Unlock the door to the extraordinary! Located just steps from the beach this modern masterpiece is ideal for the environmentally conscious couple, seeking state of the art amenities. Choosing natural, organic materials such as, clear cut cedar, copper, solid walnut floors and reclaimed barnboard walls, master craftsmen created a home of exceptional quality and sophistication that truly excites the senses. Featuring an unusual totem pole and sand blasted glass panels crafted by award winning carver Klatle-bhi, the home is truly a work of art. A separate guest house provides a comfortable hermitage for a family member in the private, fully fenced garden with automated gates. Bathed in natural light by day and dramatically "uplighted" by night, noetic purchasers are encouraged to view in both lights. Situated on the "beach block", located close to the Victoria Golf Club, surround yourself in the unparalleled beauty and unequalled lifestyle in one of Canada's finest neighbourhoods.
Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Full, Garden, Lighting, Security System, Sprinkler System
Between Central and Beach Drive
Main Level
0
Yes
No
Unrestricted
Jurisdiction name:
District of Oak Bay
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
1
Number of 4 piece baths:
0
Number of 5 piece baths:
0
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
1
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
1
Other Equipment:
Electric Garage Door Opener, Security System
Property Condition:
Updated/Remodeled
Exposure / Faces:
East
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Driveway
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Date Listed:
Sep 19, 2024
Original Price:
4375000.0
Twilight in the garden. 626 Monterey Avenue.
Bringing the outdoors in This custom commercial grade French door opens onto the spacious deck ideal for entertaining.
Photo 3 of 65
The large centre peninsula island provides plenty of space for prep and presentation and houses a breakfast bar ideal for family and entertaining.
Labradorite is renowned for its beauty, spiritual properties and for its immense healing powers.
Klatle-bhi, Award Winning artist + carver. Cut from a single log to manifest an eagle atop a nest with "strong bear" protecting the treasure box. Two spirits, female and male provide perfect "chi".
Seymour AV Metro 120" diagonal movie screen, EPSON 5040 Bundle projector and Marantz receiver surround sound amplifier, ceiling theater loudspeaker and Sub-Zero wine tower with walnut panel.
Sunny Southern and Westerly Exposure ~ Mastercrafted using Red Balau hardwood, screwed and capped, and flashed in copper, the deck is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also extremely durable.
Magical walkway surround the home.
Photo 10 of 65
Cozy Guest Cottage by twilight.
Cottage View ~ Oversized solid cedar French doors.
Magnolia Tree (list on hand of many special plants.. Acer Griseum for just one example.)
The resilient concrete, floating staircase with recessed lighting invites you to ascend and explore.
Bathed in natural light by day and dramatically illuminated by night. Thirteen foot commercial grade curtain wall window. 626 Monterey Avenue, South Oak Bay, BC V8S 4T9
Intergrading with the same rare Red Balau hardwood employed in the decking, wide plank fencing and skirting and automatic gates encompass the private property with pleasing accord.
Adjunct to the front door is a custom masterwork by award winning First Nation's artist Klatle-bhi. All windows are commercial grade and encased in solid walnut.
Photo 18 of 65
Photo 19 of 65
Photo 20 of 65
Unwind in front of the luxurious gas fireplace surrounded in copper and banded in burnished steel. An illuminated book case is ideal for displaying object d'art.
State of the art appliances include: 48" Wolf Dual Fuel Range(red knobs) with infrared charbroiler and double griddle; 48" PRO Sub-Zero Refrigerator/Freezer with glass door and a FALMEC Lumen Hood.
The massive totem pole is cut from a single log to manifest an eagle atop a nest with "strong bear" protecting a treasure box. The eagle spirit sees everything for 360 degrees and protects the home!
Situated on the "beach block", located close to Victoria Golf Club, Victoria's finest private and public schools, parks and shopping.
Custom solid walnut pivot door highlights a built to order steel handle by luxury brand EMTEK hardware.
626 Monterey Avenue, South Oak Bay, V8S 4T9
The door is open... your creative journey awaits!The floating walnut staircase is supported by custom built brushed stainless steel standoffs.
