$3,699,800

5489 Forest Hill Rd
MLS® NO: 1026282

Description

A Legacy Estate Overlooking Elk Lake—First Time Offered in Over 35 Years Some properties don’t just house families—they nurture generations. This extraordinary 5.23-acre estate, with dual access from Forest Hill and Doyle Road, is one of those rare places. Overlooking Elk Lake with sweeping views to the Olympic Mountains, it’s a cherished landscape of established orchards, abundant fruit and nut trees, terraced vegetable gardens, and gently sloping fields where animals have roamed freely for decades. Trails lead down through the trees to lakefront pathways, inviting connection with nature at every turn. The main residence is over 3,000 sq.ft. of thoughtfully designed one-level living, with four bedrooms each featuring its own ensuite. Every window frames a view of the land that has been so lovingly tended. The heart of the home—a spacious kitchen and family room—flows to an expansive outdoor deck with a handcrafted brick forno oven, evoking long European summer evenings and memorable family gatherings. Downstairs, a walk-out one-bedroom suite offers independent space with its own entrance and outdoor patio. A second home—perfect for extended family, guests, or caretakers—features 2 to 3 bedrooms and its own double garage. Rarely do properties like this come to market. Held in the same family for over 35 years, this is more than a home. It’s a story waiting to be continued, a place to plant roots and create lasting memories for generations to come.

General

Property Type:Single Family Detached
Title of Ownership:LOT C, PLAN VIP34232, SECTION 61, LAKE LAND DISTRICT
Layout:Main Level Entry with Lower/Upper Lvl(s)
Taxes:$3,126
Tax Year:2025
Finished Sq. Ft.:5,307
Unfinished Sq. Ft.:665
Year Built:1980

Building Details

Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Wood
Heat/Air: Forced Air

Site Influences

Lot SqFt: 228,254
Acres: 5.24
Water: Municipal
Waste: Septic System
Zoning: A-1
Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage Double

Room Dimensions

Level 1 - 771 sqft

Entrance:7'10x14'8
Living Room:16'3x19'3
Dining Room:11'5x15'8
Kitchen:19'9x19'3
Bathroom:2-Piece piece
Laundry:8'2x9'6
Family Room:23'3x16'2
Bedroom:11'1x12
Bathroom:4-Piece piece
Bedroom:19x12'7
Ensuite:4-Piece piece
Bedroom - Primary:18'6x15
Ensuite:5-Piece piece
Walk-in Closet:8x6'3
Bedroom:14'2x11'8

Level 2 - 0 sqft

Level 3 - 3,143 sqft

Level 4 - 0 sqft

Other - 1,393 sqft

Property Details

Beds: 7
Baths: 8
Sq. Feet: 5,307
Year Built: 1980
Property Type: Single Family Detached
Municipality: Saanich West

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Listed with:

Chris Scott - RE/MAX Camosun
Phone: 250-920-6686 Fax: 250-370-2657

Jodie Farup - RE/MAX Camosun

Song Mei Wong - RE/MAX Camosun
Phone: 250-896-2588 Fax: 250-370-2657

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