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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sooke, BC
  • Sooke Harbour
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Sooke Bluffs Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Contemporary Oceanfront Cottage with Private Beaches, Trails, and Gardens

The Rose Cottage was rebuilt in 2009 in a West Coast Contemporary style. Overlooking the ocean to the south and west, the cottage is part of a picturesque, park-like six-acre oceanfront property known as the Seaward Estate. Historically, Seaward was one of five fishing trap sites in Sooke until the 1950s.

Seaward offers a variety of beautiful natural landscapes, including two beaches with thousands of feet of scenic coastline, West Coast forest, and woodland trails. It remains one of the finest oceanfront properties in the Greater Victoria Region. As more oceanfront properties are being subdivided into smaller lots and redeveloped, a large, original oceanfront estate like Seaward—preserving its natural beauty and historical character—is increasingly rare.

The Rose Cottage features over 1,400 square feet of living space and underwent its most recent renovation in 2019. The cottage includes many impressive features: floor-to-ceiling windows on the south wall offer breathtaking views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains; a distinctive wooden ceiling crafted from Sitka spruce harvested from the property; an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with in-floor heating beneath slate tiles; an expansive loft bedroom with a king-size bed and an attached powder room. The second bedroom, with a queen-size bed, is located on the main floor, along with a full bathroom. A sofa bed in the living room provides additional sleeping space. Seven massive cedar logs serve as pillars, tying the cottage’s design together with architectural charm.

Sliding doors on the main floor open onto a patio and a spacious private lawn, ideal for families with small children and/or pets. The patio includes outdoor seating, a dining table, and a BBQ. A beautifully landscaped garden by the main entrance offers seasonal color throughout the year. The Sunset Trail links the cottage directly to the West Beach access point. One guest once described her experience:
"Every time I walk back from West Beach, I follow the trail through the woods, and it leads me to the cottage. It reminds me of Little Red Riding Hood walking through a magical forest. At the end of the trail is the grandma’s little cottage."

The East Beach features a flatter, pebbled surface ideal for walking and is particularly popular with children and adults alike. The West Beach offers giant rocks, small coves, and hidden spots perfect for exploration. Many guests enjoy discovering the woodland trails. Benches at the ends of the Sunset Trail and Otter Trail are perfect for reading, wildlife watching, or enjoying a sunset. Others love picnicking on the Orca Trail deck, often with a bottle of wine in hand.

For those who need to stay connected, the cottage provides free Wi-Fi. A 50” smart TV includes cable channels, Netflix, YouTube, and more. On chilly nights, a wood stove adds warm, cozy comfort. If you're a stargazer, consider hiding away in a cove on West Beach on a clear, dark night—you’ll witness the Milky Way stretching over the Strait of Juan de Fuca and fading into the Olympic Mountains.

The Seaward Estate includes Rose Cottage (Vrbo 1333347), Rowan Cottage (Vrbo 1340568), and Creekside Cottage (Vrbo 2229506). Rose Cottage is located approximately 200 feet from both Rowan and Creekside Cottages. All cottages feature ocean-facing windows, carefully designed to ensure guest privacy with no windows directly facing each other.

The Rose cottage offers discounted rate offseaon:

Weekly rate of $1309/7days (from January 1st to March 15th only)

Mothly rate of $4004/28days (from January 1st to March 15th only)

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Property manager

Kristi

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Sign out of any streaming services
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number H103271157

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area

Located in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Tugwell Creek Honey Farm and Meadery and Saltwest Naturals are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore French Beach Provincial Park and Sooke Potholes Provincial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sooke, BC

What's nearby

  • Tugwell Creek Honey Farm and Meadery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • District of Sooke Municipal Hall - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Sooke Harbour - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sooke Bluffs Park - 16 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - 25 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sooke Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Route 14 Sooke - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wild Mountain - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Oceanfront Cottage with Private Beaches, Trails, and Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Contemporary Oceanfront Cottage with Private Beaches, Trails, and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Oceanfront Cottage with Private Beaches, Trails, and Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Oceanfront Cottage with Private Beaches, Trails, and Gardens located?

