luxury houses for sale Duncan, Canada

FOXGLOVE FARM - Located 10 minutes from Ganges town centre, this beautiful farm is one of Salt Spring Island’s original homesteads and encompasses approximately 118 acres in the awe-inspiring Mount Maxwell foothills. The property sits at an elevation of approximately 1200’ above sea level. Improvements include a Hank Schubart designed main residence, original log farm house (circa.1902) guest and farm hand cottages, caretaker home, large hay barn, drive shed, classroom building, propagation house, packing shed, multiple greenhouses and additional storage shelters. Terrain on the farm is gently sloping with scattered stands of forest, lush open pastures, hay fields, rich arable lands, and a beautiful pond. Seasonal streams and water rights have at various times, supported horses, cattle, sheep, crops, and a myriad of wildlife species. Maxwell Lake and Wilderness Areas border the farm, offering access to one of Salt Spring’s most beautiful mountain areas. Private roads provide access to most of the property, and the views of the nearby peaks from the farm are simply spectacular. Substantial fencing provides an excellent barrier to control livestock. Currently the farm produces strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, asparagus, melons, greens, roots, a wide range of annual Mediterranean vegetables, as well as orchards of diverse varieties of peach, plum, apple, pear, quince, persimmon, fig, chestnut, and cherry. The enchanting primary residence has been remodelled and updated to reflect gracious Old World living - elegant yet cozy and casual. This spacious home includes a chef's kitchen, beautiful dining room, five private bedroom suites, sitting areas, and a grand living room with hewn stone fireplace. An abundance of natural woodwork and mullioned windows throughout the home provide a unique rustic mountain elegance aesthetic. A private studio/office is attached to the home via a mudroom breezeway. Beautiful garden walkways surround the home, including lush lawn areas, a backyard pool deck, and covered porch. An original log farmhouse sits a polite distance from the main house and harkens to days gone by. Renovations of the 2 bedroom home include updated kitchen, bath and attached staff room. The property could be offered essentially turnkey, including optional purchase of farm equipment/vehicles and many home furnishings. Foxglove Farm is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in a private and pristine setting that will only grow more precious with time.

Seize a rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise on the Inlet of Tranquility the most desirable area of Shawnigan Lake! This five bedroom, one bathroom rancher spans 1,333 square feet and rests on a generous .56-acre waterfront lot. Whether you envision a serene getaway or a year-round residence, this home brims with potential. The property includes two legal lots-one waterfront and one across the road-offering flexibility for future development. A large, covered boat dock and a gated driveway enhance your lakeside living experience, while nearby nature trails make this private oasis a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're planning a remodel or seeking a tranquil retreat, this property provides the perfect canvas to create your ultimate lakefront escape. Embrace the lifestyle only lakefront living can offer!

Set on a sun sundrenched 2.4 acres in the upscale rural enclave of Pringle Farm Estates, this dramatic timber framed residence commands architectural strength and generous human scale throughout 4260' of luminous living-space with brilliant year round light, dual ocean views and sensational sunsets driving the design. Exceptional details abound including Loewen windows, Miele appliances, granite countertops, steam shower, heated floors, copper gutters, slate patios and automatic back up generator. The fenced and gated grounds are irrigated by deep drilled wells and feature beautifully designed gardens, small orchard, artisan stonework, detached workshop and a heated greenhouse with an extensive trail network & beach accesses close at hand. A wonderful home and property!

Set on a wide 1.3 acre stretch of westside shoreline c.1928, this very special oceanfront home and complementing two bedroom guest house are a place where family and friends come to visit, relax and enjoy each other and all that Salt Spring Island has to offer. The charismatic beach house references tradition within a context of the here and now. Open beamed ceilings, wide plank floors, and a massive stone fireplace lend timeless elements while a professional chef's kitchen features a spectacular 16 foot island, La Cornue range, Sub Zero refrigeration and masses of stone bench tops. Inviting dining hall. Sequestered family room. Private walkout bedroom suites. Sun flooded studio space. Exquisite dual garden courtyards. Al fresco dining patios. Lush level lawns with gentle staircase to water's edge. Classic and cohesive design with a character only time can create. The best in beach house living!

