Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this Condo for sale, #103 420 Linden Avenue, Fairfield, Victoria, BC

Brenda Russell Presents a Short Video on Vimeo at 420 Linden Avenue Suite 103

420 Linden is really a sought-after building! Most condo's in the area are 'wood framed' this building is concrete and steel construction. Very well maintained 50+ building. A BRIGHT + spacious two bedroom and two full bathroom suite with a brick fireplace (currently being used with a modern electric insert). An excellent location about two blocks to Cook Street Village and a block to a bus line! The upgraded kitchen will accommodate all your needs showing off new appliances, granite counters, tile back splash, lino flooring, and a full size side by side washer + dryer. The generous master bedroom has patio doors onto a 13' x 5' area along with a full ensuite bathroom. The living room area has a generous EAST facing patio of approx. 20' x 12' to enjoy some sunshine. Bonus: A strong contingency reserve fund and a very well run strata. Secure Underground Parking. No rentals. No Pets.

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this 1 1/2 storey home for sale, 937 Byng Street, South Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

A Short Video of 937 Byng Street

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this House for sale, 945 Runnymede Place, South Oak Bay, Victoria, BC, V8S 2V8.

A short video below to show you this beautiful home

Set amongst manicured lawns and gorgeous gardens, this beautiful home is a retreat that offers space, privacy and solid 50's luxury. Entry to this home is along a vine-covered walkway that leads to the solid front door. Open the door and step into a living room complete with oak floors, gas fireplace and a large picture window that frames views of the beautiful front gardens. To the side is a formal dining room that opens out to a large patio perfect for entertaining or hosting pre-dinner cocktails. French doors lead to the kitchen. Designed with entertaining in mind, the gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, a suite of stainless KitchenAid appliances. Plenty of storage, quality fixtures and a large breakfast bar where your guests can gather as you create. The separate laundry area has lots of built-in cupboards and access to the rear yard. The kitchen overlooks an open-plan living space. Here, large windows allow natural light to flood the home as well as offer views over the entertaining deck and out to the rear yard. A gas fireplace creates a cozy space for those cool winter nights, while the pitched ceilings allow great ventilation year-round and an additional heat pump system offers complete climate control. An oversized timber door leads out to the sunny deck relax and enjoy your morning cup of coffee in privacy. There are three bedrooms, one with french doors that overlooks the private rear yard, all with built-in closets and access to the full bathroom with twin granite vanities, soaker tub and separate shower. The finished lower level offers the potential for guest accommodation with separate entrance, bedroom, built-in closet, three piece bathroom, family room and a large storage area complete this level. This wonderful home has a double garage. It is located within walking distance of Oak Bay Village, the ocean and the bus route that will take you to the University of Victoria. Enjoy a choice of excellent private and public/immersion schools. For the investor, the home is currently tenanted on a fixed-term lease until January 30, 2018, with the tenant happy to stay for another 12-month lease. Alternatively, for those seeking a permanent family home, the property can be presented ready for the new owners to move right in. Once viewed, you will appreciate 'Runnymede Place' and agree it is special and offers lots of charm.

Brenda Russell is honored to announce that this Sep 24th, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 988 Monterey Avenue in the South Oak Bay neighborhood, Victoria. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent House for sale in beautiful South Oak Bay.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this South Oak Bay House for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Brenda Russell
Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Oak Bay

Please note the change for this upcoming openhouse.

Brenda Russell is honored to announce that this Sep 16th, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 988 Monterey Avenue in the South Oak Bay neighborhood, Victoria. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent House for sale in beautiful South Oak Bay.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this South Oak Bay House for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Brenda Russell
Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty Oak Bay

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this House for sale, 2000 Lansdowne Road, Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

