6/10 Okay
Marcel B.
20 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcel B.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Apartment
A bright and cozy 1-bedroom basement suite is nestled in a lush garden setting
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Reviews
6.0 out of 10
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A bright and cozy 1-bedroom basement suite is nestled in a lush garden setting
Charming Garden Suite for Rent – 1 Bed, 1 Bath w/ Laundry & Firepit
Looking for a peaceful, private place to call home? This bright and cozy 500 sq ft 1-bedroom basement suite is nestled in a lush garden setting—ideal for quiet professionals, travel nurses, or those needing a short-term rental near central Nanaimo.
Features You'll Love:
• Open-concept layout with lots of natural light
• Full ensuite laundry – no more shared machines!
• Private entrance
• Access to a shared garden & outdoor firepit
• Fast Wi-Fi and all utilities included
Prime Location:
• Just 4.2 km from Nanaimo General Hospital – great for healthcare workers
• Walkable to Tim Hortons, fast food, grocery, and major transit routes
• Minutes from Woodgrove Centre – Nanaimo’s largest mall
• We have a beautiful, mild-mannered Husky who lives on the property
Looking for a peaceful, private place to call home? This bright and cozy 500 sq ft 1-bedroom basement suite is nestled in a lush garden setting—ideal for quiet professionals, travel nurses, or those needing a short-term rental near central Nanaimo.
Features You'll Love:
• Open-concept layout with lots of natural light
• Full ensuite laundry – no more shared machines!
• Private entrance
• Access to a shared garden & outdoor firepit
• Fast Wi-Fi and all utilities included
Prime Location:
• Just 4.2 km from Nanaimo General Hospital – great for healthcare workers
• Walkable to Tim Hortons, fast food, grocery, and major transit routes
• Minutes from Woodgrove Centre – Nanaimo’s largest mall
• We have a beautiful, mild-mannered Husky who lives on the property
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number H783885692
About the area
Nanaimo
Departure Bay, a neighbourhood in Nanaimo, is home to this apartment. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Brechin Lanes and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting.
Nanaimo, BC
What's nearby
- Frank Crane Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Long Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Departure Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
- Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
- Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
- Subway - 13 min walk
- Smitty's Family Restaurant - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
6.0
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Your host
We’re Damien and Emika—your friendly, outdoorsy hosts! Damien’s into mountain biking and surfing, while Emika loves gardening, camping, and caring for animals. We enjoy creating a quiet, welcoming space and are happy to help with local tips or directions if you need them.
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