE views over the beach and of Ten Mile Point.
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11'x11' Bonus room notched into the attic. Perfect for forts and sleepover areas or a reading nook.
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Large Family Bedroom on the second level -16'x 10/12/16'. Bonus space in the attic 7'x13' - great for storage or overflow play. SW views over towards Gyro Park and University of Victoria.
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A wall of closets separates the two family bedrooms on the second level, making these room peaceful and quiet amidst the bustle of family life.
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Family Washroom on the second level. Dual sink vanity custom made by Splinters Millwork.
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3rd level Ensuite XL Bedroom with room for hobbies and relaxing. 22'x16'
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Panoramic views from the loft bedroom on the third floor of the home, this private ensuite bedroom is a great escape with eagle nest views of the beach and yard.
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SE Views from the loft window. A great retreat to relax or use for a hobby space and escape from the hustle and bustle of house life.
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View of the bay to the SW. Beyond the concrete outfall, lies the expansive Cadboro Gyro Beach Park & Playground, adjacent to convenient Cadboro Bay Village.
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The large loft bedroom has its own ensuite, two closets and a number of areas to allow for several different activities. Plus each side of the room has an access door to an attic storage area.
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The loft bedroom ensuite - 3 piece bathroom with shower. Custom furniture vanity conversion.
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Lower level has spacious recreation room with butcher block bar area. Two bonus bedrooms, a bathroom & its own exterior entrance. The massive wrap around crawl space houses the furnace & storage area.
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The courtyard and inviting covered front Entrance enjoy ocean glimpses, building the anticipation for the views within. The subtle side Entrance & Mudroom are for easy daily comings and goings.
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View of the ocean from the Entrance of the home gives a preview of what is to come. This sheltered side of the home is perfect for sun dappled shade from the large Black Walnut Tree.
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The four season gardens surround the home and offer a beautiful frame to every view. The timeless cobbled pavers are used throughout the Estate's outdoor areas.
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Views from the BBQ patio. In a protected nook on the south corner of the home, this patio has a natural gas hook-up. Easy to expand with your outdoor kitchen ideas as electric/plumbing are nearby.
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Low maintenance fully irrigated perennial gardens allow you to spend your time relaxing.
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The front courtyard is a welcoming invitation as you approach with the ocean beyond. The large turnaround offers room for both turning and additional of parking. Surrounded by sheltered lawn & garden.
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From the main house, you feel private and fully separated from the Garage complex, Orchard Cottage and the private laneway beyond.
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Detached 2 Vehicle Garage with workshop & studio suite, significantly renovated with permit in 2016. Garage door and three separate entrances.
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Orchard Cottage was completely renovated in 2016 (with permit). New Hardie-board siding, roof, windows, insulation, electrical wiring & fixtures, plumbing & all new interior finishes, kitchen & bath.
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Orchard Cottage Entrance & Mudroom with Closet. The Cottage is ready to accommodate accessibility needs as it has large spacious rooms and is all one level for both interior and exterior spaces.
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Open concept living area in the guest cottage. Offers almost 1,000 sqft of finished space for guests, in-laws, offices or tenants.
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Large open kitchen with stainless steel appliances with beautiful furniture island included.
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Off the main living area there are two roomy bedrooms with large closets.
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The larger of two large bedrooms with two spacious closets and plenty of room for a study area or king-sized bed.
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Second of two spacious bedrooms with large closet and room for a homework or play area. The two bedrooms are separated by back to back closets to ensure privacy between the rooms.
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Beautiful character vanity in the spacious 4 piece bathroom with side by side in suite laundry.
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Fenced Gardens between the Garage and Orchard Cottage. Each with their own access pathways and surrounding gardens that create privacy between the two buildings.
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Orchard Cottage South Facing Patio with lawn and orchard in the distance.
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Raised Garden Bed is full of Dahlia Flowers & surrounded by large mature roses. A glass green house separates the flower gardens from the Orchard Cottage patio.
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The Fenced Orchard with large lawn area includes: Apple, Plum, Pear, & Cherry Trees. A 11' wide gated access, perfect for overflow parking, a vacation vehicle, boat or trailer.
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Fenced Sport Court is 60'x30', has a secondary perimeter fence and its own equipment gazebo. Surrounded by mature gardens and some spectacular tree species for bright filtered sunlight.
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Sport court is a perfect fit for full size pickleball & badminton. The Fence opposite the adjustable basketball net is a rebounder wall for practicing lacrosse and racket sports on your own.
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Aerial view shows the prominent positioning of the house along the beach and the well laid out sunny Estate. The tree line along the northern borders of the property provides ultimate privacy.
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Sunrise on the water is always different. Each day provides a new canvas and another beautiful start.
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Sunrise View: As the sky slowly brightens, enjoy the quiet water gently lapping at the shore as you transition from slumber to the start your day.
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Sunrise View: The quiet beach is peaceful as it awaits the start of a new day and when the Great Blue Heron will begin to fish along the shore.
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Great Blue Heron are a common sight along the beach and nest at nearby Mystic Ponds. These dramatic, stately birds raise the next generation along this shoreline.
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Great Blue Heron perched on a limb dusted in snow. From this property you will spot many birds including: Bald Eagles, Osprey, Turkey Vultures, Buffleheads and Widgeons.
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Witness many Great Blue Heron that nest near the beach and use the shallow waters to fish.
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Occasionally you will even be visited by a sun bathing Elephant Seal taking advantage of the sandy beach and peaceful sunny afternoon.
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One of the more colourful neighbours.
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And every day winds to an end with its own precious and unique sunset.
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Sunset view from the upper floor. An beautiful reminder that it is time to wind down and settle in, to pause and watch natures majestic finish to the day.
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A n.gas firepit makes beachside gatherings effortless & invites year round use of the outdoor patio- from balmy summer evenings with chilled drinks to cooler days with hot chocolate & fuzzy blankets.
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Seaside gardens and natural landscaping between the beach and the lawn & patios, leaves your views unobstructed.
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The immaculate beachfront estate is ready to be your playground and retreat.
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Enjoy the privacy, solitude and peace found in The Haven Estate. A perfect balance of nature in the city.
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Appreciate the full extent of the sandy bottomed bay. The many islands in the distance help to keep the bay protected from the open ocean. Enjoy a waterfront property that is warm and sheltered.
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Cadboro-Gyro Beach & Park provides a magical playground, a south facing beach, large grassy fields, tennis & sailing club. Adjacent to the Park is the quaint Cadboro Bay Village with 20+ Shops.
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The famous Cadborosaurus Myth began in the 1930's with a number of sightings of the 80 foot long sea serpent. What was once elusive, is now enjoyed by all - the young & young at heart.
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Gyro Octopus is another iconic feature of the Cadboro Gyro Beach Park.
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Find the private, tree lined lane right after 3903 Cadboro Bay Road and before Seacroft Place and 3911 Cadboro Bay Road
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The private paved lane crosses between the Orchard Fence & Sport Court to provide vehicle access for 3905 B & C + Mail Delivery for 3905 A,B,C &D. Turn right onto the cobbled pavers to find the house.
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The wide private cobbled paver driveway allows for parking along one side and has a large turn-about courtyard with additional parking by the Main Residence. The orchard gate is 11' wide.
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Listed by Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd.
Data was last updated June 26, 2024 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 23
- Avg list price:
- $1,869,000
- Min list price:
- $649,000
- Max list price:
- $7,000,000
- Avg days on market:
- 35
- Min days on market:
- 6
- Max days on market:
- 880
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $790.59
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
SE Cadboro Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations.
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