High level oceanfront home with private dock and sensational views! Stylish single level living features clean lines and a feast of fine appointments. Pro-style kitchen with the entire line-up of Viking appliances and polished granite surfaces. Spa baths with body jets/rainshower heads. 5 fireplaces. Outdoor loggia. Hi-end audio/video bank. Knee weakening south west ocean views and plenty of sunshine streaming through banks of waterside windows. Amazing wine grotto with 800+ bottle storage, temperature controlled and tasting bar. Private walkout lower level. Tasteful landscape with waterfalls, reflecting ponds and gated grounds. Style and comfort on 1.46 westside acres in a quiet and convenient Vesuvius location.

Set well, well back from the road on 20 beautifully diverse acres, privacy is paramount at this classic rancher. Exceptional ocean, island and coastal mountain views - the kind of views that lend timeless appeal and enduring value. The cared for 1980's bungalow features a thoughtful layout with plenty of scope to improve or expand. Large double garage and loads of level parking. This unique property offers a rarely afforded combination of spectacular view, large open pasture area, wooded glens and productive well within 10 minutes of Ganges.

Firefly Cottage: Highbank west side oceanfront, this charming character cottage warms the heart and welcomes quiet reflection. Cozy, simple yet sophisticated, with vintage elements that have happily stood the test of time. Staircase to the shore for ease of oceanside exploration. A perfect getaway. A cozy full time cottage. Conveniently located just minutes from Vesuvius in an area of exceptional waterfront properties. A unique opportunity with a setting and atmosphere so seldom available today.

Escape to your private oasis on Salt Spring Island w/ this stunning hand-scribed Douglas fir log home boasting captivating harbor views. Crafted in 2019,this custom-built sanctuary offers two spacious bdrms, a modern kitchen and a refreshed bthrm with freshly painted interiors, skylights and vaulted ceilings, this home exudes charm and warmth. Hardwood floors and a woodstove add to the cozy ambiance while a new heat pump ensures year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy the fenced yard, deck, jacuzzi hot tub, and EV charger with unique advantages like no vacancy tax and Airbnb suitability, this property is an ideal investment. Don't miss your chance to experience island living at its finest! Upgrades include new doors, paint, vanity, heat pump, fridge, EV charger, and more. Live the Salt Spring Island dream today! 盐泉岛上的私人绿洲，这座令人惊叹的手工雕刻道格拉斯冷杉木屋拥有迷人的海港景色。 这座定制建造的避风港建于2019年，提供两个宽敞的卧室、一个现代化的厨房和一个焕然一新的浴室，内部装修有新刷的油漆、天窗和拱形天花板，这座房屋散发着魅力和温暖。 硬木地板和木炉增加了温馨的氛围，而新的热泵确保全年舒适。 在外面，享受围栏院子、甲板、按摩浴缸和电动车充电器。 具有免空置税和适合Airbnb出租等独特优势，这处房产是理想的投资机会。 不要错过体验岛屿生活的机会！ 升级包括新门、油漆、洗脸盆、热泵、冰箱、电动车充电器等。 今天就开始实现盐泉岛的梦想吧！ 鹽泉島上的私人綠洲，這座令人驚嘆的手工雕刻道格拉斯冷杉木屋擁有迷人的海港景色。 這座定制建造的避風港建於2019年，提供兩個寬敞的臥室、一個現代化的廚房和一個煥然一新的浴室，內部裝修有新刷的油漆、天窗和拱形天花板，這座房屋散發著魅力和溫暖。 硬木地板和木爐增加了溫馨的氛圍，而新的熱泵確保全年舒適。 在外面，享受圍欄院子、甲板、按摩浴缸和電動車充電器。 具有免空置稅和適合Airbnb出租等獨特優勢，這處房產是理想的投資機會。 不要錯過體驗島嶼生活的機會！ 升級包括新門、油漆、洗臉盆、熱泵、冰箱、電動車充電器等。 今天就開始實現鹽泉島的夢想吧！

This charismatic beach house remains hidden from view until the last few yards along a stone pathway where it proudly presides, as it has for over 80 years, on the most privileged low bank shoreline in Ganges. Continuous enhancements by caring owners include a custom coach house with luxurious guest studios, private funicular, exceptional mariner's dock and a lengthy list of systems and infrastructure upgrades. The house takes hold of the view, and spectacular coastal scenery filters throughout private and entertaining spaces. The sensational sundeck enjoys FRONT ROW panoramas of all things Salt Spring. Bespoke gardens, pathways and stone terraces dot the property, An address of outstanding character in a location of lasting value – the house is proudly offered to the market and is an opportunity not to be missed. Exclusively Listed with Sotheby's International Realty Canada.