Drive under a ten-foot high carport and access the kitchen with your groceries... so easy. The kitchen is spacious enough for an eating area. It is rare to find over 1400 square feet of beautiful living space on the main floor! This solid 50's home offers entertainment size living and dining areas with luxurious oak hardwood floors and large thermal windows with glimpses of the Olympic Mountains on clear days – and the lights of Trial Island’s lighthouse on any night. The living room has the added feature of a wood-burning fireplace. This bright and peacefully quiet home has three bedrooms on the main floor and opens in the rear onto a raised wooden deck overlooking the large lawn and garden where you may spend afternoons and enjoy the sun in a private oasis. Built in 1956 on a corner lot, measuring 75 x 150 feet (11,250 square feet), the property has a substantial front garden and a very large back lawn and garden with a sprinkler system, fountain and garden shed. In all, this 2830 square-foot house has four bedrooms and two baths on two levels. The lower level has a separate entrance, a large bedroom and bathroom with shower, and a very large rec room. It also has a separate narrow 100-foot-long room that is a combined workshop, storage and laundry room. The building is also provided with an immensely efficient heat pump system that keeps the house warm in winter and cool in summer and almost eliminates oil bills. Its underground oil tank was removed in 2016 in accordance with government regulations. The lower level is perfect for your in-laws, teenager or perhaps being located right across the street from Camosun College... a student may be the perfect solution! Combine that with the convenience of being within walking distance of anything from the 'Charelli's Deli' to the vast selection of shops at the Hillside Mall, and you have yourself a great home. The Uplands Golf Club is one block away; and there are parks like Mount Tolmie, Carnarvon and Uplands Park easily reached on foot. This Lansdowne-Foul Bay crossroad location provides one of the best and most frequent bus services in Victoria. A four-minute bus ride takes you to the University in one direction, and a five-minutes in the other takes you to Oak Bay Village. University to Downtown Victoria Routes 7 and 4 have a frequency of 10 to 15 minutes on weekdays; while the Interurban 21 and the Hillside Mall Routes and give easy access to most parts of Victoria and the Saanich Peninsula. A five minute drive will get you to Willows Beach, Cadboro Bay Beach, Oak Bay Marina, Municiple Rec Centre, Royal Victoria Yacht Club, and Royal Jubilee Hospital. Downtown Victoria or Mayfair Shopping Mall are an easy 15 minutes away by bus or car. For thirty years, 2000 Lansdowne was the home of Joe Easingwood, the celebrated “Voice of Victoria” on C-FAX Radio; while over the last two decades, its occupant was CFB Esquimalt Fire Chief Alan Day who at the age of 92 officially became Canada’s strongest nonagenarian by setting of national and world powerlifting records in the over 90-year-old category. For anyone thinking of long term improvements on this property, one might wish to take advantage of this house’s hilltop location and consider the addition a large room or rooms on the roof level. It is something neighboring house owners have profited from. This would afford the owner with a spectacular panoramic view of the Olympic Mountains, the ships passing through the Salish Straits and an overview of all of Oak Bay and the entire Victoria city shoreline. Combined with an easily converted independent basement flat with its separate entrance would vastly increase the value of this property.

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this House for sale, 988 Monterey Avenue, South Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

Located in South Oak Bay, this spacious well built split level home provides great accommodation for a growing or extended family in it's well proportioned rooms on two levels. The ground level has a separate entrance and is an added bonus - bright and full height with a development potential. The carport is approximately 19x13. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs. Boasting gorgeous solid oak flooring throughout main floor, two cozy wood burning fireplaces and an eat-in kitchen are among some of this home's fine features. The generous sized, west facing sundeck (approximately 23x14) is ideal for "Al Fresco" dining, relaxing or safe haven for a toddler. Conveniently located - walk to private and public schools, Windsor Park and Oak Bay Village. University to Downtown bus routes are just minutes away. A four-minute ride to the Victoria Golf Club and McNeil Bay is three blocks away.

Swiftsure International Yacht Race 2017

What a gorgeous day to watch the yachts set sail at the 74th annual event that runs all weekend finishing Monday May 29th at 6 am.  This year was a little different than past years...Four Long Courses, a tactical race testing knowledge, sharp skill, and endurance. These racing yachts are also very technical.  Approxiamtely two hundred yachts registered for one of the following races: Swiftsure Inshore Classic, The Hein Bank Race, The Cape Flattery Race and The Juan de Fuca Race. Congratulations to ANOMALY - skipper Bill Elmer for finishing first in The Swiftsure Inshore Classic. Click Here to watch this race live right now with the 2017 Race Tracker which uses GPS transponders to show you real time positions of the participants during the Four Long Course races. A Big thank you to all of the volunteers and the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. I hope you enjoy the photos below!

