$2,175,000

255 Government St
MLS® NO: 1041074

Description

Welcome to Arcadia – a heritage-designated Victorian Queen Anne residence built by craftsman-owner Frederick Sherborne in 1892. This timeless home blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Meticulously maintained, extensively restored, and seismically upgraded with 200 AMP service & forced air gas heat. Fully fenced & gated, designer landscaped sanctuary with flagstone dual driveway for parking. Charming detached studio/workshop. Grand living & dining rooms feature bay windows, 11-ft ceilings, period-inspired lighting & 2 gas fireplaces. Chef’s kitchen with oversized island, 2 stoves, dual dishwasher & marble counters—perfect for entertaining while blending old-world charm with modern convenience. French doors lead to wraparound porches & patios. Upstairs offers a spacious primary with vaulted ceiling, luxurious ensuite, plus 2 bedrooms & bath. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Victoria’s history in the heart of James Bay with Walk Score 99—this is a Walker’s Paradise.

General

Property Type:Single Family Detached
Title of Ownership:LOT 2, SECTION 1, BECKLEY FARM, VICTORIA CITY, PLAN 185, EXCEPT THE WESTERLY 6 FEET THEREOF TAKEN FOR ROAD PURPOSES
Layout:Main Level Entry with Upper Level(s)
Taxes:$9,345
Tax Year:2026
Finished Sq. Ft.:2,830
Unfinished Sq. Ft.:436
Year Built:1892

Building Details

Foundation: Brick, Poured Concrete
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Heat/Air: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Site Influences

Lot SqFt: 6,000
Acres: 0.14
Water: Municipal
Waste: Sewer Connected
Parking: Detached, Driveway, Garage
Lot Features: Central Location, Corner, Easy Access, Irrigation Sprinkler(s), Landscaped, Level, Recreation Nearby, Rectangular Lot, Serviced, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalk

Room Dimensions

Level 1 - 1,228 sqft

Entrance:8'x3'
Entrance:19'x8'
Bathroom:2-Piece piece
Kitchen:21'x15'
Dining Room:16'x15'
Living Room:18x15'
Bonus Room:9x5

Level 2 - 1,250 sqft

Bathroom:3-Piece piece
Bedroom:13'x8'
Bedroom:15'x10'
Sitting Room:13'x6'
Bedroom - Primary:21'x15'
Ensuite:4-Piece piece

Level 3 - 0 sqft

Level 4 - 352 sqft

Attic:22x13

Other - 0 sqft

Property Details

Beds: 3
Baths: 3
Sq. Feet: 2,830
Year Built: 1892
Property Type: Single Family Detached
Municipality: Victoria

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Mariann Abram - Pemberton Holmes Ltd - Sidney
Phone: 250-884-6796

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