The Sooke Harbour House is back on the market again.

Alex Watson, chief operating officer for the current owner, IAG Enterprises, said they have spoken to some realtors and are exploring all options.

The North Vancouver-based real estate company bought the property for $5.6 million in July 2020.

The historic, one-hectare waterfront property was built at the end of Whiffin Spit Road in 1929. At the time of the sale to IAG Enterprises, it had 28 rooms, a 62-seat restaurant, and a bar that accommodated 50 patrons.

The Sooke Harbour House had established an international reputation for its world-class dining experience, themed guest rooms, and gardens attracted visits from movie stars and served as set locations for several movies during the height of its heyday.

Watson has personal connections to the property that dates back to memories with his college roommates and family and friends who live in the region.

He said that a key element of the long-term goal was to incorporate a West Coast vibe and ensure the Sooke Harbour House is a destination restaurant and hotel that is open and accessible to the local community.

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It has undergone extensive renovations since the purchase, with Watson indicating in June that global issues and material deliveries had delayed completion of the work beyond the original estimate of the fall of this year.

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The Sooke Harbour House has been wrapped up in various legal actions during its time, including an ownership battle between several corporations involved in share-purchase agreements and co-owners Sinclair Philip and his wife, Frederique.

The Sooke couple who bought the property in 1979 was integral in establishing the Sooke Harbour HouseB次元官网网址檚 international reputation for culinary expertise and as a travel destination.

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