A Few Photo's During Friday Night Inner Harbour Festivities

Photo of The Swiftsure Yachts Heading to Clover Point

Photo of Spectators Enjoying the Start Sequence at Clover Point

Photo From Oak Bay's King George Terrace Look Out 

On a personal note: Completed years ago my 'Basic I' which I remember very well...having capsized in order to pass this level... and enjoying hot choclate afterwards to warm the body from the ocean temperatures... ha ha ha - below is a little photo of me and my son while sailing for a week down the coast of Baja Mexico...in a harness on deck and my son below... an incredible experience from 1997 and realizing a full week of sailing was enough for me... smile... Wishing you all a great weekend and if you have any real estate questions please call me direct at 250.744.4556, twenty-eight years of experience... stay tuned for more updates. Cheers!

Oak Bay Artists' Studio Spring Tour 2017

This year there are 26 local Artists in this self guided free event, Saturday and Sunday April 22 -23 2017 from noon - 4:30pm.  The artists will be opening their home studios to the public showing paintings in watercolour, acrylic, oil as well as jewelry, art cards, ceramics, photograhy, paper castings, woodcuts and more. Come and walk, drive or ride your bike to locations shown on the map above.  Meet the artists!

Several of these artists have received nationwide and international recognition.

1.  Victor Lotto - An award winning painter in acrylics and watercolour, Victor invites you to his studio to see his latest paintings from Canada and his travels overseas.

2.  Pam Stonehouse - Pam explores trees, water, flowers, animals and the unexpected by foot, bike and canoe.  Cards, prints, canvas and metal.

3.  Avis Rasmussen - 'Tour Memory Lane' triptych linocuts, drypoint polymer prints.  All original artworks.  'Garden World,' chapbooks, rubbings, and cards.  Plus print your own card...

4.  Claire Christinel - An award winning artist, Claire welcomes you to her studio!  Enjoy her most recent vibrant landscpe paintings, in either oils or acrylics.  Her art cards will also be available.

5.  Anne Hansen - Anne is famour for her oystercatcher art.  She is also fond of herons, bears, woodpeckers and bald eagles.

6.  Linda Lindsay - Linda is known for her sensitively sculpted, and life-like terracotta and bronze figures. She is passionate about representing the best in humanity.

7.  Jean Betts - Jean's textiles reflect her continuing studies in Japan.  Handwoven silk scarves, linens and decorative pieces using handspun yams and natural dyes.

8.  Myra Baynton - A selection of water colour and acrylic paintings that represent local and international settings.  These works are inspired by the vibrancy of nature and travel.

9.  Vivian Lochridge - Vivian's style is direct.  Her brush strokes evoke a kind of synesthesia, the sound of colour.  She explores, in oils, the balance and harmony of form.

10.  Arlene Davey - In Chinese Brush Painting, the choice of subject matter, simplicity of composition and direct manner of execution bring life to this traditional medium.

Below is a photo describing the artist, location and phone number

11.  Flo-Elle Watson - Using up-cycled white porcelain for her canvas;  Flo-Elle creates an original one-of-a-kind, permanent, non toxic, and functional piece of art.  Flo-Elle welcomes you, come and view her latest creations.

12.  Bonnie-Anne Goodwin - Bonnie has collected antique and spiritual beads in her travels.  She now is creating unique bracelets and necklaces.

13.  Sandi Madsen - The studio is full of beautifully hand crafted pottery and silver jewellery.

14.  Paul Redchurch - Once again, Paul is back with an eclectic mix of water-colours and acrylic paintings as well as his always popular greeting cards.

15.  Robert Amos - Overflowing with creativity, Robert's studio is a must see.  Paintings of Oak Bay, musings about James Joyce, books and prints and umbrellas.  Don't miss it.

16.  Sarah Amos - "Well made, strong confident new oils of Oak Bay and Victoria.  An eclectic group of smaller paintings too."

Below is photo showing off more artists contact information for the 18th Annual Oak Bay Artists' Studio Spring Tour for 2017

17.  Erik Thorn - "My work mostly in acrylic, reflects my love of colour, natural patterns and details."  Exhibition and collections in Canada, France, Scandinavia, and New Zealand.