Photo 28 of 65
Falmec Lumen Island Hood!
This rare iridescent stone, Lemurian Supreme Labradorite caps 3cm countertops and backsplash as well as the countertop in the laundry area.
An inviting open space ideal for entertaining intimate groups or large gatherings in comfort. Solid walnut floors embellished with complimentary blonde touches, echo the colours in the barn wood walls
Stairwell - Exquisite Work Of ArtSpot lighting centre stage the 19mm guard stairwell connect three floors, reflecting light and partitions the main living areas.
The sustainable choice of materials provides a perfect canvas for your personal decorating choices, whether you wish to curate in a neutral palate or full of colour, and any style of furniture or art.
The totem pole is designed to incase a structural steel post. Two spirits, female and male provide a perfect balance or "chi" and encircled by an eye-catching copper bandeau.
Top Floor - Loft BedroomThis enchanting bedroom would make a superb home office with its big, bright space, solid, walnut floors, reclaimed boardboard walls with a wall of solid walnut built-ins.
Upper floor bedroom with an expanse of custom barn wood cupboards are fitted with plenty of solid walnut built-ins.
Recessed alcove under the floating stairs in media room.
The elegant and organic bathroom features heated travertine floors, a seamless glass shower, solid hickory cabinetry, walnut wall panels and a custom hammered copper sink set into the vanity.
Primary bedroom suite. A king size space with solid, walnut floors swing out 66" Sony TV and two-sided fireplace is shared with the luxuriant ensuite bathroom.
A well lit dressing room of solid walnut built-ins and drawers crafted award winning Thomas Philips Woodwork Ltd. A unique full length mirror imported from a palace in Kuwait adds a touch of glamour.
Heavenly healing! The opulent six piece ensuite boasts heated, travertine floors, marble walls and exquisite "Thunderbird" sand basted wall panels created by award winning artist Klatle-bhi.
Marble walls and exquisite "Thunderbird" sand blasted glass wall panels created by award winning artist Klatle-bhi.
Dry cedar sauna with piped in sound from Sonos sound system.
Cedar lined sauna with speakers for the Sonos sound system.
High quality brass hardware with a bronze finish.
Photo 46 of 65
Clear wide plank cedar siding from Bella Coola, slate roof sourced from Quebec, seamless copper gutters, downspouts, flashing and trim reinforce the resolve to create a sustainable home.
Photo 48 of 65
Surrounded by glass panels that have premium film applied, the deck is capped with a solid cedar railing. Imagine lounging by day or cuddling around the fire-pit in the evening.
Professionally landscaped garden, demi-lune by design entices you to explore its transcendent, meandering, stone walkways and plenteous array of exquisite, usual perennials, shrubs and graceful trees.
Photo 51 of 65
Artistic Stone Walkways...laced with thyme and wild strawberries.
The perfect pergola laced with green and red grapevines.
Walnut floors and oversized French doors lead to a deck and pergola.
The cottage comfortably houses a family member or serves as the perfect artist's studio.
TWO can fit in this shower! Rest and relax undisturbed! Walnut walls, Travertine heated floors and a hand hammered copper sink ensure your guests enjoy the same quality bespoke of the main house.
The living area boasts a 56" Samsung TV, its own hot water tank and a heat pump incased in reclaimed wood and banded in copper.
Trumpet vine...
Thornless Blackberries...blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peach, apple, plum, cherry and rhubarb.
The list goes on...Green and Red Grape vines...
Artistic Flagstone Path with Thyme.
Photo 62 of 65
Invite the outdoors in...all windows are commercial grade, have solid walnut casements and have automatic blinds installed by Island Window Coverings.
Photo 64 of 65
Clad in clear, wide plank cedar siding sourced by Bella Coola, a wide copper belly-band girdles the exterior and anchors the intention to ecologically preserve the home.
Data was last updated December 23, 2024 at 02:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
31
Avg list price:
$2,395,000
Min list price:
$419,000
Max list price:
$6,900,000
Avg days on market:
67
Min days on market:
7
Max days on market:
336
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$854.39
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
OB South Oak Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations.