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Oak Bay

At a Glance

With its quaint tree-lined streets and many shops, boutiques, restaurants, and cafés, Oak Bay has often been described as more English than England itself. This is a charming neighbourhood that will take you back to another time. 

What to Expect

For many, there’s nowhere else to live in Victoria. In Oak Bay, you’ll encounter single-family homes of architectural beauty—in styles as different as Tudor Revival, Art Deco, and Arts and Crafts—along with new, modern-style homes and some condo and strata developments. One of Victoria’s great established neighbourhoods, Oak Bay has top-level schools, generous waterfront, and easy access to marinas and boating.

Neighbourhood Highlights

A Few of Our Favourite Spots

  • Oak Bay Village

    Stroll streets lined with charming boutiques, art galleries, cafes, pubs, and restaurants.

  • Demitasse Cafe and Garden Centre

    Enjoy a cup of coffee and a baked treat, and then cap off your visit with a new houseplant or two.

  • Bon Sushi

    Find delicious and beautifully presented sushi and other Japanese favourites at this popular spot.

  • Oak Bay Bikes

    We love this shop for its attentive, knowledgeable staff and great selection of bikes to rent and buy.

  • Pure Vanilla Bakery + Cafe

    Sitting on this cafe’s back patio with a lemon tart and a cappuccino? A great start to a day in Oak Bay.

  • Vis a Vis

    This intimate French bistro is a wonderful place to enjoy a leisurely lunch or romantic dinner.

  • Penny Farthing Pub

    Head to the Penny Farthing for a traditional British Pub experience in the heart of Oak Bay.

  • Anderson Hill Park

    Follow trails past towering Garry Oak trees and enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific and the surrounding city.

    Key Benefits

    • The Neighbours

      Oak Bay is home to long-established residents and young families with children.

    • The Lifestyle

      While it’s a bit of a walk from Oak Bay to Downtown, you can certainly get there by bike, bus, or car. There’s so much goodness in the neighbourhood itself, however, that you won’t find much reason to leave. Enjoy a relaxing stroll down quiet residential streets, linger over a cup of coffee on an outdoor patio in the village, or walk along the coastline and take in the view.

    • The Appeal

      With commercial activity centred around the main arteries and a small cluster of villages, Oak Bay is a serene neighbourhood graced with historic charm and neighbours who will stop to say hello. Discover quiet streets lined with stately trees and row upon row of gorgeous century-old homes. 

    Susannah Bryan

    Owner of Ruth & Dean, a cafe and bakery, Susannah is passionate about crafting comforting food and beautiful cakes.  

    Susannah Bryan

    Owner of Ruth & Dean, a cafe and bakery, Susannah is passionate about crafting comforting food and beautiful cakes.  

    Willows Beach 

    With its shallow, protected waters, Willows Beach is a natural destination for swimmers, paddleboarders, and kayaking enthusiasts. 

    Willows Beach 

    With its shallow, protected waters, Willows Beach is a natural destination for swimmers, paddleboarders, and kayaking enthusiasts. 

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