18.  Miriam Thorn - "I use oil pastels, watercolours, mixed media and photography inspired by natural forms and music."  Exhibitions and collections in Canada, USA, UK, France, Scandinavia, New Zealand and Australia.

19.  Joan Turner - "I am at a new location but my art is still the same! Vibrant Colours! Looking forward to seeing art lovers!."

20.  Joanie McCorry - Discover the new magic Joanie has created via her three dimensional paper castings, collages and photos.  New greeting cards on display.

21.  Marie-Andree Allison - Represented in several ancient media, the subjects displayed are either figurative or abstract.  A long-time visual artist and art educator, Marie offers demonstrations in some of the techniques.

22.  F. Caroline Hunter - An award winning artist, Caroline welcomes you to her home to view her watercolour and acrylic paintings and cards.

23.  Greg Stoneman - Greg is pleased to welcome you to his Jactone Studios to view his unique styles of multimedia woodart.

24.  Val Woulters - "Shapes and colours I notice everyday inspire me to express the peace and joy of nature through the use of mixed media o canvas"

25.  Bruce Vallance - Bruce continues to explore boat, figure and eclectic themes.  His garden and renovated studio akes this a 'must see' visit.

26.  Myrna Germaine-Brown - Myrna is creating larger works inspired by familiar subjects and surroundings using her painted and dyed fabric enhanced with pastels.

Below is a photo of artists in this weekends special free self guided tour

Wishing you all a fabulous weekend and please stay tuned for more Oak Bay updates! 

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this Condo for sale, 301 1687 Poplar Avenue, Mt. Tolmie, Victoria, BC

'The Poplar' is located in the Mt. Tolmie Area. This warm and inviting corner suite offers windows on three sides! Immaculate two bedroom, two bathroom and is conveniently located within walking distance to shops, banks, restaurants, park and the University of Victoria. The Seller professionally enstalled a walk-in shower with seat in the ensuite bathroom. The main bathroom offers a tub/shower. The 'Murphy bed' and built-in desk will remain in the second bedroom for the new owner. In 2015 the Seller professionally replaced the fireplace with a new 'Valor' gas fireplace in the livingroom. This bright kitchen has lots of cupboards and counter space, an eating area and two large windows. The sliding doors are located off the dining area and lead to a nice spacious 18 x 6 balcony (approx). This suite has ensuite laundry facilities, secure underground parking and a storage locker. A fantastic location close to schools, and a short stroll to picturesque Mt. Tolmie Park. Ready for immediate occupancy. All yours!

Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this House for sale, 46 King George Terrace, Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

A very rare offering in Oak Bay. The Gonzales area is a special one... sweeping southerly ocean views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic mountains showcase this solid, classic, 1965 post and beam home. Located in one of Victoria's most prestigious locations. Probably the most affordable offering on King George Terrace in years, boasts three bedrooms (could be four), three bathrooms, oak floors, floor to ceiling fireplace, some thermo windows and is a blank canvas for your imagination. Perched on an easy-care lot, rock terracing and a green house in the rear. Bonus: Drive into the garage and walk right in to the home. Some properties in this area the garage is either at street level or there isn't one. Enjoy the sunsets, sailboats, vessels and all the activity this exposure offers. Views of Gonzales Bay as well. Only minutes walk to this beach which I like to call 'Victoria's Malibu'. Victoria Golf Course is only a few minutes drive as well as the Oak Bay Marina. This home offers immediate occupancy upon completion of the sale.

A short video showing off a little of Gonzales Bay.

Brenda Russell is so happy for her clients purchase at 1027 Roslyn Road, South Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

Simply a beautiful home in South Oak Bay! Solid and charming. This home is well loved and cared for. One could easily read about it in a 'House and Garden' magazine. Once inside you will appreciate the designer vibe of the interior spaces and the natural light, gorgeous wood floors, coved ceilings and privacy throughout. Cozy gas fireplace. The garden has been custom designed with walkways offering many areas of sun, solace and refuge. Situated on a quiet street but walking distance to the Oak Bay Village and cafe.