Sunrise at Arbutus Cove Park, Victoria BC Canada, Feb 03/14
Blair Veenstra - 2554 Arbutus Rd- Saanich East SOLD (RE/MAX- Camosun)
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Classic character charm meets Modern Luxury in Queenswood, Cadboro Bay. Here is your opportunity to own a beautiful 5 bedrm home w/ wonderful details throughout on a spectacular .46 acre manicured lot! Rarely do homes like this property in this prestigious area of homes become available. Features: Updating throughout, new chef's kitchen w/ granite counters, gas stove, walk in pantry, new baths w/accented tile, coved ceilings, spacious master bed, reclaimed fir floors, gas f/p & new furnace, skylights, formal dining rm w/french doors & gorgeous new decks w/ hot tub to private landscaped rear yard. Lower level is over 6 ft. offering storage, wine cellar, workshop & potting shed. A 5 min stroll to beach & UVIC.
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Blair Veenstra
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4K Virtual Nature Trail Hike In Horth Hill North Saanich, BC - No Music (2020)
Virtual Hiking Tour In 4K Through Horth Hill In North Saanich, Vancouver Island, Fall 2019. No music and no jump cuts. Relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of a multi-stage forest with old growth Douglas-fir, Western Hemlock, Western Red-cedar, as well as sunny openings for Arbutus, Big Leaf Maples, and Garry Oak trees. Follow the trails in the last Regional Park in North Saanich. See the very same trails that the Royal Fimly took daily during their Christmas 2019 vacation to our beautiful neck of the woods!
4K hike through Horth Hill Regional Park, located just 4 minutes west when getting off the BC Ferries at Swartz Bay, near beautiful Sidney By The Seas. Dog and horse-friendly, Horth Hill has a summit trail of 136m above sea level. Free parking to enjoy wildflowers in the spring and spectacular views all year round. Speaking of views, enjoy panoramic views of Satellite Channel, the Saanich Peninsula, and the Gulf Islands.
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The Grouse Nest at Atwater Landing, 1424 Gillespie Road for sale in Sooke BC.
The Grouse Nest at Atwater Landing is a spectacular oceanfront sub-dividable estate encompassing 33.8 hectares on the well-protected Sooke Harbour. With nearly a kilometre of shoreline offering easy access to the fertile fishing waters of the Pacific Ocean, this west-facing property is the epitome of a West Coast wonderland. Old growth and Arbutus forest is dissected by a meandering creek; orcas, eagles and other spectacular wild life cohabitate nearby; the Galloping Goose Trail welcomes cyclists and hikers to traverse the property.
Situated on a prime sunbathed peninsula with south, west and north exposure, the European-style lodge is a legendary property whose history dates back to the 1930s. With your vision plus expert renovation and interior redesign, the 15,000-square foot, 12-bedroom lodge could be transformed into a lavish single-family home, a luxurious resort for retreats or fishing expeditions, or perhaps serve as a community centre to a more extensive development.
Grouse Nest is located in Sooke, a thriving bedroom community just 40km from downtown Victoria. The area is currently undergoing a boom of residential and commercial development. Sooke supports medium-density mixed-use development, offering many opportunities and possibilities for this property, including the addition of a marina.
The Area
The District of Sooke is the region’s southwestern gateway to Vancouver Island’s rugged West Coast. Hikers flock to the famed Juan de Fuca and West Coast Trails. Campers book years in advance for picture-perfect sites in the many provincial parks that dot the coastline as far west as Port Renfrew. Daytrippers explore East Sooke Park and Roche Cove Regional Park, while others cycle and trek the Galloping Goose. Swimmers relish the cool fresh waters of Sooke Potholes and Matheson Lake. Fishing enthusiasts drop crab traps and launch their vessels from the harbour, and whale-watching boats frequent the surrounding waters. Foodies and travel-trendsetters are lured to the region’s acclaimed restaurants and resorts. Sooke has developed a reputation as a prime destination for adventurers and eco-tourists seeking immersion in West Coast splendour.
The Potential
The area adjacent to this property has undergone extensive research as preparation for potential development including midden archaeological and environmental impact studies, servicing statistics, projected demographics, neighbourhood planning, marketing strategy, and much more. Topographical and other detailed information is available for your consideration.
Grouse Nest at Atwater Landing is offered at just 6.98 million Canadian, substantially below current market value for immediate sale. Development possibilities and subsequent profit potential are exponential for this one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a portion of authentic West Coast paradise. Start dreaming up your boundless vision and submit your offer by July 15th at 4 p.m.
