House for Sale in Victoria
255 Government St, Victoria, BC
- 3 BEDS
- 3 BATHS
- 2,830 sq.ft. Home
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- Pemberton Holmes Ltd - Sidney
Property Description
Welcome to Arcadia – a heritage-designated Victorian Queen Anne residence built by craftsman-owner Frederick Sherborne in 1892. This timeless home blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Meticulously maintained, extensively restored, and seismically upgraded with 200 AMP service & forced air gas heat. Fully fenced & gated, designer landscaped sanctuary with flagstone dual driveway for parking. Charming detached studio/workshop. Grand living & dining rooms feature bay windows, 11-ft ceilings, period-inspired lighting & 2 gas fireplaces. Chef’s kitchen with oversized island, 2 stoves, dual dishwasher & marble counters—perfect for entertaining while blending old-world charm with modern convenience. French doors lead to wraparound porches & patios. Upstairs offers a spacious primary with vaulted ceiling, luxurious ensuite, plus 2 bedrooms & bath. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Victoria’s history in the heart of James Bay with Walk Score 99—this is a Walker’s Paradise.
Rooms
- TypeLevelDimensionsFlooring
- Attic3rd floor13' x 22'Other
- Ensuite2nd floor13' x 19'Other
- OtherMain7' x 9'Other
- Primary bedroom2nd floor15' x 21'Other
- OtherMain10' x 17'Other
- Bathroom2nd floor10' x 7'Other
- BathroomMain17' x 15'Other
- OtherMain5' x 23'Other
- Sitting2nd floor6' x 13'Other
- OtherMain5' x 16'Other
- KitchenMain15' x 21'Other
- OtherMain4' x 16'Other
- Dining roomMain15' x 16'Other
- Living roomMain15' x 18'Other
- EntranceMain8' x 19'Other
- Bedroom2nd floor8' x 13'Other
- EntranceMain3' x 8'Other
- Bedroom2nd floor10' x 15'Other
- Bonus RoomMain5' x 9'Other
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255 Government St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Y 2A1 Canada
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