Just steps to Willows Elementary, 1 block from Willows Beach & a short stroll to Oak Bay Village + top neighbourhood schools, this bright, beautifully updated 4–5 bed character home rests on a large tree-lined 70x125 ft lot. The main level offers a generous living room & thoughtfully redesigned kitchen & dining area opening to a sun-drenched south-facing deck. The private backyard, framed by mature trees & lush landscaping, is complemented by a workshop-fully insulated & heated for year-round use, ideal for artist’s studio/man-cave/guest cottage w/rental potential. 2 comfortable bedrooms & full bath complete the main floor. Upstairs, the skylit loft bedroom creates a cozy retreat. The lower level w/ separate entrance, features a bedroom, media room, rec room, spacious laundry, updated 3pc bath w/ sauna & has suite potential. Additional features include a fenced yard, garden shed & high-efficiency boiler w/ PEX lines for on-demand hot water & radiant heat. A rare find in Oak Bay.