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Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cowichan Bay, BC
  • Place, Arthur Vickers Gallery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowichan Bay

This bed & breakfast places you within a short walk of Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and within a mile (2 km) of Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre. The guestroom includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and an electric kettle.
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What's nearby

  • Arthur Vickers Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cowichan Wooden Boat Society - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Butchart Gardens - 58 min drive - 19.6 miles

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dog House Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.

You won’t want to leave this charming, one-of-a-kind walkout patio suite with ocean views.
Located in beautiful Cowichan Bay, this suite has its own entrance, bedroom, living room, bathroom. No kitchen, has a small fridge, hotplate, kettle, toaster, pot and dishes. The suite is not separate, but is joined by an open stairwell. Guests are not allowed upstairs to the owner's living area. A blow up mattress (surprisingly comfortable) is available on request for sleeping in the living room. Wonderfully cool. Walkout to a relaxing patio for your morning coffee. Access to the unit involves walking around the house from the driveway, downhill on the lawn to the patio entrance below. Not suitable for those with mobility issues. Wonderfully quiet yard for relaxing and enjoying the ocean breezes and views.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a refrigerator, a microwave, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Cowichan Bay, just steps from Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. You'll also find Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard and Cherry Point Estate Wines within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Is this bed & breakfast associated with a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this bed & breakfast include breakfast service?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 10.3 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base), which is located 21.8 mi away (65-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views.?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views. that offer a balcony.

Charming walkout basement patio suite - ocean views. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Roselle B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed four days in this walkout suite directly after a cruise ending in Vancouver, BC.The suite is very basic, but the location is excellent. It's about a 8 minute walk from the village of Cowichan, where you can find several casual dining restaurants and shops. The bakery is the best!!!! The patio is beautiful with views of the water.I was disappointed when we arrived after check-in time, and our hosts seemed surprised to see us. Our suite needed sweeping and dusting. there were cob webs in the bathroom, bedroom and hallway . All the storage spaces were filled with family stuff. The bed creaks, but I had good sleeps on it. To enter the suite, you have to walk around the side of the house across a sloped lawn. There isn't a lighted path when it gets dark, so be sure to have a flash light or phone if you're out after dark.
View of water and mountains from the patio
Path to the entrance of the suite
Coffe pot, electric kettle and dishes
Mini fridge and hot plate
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location just a short walk to the main strip of Cowichan Bay. Suite was clean and well maintained but a couple of things are in need of an update. The area is very quiet and the bed was very comfortable. The unit has A/C but we did not need to use it. The local, ground coffee was a nice touch. We would not hesitate to stay with Sylvia and William again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A quiet retreat

This was precisely what we were looking for. We had breakfast on the patio every morning and enjoyed th quiet and the wildlife. We were also very close to the main street of Cowichan Bay,and an easy drive to Duncan where our daughter's family lives.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed at this property for two nights on the long Canada Day weekend. Our host Sylvia was very easy to communicate with and kindly accommodated all of our needs including our delayed arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Getaway!

Lovely location, easy walking to the marina, shops and restaurants. The property is tucked off the road so is quite quiet! The accommodation is cozy and quaint and was just as described - perfect for curling up on the loveseat (or recliner) reading a novel and enjoying the view! It has a lovely little fireplace heater for ambiance, too! (It was rainy and chilly for part of our trip so this was a bonus!) I discovered beautiful little walking paths throughout Cowichan and we had the added pleasure of listening to the sea lions in the Bay! I would love to return to this location - Sylvia is a very approachable and welcoming host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Niena K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient to Cowichan Village

Nice little spot for visiting Cowichan Bay. Owner is still working on perfecting such items as access and parking. Currently a bit of a challenge for anyone with mobility issues or limited parking skills. It is the downstairs suite with private exterior entry- upstairs is occupied ( by the owner, we believe). She is lovely and we had no objection, but if you thought a VRBO was supposed to be “all yours”, that is apparently not completely accurate. Would recommend for a single/couple/couple with a small child.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

stacie

Liked: Cleanliness

Cowichan Bay

This is a basic property, bar fridge, kettle hot plate. One bedroom and a bathroom with shower. Very quiet, excellent location. Walking distance to the main road and shops. I would recommend if you aren't looking for fancy, and don't mind that the upstairs owners suite isn't secured from basement suite. Sylvia was a good host for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Was a nice little suite. Worked for us and suited our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cowichan Retreat

Fabulous host and fantastic outdoor patio!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great find

Sylvia was lovely and this was a great find and location. Beautiful patio. Can make meals if you’re creative in planning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cowichan Bay Retreat

Our check in was very easy. The property owner contacted us previous to our arrival and met in person to go through the propertywith her. The suite was very clean and everything that was portrayed on line. The front patio and coffee in the AM with view of the bay was incredible. We would definitely recommend to all this is truly a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bel Acceuil. Beaucoup d’espace. Tranquille.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025