About the building
Marson is a nature-inspired residential development located at the northern gateway to Saanich, directly adjacent to Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park. The project consists of two V-shaped buildings, rising to 11 and 5 storeys, designed to minimize impact on the surrounding forest while maximizing views of the Olympic Mountains. Developed by Mike Geric Construction, the community features expansive south-facing courtyards, underground parking, and interiors that blend contemporary design with natural materials.
About Royal Oak
Royal Oak is the part of Saanich West straddling the Pat Bay Highway, made up of the Broadmead, Falaise and Viewmont neighbourhoods. It was farmed from the 1860s and held the Saanich municipal hall until 1965; Broadmead was R.P. Rithet's horse farm, developed from 1965 with a tree-retention plan that still shapes its streets. About 55 per cent of homes are detached and 45 per cent apartments and townhouses, with condominium buildings clustered around the two shopping centres and the Royal Oak Drive corridor, and the Lodge at Broadmead and other seniors' housing give the area an older profile.
Broadmead Village and Royal Oak Shopping Centre handle groceries and daily errands, and Saanich Commonwealth Place, built for the 1994 Commonwealth Games, has the pools, waterslide, gym and the Bruce Hutchison branch library. Rithet's Bog, Colquitz River Park and Elk and Beaver lakes are the green spaces, and Royal Oak Middle School is the local school. The Royal Oak Exchange at Elk Lake Drive is a major transit hub, with Routes 6, 9, 30, 31, 32, 39, 75 and 83 and the 38 to Westhills, and the highway puts downtown about fifteen minutes away and the airport and ferries about twenty.
About Saanich West
Saanich West is a diverse and vibrant area located on the western side of the Saanich Peninsula, offering residents a mix of natural beauty, educational opportunities, and recreational amenities. Home to the Camosun College Interurban Campus, the area attracts students, educators, and families, adding a youthful energy to the community.
Nature and outdoor recreation are at the heart of life in Saanich West. Residents can enjoy the calm waters of Prospect Lake for kayaking or fishing, or explore the trails and picnic areas around Elk and Beaver Lakes, perfect for walking, running, or cycling year-round. Strawberry Vale offers a quieter, more rural landscape, ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life.
The area stretches westward almost to Mount Work, providing hiking opportunities and scenic vistas over the region. Nature lovers also enjoy world-renowned attractions such as Butchart Gardens, with its stunning seasonal displays, and the Victoria Butterfly Gardens, a tropical oasis of color and wildlife. Green spaces, community parks, and protected natural areas make Saanich West ideal for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who values proximity to nature while remaining connected to the amenities of Victoria.
With a mix of residential neighborhoods, local shops, schools, and recreational facilities, Saanich West offers a balance of convenience and serenity. Residents appreciate the sense of community, the opportunity to live close to nature, and the ease of access to cultural, dining, and entertainment options in Victoria and the surrounding areas.
