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Relaxing Country Retreat close to all amenities. Great for the whole family!

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
North Saanich, BC
  • Mary Winspear Centre
    6 min drive
  • Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary
    10 min drive
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
    12 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    9 min drive

Room options

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Private kitchen

Newly Built Detached Home with Gate access offering Luxury and Privacy.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (44)
The price is CA $179
per night
CA $324 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Newly Built Detached Home with Gate access offering Luxury and Privacy.

About the area

Sidney

In Sidney .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Sidney vacation home, you'll find Resthaven Park and Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mary Winspear Centre - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Victoria Distillers - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Port Sidney Marina - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lands End Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Spinnakers on the Fly - ‬9 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.

Relaxing Country Retreat close to all amenities. Great for the whole family!

Relax back in our large, cosy guesthouse that’s big enough for the whole family, and supplied with all the amenities, including heat/air conditioning, washer/dryer, large tv, and wifi; to name a few. Large decks overlook duck ponds and pastures of grazing cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens and turkeys. The view from the deck over neighbouring farms is second to none. The area is well know for its diverse bird population- from Owls and eagles, to herons and sparrows. A bird-lovers paradise.
Our home is the perfect escape from the city, yet 5 min from the airport, ferries, and Town of Sidney - a charming seaside town with everything from breweries, fine restaurants, museums, and cinemas, to great shopping!
We are a 10 min walk to the Pat Bay beach. We have amazing hiking trails.
Perhaps one of the most breath taking aspects of our area is the The Gulf Islands National Park. You can access some of these Islands by ferry, or we can arrange a private boat charter upon request.

Property manager

Tess Town

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Relaxing Country Retreat close to all amenities. Great for the whole family! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kelvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Always a nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kelvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Quite clean had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and cozy country retreat
This property was the perfect place for us to rest our bones after a very long travel day! We did takeout dinner and breakfast and just lazed around. Clean and comfy, nice and cozy - you will love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
a lovely stay, highly recommend.
Our family of 5 (myself, partner and child plus my parents) really enjoyed our week at the Country Retreat. The guesthouse is very bright and clean, with ample space to cook, eat and relax. Very well stocked kitchen. Highlights: feeding the compost to the chickens, hunting for lizards on the rocks, petting Buster the cat, enjoying the gorgeous scenery on the farm. Beaches and Sidney are a short drive, as is the lovely Horth Hill for trails and friendly hikers. Victoria is close enough for a day trip. Also, both the ferry and the airport are nearby, which made for easy travel.Hosts were extremely kind and friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meryl O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shirt and sweet stay
We had a wonderful one night stay at Tess’s very lovely farm! We had our children with us, and Tess was so warm and welcoming. We loved meeting all the farm animals. The guesthouse was had every thing we needed and we are so grateful for all the children’s books and games that were so thoughtfully added! This is a really wonderful place to bring your family! We hope to be back again! Thank you to Tess and her family for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome and relaxing
This is a very nice place and the host is super helpful and kind. Need to take the kids to play? A park like a 3 minute drive. Walk to the beach? A nice 15 minute walk where you will probably spot some deer. Need some supplies? A short drive into town (8minutes). I was super impressed with how clean everything was and how well stocked the kitchen was with spices and other cooking essentials. It was great to have a peaceful getaway. Thanks again for everything Tess!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, comfortable stay
I booked this property for 7 family members who were coming to town for a family function. They were very happy with their stay. The property is gorgeous, the hosts are very easy to communicate with. The suite was very clean, all beds were comfortable and everyone reported a good night sleep. Location is very close to both the ferry terminal and the airport. Close to Sidney, which they loved. Would recommend for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short and sweet
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly,welcoming; Well equipped full apartment. Great for family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice barn house and people. Tidy and clean rooms. Beautiful farm view and lovely animals. There is even a picnic basket ready for you. Most important thing - pet friendly - our dog loves here. It is not far from Sydney and the sea side, pretty convinient for grocery. My family and friends enjoyed the stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Home was just as advertised. Very clean and easy to find. Hostess was excellent. I recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This accomodation is very private located in a separate building. It is very comfortable and many extras are provided. It has a complete kitchen with nearly everything needed for an extended stay. It is delightful in its farm setting, and close to Sydney as well as Victoria. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting
We really enjoyed our time here. Beds were comfy and linens were lovely. Lots of added touches, such as dog amenities, extra toothbrushes, coffee and cream, etc. it was very cozy and comfortable. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Loved the stay. Tess thought of everything. The space is light and airy, big and comfortable. The vintage turkeys amusing with their gobbles. The willow tree in the inlet was so sweet and we enjoyed the sound of the rain on the metal roof.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mac C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for our needs.
It was fun staying on a working farm and the animals were just great and no problem whatsoever. We really made good use of both the clothes washer and dishwasher, very handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024