First time to market for this exceptional 4.25-acre Sooke estate! Built in 1994, this sprawling 3,500 sq.ft. rancher offers 4BR+den, 3BA, large rec.room, & an incredible sense of space. The heart of the home is the wide-open living area w/dramatic 12' vaulted ceilings flowing seamlessly from the oversized living room, complete w/wet bar & wood stove, to the expansive dining area & oversize kitchen. There is truly room for everything here! Outside, the full-width rear deck overlooks a lush forested backdrop w/meandering creek running through the lot. A pedestrian bridge crosses the creek to where the property really opens up, w/gently rolling grasslands & mountain views. Detached 29'x23' shop w/second driveway features drive-through doors, ideal for vehicles, hobbies or storage. City water & new septic field. Centrally located to the town core & on bus route. Located in the ALR with potential for agricultural use. The canvas is here – bring your vision & make your dreams come to life! HIGHLIGHTS: • Space to spread out – Room for kids to play, pets to roam, gardens to grow, & hobbies to flourish. • The Sooke lifestyle – Fresh air, open space, slower mornings, & a connection to nature. • Raise a family w/room to roam – Kids have freedom to explore, get muddy, build forts, & enjoy the outdoors right at home. • Nature at your doorstep – Creekside living, lush greenery, mountain views, & endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. • Room for your passions – A workshop & 4.25ac provide space for vehicles, hobbies, gardening, or recreation. • Embrace the farming lifestyle – Designated ALR, seize the opportunity to grow your own food, establish gardens or crops, keep animals, & create a hobby or small-scale agricultural operation. • Privacy without isolation – Enjoy the peace of acreage living while remaining close to Sooke’s schools, shops, recreation & amenities. • Make it your own – Create a garden, hobby farm, outdoor retreat, or simply a private family sanctuary. (id:24212)