Located in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on the waterfront. South Shore Gallery and The Gallery by Sooke Arts Council are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Woodside Farm and Moss Cottage. Sooke Centre for the Performing Arts and SEAPARC Recreation Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - 27 min drive - 24.0 km
Goldstream Provincial Park - 47 min drive - 41.6 km
Hatley Castle - 56 min drive - 45.7 km
Getting around
Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 175 min drive
Restaurants
Shirley Delicious Cafe - 5 min drive
West Coast Grill - 13 min drive
Wild Mountain - 13 min drive
Island Tarts Cafe - 13 min drive
Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria & Market - 7 min drive
About this property
The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat
Owl’s Nest Luxury Waterfront Getaway is a slice of heaven and sure to be one of the highlights of your Vancouver Island journey. Designed as an intimate West Coast escape, it offers an exceptional blend of comfort, privacy, and natural beauty.
Surrounded by nature and neighbouring a rainforest with trees dating back over 700 years, Owl’s Nest is perfectly situated for a peaceful coastal retreat. Guests enjoy private beach access, allowing them to explore the rugged shoreline, watch for marine wildlife, or simply relax by the ocean.
Built in 2019, this guest house sits beside the Sea Lion Luxury Retreat, perched on the hillside with panoramic ocean and Olympic Mountain views. With private beach access just steps away, Owl’s Nest offers a truly unforgettable Vancouver Island experience.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
We will require a pet refundable deposit
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
There are no unauthorized beach fires.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number PM640917406
Property # 9543462
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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
Frequently asked questions
Is The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat?
As of 23 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat on 6 October 2026 start from NZ$1,158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat located?
Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Gordon's Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Otter Point Park and Admiral's Forest Park. Otter Point Access Park and Elrose Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
The Owl’s Nest | Panoramic Ocean View Retreat Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a fantastic place with great views for myself and my family. Awesome location with so many things to do in the area. The hosts were great and were quick to respond to our questions. Would highly recommend to anyone who comes to this part of the island.
Our family of 5 with teenage kids loved our time here. Spending time by the fire, watching the ships passing, beach-combing, and exploring each day was exactly what we hoped for. Outdoor sitting areas are perfect for summer mornings and the sunset views will make you want to upgrade your camera.Be prepared for a steep gravel driveway and a narrow eroding walk to the beach. The space is incredibly clean and well set up with everything you need.
This property was exceptionally clean and had an excellent view of the ocean and Olympic Mountains. It is centrally located for exploring the Sooke to Port Renfrew area as well as not being too far to downtown Victoria and the Saanich Penisula (Butchart Gardens etc).
A clean, lovely, well organized, and well stocked accommodation. We enjoyed our stay and was appreciative of the ongoing check ins and communication with our host. Will definitely be back!
What a perfect location in a wonderful home! We loved our stay and Leonard was very punctual replying to our questions and helpful. My family and our doggo loved our stay
Wonderful, very clean and very comfortable stay! It felt like home away from home with the thoughtful touches and amenities. Great, private location to easily check out nature outings and more. Host was responsive and helpful.
My wife and I stayed at Owl's Nest three nights with our dog. The cabin was nicely furnished and comfortable, and the kitchen was well-equipped. It was conveniently located, less than 15 minutes from the restaurants in Sooke, We enjoy long walks and did find a trail around the property. Instructions at the cabin said that the lawn area beyond the larger house was for people staying there, and that limited our access to the beach. The driveway is very rough and could really use some grading. We had to be careful walking as well as driving on it.
We had a wonderful stay at this vacation home. The ocean view was absolutely stunning—something we looked forward to every day. The place was quiet, peaceful, and perfect for relaxing. The host was very responsive and helpful with any questions we had, which made the experience even better. We would definitely love to come back again!
Lovely place to stay with beautiful ocean views, very well stocked kitchen and bathroom products. Good selection of board games/cards for a quiet evening in and there are lots of recommendations from the host on good local spots to eat and places to go.As per other reviews, the driveway is very steep and unpaved, perhaps not suitable for small cars.The suite was very hot upon arrival due to the intense sun coming through the skylight but great ventilation and cooled quickly once the windows were open for a short while. The suite is designated as pet friendly but the check in instructions requested pets must not be in bedrooms or on furniture (completely understandable from a cleanliness perspective) which leaves very little space for the pets to actually be in.Very friendly communication from Leonard, would happily stay here again.
The views were amazing and the beds were super comfortable. The two suits are not connected however you have to go outside and around the building to get to one of the bedrooms which is fine. Some issues with the wifi but that was eventually resolved with the host. Appeared to be pet friendly and the kitchen was well equipped although some of the dishes could have been cleaner
Wonderful experience and great communication all the way around!! I would definitely recommend this spot as well as a visit to the nearby Shirley delicious cafe!
Great location (we went to French Beach, China Beach and rode our bikes on the Galloping Goose up to Leechtown all in one day). Very clean and modern. Had everything we needed. Nice rocky beach accessible from the property.
Beautiful quiet relaxing stay with room to walk about and enjoy the ocean. Cozy, comfortable, fully stocked home. Very modern and quaint. Generous with kitchen supplies. We loved our stay and may try Owls Nest Senior next time! Beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jacki S.
1 June 2026
Liked: Listing accuracy
Property is cute, nicely situated with gorgeous views. Kitchen well stocked with utensils and dishes. While it’s nice to have the two separate suites, unfortunately, there is no inside access between them. You must go outside and around to enter either. Thoughtful touches such as candles, binoculars, blankets for the outside seating. Might want to consider a lantern or some form of battery powered lighting for power outages (which did occur while we were there). Wifi didn’t work and we spent some time trying to get it up and running. In the end, we wound up being given the code for the wifi at the big house, which was spotty at best. Also, in the Owl’s Nest, the second bedroom has a loft containing the hot water tank and some other unit. A click-clunk noise is emitted from some part of this system intermittently, which is barely noticeable in the day, but definitely disruptive in the night. And somehow it continued, even with the power outage!Work is being done to clear the area of invasive broom plant, which was a bit disruptive our first two days. However, it made it easier for us to see the rabbit, raccoon, and two black bears that wandered across the property. Lots of wildlife and bird viewing! All in all, we had a good stay and a relaxing ladies’ weekend!
Great location for exploring the area! Clean property and beautiful views! The host was communicative throughout the entire process. Grocery stores, restaurants and coffee (definitely check out Shirley Delicious!) were all just a few minutes away when needed.
Beautiful property. Very well equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay. A little difficult to find due to road signage out of Sooke. Our only suggestion is a need for tub/shower mats as the tubs are slippery.
The Owl's Nest is beautiful and the view is stunning and very relaxing. Comfortable bed and great amenities. Only (small) downside is trail to beach is difficult.