Harbour Farm
265 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring, BC
- 5 cac
- 3 sdb
- 1 500 pi.ca. Espace
- Passer à Faits
- Harbour Farm
Caractéristiques principales
- Inscrit par:
- Logan Wilson, Brayden Klein
Description de la propriété
Harbour Farm is one of Ganges' original farms: 17.46 acres held across three separate titles and now offered together for the first time. Rising above Ganges Harbour beside the celebrated Hastings House estate, it offers something Salt Spring can no longer create — a genuine working farm where the village's shops, marina and galleries are still a short stroll away.
The land itself tells the story. Sun-washed hayfields and fenced pasture roll up from the village edge, while greenhouses and planting plots anchor the western fields. A pond, mature forest and rocky outcrops frame the rest. From the upper elevations, ocean, harbour and island views open in every direction, with building sites to capture them.
At the heart of the offering is the 12.06-acre farm at 151 Upper Ganges Road, with greenhouses and planting plots on its western side. 203 Howell Lane adds 4.63 treed acres with a small cleared section, while 265 Lower Ganges Road contributes 0.77 acres of R6-zoned residential land outside the ALR. This parcel carries the three-bed, two-bath main residence and provides the estate's main access, with a second entrance from Upper Ganges Road.
Accommodation extends well beyond the main home. Two bunkhouse cabins are joined by a third housing a four-piece bathroom, while a workshop cabin and a covered outdoor kitchen and laundry keep the property ready for extended family, farm help or agritourism. Services are already in place, including municipal water supplemented by established wells, septic, and farm-class taxes on the main parcel.
Holding three separate titles gives a buyer flexibility no single-lot estate can match: occupy, farm, lease or hold, with future options kept open by the non-ALR parcel. Village-adjacent acreages of this scale, with these views, cannot be assembled again on Salt Spring.
Come walk the land and you will understand why it is called Harbour Farm.
Caractéristiques
- Aire
- Atelier
- Cyclisme
- Espace extérieur
- Ferme / Ranch
- Île
- Jardins
- Maison(s) d'invités
- Océan / plage
- Pêche
- Plaisance
- Randonnée
- Scénique
- Stationnement
Pièces
- TypeNiveauDimensionsPlancher
- Chambre à coucherPrincipal10' x 10'Autre
- Chambre à coucherPrincipal12' x 10'Autre
- Chambre à coucherPrincipal12' x 10'Autre
- EnsuitePrincipal8' x 5'Autre
- Chambre à coucher principalePrincipal12' x 12'Autre
- Salle de bainsPrincipal8' x 5'Autre
- Chambre à coucherPrincipal10' x 10'Autre
- Salle de bainsPrincipal10' x 10'Autre
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265 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring, British Columbia, V8K 1S7 Canada
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Addenda
The BC Gulf Islands: A West Coast Legacy
Stretching throughout the Salish Sea between Vancouver and Victoria, the BC Gulf Islands archipelago is one of Canada’s most distinctive and ecologically significant regions. Comprising hundreds of islands—from major hubs like Galiano, Mayne, and Pender to private islets—this area offers a style of living characterized by pastoral charm, rugged coastal beauty, and a deeply felt sense of seclusion.
A Rare Mediterranean Microclimate
The Southern Gulf Islands are famous for a unique Mediterranean-style climate that is among the mildest in Canada. This "Banana Belt" allows for lush forests of Douglas fir and Arbutus, and is one of the only places in the country where olives can be grown. For a property owner, this translates to longer outdoor seasons and a landscape that stays vibrant year-round.
A Sanctuary of Natural Beauty and Recreation
The islands are a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Wildlife & Marine Life: The sheltered waters teem with orcas, seals, and porpoises, while the skies are home to a high concentration of bald eagles and ravens.
Active Lifestyle: Residents enjoy world-class sailing, kayaking, and hiking through protected areas like the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, which encompasses 15 islands and numerous islets.
Sustainable Living: Many properties exude West Coast charm, featuring "post and beam" architecture and eco-friendly details designed to harmonize with the bucolic environment.
The "Islands Trust" Difference
Unlike many rural regions, the Gulf Islands are governed by the Islands Trust, a unique conservation-oriented mandate established by the BC government.
Preservation Focus: The Trust’s primary object is to "preserve and protect" the islands from over-development, ensuring the region retains its rural character for future generations.
Property Value Stability: Because of significant limits on current and future development, the islands generally possess a market appeal that maintains high and stable property values.
Connected Seclusion
While the islands offer a relaxed pace of life, they remain remarkably accessible.
Transport: Connectivity is maintained through BC Ferries, private water taxis, and floatplane services.
Community Infrastructure: While rural, many islands provide essential amenities such as community buses, local artisanal markets, and professional services, often within a short distance of major urban centres like Victoria or Vancouver.
For a buyer considering 151 Upper Ganges Rd, this broader context highlights the rare opportunity to secure a large, buildable acreage in a region where such land is strictly protected and increasingly scarce.
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Victoria, Colombie-Britannique, V8W 3M6
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