When it comes to advertising a home in Victoria, the mediums on which to do so are nearly endless. Agents today can choose from social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and even TikTok (!), or various real estate websites. But what about the original advertising platform; namely, newspapers? Well, it turns out the first papers…
Exciting news! The forecast says our winter holidays shall be dusted with a layer of magical snow! And while this means snow angels, snowball fights and hot cocoa, what does it mean for after the holidays end? Because alright, let’s be honest. We are not exactly the BEST at handling snow here on the island….
Social-distancing is easy when the sun is out; spending time at the lake, ocean, and on restaurant patios is a great way to safely stay social and active. But with the temperature dropping we’re more inclined to curl up with tea and Netflix than to spend our days outside- that’s why we’ve come up with…
Victoria has tons of options when it comes to places to grab a bite of food in the easily walk-able downtown core catering to every budget and palette There’s everything from upscale restaurants overlooking the mountains and sparkling sea while you dine, to diners with uncomplicated eggs and toast for a casual Sunday morning breakfast with…
You’ve probably already heard of Victoria’s well known and much loved attractions, from Beacon Hill Park’s friendly peacocks, to Dallas Road’s panoramic views of the Olympic mountains, to the quaint and colorful houseboat community at Fisherman’s Wharf. But you may not be familiar with some of the lesser known places to see and things to…
Over at Pemberton Holmes, we love Victoria. Known not only for it’s beauty, year-round indoor and outdoor activities, and some of the worlds friendliest people – we also have a storied history. Read on to learn a few interesting facts about Victoria, B.C. A Golden Start Did you know what brought many of the original…
With the fall season in full swing on Vancouver Island and as we begin to welcome our signature West Coast rainy weather, the temptation to stay indoors with your favorite hot drink and cozy up to a good book or movie may be calling to you. But whether you are a visitor to our beautiful…
Here at Pemberton Holmes, we are usually talking about real estate in Victoria. Buying, selling, what the market is doing, and what else can we do to serve our clients? As members of the Greater Victoria community since 1887, we are so much more than just a real estate company. As the year comes to…
We aren’t just about real estate in Victoria and Vancouver Island, sometimes we get some down-time, and want to do something unique for date night, hanging with our friends, or for family fun day. The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting colder, and although our Vancouver Island winters are mild in…
Most of us know Esquimalt as a pleasant seaside community full of parks, waterways, and fabulous local real estate. Only ten minutes outside of Downtown Victoria, it is easily one of the most sought after neighbourhoods on the Island. Those that live there love it, and those that don’t, well, they love it too. But…
