Grand character craftsman home just steps to Willows Beach. Must be seen to fully appreciate! The Edward Hamilton-Smith Manor is a distinguished 1912 Oak Bay Heritage residence offering a second-to-none location, ocean views, and thoughtful updates. This Amazing family home features original woodwork, open staircase, period windows & lighting, and a fully finished basement. The main level offers a formal living room with gas fireplace, bedroom, den, office, full bath, and a dining room flowing into a gourmet kitchen with granite counters, high-end appliances, & wood cabinetry. The private, south-facing patio overlooks lush gardens. Upstairs includes spacious primary and 2nd bedrooms, study, library /w porch, and an updated bath. The renovated lower level provides a large flexible space for a gym or family room with 2 more bedrooms and a full bath. All steps from Willows Beach, Oak Bay Marina, parks, top schools, Oak Bay & Estevan Village.
General Info:
Property Type:
Residential
Type:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1912
(Age: 114)
Living Area:
4,163 sq. ft. 387 m2
Listing General Location:
OB Estevan, Oak Bay
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:-/Half:-)
Lot Size:
10,500 sq. ft. 975 m2
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Arts & Crafts, Character, Heritage
Taxes:
$12,133 /
2025
Additional Info:
Building Features:
Basement, Bike Storage
Construction:
Frame Wood, Wood, Other
Basement:
Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, With Windows
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Levels:
3
Other Structures:
Workshop
Floor finish:
Wood
Total Building Area:
4,501 sq. ft. 418 m2
Total Unfinished Area:
338 sq. ft. 31.4 m2
# Bedrooms or Dens Total:
6
# Main Level Bedrooms:
1
# Second Level Bedrooms:
2
# Third Level Bedrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bedrooms:
2
# Other Level Bedrooms:
0
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Second Level Bathrooms:
1
# Third Level Bathrooms:
0
# Lower Level Bathrooms:
1
# Other Level Bathrooms:
0
# Main Level Kitchens:
1
# Second Level Kitchens:
0
# Third Level Kitchens:
0
# Lower Level Kitchens:
0
# Other Level Kitchens:
0
Living Area Lower Floor:
1,256 sq. ft. 117 m2
Living Area Main Floor:
1,731 sq. ft. 161 m2
Living Area Other Floor:
0 sq. ft. 0 m2
Living Area 2nd Floor:
1,176 sq. ft. 109 m2
Living Area 3rd Floor:
0 sq. ft. 0 m2
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Living Room, Other
Laundry Features:
In House
Water supply:
Municipal
Sewer:
Sewer To Lot
Cooling:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Yes
More Info Available:
Pending Date:
Jun 12, 2026
Date Sold:
Aug 06, 2026
Interior Features:
Dining Room, Eating Area, French Doors, Soaker Tub, Winding Staircase, Workshop
Window Features:
Bay Window(s), Blinds, Garden Window(s), Wood Frames
Exterior Features:
Balcony/Patio, Fencing: Full, Sprinkler System
Directions:
Turn East on Cavendish towards the water.
Entry Location:
Main Level
Rent Allowed:
Unrestricted
Room Information:
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Deck
22' 6.71 m × 20' 6.10 m
Main Floor
Living Room
22' 6.71 m × 17' 5.18 m
Main Floor
Entrance
11' 3.35 m × 8' 2.44 m
Main Floor
Sunroom
11' 3.35 m × 11' 3.35 m
Main Floor
Den
11' 3.35 m × 8' 2.44 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
15' 4.57 m × 11' 3.35 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
14' 4.27 m × 13' 3.96 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
13' 3.96 m × 10' 3.05 m
2nd Floor
Deck
15' 4.57 m × 6' 1.83 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
16' 4.88 m × 13' 3.96 m
2nd Floor
Storage
10' 3.05 m × 9' 2.74 m
2nd Floor
Library
15' 4.57 m × 10' 3.05 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
15' 4.57 m × 12' 3.66 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
16' 4.88 m × 11' 3.35 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
14' 4.27 m × 11' 3.35 m
Lower Level
Utility Room
13' 3.96 m × 12' 3.66 m
Lower Level
Laundry
12' 3.66 m × 9' 2.74 m
Lower Level
Family Room
19' 5.79 m × 13' 3.96 m
Bathrooms:
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
3
3-Piece
2nd Floor
No
5
5-Piece
Lower Level
No
3
3-Piece
Financial Info:
Assessed:
239000.0
Assessment year:
2026
Association Fee:
$.00
Legal Info:
Jurisdiction name:
District of Oak Bay
Legal Description:
Lot 36, Plan VIP874, Section 61, Victoria Land District
Accessibility:
Ground Level Main Floor
Other Details:
Number of 2 piece baths:
0
Number of 3 piece baths:
2
Number of 4 piece baths:
0
Number of 5 piece baths:
1
Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
0
Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
0
Property Condition:
Contact List Licensee
Land Info:
Exposure / Faces:
North
Layout:
Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Lot Site Features:
Cul-De-Sac, Level, Near Golf Course, Private, Rectangular Lot
Attached Garage:
No
Carport Spaces:
0
Garage Spaces:
0
Garage:
No
Parking Features:
Driveway, Guest
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Residential Revenue Info:
Total Units:
0
Listing Info:
Date Listed:
May 21, 2026