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Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30

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View from living room, master bedroom and hot tub
Exterior
Exterior
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Victoria, British Columbia
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30

Amazing southern exposure for maximum view of the water and Olympic Mountains. Hot tub to relax in plus all the luxuries of an open living space with infloor heating,fully equipped kitchen, airjet tub and shower in penthouse style master bedroom. there is an option of an airbed in the living room queen size for additional sleeping space if needed for children or teenagers or agile adults. Bedrooms only sleep 4. Offstreet parking for up to 2 medium size vehicles, tandem
located close to galloping Goose walking/biking trail. Superb kayaking on Portage inlet which connects with the Gorge waterway and leads to the Inner Harbour and open ocean. Enjoy the sunset while sipping wine in your zerogravity chair. We are just minutes away from downtown Victoria. Pets welcome with strict rules for owner care. Owner lives in private basement suite accessed by a sideyard pathway by the dining area. Owner is very careful to maintain your privacy

Property manager

Caroline Haywood

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Victoria

Located in Victoria, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Butchart Gardens is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Princess Louisa Inlet, or check out an event or a game at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Victoria, British Columbia

What's nearby

  • Camosun College - Interurban Campus - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 12 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30 ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30 ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront eco home. Snowbird Special rates Jan1- Mar30 located?

This family-friendly Victoria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Princess Louisa Inlet, Sooke Salmon Charters and Uptown Center. MayFair Shopping Centre and Esquimalt Gorge Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Good

It was good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Beautiful Home!

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. The views from both levels of the Gorge are amazing. The home was very clean and well looked after, very spacious and there is lots of natural light due to the large windows at the back of the house on both levels. Nice back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great location to relax and explore

We had a wonderful stay here. It’s centrally located and close to all touristy highlights and very private with breathtaking views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Family Christmas

We rented Caroline's property to host our family Christmas celebration. The space was perfect for it! Caroline had decorated for Christmas with a lovely tree and even left some holiday baking for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Cousin reconnect

This is a gorgeous property. We never left from the time we got there and we stayed 4 days. The home and property are extremely well taken care of and our host was very accessible for anything we needed Would recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

Best place I’ve ever stayed!

Pictures don’t do this justice. This house is fantastic! The views of the inlet are amazing. The windows are huge and you can see water from basically the whole house. The smaller bedroom is still quite large and comfortable. Our toddler slept on a cot on the floor in there and we were still able to walk around him. The upstairs room is enormous. Both bathrooms were very nice. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The sheets, towels, robes, were all very soft and cozy. This really is the best place we’ve ever stayed. I can’t think of a single thing I’d change.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sacha L.

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

Beautiful setting and excellent host

The views from this property are exceptional. The property itself is huge and resourced with everything you could possibly need. Caroline, the host, is often present in the garden in the evening and is incredibly friendly. She is always happy to chat and gave us some great recommendations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

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

Serenity in Victoria

Beautiful views, sunlit, gorgeous garden and a kitchen so well equipped we could cook anything! Highly recommended, especially for a family trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Great spot

Really enjoyed our stay here. Caroline is an excellent host and you can tell she cares about her guests. The place was very well equipped. Beautiful views. Should note there is a bit of noise from the nearby highway when outside, but really did not bother us. Very happy overall with the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Amazing, thanks!

This was a wonderful place to take a few days to relax! It is very clean, beautifully decorated, and has a lovely garden and view. The host was very prompt in her communication and also very accommodating. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva F., Redmond, OR

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

One Of The Best

We've stayed in many vacation rentals and this one was one of our favorites. The house is perfect as was the location. We had plans to head up to Nanaimo on our last day, but opted to stick around and enjoy the peaceful view instead. We did run over to Floyds Diner in Langford (wonderful) and walked around Hatley Castle (The X-Mansion) before relaxing at home. Tub upstairs was fantastic and my husband enjoyed the hot tub. Got lucky with the weather too. Taste of Victoria was a treat. This house really is in the perfect location. Would be thrilled to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

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

Beautiful House

We enjoyed our trip very much! The views of the gorge were amazing and the place had everything we needed. Caroline went above and beyond in making sure that we enjoyed our stay and that everything was provided for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

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

Beautiful!

