Located on a quiet street at the Fairfield/Oak Bay border, this 1960’s home enjoys a sought-after location with easy access to Oak Bay Village, downtown, waterfront paths, parks, and schools. The main level features 3 bedrms, a sunken living room with wood stove, and refinished hardwd floors that add warmth throughout. The kitchen is efficient and well-laid out, connecting easily to the main living spaces. The lower level provides a separate 2-bedrm suite w/ its own entrance and parking, offering excellent versatility for family or income. There is also space for an office/flex room and the laundry area is large enough to double as a family room or den. Outdoors, the west-facing backyard is a true extension of the home—meticulously landscaped and designed for year-round enjoyment, with multiple patio areas, outdoor cooking space, fire feature with built-in seating, pond, detached studio, and covered hot tub, creating a private and inviting retreat for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Want to know more?
House for sale - Victoria (Canada)
A landmark waterfront estate in Uplands, 3175 Beach Dr "Riffington" is a rare offering of architectural & cultural significance. Designed in 1913 by Philip A. Jullien as the original Uplands show home, the residence reflects Tudor Revival architecture with a French Renaissance–style music room. Thoughtfully sited to capture ocean views and Mt. Baker, the home rests on park-like grounds inspired by the Olmsted vision. Riffington has been featured in Western Living, hosted the British Royal Family on multiple occasions & served as the U.S. Consul’s residence (1928–1942). The 4 level main home spans 12,400 sq ft w/ 9 beds, 7 baths, 10 fireplaces, a two-storey reception hall, libraries, sunrooms, and ocean-facing patios. The estate also includes a carriage house, seaside cottage, waterfront pavilion, private dock w/ large boat moorage, veg garden, Japanese pond & grounds minutes from the Royal Victoria Yacht Club—an irreplaceable coastal legacy in one of Canada’s most prestigious enclaves. Want to know more?