When it comes to luxury living in Victoria, you’ll be hard pressed to find anything more elegant than the penthouse suite in the coveted Bowker Collection building in North Oak Bay. Important Notice: This property, as of May, 1, 2024 has been captured under the BC Short Term Rental Accommodation Act and can not be booked for periods of less than 90 days online on booking platforms, our company website online, or via classified ad network that is advertising the property for short term rentals. The British Columbia Government has confirmed they are not stopping short term rentals in these residences if the short term rental has been made via “Word of Mouth” rentals. For further information on how the STRAA impacts this property please contact us. This chic and spacious 1700 sq ft 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom penthouse is a seamless combination of contemporary and heritage design that creates an elevated space ideal for your stay in the beautiful capital city. Bordering three of the most exclusive neighbourhoods in Victoria, this penthouse condo is ideally located for guests who want to enjoy peaceful residential areas and still easily access the downtown core. The experience of staying at the Oak Bay Executive Penthouse begins with the curb appeal of the Bowker Collection building itself. Completed in 2020 by the prestigious Abstract Developments, the building reimagines the possibilities of new developments for heritage areas like North Oak Bay. The penthouse itself, designed by the award-winning Sandy Nygaard, is an open plan design with over height ceilings making the home bright and airy. The shared living spaces include a lovely, spacious kitchen, a comfortable living room and a modern dining area with incredible views. The primary suite is a calm space with high-end minimalist furniture, private ensuite and walk-in closet. The second bedroom is beautiful and offers a comfortable queen-sized bed fitted with high thread count linens, a dresser and closet for your luggage and private patio access. The den has been set up to provide guests with an ideal home office to use during their stay and the four-piece bathroom at this end of the penthouse offers guests a single sink, soaker tub and shower combo, with ample counter space and large mirror. At this end of the house, guests will also find a generous laundry room with a stacked high-efficiency washer and dryer combo, storage space and folding area. Oak Bay Executive Penthouse is located on the border of North Oak Bay, Estevan and Henderson, three of the most sought-after residential locations in Greater Victoria where you can find quaint villages, heritage homes, pristine beaches and stunning public parks. With a walk score of 75 and a cycling score of 83, this location is one of the best when it comes to exploring this beautiful area without a car. If you want to spend a day in downtown Victoria, you can find efficient public transit steps from the front door of Bowker and driving there takes less than 15 minutes! If you’re looking for recreational activities, you can find bike rentals, both urban and forest hiking, ocean swimming at the nearby Willows Beach and three of the best golf courses on Vancouver Island only minutes from the home! For cultural experiences, you can visit the stately Craigdarroch Castle, Art Gallery of Greater Victoria or explore the gardens at the Governor General’s house, all in nearby Rockland. Just a short drive outside of Victoria you can visit Butchart Gardens, Hatley Castle, a popular location for film and TV shows and Fisgard Lighthouse just to name a few! Oak Bay Village is just a ten-minute walk from the home where you can find restaurants, grocery stores, art galleries, butchers, cafés and so much more all nestled in this gorgeous heritage village. In Estevan Village, just a five-minute walk away, guests will find a small but lively village with numerous cafés and restaurants, florists and gift shops - it’s an incredible place to spend an afternoon! Whether you’re in Victoria on a corporate retreat, looking to relocate, enjoying an extended stay, or working on film production and require a fully equipped, sophisticated rental near the heart of the city, you won’t find anything better than the Oak Bay Executive Penthouse. Need parking? The secure underground parking also includes an EV charger. Please note, 1 month minimum stays are required.