Charming home built in 1939 retains its tasteful, tranquil & elegant character. You will appreciate the functional updates made over the years to kitchen, baths, while highlighting the original warmth & appeal. Very pleasant living room with gas fireplace and a separate formal dining room. Fabulous original wood floors throughout in both oak & fir. This home offers a timeless layout with 3 bedrooms up, master bedroom on the main, plus a 5th bedroom on the lowest level. A family room was added in later years. Estate size lot located in the sought after Arbutus area is 0.44ac, (over 19,000 sqft,) completely private with mature landscaping plus a firepit & private conversation area at the foot of the garden. Plus there's a secluded patio with hot tub. Expansive decks on three levels offer views to the ocean. Location is brilliant; on bus route, walking distance to all amenities, handy to Uvic & Camosun College. Lots of parking too, with a convenient turnaround. It's nice - see it today!