317 Bessborough Close, View Royal
VR View Royal · Single Family Residence · MLS® 1036070 · Listed May 8, 2026
Waterfront, Architecturally Significant home on a private west facing cove off Esquimalt Harbour, designed by the Modernism & pioneer West Coast style architect Alan J. Hodgson. Sweeping curves, bold angles & a spectacular nautilus inspired central staircase. On main level the kitchen features warm wood cabinetry, granite countertops,walk-in pantry & laundry, flowing seamlessly into a sun-drenched dining room w/ floor-to-ceiling windows framing mature arbutus against the harbour water views. Living room has wood-burning fireplace & built-in shelving. Upstairs the primary suite captures the views! & offers a deck, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with soaker tub & ocean views. 2nd bedroom has ensuite, walk-in closet & deck. Up again to a light-filled bedroom, studio or office. Main level garage. High crawl space for great storage. Direct beach access for swimming, kayaking & more. Artistic grounds honour indigenous flora w/front yard lighting makes dusk at Bessborough something to behold.
| Property Type | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Interior | 2,274 sqft |
| Lot Size | 7,710.12 sqft (0.17 acres) |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Marina Nearby, No Through Road, Park Setting, Private, Quiet Area, Serviced, Sloped, Walk on Waterfront, Wooded |
| Parking | 3 spaces (1 garage) |
| Year Built | 1990 |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| Heating | Baseboard, Electric, Heat Recovery, Radiant Floor, Wood |
| Basement | Crawl Space, Partial |
| Exterior | Insulation: Ceiling, Insulation: Walls, Stucco, Wood |
| Roof | Asphalt Torch On, Wood |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Flooring | Carpet, Hardwood, Tile |
| Water | Municipal |
| Sewer | Sewer Connected |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Taxes | $6,516.57 (2026) |
| Strata Fee | $17/mo |
| Pets | Aquariums, Birds, Caged Mammals, Cats OK, Dogs OK |
| Parking Type | Attached, Driveway, Garage |
| Amenities | Private Drive/Road |
| Extras | Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range Electric, Refrigerator, Washer |
| MLS® # | 1036070 |
| Brokerage | Sotheby's International Realty Canada |
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