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Country Acreage 343 Caldecote Rd Saanich West, Victoria BC
Quiet and sunny south facing country acreage tucked away on a rural Saanich no through road only 7 minutes to Royal Oak or 15 minutes to downtown. Four bedroom and two bathroom farmhouse on over three acres of organic arable land also enjoys a private pond with wharf. Ideal uses include Equestrian Training/Boarding/Dressage/Lessons/Trail Riding, Organic or Hobby Farming, Workshop for Contractor, Car Enthusiast or ? The over 4,000 square foot open beam barn with 13 stalls and caretaker suite is currently set up for serious equestrian use also with all weather, lit, outdoor ring and 65' round ring and several paddocks and is easily modified to suit other endless possibilities. Close to Bear Hill, Elk Lake, Prospect Lake and its own Caldecote Park access nearby, enjoy easy access to endless trails and hikes.
MSC Ornella Container Ship 'Dead in the Water', Haro Strait
The Panamanian-registered container ship MSC Ornella is filmed in this video Wednesday evening, 30 August, 2017 in Haro Strait. The tug Seaspan Osprey is seen alongside- port side, astern. The container ship was supposed to arrive in Seattle at 6 PM local time Wednesday. The video was shot from Arbutus Cove Park in Saanich, BC, Canada.
Data from the Marine Traffic website seems to indicate that the container ship went off course before noon local time. The tug arrived on scene from Vancouver approximately six hours after the container ship changed course. The container ship and the tug later arrived at Constance Bank off of Victoria, where the container ship anchored overnight. The following day the ship motored to the Port of Seattle, escorted by an American tug.
There are a number of unanswered questions concerning this 'incident'. For instance, did the ship lose power, or was there just some equipment malfunction that led it to essentially stop in Haro Strait while awaiting tug support? And why was a tug sent from Vancouver, when a tug's journey from Victoria would have taken approximately one hour instead of around six hours from Vancouver?
Villa Madrona - A Majestic Oceanfront Estate of Unparalleled Quality and Design
Set in a secluded property with over 400 feet (122 metres) of spectacular waterfront property on British Columbia's scenic Vancouver Island. This stunning property is located on the Saanich Peninsula in the Municipality of North Saanich on the southern shores of Vancouver Island in the heart of the Gulf Islands.
Villa Madrona is approached through impressive secure wrought iron gates and circular driveway with a lavish fountain at the entrance to the residence. The estate aptly named Villa Madrona stands as a proud monument to the abundance of Madrona trees (aka Arbutus) on the luxuriant secluded grounds.
Beach Run Victoria, BC - Training week 3 (Running the Water's Edge)
Me and my best friend Tim are training for the 2013 running season. We live 1000 miles apart so we train together using video and social media. Week 3 was a productive training week with a beach run and several hill runs. This is footage from the one evening beach run at Arbutus Cove Park to Rocky Point.
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10741 Bayfield Rd, North Saanich BC
Qualicum Beach, Vancouver island Real Estate
Another Sample home marketing video showing off the beautiful homes in the Qualicum Region. These were done by a custom high end builder in our market. We are also a step ahead in marketing the region and the properties we represent.
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8802 Ainslie Point Road, Pender Island, B.C.
Imagine if your neighbours were Whales, Deer, and Eagles. Imagine living off the grid. Imagine if your 3.41acre oceanfront property was located on South Pender Island, The Southern Gulf Islands beside an Environmentally protected Marine Park, and National Park. Imagine being able to moor your yacht in deep water right off the end of your own oceanfront dock. Imagine a quiet road leading to your home at the end of the cul de sac. Imagine riding your bicycle to all your amenities. Imagine storing your kayak at the bottom of your stairs just steps from your gardens and flowers. Imagine picking and savouring your apples from your own tree......Arbutus, Douglas Fir, apple trees and grape vine abound this rare sheltered exquisite property with a 3 level custom constructed cottage. This sanctuary could be yours. Over 350 feet of Private Ocean Front living awaits your every dream. Don't let this piece of paradise slip away.
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ISLAND HOUSE SELLERS Bed & Breakfast in Sooke!
