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A Slice of English Charm Awaits its Hollywood Moment on Vancouver Island

Georgia Nevison by Georgia Nevison
January 11, 2024
in British Columbia, Interesting Homes, Just for Fun, Knockout Listings
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Nestled on the picturesque Vancouver Island, a grand property beautifully evokes British Arts and Crafts architecture. Designed by the renowned duo D.C. Frame and Samuel Maclure, it’s an estate that stands out from any other listing on Vancouver Island.

Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island

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What sets this estate apart is its uncanny resemblance to an English stone cottage, evoking a sense of timelessness and nostalgia. The property’s ambiance is so enchanting that one can almost imagine Cameron Diaz or Kate Winslet from “The Holiday” strolling around the corner of a room, adding a touch of cinematic magic to the estate.

Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
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From the moment you step into the home, its grandeur provides a seamless flow between each room and creates an atmosphere of inviting spaces throughout the home. The main floor boasts a chef’s kitchen, regal dining room, grand living room, music room, office, and library, along with a cozy sitting room. 

Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island

Ascending the stairs reveals a primary suite and six additional bedrooms, full of charm and many with their own fireplaces. Two 4-piece bathrooms add a touch of modern convenience. Meanwhile, the lower level surprises with a guest suite featuring a separate entry, a workshop for the creative souls, and a wine room for the enthusiasts.

Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island

The true feature of this property listing is its park-like oasis, offering lush outdoor settings with patio spaces, covered sections, a soothing water feature, garden walking paths, and mature trees providing privacy. The panoramic views of Mount Baker and the sweeping waters are an undeniable and unique backdrop.

Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island
Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island

In the heart of Canada, this exceptional property is a rare gem. The grandeur of British Arts and Crafts architecture with the allure of an English countryside estate. It’s a place where the past meets the present, and the magic of “The Holiday” feels just around the corner.

For more details and photos of the property, check out the listing here.

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Georgia Nevison is a creative marketing professional with a passion and experience for renovating and designing unique spaces within residential real estate. As a Zoocasa blog contributor, Georgia enjoys sharing her tips on how to find the right home and make it your own whether that be in a pre-construction condo or a freehold home. Growing up in a family surrounded by real estate agents, contractors and developers, its no wonder she found herself in the real estate industry. Georgia has finally completed and is now enjoying her recent home renovation in Leslieville, which was featured in Toronto Life. In her free time she’s often browsing new listings, dreaming up her next renovation project of her own or a lucky friend.

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