Tucked away on a quiet Arbutus lane just moments from the shoreline, this exceptional residence offers a rare blend of timeless architecture, mature gardens, and coastal living. Originally designed by renowned architect Pamela Charlesworth and extensively renovated in 2000, the home has been thoughtfully refined into a private retreat where nearly every room enjoys picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.
The property is defined by its extraordinary gardens—an irreplaceable collection of mature roses, clematis, rhododendrons, specimen trees, and layered perennial plantings that create year-round beauty and remarkable privacy. Winding pathways, intimate sitting areas, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces invite both quiet reflection and effortless entertaining, while the seamless connection between home and garden creates a lifestyle rarely found today.
Designed for comfortable everyday living, the main level offers spacious principal rooms, three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms, providing the ease of predominantly single-level living. Upstairs, a private primary retreat serves as a peaceful sanctuary complete with a dressing room and luxurious five-piece ensuite overlooking the gardens below.
Beyond its beauty, the property represents decades of thoughtful stewardship. Established garden layering, succession planting, mature specimen plantings, and comprehensive irrigation infrastructure have created a landscape that would take generations to recreate.
Located just steps from the beach and minutes from the University of Victoria, this is a rare opportunity to own a home that offers both privacy and convenience in one of Victoria’s most sought-after coastal neighbourhoods. Properties of this calibre are increasingly difficult to find, combining architectural pedigree, established grounds, and an exceptional lifestyle setting. A home to be enjoyed today and appreciated for generations to come.
Address
4005 Locarno Lane
List Price
$1,988,000
Property Type
Residential
Type of Dwelling
Single Family Residence
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Saanich East
Sub-Area
SE Arbutus
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Floor Area
2,659 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size
18544.43 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size (Acres)
0.42 Ac.
Year Built
2000
MLS® Number
1038604
Listing Brokerage
RE/MAX Camosun
Basement Area
Crawl Space
Postal Code
V8N 3Z9
Tax Amount
$9,906.26
Tax Year
2025
Features
Bay Window(s), Blinds, Breakfast Nook, Built-In Range, Central Vacuum, Closet Organizer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Garage Door Opener, Forced Air, French Doors, Garburator, Heat Pump, Jetted Tub, Microwave, Natural Gas, Oven/Range Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Screens, Skylight(s), Tile, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Frames, Washer, Wine Storage
Amenities
Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Partial, Greenhouse, Ground Level Main Floor, Sprinkler System, Storage Shed