643 Southwood Dr | $2,999,900 | MLS® 1033516
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Bruce
Gibson
P. (250) 385-2033
Phone Bruce
Newport Realty Ltd.
1144 Fort St
Victoria, BC
Canada V8V 3K8
MLS® 1033516

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Address 643 Southwood Dr
AreaHighlands
Sub AreaWestern Highlands
State/ProvinceBritish Columbia
CountryCanada
Price$2,999,900
Property TypeSingle Family
Bedrooms7
Bathrooms9
Floor Space7540 Square Feet
Lot Size144184.00 Square Feet
WaterfrontNo
Year Built2018
Taxes $8,745
Tax Year2025
MLS® #1033516

Tucked away at the end of a quiet country lane, this 3.31-acre Highlands estate offers a rare combination of absolute privacy and modern luxury, situated just 25 minutes from downtown Victoria and minutes from Costco and local dining. Custom-built in 2018 to the highest architectural standards, the nearly 7,600 sq ft residence greets you with grand 10-foot coffered ceilings and rich Black Walnut flooring. The heart of the home is a chef’s dream kitchen, featuring solid quartzite countertops, illuminated cabinetry, and a professional appliance suite including a 48” Wolf gas range, Sub-Zero fridge, Miele dishwasher, and built-in coffee station. Entertain in the formal dining room or the sophisticated climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room. The main-level West Wing is dedicated to the primary suite, offering a Victorian gas fireplace and a spa-inspired ensuite finished in Calacatta Gold marble with heated floors and a freestanding soaker tub. The upper levels provide immense flexibility with an expansive rec room, private office, and a fully finished 1,500+ sq ft top-floor loft—perfect for a creative studio or guest wing. For extended family or rental potential, the lower level features a high-end European-style nanny suite with separate access. The exterior is a masterpiece of its own, featuring a wrap-around veranda and an expansive brick-paved terrace anchored by a tranquil tiered rock waterfall, all backing directly onto Park with easy access to Gowlland Tod Park. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will prize the two detached shops totaling 1,600 sq ft of workspace, both equipped with power and additional living/studio space above. Engineered for excellence with a 400-amp service, three energy-efficient heat pumps, and a fully paved driveway, this estate is a world-class retreat that spares no expense. Discover the pinnacle of Highlands living where architectural charm meets the serenity of the Pacific Northwest forest. Call Now "What a difference a Day makes"


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About

Bruce Gibson is a longstanding resident of Victoria, BC, having called the island his home since 1951. He spent his university years at the University of British Columbia, studying for a Bachelor of Commerce in Urban Land Economics and completing an in-residence real estate brokerage course. After graduating, he went on to work as a contract property negotiator for Shell Canada Ltd. He joined the Victoria Real Estate Board's Industrial, Commercial, & Investment Division, and has served on the Victoria Board of Governance for Private Industry & Public Service. Always busy, Bruce has also held the position of the Provincial Appointee to the Victoria Police Board, and he and his wife Kristine have enjoyed trips to South Africa, southern Russia, and the Arctic.

Bruce has been a licensed REALTOR® in Victoria for over 30 years, and was the managing broker of Boorman Investments, one of the city's oldest real estate firms, from 1995 to 2002. He possesses extensive experience in all areas of real estate.  He has successfully managed both commercial and residential properties, and works as an agent for both buyers and sellers. He's consistently placed in the top 10% of producers in Victoria for the past 10 years, and has been the recipient of virtually every sales award offered by the Victoria Real Estate Board.

When you work with Bruce, you work directly with him — not with assistants. All clients receive his personal contact numbers so that he can be reached at any time of day. Feel free to contact him for a reference list.