Vancouver Island MLS Listings - Homes for Sale

William Head is a distinctive coastal area in southwestern Metchosin featuring dramatic ocean cliffs, protected coves, and some of the region's most spectacular waterfront real estate with unobstructed views across Juan de Fuca Strait. This exclusive neighborhood encompasses William Head peninsula and surrounding coastal properties, offering privacy, natural beauty, and direct ocean access that appeals to affluent buyers seeking premier West Coast living. William Head real estate includes luxurious waterfront estates on large lots with private beaches, rocky shoreline, and territorial views to the Olympic Mountains and shipping lanes. Properties command premium prices reflecting their rare combination of oceanfront location, dramatic topography, and Metchosin's protective rural zoning. The area attracts retirees, executives, and lifestyle buyers prioritizing coastal lifestyle, privacy, and investment in irreplaceable natural assets. The William Head peninsula includes historic William Head Institution lands, adding maritime heritage interest to the area's natural attractions. Residents enjoy world-class ocean access for kayaking, beachcombing, and marine wildlife observation including seals, sea lions, eagles, and seasonal whales visible from private shoreline. The dramatic coastal landscape features rocky bluffs, sheltered coves, and rugged natural character that embodies authentic Vancouver Island coastal living. While William Head represents Metchosin's most remote area requiring the longest commutes and greatest self-sufficiency, it delivers unmatched coastal beauty, privacy, and the ultimate West Coast waterfront lifestyle for those willing to invest in location and natural splendor.