Welcome to 535 Island Road-one of the most private and revered garden estates in all of South Oak Bay. Lovingly owned and tended by the late Lord and Lady Chatfield, this 0.49 acre property personifies the true meaning of a legendary garden with historical significance. Sweeping lawns are embraced by a magnificent variety of mature trees and extraordinary gardens cultivated over generations of thought and care, positioned in a most private and sought after neighbourhood near to the ocean and the world famous Victoria Golf Course. Set amongst the gardens is an honest, handsome 1931 character residence that awaits thoughtful rejuvenation. The spectacular setting has quietly intrigued many and hosted a number of prominent gatherings over the years. Opportunities to extend the provenance of such a renowned estate are so few and far between as to only exist once in a lifetime.
For sale
C$2,600,000
535 Island Rd, Oak Bay, BC V8S 2T7
4beds
3baths
2,850sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
0.49 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$912/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Sweeping lawnsSpectacular setting
- 10 hours |
- 27 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Bodnar,
Newport Realty Ltd.
Source: VIVA,MLS®#: 1047061
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Controlled Entry, Dining Room, French Doors, Winding Staircase
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum
- Windows: Window Coverings, Wood Frames
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,239
- Total interior livable area: 2,850 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Guest, Open, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Ground Level Main Floor
Features
- Entry location: Main Level
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Sprinkler System, Water Feature
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: Central Location, Cleared, Easy Access, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Landscaped, Level, Marina Nearby, Near Golf Course, Park Setting, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 003454991
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: DC Well Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Character
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Frame Wood, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Fibreglass Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Regional/Improvement District
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Garbage, Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected, Recycling
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Family-Oriented Neighbourhood
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Oak Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$912/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$2,282,000
- Annual tax amount: C$12,501
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Listing terms: Purchaser To Finance
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | C$2,600,000C$912/sqft |
Source: VIVA #1047061 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: V8S
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAGriffin Bay SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 15.5 mi
- 9/10Friday Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.5 mi
- 6/10Friday Harbor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 15.5 mi
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