5 British Columbia Luxury Homes from Oceanfront to Mountain Views

From its elevated setting in the Benchlands, this custom Pemberton home balances proximity to town with wonderful views, sunshine, and a low-maintenance yard suited to an adventure-minded routine. Inside, custom hand-crafted finishes set the tone, with rich millwork, live-edge details, and integrated audio throughout. The layout is thoughtfully tiered: a third-floor primary retreat offers a true escape, complete with views, a private yoga/office area, and a spa-inspired ensuite. On the main level, a gourmet kitchen anchors open-concept living spaces that flow naturally to a covered deck and its outlook. The first floor is designed as a guest or family hub, featuring two bedrooms plus a media/gym space with access to the hot tub. An oversized double garage keeps mountain gear organized, while a two-bedroom suite adds welcome flexibility.

Along the shoreline of North Saanich, this one-acre oceanfront retreat channels the ease and privacy of West Coast living near Victoria. Panoramic views sweep across Swartz Bay toward Piers Island, creating a steady sense of calm from the moment you arrive. Inside, bright, inviting living space unfolds across two levels, with large windows that frame the water in nearly every direction. Thoughtful placement on the lot brings in sunlight while preserving seclusion throughout the day. Outdoors, winding garden paths and mature trees shape a natural setting, complemented by a cozy cabin and a bubbling hot tub overlooking a sheltered bay-front and private mooring buoy. With R-2 zoning and a minimum lot size of 0.5 acre (buyer to verify), there’s room to imagine what comes next, at an unhurried coastal pace.

Steps from Rockland’s waterfront, this quiet cul-de-sac of just three residences feels worlds away from the city around it. Directly across from the iconic Government House grounds, the home sits amid majestic trees, manicured gardens, and protected parklands—an unusually discreet setting in one of the neighborhood’s most coveted enclaves. Inside, a charming character residence has been lovingly maintained, offering enduring craftsmanship alongside warmth and comfort. Beyond the main house, a substantial detached over-height garage/carriage house adds remarkable flexibility, topped by a self-contained bachelor suite suited to guests, a private studio, a home office, multigenerational living, or added income. With Craigdarroch Castle a short stroll away, daily life here is defined by privacy, greenery, and a rare sense of seclusion at the heart of Rockland.

Originally built in 1912, this grand character residence has been meticulously transformed into a 4,300+ sq ft home on a generous 7,700 sq ft lot in Victoria. The renovation—largely undertaken by Zebra Construction—was a true top-to-bottom reworking, including all-new plumbing, electrical, and drainage, along with the significant step of raising the home to create a full-height walk-out basement. Today, the layout offers five bedrooms and four bathrooms, thoughtfully balancing century-old craftsmanship with modern comfort. Within the lower level, a ~1,500 sq ft legal two-bedroom suite adds flexibility, whether kept as part of the main living experience or held in reserve for extended family and potential rental income. It’s a home designed to evolve with the seasons of life.

In Lions Bay, expansive views of Howe Sound set the tone for this meticulous Kelvin Grove residence, fully renovated with a calm, contemporary sensibility. The open-plan kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with custom cabinetry, a large island, a Miele steam/bake oven, Bosch induction cooktop, and a custom high-power fan—designed for everyday cooking as much as entertaining. Nearby, the living room’s high-efficiency fireplace adds warmth, while a balcony with glass rails keeps the sightlines to the water uninterrupted. Bathrooms have been updated throughout, including a spa-like primary ensuite with heated floors and a jacuzzi. Engineered hardwood runs across the top two floors, complemented by triple-pane Low-E windows and sliders, LED lighting, and a large hot water tank. Outside, a large composite garden-level deck and beautiful, low-maintenance gardens invite lingering. A legalized, updated basement suite adds flexibility for modern living.