Amazing place. Such an amazing property and well thought out finishing touches.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

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

Perfect location and stay

Great spot. Exactly as advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray R.

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

Beautiful location by the water

We loved our stay. There was a brief problem with the plumbing but the owner had it addressed by the next morning. Absolutely lovely location. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Unusual for pets

This property is much nicer than most rentals that allow pets. I want to direct this review at pet owners so they know what to expect. This property is pristine. The outside and inside are both beautiful, and full of items that don’t really want to be in contact with dogs. There are breakable items inside and a perfect cosmetic gardens outside. Things you should know which aren’t stated in the listing: -Dogs are not allowed to run in the back garden. It’s meant to be aesthetic, and enjoyed by humans. Potty needs to be on leash and out by the street. -Dogs are not allowed on furniture. -Dogs must be crated at night and if left alone in the house. -there is a cat that roams the property at times and can be spotted through the living room windows. -Portage Inlet Linear Park is at the end of the street for a nice short walk, and Cuthbert Holmes Park is a great place to walk dogs, just a little further away. My dog is mellow and I trust him 100% in a beautiful home. He doesn’t chew on inappropriate things, mark inside, or run wild. We did just fine in this home. But if you don’t trust your dog 100%… this might be a tricky one to navigate. I believe the owner would appreciate the most well-behaved pups. The owner was a gracious host who was friendly and easy to work with. If you treat her well I believe she’ll treat you well. I’m grateful she allowed is to bring our dog.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

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

Victoria conference/vacation

Beautiful property with a beautiful garden and wonderful views of the water. The home is clean, quiet and comfortable with everything necessary for our stay. The location is about 20 minutes from downtown so close enough to activities and restaurants with the benefit of being removed from the noise and crowds when we wanted to be. I can’t imagine anyone being disappointed with a stay at this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., Centertown Mo

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

Over the top amazing!!

The property was beautiful, the home was perfect, along with the fresh flowers everywhere and Caroline is a wonderful host. A piece of heaven! We would recommend her home if you want the best!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo L.

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

Fabulous views & home

We couldn't have been better treated in this beautiful well appointed home! The lake & gardens surrounding house are stunning! Peaceful, quiet end of the road with birds & nature. Very convenient to Butchart Gardens, downtown Victoria & hop on bike trails. Fully equipped kitchen & bathrooms, very clean, huge sparkling windows with amazing views. We had a great 7 day visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ildiko R.

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

Beautiful house with ocean view

We had a wonderful time in Caroline 's house. She is a very nice and helpful host. We very much enjoyed the garden and the view to the ocean. Near to the house, there was a bus station so we could visit Victoria very easily. All in all, we loved our stay in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bridgett W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Our stay

It was a great stay but wish owner would have told us the hot tub was broke before showing up. And given us a discount. We rented the place because it had a hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Peaceful & Relaxing

Spacious getaway with wonderful host and amenities. Beautiful view of the water indoors and out. Lovely flower garden. Close to ferry, kayaking and Butchart Gardens. Plan to visit again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LeAnna C.

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

Absolutely beautiful view and home!

This home is even better in person than the pictures can display. Wonderful view and a nice energy inside the house. A very relaxing place to rest and enjoy peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T., Winnipeg, Mb. Canada

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

One of the Best Choices Made

Came out to Victoria for wedding and rented this lovey place on the lake. Very centrally located to communities both north and south of Saanich and so much room. Great view, wonderful deck and very comfortable house. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Loved all the hummingbirds in the garden. Pictures don’t do this place justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Haywood

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Why they chose this property

We bought this property for the view and waterfront. It was an old renovated cottage with minimal garden. We have transformed it into a delightful garden with an amazing new home designed and built by my son Trevor. You will find the setting peaceful and relaxing with access to all amenities within minutes. We welcome pets with sleeping kennels and responsible owners.

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English
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