Nestled on the beach, this Juan de Fuca Electoral Area cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Otter Point Park, Gordon's Beach and Otter Point Access Park. Elrose Park and Brotherstone Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 223 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 223 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We love it here.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

We stayed in the Rose Cottage for three nights and could not be happier with the stay. Incredible views, private beach (Rocky, but really fun to explore with our 2.5 year old) and a beautiful cabin to stay in. We would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location & well equipped house

We had a wonderful and comfortable stay at the rose cottage. The views are amazing and the access to private beaches makes for easy entertainment for kids and dogs! The bed was extremely comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. It has absolutely everything a family would need. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Getaway!

Absolutely loved this home away from home. The views, access to the private beaches, immersed in nature, beautiful grounds, and lovely cabin. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal stay for seeing natural beauty

We are a senior couple 79 and 84 years old.One of us has knee "issues" and must go easy.Rose Cottage was an ideal stay for us to enjoy the natural beauty of the area without a lot of walking. Staying at the cottage would have been very satisfying, but we did visit other Sooke natural areas, always so happy to return to the beautiful setting of Rose Cottage.The Cottage is well-equipped...kitchen and library.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another beautiful stay

We absolutely love Rose Cottage. It’s quiet, well-stocked, and cozy. The staff are lovely and responsive. We were so happy spending time at the beach and kids cottage. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

brian s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

March 2025

Great place, loved the trails and beach, but right beside the highway though. Kitchen, fireplace and bbq needed cleaning and ant treatment.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

We have stayed many times on the property and just love it. The staff are excellent, the accommodation as advertised and the property is among the best in the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best time!

It is so good, please don't tell anyone else!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

3rd time staying here. It is a favorite.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommended!

We stayed at the Rose cottage and it was superb. Everything the other reviewers say is true, this place is really a gem and well worth the cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Lovely accommodations and beautiful grounds and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a location!

The view of the changing light on the water, sunsets, birds— both from the house and from multiple decks above the rocky beach — made our stay very memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous place

We loved our stay, the view was incredible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HELENI L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Peaceful

Beautiful and peaceful except for the gardener on the first morning, which was unexpected having him walk back and forth in front of the floor to ceiling windows when you just woke up. But great place. I enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Loved everything about this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazingly beautiful spot right on the ocean

I took my daughter here for reading break. It was exactly what we were looking for and exactly what we both needed. Beautifully built and well appointed cabin with nice privacy. The kitchen was well set up and easy to cook in, and its a nice, comfortable place to read/study. It is a short walk down two wild rocky beaches and on our first night there we were watching the seals feeding in the kelp forest just off the beach. I am always so grateful for VRBO hosts who allow dogs. It was a lovely time away for them as well. Not a criticism of the place at all but a caveat that others might want to know is that my 12 year old dog had a big of a hard time walking on the beach because they are quite large rocks to walk across. Our younger dog did just fine. I would HIGHLY recommend this place and the whole time we were there we were talking about how much we loved it and planning when we could come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful stay

Lovely time at Seaward once again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Enjoyed the beautiful gardens and multiple view decks of the ocean.Fantastic beaches too.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best vacation rentals we’ve ever had!

Rose cottage is even lovelier than the pictures show. The views are amazing, the beds are very comfortable and the cottage is well equipped. There are a lot of adventures close by and the property is perfect to kick back and unwind. We were able to extend our stay moving from Rose to Creekside and Ray was super helpful! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset heaven

Quiet and private. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reegan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property!!

This is our third time staying here and we absolutely love it! It's so relaxing and laid back. Our favorite is the rose cottage as its more private and offers a huge backyard for us so play badminton and for our dog to stretch her legs. We look forward to each stay at Seaward and we can't wait to book again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and peaceful stay

The Rose Cottage is even more beautiful than the pictures suggest! Despite being one of three cottages on the property, there was great privacy. The house was comfortable and easy to operate. Quite a few rabbits on the property who were a delightful sight during the week
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Earth

This place is absolutely gorgeous and the property is well maintained. We saw sea lions almost every day from Orca Trail. The surrounding area has lots to do. The check in process was seamless. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kristi

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