4598 Torquay Dr, Saanich

Here's your opportunity to renovate or build a new home on this long term owned 1.23 acre OCEANFRONT PROPERTY with its high elevation panoramic views over Cordova Bay to Sidney, Gulf & San Juan Islands, Vancouver Mtn range, Haro Strait & Cormorant Point below. The living area features the original 1960s post-&-beam character with vaulted exposed wood-beam ceilings, hardwood floors, a brick feature wall/fireplace, built-in shelving and large floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors that open directly onto the oceanside patio and sundeck, maximizing those unobstructed water views. With excellent local parks & hidden beaches this is a prime Gordon Head area near UVIC. An aerial view shows a generous lawn between the house and shoreline and a private, treed driveway providing good separation from neighbouring properties. The solid 1960's post & beam style home boasts an open plan with extensive windows, vaulted wood ceilings, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus a large family room, lower part unfinished basement & crawl space, extensive oceanside patio & sundeck, attached carport. The main bath (photo included) has a wood vanity with green countertop and a window with blinds; sliding doors from the living space lead to the oceanside deck with steps down toward the waterfront lawn. Come put your renovation ideas into action & turn this into a mid century modern classic! A floor plan/site plan is included in the photos to assist with renovation or redevelopment planning. Located at the east end of Torquay Drive into what looks like a private driveway, 117 x 440 ft property (aerial photo confirms the generous lot and shoreline setback). OPTIONS: add a suite & garden suite to existing house/add 3 attached units/new 4 Plex project/new SFD OR combine with 4590 Torquay-MLS 1003801 for a 2.3 acre estate or potential 3 lot development site. Existing lower level/unfinished basement could accommodate additional living space or a suite. (id:1945)