Charm of Metchosin

ABOUT METCHOSIN
The District of Metchosin is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, a short 20-minute drive from downtown Victoria. The residents of Metchosin take pride in the magnificent mountain views and massive old growth trees.

REAL ESTATE
The real estate market in Metchosin has a definite rural flair, with generally larger property footprints being very common. Buyers in this region enjoy the privacy and beauty only found in smaller coastal communities. Available homes range from extravagant luxury estates to peaceful cottages. Many properties have the potential for new builds, expansions, subdivision, and development.

LIFESTYLE & RECREATION
Bordered by the Strait of Juan de Fuca on the south, there are plenty of opportunities to see wildlife from the comfort of home. Many species of birds call this area home and it is common to see bald eagles soaring above or perched high in the trees. Additionally, many whales including orcas and humpbacks pass through the surrounding ocean on a regular basis.

The Galloping Goose trail provides for an enjoyable and scenic walk or bike route and conveniently connects Metchosin with the rest of Greater Victoria. This famous historical trail runs through forests and along the shorelines, making it a must-see for anyone residing in or visiting the area.

SCHOOLS
Metchosin is serviced by School District 62 Sooke. This growing school district represents over 10,000 students, offers dedicated athletic, international, and aboriginal programs, and is comprised of 26 schools including 18 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 secondary schools.

LOCATION
Metchosin is located nearly 20 kilometers west of downtown Victoria and borders Colwood and Langford to the north, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the east and south.

Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Strait of Georgia and the Inside Passage, Vancouver Island is known as “the Hawaii of the North”. With its vast wilderness, picturesque peaks, and temperate climate, this stunning locale is a paradise for those seeking serenity and natural beauty. A breadth of lifestyles are available here from charming coastal communities and pastoral estates, to busy urban centres.

Unlike much of Canada, Vancouver Island's weather is mild year-round. Spring comes early, with cherry blossom, tulip, and daffodil blooms lit by sparkling ocean sunsets. Summer is close behind, with the first sightings of migrating whales and local fishermen. In fall, a plethora of farms, vineyards, orchards, cideries, and breweries take local culinary culture to new heights. Come winter, cars loaded with kayaks, surfboards, paddle boards, skis, and snowboards come out to play, while golfers teeing off, and joggers taking to the trails remain common sights. Whatever the season, there’s plenty to enjoy on Vancouver Island.

From the remote Canadian surf-capital, Tofino in the north, to the tech-friendly historic harbour city of Victoria in the south, Vancouver Island is a mecca of world-class destinations, and facilities:

Known also as "The Garden City" for its perpetual greenery and rarely freezing temperatures, Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, and is a thriving collection of municipalities from it's historical urban centre, to it's various suburban, and rural developments both inland and oceanfront.

Located 15-minutes from Victoria in fast-growing Langford, Bear Mountain Mountain Resort is one of North-America's finest recreational developments, It is home to Canada's only 36 holes of Nicklaus Design golf, its largest indoor/outdoor red clay court tennis centre, and an extensive network of top-tier mountain bike trails. It is the headquarters of Golf Canada's National Development Team, the Canadian National Mountain Bike Team and is supported by Tennis Canada and Tennis BC.

The Victoria International Marina, completed in 2019 offers full-service premium luxury yacht moorage for yachts from 65-feet to 175-feet in the heart of Victoria. With 28-slips, upscale security and safety, amenities, concierge services and crew facilities, this is the ultimate port-of-call from which to cast off and explore North America's most spectacular cruising waters, the Pacific Northwest and Inside Passage,

Centrally situated in the lush Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit is Canada's only year-round motorsport circuit. This highly technical circuit features 19 corners and 11.5% in elevation changes, and is committed to providing the highest quality professional training, track-side support, and driver's education available.

Only a 45-minute drive from Victoria, the Cowichan Valley often referred to as the "Napa of the North" is home to 14 unique wineries. This cool climate viticulture is paired with a growing list of craft cideries, breweries, and distilleries located throughout the island, but mostly concentrated in the south in and around the agriculturally-rich Saanich Peninsula.

There are more than 200 islands in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve located between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia. Teeming with land and sea life including seals, whales, eagles, otters, and porpoises this area is home to numerous rarely explored precious ecosystems. The larger islands are serviced by BC Ferries while the smaller ones can only be reached by private boat or float plane.

Convenient international access to Vancouver Island includes numerous ferry routes to and from mainland Canada and the USA, the award-winning Victoria International Airport, as well as numerous private flight operators, airfields and heliports scattered island-wide.

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