Your private hideaway awaits! Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, this 1.4-acre property backs onto a forested oasis & the Galloping Goose Trail. Perfect for families, this nearly 3000 sq/f home offers 6 bedrooms, a bright open-concept living/dining space w/ skylights, a modern kitchen w/ oversized island, upper floor family room w/ built-in library wall, huge playroom & dedicated office area in the primary suite, plus huge lower floor rec room w/ private entry, 1 bedroom & roughed-in bath (suite potential!). Outdoors, sprawling decks overlook the flat grassy yard & forest backdrop w/ stream, charming picnic & fire pit area, kids tree fort, chicken coop & veggie gardens. Cozy up by one of two wood-burning fireplaces or stay cool w/ AC. Updates include Daikin heat pump (2018) & Malarkey 50-yr roof (2012). Ample parking, double garage & heated workshop. All the charm of rural Metchosin just mins to the city conveniences of Langford, Colwood, Witty's Lagoon, golf courses, restaurants & more.