PRICED TO SELL! Set on 3.17 private acres with 385 ft of accessible oceanfront, custom-built 1,510 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2-bath home. Skylights flood the home with natural light, gardens, expansive decks, sustainable, energy-independent living, breathtaking views come see this idyllic island retreat.
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Escape to the tranquillity of Gulf Island living with this exceptional Sidney Island waterfront property. Set on the largest oceanfront parcel along the island's eastern shoreline, this remarkable 3.17-acre estate offers 385 feet of accessible oceanfront, breathtaking views across Haro Strait to majestic Mount Baker, and an extraordinary opportunity to embrace one of British Columbia's most coveted waterfront lifestyles. Completed in 2018 and thoughtfully designed for comfortable year-round living, the 1,510 sq. ft. custom home blends timeless West Coast architecture with contemporary comfort and sustainable living. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a family retreat, or a peaceful island escape, this property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, quality craftsmanship, and natural beauty. Natural light pours through five skylights, illuminating rich hickory hardwood floors, warm fir accents, and an inviting open-concept living space designed to capture the spectacular ocean views. The gourmet kitchen is beautifully appointed with a Wolf six-burner gas range, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace ideal for entertaining family and friends. The spacious primary bedroom enjoys stunning ocean vistas, while two additional bedrooms—including one with a Murphy bed that easily converts into a home office—provide flexible accommodation for family and guests. A cozy propane fireplace adds warmth and ambiance throughout the cooler months. The versatile walk-out lower level offers space for laundry, storage, recreation, a workshop, home office, or additional guest accommodation, complemented by a Blaze King wood stove. Outside, expansive decks become an extension of the home, inviting you to entertain, relax with a book, or simply take in the ever-changing coastal scenery. Watch sailboats glide by, whales surface offshore, seals play along the shoreline, and eagles soar overhead. Launch a kayak or paddleboard from your own accessible beach or stroll the shoreline at low tide as spectacular sunrises and vibrant sunsets paint the sky. Thoughtfully developed for sustainable island living, the solar powered electrical system has a brand-new 2026 13 kW Kohler backup generator, productive raised hügelkultur garden beds, established gardens, mature natural landscaping, a chicken coop, woodshed. Few waterfront properties combine accessible oceanfront, exceptional construction, complete privacy, and sustainable living as seamlessly as 1308 Greenleaf Lane. More than simply a beautiful home, this is a legacy property—a place where family and friends will gather for generations while experiencing the unmatched beauty, peace, and timeless pace of life that make Sidney Island one of British Columbia's most exclusive waterfront communities.
Sidney Island is at the southern end of the Gulf Islands between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia about 19 km north of Victoria, 6 km southeast of Sidney on the Saanich Peninsula and 10 km from Roche Harbour on US San Juan Island.
Access is by boat to the 67-slip private dock in Miners Bay or by plane to the 2,600 ft airstrip, Water taxi service available from Sidney. Sidney Island is a private island all visits must be arranged in advance. Call Rich to arrange a visit, 604-328-0848.
A place unlike any other in British Columbia—and arguably one of the most extraordinary private island communities in the world—Sidney Island offers a rare blend of spectacular waterfront ownership, thoughtfully managed sustainable forestry, protected conservation lands, and carefully planned, low-density development. Miles of pristine sandy beaches, unspoiled natural beauty, and an enduring commitment to environmental stewardship create an island lifestyle that is increasingly rare.
Enjoying one of Canada's most desirable climates, Sidney Island is blessed with warm, dry summers, mild winters, and less than 30 inches of annual rainfall. As one of the last major undeveloped islands in the Southern Gulf Islands, it remains a sanctuary of remarkable beauty and tranquillity.
Wherever you are on the island, the scenery is unforgettable. Gaze south to the snow-capped Olympic Mountains, east to the iconic cone of Mount Baker, and beyond to the dramatic peaks of the Cascade Range. Combined with its peaceful forests, abundant wildlife, and crystal-clear waters, Sidney Island offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle that few places in the world can match.
Owners enjoy exclusive access to:
Remarkably, the owners collectively share approximately 1,343 acres of common land—an area larger than Vancouver’s Stanley Park—ensuring that Sidney Island will remain one of the most protected and unspoiled island communities on the British Columbia coast.
Testimony to the uniqueness and quality of Sidney Island is the fact that the only land on Sidney Island not owned by the Strata Corporation is the island's northern tip, formerly known as Sidney Spit Marine Park. In 2003, this spectacular 400-acre area became part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, preserving one of the most beautiful coastal landscapes in British Columbia.
The park surrounds a broad, sheltered lagoon embraced by the island's iconic sandy spit, creating a haven for boaters, nature lovers, and families. Visitors enjoy mooring buoys, a government dock, picnic areas, and campsites, while the expansive sandy beach and calm, protected waters provide some of the finest swimming in the Southern Gulf Islands.
The surrounding waters teem with marine life including salmon, halibut, seals, sea lions, orcas, and migrating gray whales.
A truly exceptional opportunity few properties combine privacy, natural beauty, quality construction, sustainable living, and accessible oceanfront as seamlessly as 1308 Greenleaf Lane.
This is far more than a waterfront home—it is a legacy property offering an extraordinary lifestyle in the Pacific Northwest’s most exclusive island community.
Both Sidney Island and neighboring James Island are geographically unique in that they are the only Canadian Gulf Islands composed almost entirely of quaternary drift deposits—unconsolidated sand and gravel deposited by glaciers thousands of years ago—which form the sandy coastline. The east side of the island is solid rock with no geo-technical setbacks required.
Sidney Island supports exceptionally lush and varied vegetation common to the south coastal climatic zone including Douglas fir, white fir, Garry oak, mock cherry, arbutus, red cedar, red alder, balsam, hemlock, aspen, yew, big leaf maple and flowering dogwood. Smaller vegetation includes Scotch broom, fireweed, gorse, wild roses, western fescue, orchard grass, salal, hawthorn, and a 50-tree orchard on the common land.
Boating,
flying, hiking the miles of trails and beaches, swimming in our wonderful
swimming pond, fishing, prawning, crabbing, whale watching, kayaking, paddling,
scuba diving, photography, bird watching, cycling, exploring, and cruising the
Canadian Gulf Islands and the US San Juan Islands.
Originally named Sallas Island, in 1859 the Hudson Bay Company, hoping to attract settlers with a more British name, changed it to Sidney Island. Many years ago, the Island was purchased by a group of Victoria businessmen as a private hunting preserve. In 1981 the Island was purchased from the last two survivors of the original owners, by Sallas Forest Limited Partnership. The subdivision into 111 strata lots was completed with titles registered in 2005 all the lots were sold in 2005 and 2006, properties for sale since then are resales.
48°36'35.71"N and 123°16'55.25"W
3,207.72 (2024)
$309.54 per month (2026)
CD-2 Sidney Island Comprehensive Development Zone Capital Regional District and Islands Trust
Strata Lot 42, Section 4, Sidney Island, Range 1E, North Saanich District, Strata Plan V1S5122 together with an interest in the common property in proportion to the unit entitlement of the Strata Lot as shown on form 1 (see plan as to limited access)
PID 026-297-680
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