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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Galiano Island, BC
  • Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal
    9 min walk
  • Bellhouse Provincial Park
    4 min drive
  • Galiano Island Community Library
    4 min drive
  • Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base)
    12 min drive

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The price is CA $242
per night
CA $424 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

Galiano

Oceanside stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal and 2 miles (3 km) of Galiano Island Community Library with a stay here. Bellhouse Provincial Park and Bluffs Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galiano Island Community Library - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal - 89 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 105 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Fare - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪The Crane and Robin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bennett Bay Bistro - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Hummingbird Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Montrose Local - ‬39 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serendipity by the sea

Serendipity is located on beautiful Galiano Island...It is situated on Whaler Bay, and is nestled amongst the forest and wildlife...It is a well kept 50's pan-abode log cabin, on the water with a beautiful view...Deer, racoons, otters and eagles regularily frolick through-out the property.

Quiet, serene, and comfortable, this little beauty sleeps two in the main cabin, but also has a guest cabin which sleeps two as well.....( this is an additional 50 pr. night, but can be negotiated for long term rentals).

It is walking distance from the main ferry terminal as well as the local shops and the Madrona which is a world class spa.

Because the water is collected from rain water and has been treated, there is bottled water provided for drinking. The tap water is used for dishes and showers.
Please limit your showers to a min. in the summer as Galiano is one of the driest gulf islands and water must be brought in by truck to the its not a problem in the winter, because of the rain.

There is no garbage pickup on the island so please take your garbage back with you. There is a compost to use for food scraps to help condense the waste.

Serendipity is a wonderful quaint and peaceful cabin that I know, you will enjoy and feel relaxed by the time you check out.
There are also kayaks and paddle boards available for rent at the bottom of the property. Contact information will be left at the cabin..

Thankyou so much for considering Serendipity
Deborra

Pictures of birds and wildlife have been taken by Susan Robertshaw. Sue is an established nature photographer who has stayed at the cabin taking pictures and given me permission to use her photo's.


Property manager

Deborra Harney-Gregor

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Free bottled water

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Serendipity Sea Cabin Galiano Island
Serendipity Sea Galiano Island
Serendipity by the Sea Cabin
Serendipity by the Sea Galiano
Serendipity by the Sea Cabin Galiano
Serendipity by the Sea Galiano
Serendipity By The Sea Galiano
Serendipity by the Sea Cabin Galiano
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Serendipity by the sea Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin by the sea
We had a lovely stay in Serendipity by the sea. It was very comfortable and the view was beautiful. It was a pleasure to meet the owner who made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
What a perfect little hidden gem! We had such a great time on Galiano and the location of this cabin was so perfect. The cabin was cute and clean we loved it. The patio was great to hang out on and get some sun and relaxation. Deb was a wonderful host we highly recommend staying here if you are planning a trip to Galiano Island. Thanks Deb:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The mos
It was the most tranquil and healing vacation I have ever experienced. This place is a true treasure. I will return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
We had great communication with Deb both at check-in and during our stay, with getting us help we needed on the island one afternoon. Overall Deb and the cabin were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., St. Catharines, ON, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for two
Great spot close to bakery, restaurants,hiking and ferry but in a quiet area overlooking small bay with seals and otters. Beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to return!
Deborra was a great communicator and we absolutely loved our stay! The cabin was clean and well appointed with all the comforts of home. The location was amazing and we couldn’t get enough of the beautiful deck overlooking the water. We spent the most time there watching wildlife, eating meals and relaxing. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Hearts
First visit to Galiano…. Will not be our last!! Serendipity was pure Heaven! The mornings with coffee on the deck and late afternoon along the water was simply perfect. Such a comfortable, beautifully decorated and well stocked cabin. The location is perfect. Loved listening to the wind chimes. Thank you Deb for sharing Serendipity with us. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory M., Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful spot. And you will sleep like a log.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Oliver Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy get away
Enjoyed the darkness at night. No light pollution. Calm whaler bay and the western deck was great to sit and read with the sunshine in the afternoon. Easy access to the whole island. Wood stove was burning all the time and great heat for this time of year. Kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils, spices and oils for cooking were plentiful. Great place to hang out for your island vacation. We’ll be back when we get back to Galiano.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
What a great place to come back to after exploring the island. The cottage was fully equipped and it was hard to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty-Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Serendipity is a lovely place that has everything you need, including a beautiful deck overlooking the water. Deb, the owner, is extremely nice and communication was nothing less than stellar.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
Serendipity is in a great location, 5 min walk to Cain beach and Babes delicious pizza’s. Kitchen is well stocked and deck gets lots of sun, we swam and used our floaties off the property most days, would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had a very relaxing weekend away staying at Serendipity. It was a great base for exploring Galiano. Close to the shops and ferry but still very quiet and tucked away. We enjoyed spending time on the beautiful deck and down along the shore as well. We saw otters swimming by out front every night! The cottage is very cute and had everything we needed. It is very clean and Deb was a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cabin getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean, comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daleth Bach B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
This sweet little cabin is very close to the ferry, bakery, restaurant and shopping
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale W., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
You won't be disappointed!
A wonderful location, easy to find, enter, and was very clean. The deck overlooks the southern water inlet and is beautiful. We went in the cooler season and loved the wood stove. We biked to the local marina and rocky shores which are stunning. Thanks so much! Margaret and Dale
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serendipitous
Well supplied kitchen. Deck overlooking bay very inviting and relaxing. Sue was a great hostess.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful
Thank you for the beautifully peaceful place to rest, restore and explore from. A bit of magic that was perfect in every way. Thank you for sharing it with us all. Cheers lorrie and kevin
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Winter Wonderland
A wonderfully delightful cabin where every inch is though out. The experience feels custom and well designed. There is every creature comfort, every nook and cranny offers a cabin companion. Hand crafted and local designs make this space feel warm, comforting and perfected. We spent a cozy snowy New Years enjoying the view and fire. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy Galiano get away
This is a really nice and cozy cottage for two. So well situated on Galiano for accessing local amenities as well as exploring and having a comfortable and clean place to return to. I especially appreciated the well stocked kitchen and really comfortable bed. Can’t wait to spend some time there in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Bliss
We enjoyed our stay at this cottage within walking distance to the ferry. The kitchen was well equipped and we loved just sitting on the deck and enjoying the solitude. The owner takes pride in her place and she made sure we were well informed. I swam off the property using water shoes on the rocks, although there is a beach close by and we enjoyed the canoe. This is a great place to stay - it even has AC!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M., Victoria BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was a great location , everything we needed was there. It was comfy and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for two!
We loved our stay at Serendipity. Easy to get to and close to stores for groceries. The cabin was very clean & well equipped and we enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the water. Exactly what we wanted! Thanks, Deborra!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and amazing host!
This was our second stay at Serendipity and this time it was even better than the last. We saw SO many harbour seals on our morning paddle in the canoe, did many hikes and even saw a humpback. The little cabin has everything we needed and the location is unbelievably perfect. The host, Deborra made our stay extra special with a welcome card and a few little items to welcome us as she know we were celebrating my husband’s birthday. I highly recommend this property! Sheila Martens
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hilda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect time
Our host here will do all she can to make your stay just right. Location is lovely and convenient, amenities thoughtful, beds very comfortable, kitchen stocked. A perfect, much needed and all we needed stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020