This South facing 10 acre sanctuary sits on top of the Mt Newton Valley in the heart of the Saanich Peninsula. Zoned Rural Estate RE-1 allowing agriculture use. Surrounded by trees and nearby farms this a centrally located rural retreat, a 5min drive to the Saanichton Village and all the amenities it offers; Saanich Peninsula hospital, restaurants, grocery, banks, gas station and so much more. This idyllic country home offers over 5,700sq ft of floor space. There are two driveways one more formal welcomes you thru a gated entry to the main home and the other leading to the over height double RV garage. The grand vaulted entry of the home welcomes family and friends, enjoy dinner al fresco on your expansive south facing sundeck. Both the living and family rooms feature gas fireplaces. This is a traditional family floorplan with 4 bedrooms upstairs. The lower level basement space is great for a rec area for teenagers or plumbed and ready for a second kitchen or wet bar.