Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio

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A house with a covered porch, a front door with frosted glass panels, and a variety of potted plants and flowers in front.
A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and dining area. It includes a sofa, ottoman, and a wooden coffee table.
A wooden dining table with a vase of flowers, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.
A two-story house with a red door, a covered porch, and a small garden area with potted plants.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a view through a glass door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Government Street

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio

Nestled in the heart of James Bay, the Garden Retreat is the perfect oasis in Victoria, BC.
We are within short walking distance of everything you need from grocery and gift stores, cafe's, pubs and restaurants to all the major attractions including the Royal BC Museum, Fisherman's Wharf, the Parliament Buildings, Dallas Road Beach trails, Odgen Point, Beacon Hill Park and much much more.

Your Private Garden Retreat includes access to both your own personal deck from your cozy open concept living room and full kitchen, as well as a shared patio with veggie gardens to soak up a good book in the sun and enjoy a good conversation with other travelers if desired.

This a pet friendly property and I have two Havanese pups that wander the garden area as well as Maine Coon cats in their own catios. All my animals are very friendly and enjoy having snuggles! If you are thinking of bringing your dog I will need to approve first as not all dogs will work well with my property.

There is so much to do from renting bikes to strolling our waterfront or hanging out in Beacon Hill park for the day.

We are steps from the Clipper and Coho ferry so perfect for leaving your car at home.

You can park your vehicle in the driveway and if possible pull in close to the fence and close to the gate as that way I can park my personal vehicle as well.

This private cottage is everything you could want for any season in Victoria!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
MY TWO HAVANESE ARE LOOSE ON PROPERTY
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
We are a non smoking house. If you need to smoke please use the bench at the front of the property. I have two Havanese loose on the property.
I must know ahead of time if you are bringing a dog as not all dogs are a good fit here.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 48715, H351947235
Property # 959225vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio located?

Located in James Bay, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf Park, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Government Street and Steamship Terminal are also within 10 minutes.

Private Garden Retreat with king bed, full kitchen, private patio Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 156 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great host, quiet, very private retreat with comfortable bed and all the necessities. Delicious brownies too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated the location because of the short walk to the waterfront, downtown and restaurants. Enjoy the Victoria food scene !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely central location in downtown Victoria. Very comfy bed and light filled space. The private sitting area is refreshing to come back to after a longer day out being a tourist.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place stay to in Victoria. Highly recommend this gem and Dianne for her hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space. Very quiet; beautiful garden; all the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in James Bay. Diane is a lovely host and knows the area extensively.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely outdoor cozy patio space. King bed was comfy. Kitchen was well stocked. Nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly well stocked, super cosy hideaway all within minutes of Victoria's inner harbour and downtown. The bed is very comfortable, and the addition of a washer and dryer is perfect for those spending several days (especially is you are on a road trip.) The addition of the private deck area is the icing on the cake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay and great location would go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Owner was helpful and available. BBQ didn’t work but kitchen was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well located for walking downtown, around the harbour, parks, and bay (Fisherman’s wharf to Oak Bay). Property was secure, host was welcoming ( brownies in the room were a welcome treat!). Property was well equipped, but a bit tired. This is a mature neighborhood. The property worked for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, kitchen was exceptionally well equipped. The private outdoor patio was lovely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Private Garden Retreat

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Victoria. The home was as pictured and described. It was perfect for a getaway for two. The host was welcoming and easy to communicate with. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, walking distance to wharf, old downtown, was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Great place and great location! Very clean, and very comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

It was perfect for the two of us and our dogs, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous find

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful setting that is conveniently located near downtown Victoria. Our host was wonderful and we would not hesitate to return or recommend this to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!!

We really enjoyed our stay. This space is clean, comfortable and well kept. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great September Getaway

The cottage was lovely, with very nice private garden deck. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stsy

Great weather
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cottage in great location!

Stayed four days in probably the best possible location for visiting downtown Victoria. Two block walk to a clipper ferry was a nice bonus
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend in Victoria

Was in town for a soccer tournament and stayed at this cute little retreat. Easy check in and checkout. Great little neighborhood close to town. Nice place with a great garden area. Would stay here again if we are ever back in Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Very nice cottage in location near downtown Victoria. Host Dianne is very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2023

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