843 Newport Avenue

INCREDIBLY SPECIAL! This exquisite South Oak Bay home is sited on a double lot backing onto the Victoria Golf Club; beautifully upgraded and meticulously presented inside and out!

The bright and airy interior features hardwood floors throughout the main level, with custom cabinetry, millwork and built-ins, French doors, skylights, feature windows, gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings and custom window coverings.

A sunny kitchen overlooks the back garden towards the golf course and includes a center island with bar seating, honed granite countertops, high-end appliances including double wall ovens, and six burner gas range, and access out to the sundeck and BBQ area.

The elegant living room, boasts a beautiful feature gas fireplace and oversized windows, and the adjacent dining room overlooks and includes access to the back gardens, sundeck and covered outdoor dining space.

A lovely office or bedroom, and a new three-piece bath with imported fixtures are also located on the main level of the home, and a side entry from the garage leads conveniently into the kitchen.

A few steps up from the kitchen, the family room is a generous and welcoming space to enjoy with built-in bookshelves, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, built-in window seats, and room for the whole family!

Upstairs, the primary suite features a private balcony that overlooks the golf course, and a chic ensuite bath that includes custom vanity, double shower heads and heated tile floors.

A beautifully appointed 3-piece bathroom and two additional bedrooms are also located on the upper level – one with built-in captain’s bed and ladder to loft area.

Downstairs, the spacious lower level offers lots of flexibility with a large games/media area with cozy gas fireplace, a spacious bar/kitchenette with fridge, dishwasher and microwave, and a bedroom with ensuite bath. A large laundry room with sink and extra storage leads conveniently out to the garage, and a generous walk-in storage room is also located on this level.

Outside, the property is simply spectacular and incredibly private! Manicured lawn areas are bordered by sculpted boxwood, hedging and complimented by beautiful flower gardens and specialty plantings that bloom from early spring throughout the fall.

The fabulous new cedar sundeck includes a barbecue area off the kitchen, and a sitting or dining space in the lovely covered gazebo which is surrounded by white hydrangeas!

The entire property was completely excavated, redesigned and professionally landscaped in 2011/2012, with new multi-zone irrigation system, custom fence and gates and extensive new plantings and hedging. Flagstone pathways connect the front and back yards, and the expansive basalt stone tiled patio features multiple conversation areas, with a gorgeous feature fountain, fire table, and expandable dining space.

Located on one of the most desirable streets in Oak Bay, this home is just minutes from the best private and public schools, and a short stroll from the oceanfront, parks, and the Oak Bay Marina.

Nearby, Oak Bay Village offers boutique shopping, casual and upscale dining options as well as many other shops, services and amenities, and downtown Victoria is a short 8 minute drive from your door.

This cherished property is indeed a rare offering, so beautifully blending warmth and character features with upscale sophistication and modern amenities: a simply magical place to call home!