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FireThorn Manor: Spacious, well appointed 2 Bedroom Garden Suite with King Bed.

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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4133.1 sq m

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  • Parking available
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Kitchen
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  • Dryer
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Explore the area

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North Saanich, BC
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
    16 min walk
  • Kitkatla Longhouse
    7 min drive
  • Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary
    7 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    10 min drive

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About the area

Sidney

Seaside stay .You'll find Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Gulf Islands National Park Reserve within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Resthaven Park and Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mary Winspear Centre - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Victoria Distillers - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Port Sidney Marina - 8 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lands End Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Travelodge by Wyndham Victoria Airport Sidney - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

FireThorn Manor: Spacious, well appointed 2 Bedroom Garden Suite with King Bed.

FireThorn Manor Suite Features:
- Large Garden Suite
- King Bed
- Two Twin Beds.
- Free Parking
- Quiet/Private
- Pet Friendly
- Sunroom
- Fully Appointed Kitchen
- Dining Table Seats 6 comfortably, but can accommodate 8
- 58" Smart TV with great cable and streaming services
- Sauna ... Infrared for healing, detox, SADS, weight loss
- Wood Stove
- Comfortable Living Room Seating Area
- Large Enclosed Gazebo
- Puzzle Table
- Garden
- Fire Pit
- Covered Seating
- Licensed Chef available on request
- Harpist available on request
- Friendly Accommodating Hosts

Walking Distance:
- Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal (one block)
- Ocean Views (20 steps)
- Water Accessible (Curtis Point) (Rosehip Place)
- Stonehouse Pub/Restaurant
- Fox & Monocle Restaurant
- Canoe Cove Marina
- Hiking
- Duck Pond
- Town of Sidney (about an hour walking)
- Government dock (great walk on your way to Canoe Cove and then through the forest)

Driving:
- Airport (10 Minutes)
- Town of Sidney (5 Minutes)
- City of Victoria (around 30 Minutes)
- Cy Hampson off leash dog park (10 Minutes)
- Elk Lake For Swimming/Fishing/Hiking/Boating (15 Minutes)
- Ardmore Golfing (12 Minutes)
- Pickleball (5 Minutes)
- Deep Cove Winery (7 Minutes)
- Beach Access from Moses Point, & Madrona Road (8 Minutes)
- Panorama Recreation Centre. Swimming, Weight Room, Yoga, courts etc. (8 Minutes)
- Saanich Pioneer Historical Park (10 Minutes)
- Butchart Gardens (15 Minutes)
- Brentwood Bay to Mill Bay Ferry ( 12 Minutes)

Enjoy our quiet forest setting where pleasant sounds of a ferry horn remind you we are only one block away from the ocean. This lovely garden suite is minutes from the Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, 5-minutes to the Town of Sidney, a 10-minute drive to Victoria International Airport, and less than a half hour drive to the City of Victoria. Many Victoria-area attractions are within a short drive away including the popular Butchart Gardens.

There are so many things to do and see, knowing that a very comfortable, spacious welcoming garden suite awaits you during your stay. Ample parking spaces are available. Six easy steps to enter the sunroom leading you to a well appointed kitchen which includes a coffee machine (drip and Keurig), air fryer, fridge, stove, juicer, spices, microwave, dishes, utensils, pots and pans, baking and roasting pans and more.

The master bedroom has a king-sized bed. The second bedroom has two twin beds (if needed can be united for another king bed) and a chaise lounge. The bathroom is equipped with all essential items, Including hair dryer, flat iron and hair spray. Enjoy a soak in the bathtub with Epsom salt.

We have fast wi-fi in the suite. The living room has a new wood stove, comfortable seating, and a 58-inch smart TV with a great cable package (including Netflix, Prime, Crave, HBO and a good selection of sports channels). The dining table has seating for 6 comfortably, but can accommodate 8.

Enjoy a Sauna (infrared) after a day of touring. It has seating for 3.
A walkway takes you to a gazebo in the garden for meditation, quiet reading, coffee and smoke breaks, away from the main suite.

We are a pet friendly home and would expect that you clean up after your pup and not allow them on the furniture. Please leash your furry friend when leaving the unit. There are some great places to walk your dog, whether it is just around our neighborhood, or to the ocean at the government dock, or one of the trails or marinas in the area. Also fun for your pup is a popular off leash dog park (Cy Hampson Park) about a 10-minute drive away.

Nearby hiking trails and a duck pond trail are a joy to walk. We are within a short walking distance of a few marinas, one of which has a great pub and a cafe/fine dining restaurant.

The quaint seaside town of Sidney is just a 5 minute drive away. From there you can book whale watching tours, and kayak rentals. A Sidney Island Spit boat will take you to sandy beaches for your picnic lunch, purchased from one of the wonderful bakeries located here. The ocean pier walk about will take you to wonderful restaurants and Port Sidney to view boats and shopping! The summer months offer many activities from live concerts by the ocean to street markets.

