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 Sookeâs schools, shops, recreation & amenities. ⢠Make it your own - Create a garden, hobby farm, outdoor retreat, or simply a private family sanctuary. (id:32467)