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West Coast Garden Sanctuary – 10 Private Acres in Sooke, B.C.

Sooke, BC

An extraordinary established garden, a thoughtfully updated custom home, and a deep connection with the natural landscape.

Tucked away at the end of a long, wooded driveway, this remarkable 10-acre property offers a rare opportunity to experience the West Coast lifestyle at its most private, peaceful and inspiring. Located in Otter Point, just 10 minutes from the Sooke core, this is a place where the home and landscape have evolved together over 15 years into something truly special. Approximately three acres of the property are fenced and devoted to an extraordinary collection of established organic gardens, mature trees, flowering shrubs, fruit-bearing plants, woodland plantings and productive vegetable gardens. The remaining acreage retains its wonderful natural character, with a perimeter trail inviting you to explore the wooded surroundings and enjoy the quiet beauty of the land. For those who appreciate gardening, horticulture and the relationship between people and nature, this is far more than an acreage with landscaping. It is a living, evolving garden sanctuary.

A Garden 15 Years in the Making

When the current owners first discovered the property in 2011, the cleared areas offered a blank slate, with little growing beyond scrub brush. As passionate organic gardeners with more than 50 years of gardening experience, they saw the potential to create something unique. Over the years, that vision has matured into an exceptionally diverse landscape.

What began as small plantings has developed into an established garden environment filled with layers of colour, texture, seasonal interest and botanical variety. The result is a place that photographs can only begin to convey. The owners describe their approach as a partnership with nature: allowing the landscape to evolve, experimenting with new plantings and creating an environment in which cultivated gardens and the surrounding natural world complement one another. The gardens feature an impressive range of plants, including flowering specimens, ornamental trees, conifers, fruit trees, native and regional plants, woodland gardens and distinctive specialty collections. Winding pathways and varied garden spaces invite exploration, with something different to discover throughout the seasons.

An Exceptional Collection of Plants

The diversity and maturity of the plantings are among the property's defining features. Highlights include:

• 200+ rhododendrons, creating spectacular displays of colour and seasonal interest.
• Multiple Japanese maples, including cascading forms, alongside Norwegian maples and other ornamental varieties.
• Five California redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens), adding a distinctive presence to the landscape.
• Apple and pear trees, blueberry bushes, red huckleberries and evergreen huckleberries.
• A diverse collection of roses, including hybrid teas, antique varieties, climbing roses and ramblers.
• Hydrangeas, clematis, hardy fuchsias, spring bulbs and a wide variety of flowering shrubs.
• Dogwoods, red-twig dogwoods, smoke bushes, lilacs, spirea, laburnum and other ornamental plantings.
• Golden spruce, fastigiate pines, Hinoki cypress and numerous other conifers.
• Ginkgo biloba, stewartia, eastern redbud, catalpa, honey locust, seven-son trees and other distinctive specimens.
• Woodland plantings, stumpery features and a variety of additional specialty plants.

This is only a sampling of the collection. The gardens also include numerous other trees, shrubs, perennials and specialty specimens that contribute to the property's remarkable botanical diversity. The established plantings create a landscape with multiple layers, from flowering borders and ornamental trees to shaded woodland areas and productive growing spaces. Rather than beginning with a bare property and waiting decades for the gardens to mature, the next owner can step into a landscape that has already enjoyed 15 years of growth, care and development.

A Garden That Connects with Nature

The appeal of this property extends beyond the number and variety of plants. The gardens have been cultivated with an appreciation for the relationships between plant life, soil, pollinators, fungi and the surrounding environment. The owners describe an evolving ecosystem in which cultivated plantings and local flora and fauna coexist. The mature landscape offers a wonderful setting for observing seasonal changes, pollinator activity and the many small interactions that make a garden feel alive. The property's natural acreage provides an additional dimension. Beyond the fenced gardens, wooded areas preserve the feeling of being immersed in nature. A perimeter trail offers a way to experience the land on foot or UTV, whether enjoying a quiet morning walk, exploring the property through the seasons or simply appreciating the privacy and sense of space. For an enthusiastic gardener, horticultural collector, nature lover or anyone seeking a more meaningful connection with the land, the possibilities here are exceptional.

A Home Designed for Comfortable Country Living

At the heart of the property is a custom-built, single-level rancher constructed in 2010. Thoughtfully updated and carefully maintained, the home offers approximately 1,950 sq.ft. of comfortable living space, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a den and a wonderful sunroom addition. Numerous improvements over the years include updates to the kitchen, flooring, paint, appliances and ensuite. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with a welcoming interior that complements the natural setting without competing with it. The sunroom provides a special place to enjoy the garden in comfort, while the home's one-level layout offers practical, accessible living. A double garage and crawl space provide useful storage and functionality. Outside, a new composite deck leads to a striking mosaic staircase and the spectacular garden spaces beyond. The transition from home to garden is an integral part of the experience, making it easy to step outdoors and spend the day among the plantings.

An Outdoor Living Space with Character

The gardens are not simply something to look at from a distance; they are an invitation to spend time outdoors. An awe-inspiring outdoor pizza oven is a standout feature, complemented by an adjoining cabana that creates a welcoming setting for gathering with family and friends. Enjoy morning coffee surrounded by greenery, prepare a meal with garden-fresh ingredients or settle in with a glass of wine as the evening light moves through the trees. A greenhouse, potting shed and woodshed support the practical side of country living and gardening, providing spaces for propagation, seasonal projects, equipment and firewood. From productive vegetable gardens to quiet woodland corners, the property offers a variety of places to work, relax, entertain and enjoy the simple pleasures of outdoor living.

Ten Acres of Privacy and Possibility

Approximately three acres of the property are fenced and cultivated, while the balance remains in its natural wooded state. This combination offers both an established garden environment and the freedom to enjoy a larger natural landscape. The long, wooded driveway creates a wonderful sense of arrival and separation from the outside world. Once home, the setting feels private and peaceful, yet the amenities of Sooke are only about 10 minutes away. The property's zoning also permits a secondary dwelling of up to 960 sq.ft., subject to applicable approvals and requirements. This provides an opportunity to explore additional accommodation or a complementary use of the property, subject to the owner's needs and the relevant regulations.

A Rare Opportunity to Continue the Story

Established gardens of this scale and maturity represent years of patience, observation, experimentation and care. The opportunity to acquire a property where so much of that work has already been done is increasingly rare. Whether your passion is horticulture, organic gardening, collecting unusual plants, growing food, exploring woodland trails or simply living in a beautiful natural setting, this property offers an inspiring foundation for the next chapter. The gardens will continue to change and grow, as all living landscapes do. Their next custodian will have the opportunity to enjoy what has been created, introduce new ideas and build upon an already remarkable landscape. A custom home, 10 private acres, an extraordinary established garden and the natural beauty of the West Coast - all just minutes from Sooke. This is a property best experienced in person.

$1,199,900.00 CAD

Contact

Jacob Dimock
250-642-6361
Website | Realtor's listing | MLS® No: 1052575

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