AWESOME B&B! This elegant character retreat boasts a 5 bed, 5 bath main house and a 1 bed cottage. From the moment you enter this home the quality and attention to detail is evident throughout. Features of this home include bay windows, skylights, French doors, gorgeous mill work, formal dining room, family room, fireplaces, wood stoves, workshop and laundry room with folding table and cupboards. The custom kitchen with tile counter top and backsplash leads to the large eating area with access to decks and hot tub. The Master suite has a sparkling chandelier, soaker tub, sitting area and 4 piece ensuite. A stroll through the enchanting gardens pass the orchard, pond with salmon, and greenhouse on the way to the Honey Suckle Cottage.
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2975 West King Edward Avenue - Faith Wilson Group
Gorgeous mountain, city & water views from this fabulous 4 bedrm family home in Arbutus. Replumbed & rewired, other home upgrades include 2 y/o steel roof, skylight in foyer, 2 new furnaces, new electrical panel & 5 y/o hot water tank plus Oak h/w & tripled glazed windows on the main. Spacious principal rooms, living rm w/gas fireplace. Wake up to city & mountains views every day from your master bedrm. Second main level bedrm is generously sized. Lower level: 2 bedrms, big rec room w/wood f/p, wet bar, laundry room & access to the attached 2 car garage. You will love entertaining on your sundeck & patio while enjoying the expansive views. Great location, close to the Arbutus Shopping Centre, Trafalgar Park & Dunbar St amenities!
1058 River Road, Victoria, BC V9B6K2
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Very Special Craftsman Home
The stuff dreams are made of... Rural paradise, minutes to all amenities, this Custom build is the flagship home within an exclusive gated community. The quality and craftsmanship found in this 2002 home are of generations past. Gorgeous hand milled exposed beams, barn-board flooring, custom wall treatments, every minute detail is perfection... this home is Timeless! The half acre lot boasts artful landscaping yet, exudes natural beauty with a path meandering from the back patio to an inviting hot tub & deck overlooking natural landscape of arbutus, fir, mossy rock and a babbling creek. Convenient Master on the main floor with spa like ensuite, gourmet kitchen, open floor plan plus formal dining... the list goes on (and on and on). All of this, just moments from world class Bear Mtn Golf club. This home is a must see, it doesn't get any better!
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Oak Bay home for sale in Victoria at 3214 Henderson Road
Just listed on is this great family home near UVIC where pride of ownership is evident. The living room and dining room stretch across the front of the home with picture windows overlooking the private front yard and quiet street scape. Offering gleaming wood floors, coved ceilings, sunny southwest family room off the kitchen, three bedrooms and an updated bathroom. The lower level (7-foot ceilings) is perfect for the extended family with 2 or 3 bedrooms, 3-piece bathroom, and kitchenette. The landscaped level back garden is great for the kids with lots of room to kick the ball around and plenty of room for that vegetable garden. Single garage, 2003 roof, storage shed and garden shed and plenty of parking for the other cars.
For further information or to contact the listing realtor, Sharen Warde at Royal LePage Coast Capital - Oak Bay, please see
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Vancouver Island is in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Canadian province of British Columbia. The island is 460 kilometres (290 mi) in length, 100 kilometres (62 mi) in width at its widest point, and 32,134 km2 (12,407 sq mi) in area. It is the largest island on the West Coast of North America.
The southern part of Vancouver Island and some of the nearby Gulf Islands are the only parts of British Columbia or Western Canada to lie south of the 49th Parallel. This area has one of the warmest climates in Canada, and since the mid-1990s has been mild enough in a few areas to grow subtropical Mediterranean crops such as olives and lemons.Vancouver Island had a population in 2016 of 775,347. Nearly half of that figure (367,770) live in the metropolitan area of Greater Victoria. Other notable cities and towns on Vancouver Island include Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Parksville, Courtenay, and Campbell River. Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia, is located on the island, but the larger city of Vancouver is not – it is on the North American mainland, across the Strait of Georgia from Nanaimo.
Vancouver Island has been the homeland to many indigenous peoples for thousands of years. The island was explored by British and Spanish expeditions in the late 18th century. It was named Quadra's and Vancouver's Island in commemoration of the friendly negotiations held in 1792 by Spanish commander of the Nootka Sound settlement, Juan Francisco de la Bodega y Quadra, and by British naval captain George Vancouver, during the Nootka Crisis. Bodega y Quadra's name was eventually dropped from the name. It is one of several North American locations named after George Vancouver, who explored the Pacific Northwest coast between 1791 and 1794.
Vancouver Island is the world's 43rd largest island, Canada's 11th largest island, and Canada's second most populous island after the Island of Montreal. It is the largest Pacific island anywhere east of New Zealand.