Brenda Russell is proud to present a new listing this House for sale, 2500 Mowat Street, Oak Bay, Victoria, BC

Below is a short Vimeo Video of the private 'Secret Garden'

2500 Mowat from beSEA Photolab on Vimeo.

This jewel of a home was built in 1952 and has been meticulously maintained and tastefully renovated, maintaining original character features. Set on a private, fully fenced, enchanting garden, one is awestruck by the attention to detail in all aspects of the property. Located on a quiet, sought after North Oak Bay Street, close to Willows Beach, Uplands Golf Course, shopping, restaurants, Oak Bay Recreation Centre and transit this home offers an ideal, turn-key lifestyle for the discerning professional couple or retirees seeking an oasis of quality comfort and calm; a glorious retreat that blends harmoniously with nature. Entry Hall ~ Crimson walls and ceiling welcomes you with precious Tiffany style ceiling lights, walnut stained oak floors that provide passages to all major rooms along with a modern 'Convectair' wall heater. Living Room ~ Joining the entry hall by an attractive archway, the living room is spacious, bright and newly decorated on a restful palette, featuring walnut stained oak floors, new gas 'Majestic' fireplace, cove ceilings, recessed lighting and custom window shutters. It is large enough to add a cozy dining table in the corner. Kitchen ~ Enter from the hall, through a French door into the well appointed, custom IKAN kitchen combining function and beauty, choosing classic Hunter Green and white palette and boasting top of the line appliances including: Bloomberg gas oven, Fisher Paykel French door refrigerator, "silent" Bosch dishwasher double Kohler porcelain deep sinks, Richelieu hardware (brushed nickel knobs/classic cup pulls) and a handy pull out for accessing your favourite cooking utensils. Dining Area ~ Adjoining the kitchen and using the same glass and solid combination, the cabinetry thoughtfully flows into the cozy dining area providing perfect storage for dinnerware, objet d'art and six drawers for other finery. The exquisite touch of a Tiffany style pendulum... lights the space and also features custom window shutters that open fully and adjust individually. Primary Bedroom with Ensuite ~ The cheerful 13" x 20" Master suite enjoys views of and access by door to the private garden. Retaining character with cove ceiling and Oak floors, the room features a practical ceiling fan and a 'modern sliding door' clothes closet. An updated three piece bath has tiled shower, undercounter sink with oak cabinet. Main Bathroom ~ Light, bright and sky-lit the four piece bath is decorated in stylish white adding to a spa like feeling. Laundry Room/Mud Room ~ With handy door access to garden and separate garage, the bright laundry room features front loading Maytag washer and dryer, extra cupboards and extra shelving. 'The Secret Garden' ~ Designed and created by the current owner in 2020, alluring flagstone walkways draw the beholder into this idyllic English Country garden with its bountiful bevy of interesting trees, shrubs and glorious perennial blooms thoughtfully nested in raised rock and brick beds. Fully fenced for utter privacy, the garden provides the homeowner with a secluded sanctum of beauty and piece. Discover the charming patio, relax and sip a favourite beverage or perhaps dine al fresco while watching birds and inhaling the wonder of it all. Designed to please the most discerning horticulturist yet relatively easy care with an irrigation system in place, discover the joy of owning a deluxe, perfectly sized Hall's Greenhouse. Charming touches abound in every direction even a friendly cock weathervane atop the garage!