10/10 Excellent
Pauline
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
May 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pauline
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Bowen Island, BC
- Bowen Island Historians Museum9 min walk
- Killarney Lake Viewpoint5 min drive
- Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal35 min drive
- Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
Room options
About the neighborhood
Bowen Island
This vacation home places you within a short walk of Bowen Island Historians Museum and within a mile (2 km) of Coastal Patterns Gallery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
What's nearby
- Bowen Island Historians Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Killarney Lake Viewpoint - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
- Dorman Point - 15 min drive - 2.0 miles
- Bowen Bay - 16 min drive - 6.1 miles
- Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal - 35 min drive - 4.3 miles
Getting around
- Vancouver Waterfront Station - 56 min drive
- Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
- Forecast Coffee - 41 min drive
- Blenz Coffee - 37 min drive
- Crazy Raven Bar & Grill - 61 min drive
- Troll's Restaurants - 37 min drive
- Starbucks - 37 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.
Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage
For the very first time available on Vrbo, the famous Captain's Cottage. Bring the whole family to this fantastic Bowen Island Cottage with lots of room for fun and relaxation. Enjoy the incredible views of the ocean and the mountains of Howe Sound, watch the whales and seals from the deck. This gorgeous cottage is in walkable distance to the ferry and Snug Cove with all its amenities, it is truly a fantastic and unique place for your time on Bowen Island.Bring the whole family to this fantastic Bowen Island Cottage with lots of room for fun and relaxation. Enjoy the incredible views of the ocean and the mountains of Howe Sound, watch the whales and seals from the deck. This gorgeous cottage is in walkable distance to the ferry and Snug Cove with all its amenities, it is truly a fantastic and unique place for your time on Bowen Island. The cottage is wheelchair and scooter accessible.♿ It is equipped with an AC for the hot summer months and a level 2 EV-Charger.
Please be advised, starting in 2021, it will be illegal to use wood-burning fireplaces and stoves between May 15 and September 15. Violators could be fined $10,000 for each day in contravention.
Please do not move any furniture.
We provide one duraflame fire log per night. Due to regulations and insurance guidelines, the fireplace cannot be heated with firewood. If you like additional fire logs, the Bowen Island General Store has always some in stock.
Please be advised, starting in 2021, it will be illegal to use wood-burning fireplaces and stoves between May 15 and September 15. Violators could be fined $10,000 for each day in contravention.
Please do not move any furniture.
We provide one duraflame fire log per night. Due to regulations and insurance guidelines, the fireplace cannot be heated with firewood. If you like additional fire logs, the Bowen Island General Store has always some in stock.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Property manager
Chris Mehlhorn
Languages
English, German
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car not required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the bay
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
General
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
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 are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
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
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 1041, H318069921
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Parties and events are allowed on site.
- Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
279944
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Bowen Island, a short 12-minute walk from Bowen Island Historians Museum and also 18 minutes on foot from Coastal Patterns Gallery. You'll also find Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal and Dorman Point within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
Yes, there is electric car charging available.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.
Does Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH), which is 17.2 mi away (52 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional), which is located 29.8 mi away (89-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage?
Yes, every accommodation at Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or mountain views.
Ocean & Mountain View Captain's Cottage Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nargis K.
Nov 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bowen Island Captain’s Cottage
It is a beautiful property and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there for 3 nights and wish we could have stayed longer.
Thank you Chris for always there to answer our questions and for such a smooth and welcoming visit.
Please convey to the owners our thank you to let us enjoy their property.
Nargis
Nargis K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim
Nov 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Kim
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria L., Richmond BC
Sep 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy comfort home with good view
the very important part is the the home quite comfortably with our wheelchair lady… therefore we can enjoy our vacation! very enjoy the view around. kitchen have all we need for our cooking for dinner…we may cone again!
Victoria L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin G.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet cottage with a great view
Chris’s place is so adorable and clean and calm. If you want a relaxing stay on Bowen ideally
located near the village but far enough away to not hear the tourists, this is the place! Thank you so much, Chris- our stay was exactly what we needed!
Erin G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024