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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Sooke, BC
  • Sooke Harbour
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Sooke Region Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
    ‪102 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Sooke

On the beach.You'll find Sooke Harbour and Sooke Region Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Also, District of Sooke Municipal Hall is within 3 miles (5 km) and Brooks Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sooke Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sooke Region Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • District of Sooke Municipal Hall - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Alyard Farm - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - 102 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sooke Brewing Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Route 14 Sooke - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stickleback - ‬2 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.

Stunning private oceanfront getaway experience

Welcome to your private oceanfront getaway
Nestled in a (distanced) private area of our property awaits this 40-foot rustic/industrial-style converted bus.
Take in the ocean view of the Sooke Basin and the mountains of Washington state across the strait of Juan De Fuca.

Enjoy a visit from our dog, Argo, who lives on the property and loves our guests

During fair weather, you can enjoy the immediate beach access, go for a light kayak, or paddleboard on the ocean.

Check our IG @sookeskibus & our Air BnB
https://airbnb.com/h/sookeskibus

Property manager

Dan Moran

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • 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 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.

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Stunning private oceanfront getaway experience Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olga G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great gateway

We enjoyed our stay. Place is cozy, great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gord E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

Everything was better than expected. Host was great to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Beautiful and unique place to stay! The view was perfect, would definitely stay again. Close to lots of ourdoor activities rain or shine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Batuhan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great unique place to stay.

We went after one of the worst storms in recent years. Host was great, making sure we were comfortable and if we needed anything. We really enjoyed our time. I think it's fair to say that anyone anytime will enjoy staying here. In the winter, you can hunker down there and enjoy peace and quiet by the ocean. Bus heats up very quickly. Shower works great. The design can accommodate 3 adults and a toddler. We'd love to stay here in the summer next time and for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay!

Great place with an amazing sunrise. Very clean and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

Fantastic place with great sunrises and amazing views on the water. Very clean and private. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika R.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST Sooke stay

The bus is extremely comfortable and well equipped. Lots of privacy, quiet neighborhood, and plenty of room to spread out. The owner was easy to reach and accommodating. The only difficulty was going down to the beach as the walk is steep and very slippery. Overall, we LOVED the bus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erin T., Nanaimo

Liked: Cleanliness

Adventure with my kids

It was a lovely reno and super fun. The access was hairy to the beach. We were respectful to the space. The owner commuicated often through the ap but when I asked for help with the stove he did not respond. Also he did yard work on the access when we were actually still using the area. I was also sent a $12 bill the second we arrived because the owner noted my son was present making our group 4 rather than 3. I assume it was a part of the agreement but it made me feel watched and hestitand to relax. The beds were fatastic including the futon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chill out and relax

We stayed in the Ski Bus at the end of our stay on the island and it was the perfect place to chill out and relax. We loved how beautifully adapted the bus was to be a functional and comfortable place to stay. We enjoyed kayaking up the shore and seeing the marine life, otters and seals on their daily pass by. I would recommend this fun bus to anyone looking for a relaxing adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Stay with Rocky Paths

The bus was a really fun experience. It's obvious that someone put a lot of thought into the renovations and meeting the needs of the "guests". We lacked for nothing. Just saying that the rock paths were difficult to walk on and the beach access too steep for me, being a senior gal. The road noise distracted from the birdsongs and the area was too shady in the afternoon. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franny W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sooke Ski Bus

Loved our stay here! Most unique place we’ve stayed at😊. Well done renovation to make a cozy place to relax. It had everything we needed in the space. My favorite spot was the eating bar, looking out at that view!😍. Easy communication with the host- thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Set-up

My husband & I chose to stay in the Ski Bus for our 35th anniversary. (Apparently 2 other couples celebrated the same anniversary in Sept., according to the guestbook!) It was the perfect space for the 2 of us and it’s close to so much! We kayaked with the seals, hiked up the river to the Potholes, visited a couple of breweries, and of course, gave Argo the dog some love. The bus was supplied with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Dan was prompt in answering questions and making sure we had all we needed. I wish we could have stayed longer. So if it’s your 35th wedding anniversary, we highly recommend staying in the Sooke Ski Bus! 😆Actually we recommend staying there for whatever reason you’re in Sooke - you won’t regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

The ski bus was a great place to stay. It is a different experience. If you are someone that like to try something untraditional this is for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva-Mae

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sooke bus

The bus is a very cool space, cozy and comfortable. The location is great for West Coast road beaches. Everything close by for restaurants and groceries etc. The view from the bus is the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Außergewöhnlich schöne Unterkunft

So ein toller geschmackvoll eingerichteter Bus. Super Ausstattung. Sehr schöne r Ausblick.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S., Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness

This bus is a must!

We loved absolutely everything about our stay in Sooke on the ski bus! Situated on the water, the view is amazing....you can watch the sun rise laying in bed. Mornings were spent paddling the calm waters of Sooke Basin on kayaks provided by the host and enjoying coffee on the deck. We spent our afternoons hiking in the area to beautiful beaches and lookout points. A drive to Botanical Beach in Port Renfrew is totally worth it, especially if you stop at Shirley Delicious for breakfast. Evenings were spent on the property, preparing meals on the BBQ and air fryer then cozying up to read a book or watch a movie. Highly recommend this unique experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Efrct

My wife and 17 month old son chose the ski bus as the accommodation for our first ever visit to the island and it couldn’t have been any better. In fact, I don’t know how we’re going to return to the island without trying to rebook the bus again. As it happens, my son is going through a major infatuation with busses, so we couldn’t get him out of the captain’s seat for a few hours after arriving. That novelty didn’t wean away for our entire stay either. Our intention was to use the bus as our home hub, but travel around the island over the course of a few days. But the very warm welcome from our hosts, the above and beyond accommodation of our needs, and the beauty of the immediate surroundings quickly convinced us to spend our entire stay at the bus and in Sooke. Overall, it’s a gorgeous setting with so many options for active outdoorspeople and explorers. When you’re done hiking, cold plunging, kayaking, or paddling boarding, the bus is beautiful, clean and safe setting to spend your evenings. Job well done, team!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Einzigartige Unterkunft

Wir haben den Aufenthalt im Skibus sehr genossen, es ist viel Platz und nicht zu eng für 3 Personen. Der Außenbereich ist ebenfalls toll, aber nichts für Gehbehinderte. Die Kajaks sind eine tolle Zugabe. Leider hört man die Autos von der Straße. Wir würden trotzdem jederzeit wiederkommen!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Goeminne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnifique séjour !

Nous sommes restés 2 nuits et nous serions bien restés plus longtemps. Le logement est top ! Emplacement parfait, tranquille et proche de Victoria. Nous avons pu profiter des canoës et paddle avec les enfants c’était génial ! Seul petit bémol : le matelas du canapé-lit n’est pas suffisant pour 2 ados. Nous recommandons fortement ce logement !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023