A Legacy Estate Overlooking Elk Lake—First Time Offered in Over 35 Years Some properties don’t just house families—they nurture generations. This extraordinary 5.23-acre estate, with dual access from Forest Hill and Doyle Road, is one of those rare places. Overlooking Elk Lake with sweeping views to the Olympic Mountains, it’s a cherished landscape of established orchards, abundant fruit and nut trees, terraced vegetable gardens, and gently sloping fields where animals have roamed freely for decades. Trails lead down through the trees to lakefront pathways, inviting connection with nature at every turn. The main residence is over 3,000 sq.ft. of thoughtfully designed one-level living, with four bedrooms each featuring its own ensuite. Every window frames a view of the land that has been so lovingly tended. The heart of the home—a spacious kitchen and family room—flows to an expansive outdoor deck with a handcrafted brick forno oven, evoking long European summer evenings and memorable family gatherings. Downstairs, a walk-out one-bedroom suite offers independent space with its own entrance and outdoor patio. A second home—perfect for extended family, guests, or caretakers—features 2 to 3 bedrooms and its own double garage. Rarely do properties like this come to market. Held in the same family for over 35 years, this is more than a home. It’s a story waiting to be continued, a place to plant roots and create lasting memories for generations to come. (id:44393)
| MLS® Number | 1012177 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Neigbourhood | West Saanich |
| Parking Space Total | 10 |
| Plan | Vip34232 |
| Structure | Greenhouse, Shed |
| Bathroom Total | 8 |
| Bedrooms Total | 7 |
| Constructed Date | 1980 |
| Cooling Type | See Remarks |
| Fireplace Present | Yes |
| Fireplace Total | 1 |
| Heating Type | Forced Air |
| Size Interior | 5,972 Ft2 |
| Total Finished Area | 5307 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Acreage | Yes |
| Size Irregular | 5.24 |
| Size Total | 5.24 Ac |
| Size Total Text | 5.24 Ac |
| Zoning Description | A-1 |
| Zoning Type | Residential |
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Level | Bedroom | 10 ft | Measurements not available x 10 ft | |
| Lower Level | Laundry Room | 8'4 x 6'3 | ||
| Lower Level | Bathroom | 4-Piece | ||
| Lower Level | Kitchen | 10 ft | Measurements not available x 10 ft | |
| Lower Level | Entrance | 6 ft | 7 ft | 6 ft x 7 ft |
| Lower Level | Storage | 11'8 x 17'2 | ||
| Main Level | Ensuite | 3-Piece | ||
| Main Level | Primary Bedroom | 15 ft | Measurements not available x 15 ft | |
| Main Level | Ensuite | 5-Piece | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 14'2 x 11'8 | ||
| Main Level | Ensuite | 4-Piece | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 19 ft | 19 ft x Measurements not available | |
| Main Level | Bathroom | 4-Piece | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 12 ft | Measurements not available x 12 ft | |
| Main Level | Family Room | 23'3 x 16'2 | ||
| Main Level | Laundry Room | 8'2 x 9'6 | ||
| Main Level | Bathroom | 2-Piece | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 19'9 x 19'3 | ||
| Main Level | Dining Room | 11'5 x 15'8 | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 16'3 x 19'3 | ||
| Main Level | Entrance | 7'10 x 14'8 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 9'6 x 7'7 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 6'9 x 12'9 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 12'9 x 12'1 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 15'4 x 20'10 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 24'6 x 21'3 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Bedroom | 11'6 x 10'9 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Bathroom | 4-Piece | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Other | 6 ft | 6 ft x Measurements not available | |
| Auxiliary Building | Primary Bedroom | 16'4 x 9'9 | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Bathroom | 2-Piece | ||
| Auxiliary Building | Dining Room | 9 ft | Measurements not available x 9 ft | |
| Auxiliary Building | Kitchen | 9 ft | Measurements not available x 9 ft | |
| Auxiliary Building | Living Room | 12 ft | Measurements not available x 12 ft |
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Personal Real Estate Corporation
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