OAK BAY

Are you looking for the perfect place to call home?
Look no further than Oak Bay, Victoria BC!

This attractive suburban community on the south tip of Vancouver Island has a population of 18,000 and is home to a few of the most sought-after properties on the West Coast. With well-asserted homes and gardens, bakeries, shops and additional unique trades, you’ll have plenty of comforts at hand to explore. With its private and public schools close by, it’s an ideal place to raise a family.

Oak Bay is a municipality of the Capital Regional District of Greater Victoria, British Columbia on Vancouver Island that is situated approximately three kilometres from the downtown core. The region has picturesque scenery, roads and pathways for promenading, running or riding a bike. It offers multiple quiet neighbourhoods with both intimate laneways for quiet surveying and stunning scenic seaside routes that extend along Beach Drive. Within just a few kilometers you can find coastal shops, galleries, delicious restaurants and cafes to linger in and miles of beach to explore. Major shopping is available via the Fairfield Plaza shopping center which is close by, or the Save on Foods center.

Oak Bay is a nature lovers haven where exploration is endless where trails, barefoot beach strolls, wild life viewing, boating, fishing and padding along the shoreline are common adventures for residents and tourists. There are lots of easy and relaxing things to do with family and friends within easy walking distance. A delicate society surrounded by an impressive natural setting.

Oak Bay isn't only infamous for its spectacular coastline, homes, shops and restaurants, its also one of the mildest weather points in the entirety of Canada. With its moderate temperatures perfect for year round outdoor activities and average annual rainfall lower than anywhere on the Canadian west coast, the area is one of the most desired spots in North America.

Oak Bay is flanked by the University of Victoria, with Saanich to the North, the Haro Strait to the East and the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the South. The main village is located on Oak Bay Avenue, with alternative retail situated on Estevan Avenue, Cadboro Bay Road and Foul Bay Road.

Oak Bay Parks:

Kitty Islet sits along adjacent to McNeill Bay. Far from your average park, this refined waterfront park brings you in touch with marine life and boats soaring by. Enjoy tranquil views of the Olympic Mountains on the Adirondack chairs found on the rugged bluffs. Ideal for bird watching, star gazing, angling and simply staring at the marine wildlife which flourishes with seals, sea lions, whales and more. The terrain is left raw and natural with its access sometimes obstructed by the tides.

Henderson Park is a multi-faceted developed park with tennis courts, soccer and baseball fields, jogging trails, a playground and the Hendersen Recreation Centre which provides a variety of recreational opportunities with a spacious gym and fitness centre.

Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and community culture is unparalleled with free beach concerts in the summer and a truly unique art scene. Resident Artisans of Oak Bay open their homes and studios a few times throughout the year to invite the neighbours for a free tour to appreciate their artworks and acknowledge their skills. Approximately 25 local artists participate, displaying paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography and more.

Cattle Point is a region of Uplands Park and runs along the coastline of Oak Bay. This point gives gorgeous vantage points of the Haro Strait. There is plenty of parking, picnic tables and benches, a boat ramp as well as a paved walkway down to Willows Beach. Cattle Point is well known for its starry skies. This beach is fairly rocky and more suitable for beach strolls rather than swimming. It's considered one of the best off-leash dog beaches. The locals from often paddle board or windsurf in McNeill Bay.

Full List of Oak Bay Parks:

Anderson Hill Park
Bowker Creek Walkway
Carnarvon Park Causton's
Green Chinese cemetery (national historic site)
Cochrane’s
Common Entrance Park
Fireman’s Park
Gonzales Hill Regional Park
Gonzales Observatory (CRD park)
Haynes Park
Henderson
Kitty Islet
Lafayette park
Lokier Garden
McMicking Park
Monteith
Allotment Gardens
Native Plant Garden
Oakdowne Park
Queen’s Park
Trafalgar Park
Turkey Head Walkway
Uplands Park
Walbran Park
Willows Park
Windsor Park
Mary Todd Island
Quimper Park
Nottingham Park

Oak Bay Beaches:

Willows Beach is one of the most popular hot spots for swimming and beaching in all of Greater Victoria. Here you can engage in long walks along the sandy shore and wade in the protected waters all year round. Amazing for kids and families. It offers a playground with a large grassy park, bathrooms, picnic tables and outdoor concerts in the evenings. 'Willows Beach Tea Room' is a popular concession stand for fries, hot dogs, sandwiches, beverages, ice cream and of course, poutine. It is operated by the Kiwanis Club of Oak Bay. Volunteers and paid students work together at this quaint little cafe right on the beach.