Every now and again you come across a unique oceanfront opportunity. This 1.2 acre site was developed long ago, when such beautiful settings were more abundant; the vintage home now offering an irreplaceable footprint on the shores of Fulford Harbour, with sweeping views that stretch from Mt. Tuam to Mt. Maxwell. For those with significant building or renovation plans in mind in the current economic climate, this property provides a logical balance of value so seldom available in the marketplace today. Offered for the first time in over 80 years - a site like this may well see history repeat.

Welcome to this newly completed modern waterfront estate in North Saanich, Vancouver Island. Set on 1.02 acres, with superb low-bank oceanfront access, this incredible build revels in luxury, privacy, and stunning views across the Satellite Channel to Salt Spring Island's Mount Tuam Ecological Reserve. Boasting 7,000 square feet of living space including four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a double attached garage, the main residence alone has plenty of room for large families or guests. Welcoming you to reset and recalibrate, a zen garden punctuated by a stately water bowl and Japanese maple tree encircles the entrance. Through the wide foyer, floor-to-ceiling windows draw you to the main floor's open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with its seamless flow to the outdoor patio. High-end Viking appliances, a Sub-Zero wine cooler, extensive custom lighting, custom cabinetry, and a convenient prep/pantry area all enhance the gourmet experience. Above, two full primary suites are each afforded expansive walk-in closets, sumptuous ensuite bathrooms, and private ocean view balconies, with one suite enjoying its own adjoining private office. An enviable exercise room with it's own private bathroom and laundry room complete the upper level. The lower level is designed for entertainment, with a home theatre, wet bar, indoor and outdoor kitchen, guest bedroom, laundry room, a massive covered and heated patio, plus direct access to a 350 square foot oceanfront deck. Sited behind the main residence, a 990 square foot guest house provides a private retreat complete with its own kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, laundry facilities and an expansive second floor ocean view deck. Completing the package, a detached three-bay garage with a workshop and mezzanine provides a plethora of storage for toys and space to tinker. Intuitive, economical, environmentally friendly, and extremely quiet, the home is equipped with Creston Integrated Smart Home technology, an energy-efficient Step 5 rating, state-of-the-art heating and cooling systems, and soundproofing throughout. Located just minutes from BC Ferries Swartz Bay Terminal, Victoria International Airport, and a myriad of local marinas, parks, golf courses and trails, this estate offers an extremely private, opulent lifestyle, with convenient access to a host of recreation and amenities. Enjoy tranquil waterfront living in one of Vancouver Island’s most desirable locations. Get in touch with us for an info package today!

BrightWoods Estate is a serene 7.48-acre retreat with 6,090 square feet of luxury, with four spacious bedrooms, each featuring walk-in-closets and ensuites. Built by renowned Salt Spring Islander Robert Langevin with contemporary West Coast timber-frame design, using high-quality natural woods throughout. Enjoy stunning views of Puget Sound, the Gulf Islands, and Mount. Baker, with breathtaking sunrises. Japanese gardens and a peaceful gazebo adjacent to large spring-fed pond further enhance the tranquility of the property. Multiple walking trails amidst towering old growth trees. $400,000 recently invested in upgrades incl. Navien tankless hot water, 10KW commercial-grade generator and a Renaissance Linear 50 wood-burning fireplace with heat redistribution. The home features reclaimed wide-plank Douglas Fir floors and natural slate with radiant heat. Chefs’ kitchen showcases shaker-style vertical grain Douglas Fir cabinetry, with custom yellow cedar millwork throughout. Current dock in place with deep water dock in the approval process.