The Army and Navy Club has popular live band music every Friday night, a large dance floor, pool tables and darts. Open to all. Truly the best place for fun.

Cycling is very popular here with a paved trail taking you from near FireThorn Manor to Sidney and beyond to experience island life. We are close to wineries, breweries, and even a gin distillery which are very popular.

The owner is a Clinical Esthetician and Diabetic Foot Specialist with a studio inside the manor above the suite should you require treatments.

If you require anything during your stay, we live upstairs and are a call or a text away.

We put a lot of time and effort to make the garden suite inviting and comfortable for your stay and would appreciate any feedback or suggestions on what we could improve upon for your comfort. If something is lacking please let us know immediately.

A guest book is available for your comments. If you totally enjoyed your visit, please leave a review on the website.

Thank you for your interest. Hope to see you soon.

Property manager

Romi Bongers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 8 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 1433 sq ft (133.1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dog poop picked up. Not left alone. Leashed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Smoking is allowed in the backyard and gazebo.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10. Note from host: Smoking is allowed in the backyard and gazebo. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. 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.

FireThorn Manor: Spacious, well appointed 2 Bedroom Garden Suite with King Bed. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

the w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
So welcoming and spacious. Romi and Terry are wonderful and generous hosts. Our schedule only allowed a 1 night visit but staying at Romi’s is a spa-like experience and I would definitely plan a longer stay to enjoy this beautiful space. Sauna, gazebo, patio with a BBQ to be enjoyed on a future visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
Property was exactly as advertised. Would have liked to have used the sauna but week was quite busy and ran out of time. Very secluded and peaceful location and yet very close to Sidney and the Ferry Terminal. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

SYLVIA N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday to visit old friends
We really enjoyed our stay..Just wished the yard was fenced so our dog could be outside on her own.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well-appointed suite in quiet neighborhood
We had a good stay at the Firethorn Manor suite. The bed was very comfortable and we appreciated that the suite was dog-friendly. In addition, there were lovely touches like bottled water, snacks, and slippers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and welcoming
Great place to stay with lots of room and amenities. It was very clean, and the three separate beds worked perfect for our multigenerational family. The location is also fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huge suite!
Spacious comfortable suite! Kitchen extremely well equipped! Comfortable king bed and second bedroom with two twin beds. Huge bathroom. Also comes with big TV, lots of channels, and outdoor space! Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita T., Courtenay, BC., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional suite and Relaxing
Perfect, relaxing a d gorgeously oufitted with everything!!! Hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Well appointed 2 bedroom. Lots of space. The sauna was amazing!! Hosts live above and we super helpful and had lots of suggestions for dining and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat Near Ferry
I stayed here with two friends for four nights so we could bike to the Gulf Islands. It was the perfect location and the host went above and beyond to make our stay a success. We arrived tired after a long day of cycling and Romi took us to the grocery store so we wouldn't have to get back on the bikes--above and beyond for a host. She helped with local restaurant and activity ideas as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The accommodation was spacious, immaculate and had everything one would want. The setting was beautiful and convenient to the ferries, airport and Sidney. Romi and Terry were great hosts. We highly recommend this place and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at FireThorn Manor
This is an incredible place in a wonderful location. It is cozy, clean, and has every amenity you could hope to enjoy. I would highly recommend this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Everything was great and the place was clean and well-stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Perfect spot for our family to stay for the weekend while in Saanich. Hosts were so helpful, answered questions super quickly. Suite was super clean and VERY well stocked with anything you might need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
FANTASTIC!
We were in Victoria for two nights for business, while also having some time to enjoy the sheer beauty of Vancouver Island. Romi and Terry were extraordinary hosts and the suite was absolutely beautiful. We were arriving well before check in time and Romi made sure we had a place to change and put our bags before the suite was ready. There was a very warm welcome awaiting us along with coffee and an absolutely divine brownie! The suite is beautiful, comfortable, quiet, well equipped, impeccably clean and the beds are super comfortable. We instantly felt right at home. Firethorn Manor really is a slice of paradise on a truly wonderful island. Thanks Romi and Terry, and looking forward to seeing you on our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. We appreciated the attention to detail that made our stay cozy and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne U.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect retreat
A wonderful place to stay. The hosts are very friendly and have provided every amenity. Will definitely recommend and hopefully stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

P. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Host!
Our whole family of 4 was traveling from SK to Victoria, and had food poisong from a chinese food restaurant. The host were jice enough to drive to 2 different shops to get medicines/etc for us. Much appreciated. Nice house with good backyard to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious home away from home with everything you would need for a short stay. The property is a short car drive away from the town of Sydney and Victoria airport but a short walk to a nearby pub with good food. If you enjoy cycling you can easily access the Lochside trail which will take you into Victoria. Thanks to great hosts for making us feel welcome upon our arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024