Gonzales beach is a favourite hangout for locals with its calm waters, soft sand and great atmosphere. It has everything you want in a beach. In a sheltered bay it is protected from the wind and home to lots of wildlife. It's is perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding or sunbathing. It feels like a tropical paradise. When the tide is high, the beach almost disappears under the ocean so make sure to check the tide schedule. You can also get a phenomenal view of the beach from Gonzalez Hill.

Full List of Oak Bay Beaches:

Willows Beach
Cattle Point
McNeill Bay
Turkey Head Walkway
Queens Park
Kitty Islet
Trafalgar Park
Loon Bay
Haynes Park

Oak Bay Marinas:

The Oak Bay Marina is a full service marina located in a sheltered bay with amazing views of Mount Baker. Here you can find a gift shop, fuel dock, a spot for ship repairs and ample free parking which makes the marina a popular destination for cruisers or full time moorage.

The Royal Victoria Yacht Club is the oldest in western Canada. It is situated on the protected waters of Cadboro Bay. The facilities offer opportunities for racing, cruising and sailing as well as watersport rentals.

The 'Oak Bay Beach Hotel' is an elegant luxury boutique resort nestled on the shores of the Pacific which was built in an English Manor House style and was reconstructed on the same oceanfront lot where the historical hotel sat for more than 90 years. This oceanfront hotel features an on site spa with outdoor mineral baths. Its an awesome place to spend a night yourself, have dinner at their 'Snug Pub' or dining room, spend a day at their pool or recommend to others visiting the island. The Hotel offers some seasonal docking facilities.

Oak Bay Golf Courses:

The Victoria Golf Club is a private and historic golf club with an 18-hole course and is one of the most scenic, ocean-side golf courses in the world. The temperate microclimate keeps members golfing throughout the year.

Uplands Golf Club which is well known for its well groomed fairways and impeccable greens which are also playable on a year round basis. With gentle fairway and lack of steep hills or valleys to navigate, this 18 hole game is often played in 4 hours or less.

The Oak Bay Recreation & Henderson Recreation centre also offer public golf courses.

Oak Bay Schools:

There are an abundance of quality schools providing all levels of education in the community. The Greater Victoria School District No.61 covers the district of Oak Bay.
Their website offers a 'School Locator Tool' to find schools within your catchment boundaries. You can also find a school map her highlighting all levels of education within the map.

You can find the link here:

Oak Bay Real Estate:

There are many luxurious century old character homes, townhomes and condos in the area with lush manicured lawns, tree lined boulevards and well landscaped oversize lots. Tucked way from transportation corridors and in close proximity to the water, Oak Bay offers a quiet neighborhood ambience with very little traffic. The housing stock is generally of superior quality and in superb condition with nothing in the way of industrial activity to disturb the peace. It offers enough conveniences and amenities to cater to the upscale tastes of it's professional, often retired and generally more affluent population.

Oak Bay’s charming multi million dollar homes attract buyers worldwide with their elegance and prestige. Many people are willing to pay for that charm. Oak Bay is one of the top ten most wealthiest locations in the country, with an average net worth of almost $2 million per household .It has a robust economy, high wealth and incomes, home affordability and low taxes.

Oak Bay preserves its colourful heritage with its traditional gardens, a healthy combination of Arts & Crafts mixed with Edwardian architecture and a touch of tweed! Its heritage map tells the story of the regions colonial history, while the area's deepest roots lie in the Songhee's First Nation. There are 28 heritage designated homes and 7 heritage designated properties listed in the community heritage register.

Oak Bay residents are well engaged and highly attentive when it comes to their community. They have it all with their beaches on the ocean, gorgeous streets, beautiful houses and plenty of amenities which all adds up to a great place to live!