Sunny south end agricultural estate
HOUSE
Thoughfully situated to enjoy the sunny pastoral views of Trincomali Farms and Bluff Park beyond, all rooms in this home have a lovely view of ponds, pasture, or the forest of Bluff Park. Designed by Hank Schubert, the heart of the home is an expansive kitchen with bee’s wax finished cedar ceiling, an AGA stove, custom oak cabinetry, a large pantry, office nook and a expansive wall of floor to ceiling windows which face out into the pond of the sheltered courtyard.
A few steps down past the kitchen is the sunken living room with 14’ cathedral ceilings, a grand stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows overlooking Trincomali farms. Sharing the same view is the sunroom and dining room. All bedrooms are contained in a separate wing with views of a small pond with foot bridge amoungst the backdrop of beautiful Bluff Park.
Facing the forest is the mudroom, flex room, and 2 car garage, with roughed in plumbing for 2 change rooms and additional bathrooms as the previous had plans to build a pool.
ACREAGE
Bordering the property and lined in large ferns is Murchison Creek ( with water water rights) and a stunning forests of cedar, fir and birch trees. This gorgeous forest lines one side of the property. In the centre is a large gravel pit with 80-100 yards of gravel. On the other side bordering Montague Road is more forest and another idyllic pond. Mid way through the property is another perfect building site with more views of the sunny pasture of Trincomali farms as well as a small meadow. Lots of potential for livestock, gardens or additional structures. Approximately 6 acres of this property is cleared, the remaining is forest.
Pasture and fruit trees surround the home with extensive rockery retaining walls, stairs, paths and encased ponds which were completed in 2004.
STABLE
Just up from the house is a barn with attached 4 stall stable. Te barn is situated close to Montague Road so it may be a good location for a home based business if not used for farm animals or storage.
LOCATION
This expansive estate is privately situated yet conveniently located 10 minutes from the ferry terminal, 5 minutes from Montague Marina, the stunning shell beaches of Montague Provincial Park and acclaimed Pilgrimmer restaurant. It is also walking distance to the grocery store, Galiano Soapworks, the corner store, and many of Galiano’s eateries.
127 Montague Road
Island: Galiano
MLS#: R2300954
Acreage: 18.5
Price: $889,000
Rarely available agricultural estate located at the south end of Galiano. Perfectly situated on 18.5 acres, overlooking pastoral views of Tricomali Farms and the lush forest of Bluff Park. This quality crafted, 4000 sq foot rancher was designed by renowned architect, Hank Schubart. With floor to ceiling windows, grand stone fireplaces, bees wax finished cedar ceilings, sunroom and a large aga stove in an expansive kitchen, warmth as well as light radiate throughout this impressive home. The property includes a 4 stall stable/barn, pasture, creek with water rights, gravel pit, 7 GPM well and a gorgeous forest. Located close to all amenities and 10 minutes from the ferry terminal. Perfect for the hobbly farm enthusiast.
