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A quiet, private suite overlooking a quaint lake
Beachfront holiday home with kitchenette and patio
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m
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Victoria, BC
- Place, Royal Roads University4 min drive
- Place, Olympic View Golf Club4 min drive
- Place, Hatley Castle7 min drive
- Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Suite bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Suite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
A quiet, private suite overlooking a quaint lake
*** Please note: We do not have washer and dryer facilities available for guests. Please ignore the facilities listing that shows we do. We have escalated the listing problem with VRBO.***
23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island.
We have a suite available with a private living room, bedroom and private balcony with swing, gravity chairs, BBQ and your own private entrance, a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower. An additional guest can easily be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room. We provide additional bedding (pillows, duvets, blankets) as required.
The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted and ground coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water in the fridge/freezer. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included.
The front yard has a secluded glade surrounded by Arbutus and pine trees. Please note that Spring cleanup of the garden occurs in April / May of each year.
The location is conveniently close to amenities, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, and about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches. Ask us about dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, and local sights to see.
We share our home with two Bernese Mountain Dogs, Sophie (6) and Teesha (1). They are very friendly, people-loving dogs. When guests arrive they get very excited to say hello, which sometimes means loud barking and a bit of playful back-and-forth between them. It’s all show, lasts a minute or two, and then they settle right down. If you are not comfortable around large dogs, our property may not be the best fit. We are always happy to keep them inside for your arrival if you prefer—just let us know.
No one under 24 please.
23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island.
We have a suite available with a private living room, bedroom and private balcony with swing, gravity chairs, BBQ and your own private entrance, a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower. An additional guest can easily be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room. We provide additional bedding (pillows, duvets, blankets) as required.
The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted and ground coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water in the fridge/freezer. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included.
The front yard has a secluded glade surrounded by Arbutus and pine trees. Please note that Spring cleanup of the garden occurs in April / May of each year.
The location is conveniently close to amenities, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, and about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches. Ask us about dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, and local sights to see.
We share our home with two Bernese Mountain Dogs, Sophie (6) and Teesha (1). They are very friendly, people-loving dogs. When guests arrive they get very excited to say hello, which sometimes means loud barking and a bit of playful back-and-forth between them. It’s all show, lasts a minute or two, and then they settle right down. If you are not comfortable around large dogs, our property may not be the best fit. We are always happy to keep them inside for your arrival if you prefer—just let us know.
No one under 24 please.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Sofa bed size “Double” 2 kids or 1 adult rec.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
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 and a first aid kit
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 H528032343
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Victoria
Located in Victoria, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal BC Museum and Butchart Gardens. Langford Lanes and Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Victoria, BC
What's nearby
- Royal Roads University - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Olympic View Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Hatley Castle - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
- Victoria Harbour - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive - 22.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen - 4 min drive
- Bucky's Tap House - 5 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- Royal Bay Bakery - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Doug Parsons
Semi-Retired professionals enjoying island life with our pups. We love hosting and sharing the amazing views of our location with others.
Why they chose this property
Even though we spread to be in the suburbs, we back into a lake and look out over mountains and wildlife. We fell in love with the arbutus in the front garden and the lake in the back!
What makes this property unique
Our home has some very relaxing spaces to enjoy nature, overlooking the ocean, lake, and mountains. Yet only 20 minutes from the big city and 5 minutes from most beaches and box stores.
Languages:
English
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