For Sale: 5489 Forest Hill Road, Saanich, BC - REW
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$3,699,800
7 bd 8 ba 5307 sf House

5489 Forest Hill RoadSaanich, BC, V9E 2A8

West Saanich
  • 7 Bed
  • 8 Bath
  • 5307 Sqft
  • House

About this home

An extraordinary offering for inter-generational living, this legacy 5.23-acre Elk Lake estate features two detached residences with panoramic lake and mountain views. First time offered in 35+ years, the property offers dual access from Forest Hill and Doyle Road and includes mature orchards, fruit and nut trees, terraced gardens, and trails leading to peaceful lakefront paths. The 3,000+ sq.ft. main home features 4 bedrooms—all with ensuites—an open kitchen and family room, and a large deck with handcrafted forno.This home offers unmatched potential to update without changing any of the layout. A separate one-bedroom suite offers ideal space for guests, caretakers, or rental. The second residence includes 2–3 bedrooms, full kitchen, and double garage—perfect for extended family or multi-generational use. Peaceful, private, and beautifully cultivated—this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a legacy property in one of Vancouver Island’s most coveted lakefront communities.
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Home facts and features

Price details
List Price
Gross Taxes for 2025
$3,126
Home facts
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
8
Parking Spaces
10
Parking Details
Attached, Driveway, Garage Double
Property Type
House
Lot Size
5.24 acres
Year Built
Built in 1980 (46 yrs old)
Title
Freehold
Style
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Exterior Finish
Insulation: Ceiling,Insulation: Walls,Wood
Heating Type
Forced Air
Basement Details
Crawl Space
Features
Fireplace: Living Room,wood Stove
Amenities
Dining Room, Eating Area, Hot Tub
Appliances
Dishwasher, Trash Compactor
Community
Agent details
Primary Agent
Primary Broker
RE/MAX Camosun
Secondary Agent
Secondary Broker
RE/MAX Camosun
Tertiary Agent
Tertiary Broker
RE/MAX Camosun
Listing details
Days on REW
27 Days
Property Views
197
MLS® Number
1026282
Source
Victoria and Vancouver Island MLS
Board
Victoria Real Estate Board
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Property Insights

Prospect Lake Elementary School
  • Public
  • K - 5
  • In Catchment
Claremont Secondary School
  • Public
  • 9 - 12
  • In Catchment
Lakeview Christian School
  • Independent
  • K - 7
Island Montessori House
  • Independent
  • K - 2
Cordova Bay Elementary School
  • Public
  • K - 5
Royal Oak Middle School
  • Public
  • 6 - 8
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