Property Type: Detached HouseOwnership: Freehold

101 Church Bay Rd

Saturna Island, BC V0N2Y0

$3,395,000

5 bed4 bath10 parking4,385 sqftBuilt 1901
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Property Details

Property & Lot

Sub-type
House
Lot size
8.9 acres
Zoning
Agricultural

Ownership & Fees

Property type
Detached House
Ownership
Freehold
Annual property tax
$10,601.03

Interior

Heating
Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Electric
Cooling / A/C
Air Conditioned
Fireplace
Yes (2)

Exterior & Lot

View
Ocean view
Waterfront
Waterfront on ocean

Parking

Total spaces
10

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelDimensions
Living roomAuxiliary Building
KitchenAuxiliary Building
BedroomAuxiliary Building
BathroomAuxiliary Building3-Piece
PorchOther
WorkshopOther
StorageOther
WorkshopOther
KitchenAuxiliary Building
StorageOther
StorageOther
EntranceOther
BalconySecond level
BalconySecond level
PatioMain level
PatioMain level
PatioMain level
PorchMain level
PorchMain level
BedroomSecond level
BedroomSecond level
Living roomSecond level
Laundry roomMain level
EnsuiteMain level3-Piece
BedroomMain level
EnsuiteMain level4-Piece
OtherMain level
Primary BedroomMain level
BathroomMain level3-Piece
Eating areaMain level
KitchenMain level
DenMain level
Dining roomMain level
Living roomMain level

Listing Information

MLS®
1038077
Listed
June 3, 2026
Time on market
On the market for 89 days
Data last synced
August 28, 2026

Listing provided by: Pemberton Holmes Ltd. · Data source: CREA DDF.

Description

Once-in-a-generation opportunity. 8.9 AC family legacy estate with 1,000 ft of walk-on sandy beachfront. Set amid colourful gardens, expansive lawns & breathtaking low-bank shoreline this remarkable property captures the romance of a bygone era while offering modern comforts. At the heart of the home the original homestead, which was meticulously renovated & expanded in the mid-80s. Rich in character & history the home features a fully refurbished original wood cookstove generous living spaces a stunning wraparound covered veranda that overlooks the shoreline & sunsets. Designed for generations to gather, this property is a place where family traditions endure. Harvest fresh seafood from your own beach, prepare memorable meals & share stories around long harvest tables as the sun sets over the water. Days are spent kayaking, boating, crabbing & exploring the shoreline, while evenings are filled with laughter & unforgettable sunsets. Perched at the water's edge the charming guesthouse enjoys privacy & panoramic waterviews. Outbuildings include a fully functional summer kitchen building, workshop, greenhouse, chicken house, sheep shed, drive shed & everything you need to live here full-time+ a pond & fenced pastures. Ideal for hobby farming, self-sufficient living, family gatherings & waterfront weddings. A concrete boat ramp provide exceptional boating options for access to the surrounding Gulf Island waters while Winter Cove Marina is just moments away. Adding to its rarity the estate encompasses lands on both sides of the waterfront creating an extraordinary connection to the shoreline & ocean beyond. Across the lane, a historic chapel occupies its own idyllic stretch of walk-on waterfront providing a magical setting for weddings celebrations & family occasions. This irreplaceable waterfront sanctuary is one of the Gulf Islands' most remarkable family compounds where generations can gather, celebrate milestones, explore the sea & create memories for decades to come (id:63159)

Values & Trends

This listing

$774/sqft

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Parking: 10 stall(s) includedStorage locker: Not indicated

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Location Insights

Weather

Nearest station: Gulf Islands (Southern)

16°C

Humidity 76%

Wind SSW 12 km/h

Tonight

13°

Tuesday

19°

Tuesday night

14°

Wednesday

17°

Wednesday night

12°

Thursday

17°

Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Nearby Schools

SchoolTypeDistance
Saturna Island Elementary SecondaryK-122.5 km
Pender Islands Elem-SecondaryElementary/Middle6.8 km
Mayne Island SchoolElementary7.5 km
Galiano Community SchoolElementary13.1 km
Parkland SecondarySecondary22.3 km
North Saanich Middle SchoolMiddle22.4 km
Salt Spring ElementaryElementary22.8 km
Sidney ElementaryElementary22.9 km

Schools shown by distance from this property. This does not indicate school catchment or enrollment eligibility — contact the school district to confirm catchment boundaries.

Nearby Transit

No TransLink stops within an ~10-minute walk.

School district: Gulf Islands (SD64)

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Mortgage & Ownership Cost Calculator

Minimum required: 20.0% ($679,000) — 5% under $500K, 10% up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M.

Financial Ledger

Net mortgage (loan + CMHC insurance)$2,716,000.00
Periodic payment — Principal & Interest (monthly)$17,522.71
Additional monthly expenses (strata, tax, utilities, etc.)$1,102.42
Total monthly cost$18,625.13
Interest paid over 5-yr term$778,413.41
Balance at end of term$2,443,050.78

Rates based on Bank of Canada benchmark data.

Financial Summary

Minimum down payment$679,000
Stress test qualifying rate8.09%
Payment you must qualify for$20,885.09

Cash Needed at Closing

Minimum down payment$679,000
Estimated BC PTT$87,750
Legal / closing costs (typical estimate)$1,500
Total cash needed$768,250

Minimum down payment: 5% on the first $500,000, 10% on the portion up to $1.5M, 20% at/above $1.5M. Stress test: OSFI's minimum qualifying rate, the greater of contract rate + 2% or 5.25% — this is what lenders require you to qualify at, not what you'll actually pay. Closing costs are a typical-range estimate, not a quote — actual legal fees vary. Verify all figures with a mortgage broker and lawyer before relying on them.

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