LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING!

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Terrace/patio
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large window with curtains, a bookshelf, and a patterned rug.
A dining room with a wooden table, black chairs, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Gowlland Tod Provincial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Victoria
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Victoria

Located in Victoria, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. 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. Victoria Butterfly Gardens and The Gardens at HCP are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing.
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Map
Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Gowlland Tod Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Government Street - 25 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 27 min drive - 21.1 km
  • University of Victoria - 32 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 34 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keating Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪White Spot - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waddling Dog Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Village - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY FRENCH STYLED RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE, BUTCHART GARDEN, HIKING! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Victoria Butterfly Gardens, Church and State Wines and Butchart Gardens. Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely stunning place to stay. Completely peaceful with its location in the woods. It has a well stocked kitchen should you decide to eat in, as we did. This one was the highlight of our two week journey around Vancouver island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa in a beautiful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the peaceful hillside private forested retreat. We loved watching the birds and deer from all the outdoor seating areas. Inside was lovely with lots of personal touches from the hosts including original art and handmade furniture. We would love to come back someday!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is a one of a kind gem. The beautifully wooded setting can be enjoyed in every direction through large glass windows and doors. The kitchen is well equipped and many basics for cooking are provided. We loved every element of this uniquely designed retreat and hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing art filled french cottage, beyond our expectations!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage will exceed expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t give enough praise for this property and the host. Beyond our expectations. Would happily return any time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful cottage is as described and some. Kathleen and Bruce have paid close attention to detail to ensure comfort, convenience and relaxation for their guests of their cottage. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully arranged property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay in mid-August. The weather was perfect too, but it would be equally comfortable year-round. It’s just a few minutes’ drive to services, but otherwise isolated in the trees along a shared, partially paved, driveway. Our only visitors were a doe and its fawn walking through a couple of early mornings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in a great location between Sidney and Victoria. Secluded countryside setting
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an absolutes treasure of a place to stay while in Victoria. Everything was much better than we had expected….. everything you could possibly need, kitchen was well equipped, large walk-in shower with lots of towels, comfortable bed and quality linens. We enjoyed the peaceful surrounding and spent a lot of time just sitting amongst the forest. Thanks again Kathleen for a wonderful experience and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful. It was clean and felt high end for a VRBO! The heated bathroom floor was such a treat and the toiletries were really nice. I loved all the information our wonderful hosts left, including the history of how they designed and decorated the cottage. I would recommend this property and hope to stay here again if/when we return to the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeously designed and decorated cottage in the woods! Very peaceful, private and relaxing location. Love all the creative decor and artwork. Lots of DVDs and CDs to watch and listen to. The kitchen was fabulous and well appointed - great area to create delicious meals. Especially loved the bathroom rain shower and well water! The water tastes fresh and crisp and does wonders for your hair! :). Owners were very kind and very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful french country style cottage nestled in a forest of ferns and cedar trees.The property was pristine and extremely clean, well appropriated with all you need with regards to kitchen appliances, pots/pans, french press, even bordeaux wine glasses. Kari’s art amazing!5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This space is located in the middle of a lush forest paradise and the pics do NOT do it justice! So much space, calm energy and so perfect and peaceful. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was well appointed with everything we needed in the kitchen & bathroom.It was in a very quiet location up the hill off West Saanich Road but groceries, & restaurants were only minutes away.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this glorious French inspired country cottage. The creative decor, the colourful artwork (painted by our talented host), the fine finishings - everything was top notch. We enjoyed sitting outside, being quiet and soaking it all in. The Douglas fir trees are magnificent. We would gladly return for a few more days in this peaceful sanctuary.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was very clean, comfy bed, it was nice and quiet, close to stores and to all sorts of activities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful getaway!

Loved our stay here. It was to everything we wanted to do, but also secluded that there was no hustle of town/the city
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cottage in a peaceful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in Kat’s cottage. It was spacious and airy and bright! The kitchen was set up with everything we needed, and there were two lovely spots for enjoying our coffee outside in the morning. Kathleen was very welcoming, and kept in contact with us throughout our stay. The location is quiet and private, yet only a few minutes drive from Brentwood for supplies, or about 35 minutes from downtown to see the sights. We would recommend staying at the cottage for anyone looking for this type of stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous cottage in a magnificent secluded area close to mayor attractions in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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