Greater Victoria Neighbourhoods – Esquimalt

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island and surrounded by a marine environment, many homes in Esquimalt boast panoramic ocean views of the Juan de Fuca and the Olympic mountains. The area is encompassed by the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Esquimalt Harbour, and the Gorge inlet.

Esquimalt is steeped in history. The native inhabitants called this “Es-whoy-malth” which means “the place of shoaling waters”. Esquimalt Harbour became the west coast base for the British Royal Navy in 1837. Today, Canada’s Pacific Naval Fleet calls CFB Esquimalt home as do over 4000 military service personnel and 2000 civilians who work onboard ships or at the base.

Over the last decade, the township of Esquimalt put a great deal of planning, money and love into developing their community. Today, families thrive here amongst over 30 parks, a sports centre, a state-of-the-art recreation center and library, and a wide variety of restaurants and shopping amenities.

I recommend exploring Saxe Point Park, MacAulay Point Park and the West Bay Marina (https://www.westbay.bc.ca/Marina.aspx). You will love walking or jogging along the shoreline walkways in Esquimalt.

Esquimalt embodies the live, work, & play lifestyle.