Terry Stockus Century 21 Queenswood R ealty ltd.
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MAGNIFICENT UPLANDS HOME
designed by James Grieve, captures the splendor of an old countryside Manor. Historically-inspired detailing with livable family design and all the charm of modern day comforts . . . an architectural triumph of this new home that presents as if it has resided in this neighborhood for decades. $4,400,000. MLS# 278613 Exceptional home . . . on private 1/2 acre lot of terraced gardens in desirable 10 Mile Point. Built in 2002 with incredible custom detailing and sophisticated design. Warm & sunny exposure. $3,295,000.
World class waterfront property in prestigious 10 Mile Pt. 180° views across Haro Straights to San Juan Islands. South-facing usable lowbank access and boat ramp. 175’ frontage with large building envelope. Create an incredible new oceanfront estate. $2,995,000.
Terry Stockus terstockus@shaw.ca 250.477.1100 Century 21 Queenswood R ealty ltd. 66 victoriaboulevard.com
That quickly morphs into lighter glass, and beach-inspired colours, materials and lighting fixtures, including a hanging light at the steps to the master bedroom that, from underneath, looks like bubbles from a scuba diver. Every room looks out to the sea; even the six bathrooms have a view. The only room on the second floor is the master bedroom, which sits atop the games room pod. This room is split in two. In one half is the bedroom and sitting area with wall-to-floor windows. In the other half is the ensuite, large dressing room and closet, and laundry room. Scott says he used sustainable products, all natural materials such as BC marble, granite and wood, natural stone on all the hard surfaces, and high-efficiency, low-energy lighting. One of his favourite features is the wood valance in the Great Room that hides the draperies. It’s made of pine beetle wood. There are no plastics in the house, no toxins in the plywood, glues, paints or fabrics. Doug Tocher’s favourite room is his office, one of the smaller rooms in the house. This is the only room with a leather floor. It is cosy, filled with books, and a desk that faces the ocean. This is where he now spends most of his time. He sold the business, Brew King, that he and his brother started in 1980. They invented the modern wine-making kit, which Andrés Wines then bought in 1997. Since then, the Tochers have bought, renovated and sold seven times. This is by far their favourite renovation, although they admit that 8,300 square feet is a lot of space for two people. Joan says, “We came from a 1,700-foot condo. That was too small.” Self-described nomads, the Tochers cannot say how long they will stay. “We don’t stay anywhere forever,” says Joan. “We’re lucky to have spent time here. But we always say we own the house. It doesn’t own us.” VB Suppliers: Project design/Interior design: JC Scott Design Associates; Contractor/Builder/Cabinetry/Woodwork/Doors/Windows: Anderson Cove Construction; Custom Millwork: West Isle Industries Ltd., Acer Fine Woodworking Ltd.; Closets: Incredible Closets; Adze texture door: Barker Manufacturing Inc.; Stairs: Harjim Industrial Services; Counters: Matrix Marble & Stone; Tiles: Decora Ceramic Tile & Natural Stone; Painting: Mettes Painting and Decorating; Appliances: Trail Appliances; Plumbing fixtures: Victoria Speciality Hardware; Custom shower glass and stair rails: Parker Glass; Flooring: The Finishing Store; Furnishings: Sager’s Home Living; Art glass: Silhouette Glass; Lighting: McLaren Lighting, Illuminations Lighting Solutions, Water Glass Studios Ltd.; Lighting Control: Simply Automated Inc.; Masonry/Stonework: Mammoth Landscaping and Masonry, K2 Stone; Landscaping: Louise Boutin, Ultramarine; Outdoor Kitchen: Capital Iron; Tennis/Basketball Court: BC Sport Court Ltd.; Home Audio: The One Touch House; Alarm System: Price Alarms; Floral design: Flowers on top.