5 Acre Hobby Farm in West Saanich
$ 1,599,000
- 195 Durrance Road - Saanich - BC
2 Bed
1 Bath
1568 fin sq ft plus 1300 sq ft unfinished
5 acre lot
Built 1943
Discover this rare 5-acre hobby farm, ideally situated near Durrance Lake, Butchart Gardens and the amenities of Brentwood Bay. Cherished by the same family for 75 years, this sunny farm blends rural charm with modern convenience.
The original 1943 farmhouse, updated with new windows, roof and other enhancements, is move-in ready, yet welcomes your personal design ideas. The full basement offers potential for additional living space.
The relatively flat parcel, currently being hayed, invites various agricultural activities. A barn provides good space for your equipment. Victoria’s temperate climate ensures year-round enjoyment and productivity for your farming & gardening pursuits. With excellent road access along the entire north side, this property is an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a manageable farm close to Victoria.
Land of this size and proximity rarely become available — don’t miss your chance to create your dream estate and own a piece of rural paradise!
HIGHLIGHTS
- Owner lived & worked the 5 acres for 75 years
- Charming farmhouse
- move-in ready
- large newer windows overlooking mature garden
- Formal dining area
- Large living room with fireplace
- South facing sunroom off kitchen
- Large south facing deck
- Laundry room with storage
- Mature landscaped garden:
- perennial florals
- evergreen shrubbery
- large pond
- greenhouse
- fruit trees
- Fields for planting, pasture or hay
- Double garage
- Barn for machinery storage
- Barn has electric power
- Walk-out basement:
- 1300 sq ft unfinished space
- 7 foot ceilings
- abundance of storage
- suite potential
- workshop with benches
- Newer electrical panels
- Live in the country and only 5 minutes to:
- Butchart Gardens
- Brentwood Bay with shopping, cafés & dining
- Red Barn Market
- 10 minutes to recreation and waterfront at Elk & Prospect Lakes
- 25 minutes to Downtown Victoria
Lot size is from BC Assessment Authority. Measurements and square footage are from RealFoto. All information contained herein is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted as to its accuracy. Anyone relying on any information contained herein must independently verify the accuracy of such information.