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Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake.

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Place, Old Mill Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shawnigan Lake Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Butchart Gardens
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shawnigan Lake

This bed & breakfast places you next to Old Mill Park and within a mile (2 km) of Old Baldy Mountain Park. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Old Mill Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 55 min drive - 32.9 miles
  • Butchart Gardens - 57 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • University of Victoria - 58 min drive - 33.0 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lakehouse At Shawnigan Lake - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake.

This quaint house was moved onsite in 2001 from Crofton and raised up in 2004, adding an 850 sq ft. lower floor. The house is on a secluded road, Radway, which borders the old E & N Railway and the Old Mill Park on Shawnigan Lake. Easy walk to the beach on hot summer days and with a concrete floor this lower suite is always cool. Minutes drive to two other local beaches, Masons and Government Wharf (boat dock also), as well as boat dock on Recreation Road, minutes away. Room to bring your boat to this property. Twenty minutes from Cowichan Bay and Duncan. Ten minutes to Mill Bay. Minutes drive to Shawnigan Village, St. Johns Academy and Shawnigan Lake School. Langford in Victoria 30 minute drive.
Two bedrooms, separtate entry. Full kitchen has toaster oven, hot plate and microwave instead of oven. Continental breakfast is extra charge and optional. One king bed, two singles. Bright and cozy.
Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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:
Store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Please wash any dishes you used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking is allowed outside on the property but not allowed in the house.

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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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's there to see within easy reach of this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Shawnigan Lake, just steps from Old Mill Park. You'll also find Merridale Estate Cidery and Shawnigan Lake Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake.?

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

Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake.?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some guestrooms, as well as a firepit.

Does Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake. have a hot tub?

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.

Does Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake. have connecting rooms available?

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

What is the closest airport to this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 17.3 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base), which is located 29.2 mi away (72-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake.?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake. that offer a balcony.

Railway Road Bed& Breakfast Shawnigan Lake, BC, minutes walk to lake. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We only had a few problem with the pillows. A little too thin and no support
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home was very clean. Comfortable. Area was beautiful, quiet and very well kept. Easy 5 minutes to fuel, food etc. Only 40 minutes to downtown Victoria. Food provided at house as well. We were very happy with our stay and would recommend to everyone. We plan to return to the area and stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value, close to the lake and all needed amenities.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking into this house was so nice after the other place we had stayed. Walking in the door was like walking into my own home, instant comfort, it was quiet and relaxing to sit outside. My sister was so excited to see a deer last night. We have no complaints and I would highly recommend to anyone that this would be the best place to stay. We would definitely stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house fit our needs perfectly. We brought our kayaks for both the lake, and the coastal waters. Teresa was a great host and made sure we were well taken care of. We went to the Shawnagan Lake Museum and many of the local stores nearby as well. Thanks for a terrific stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a quiet place that made you feel you were in the country in the woods (not forest). It was easy to get to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanice G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property in a beautiful location. Very close to the lake and had everything we needed. Teresa was great with communicating with us
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Teresa went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. She answered my texts promptly if I had a question. The unit is well supplied with big and small appliances (except an oven/stove, but there is a hot plate, a microwave and a toaster oven). Lots of coffee & tea provided as well as kitchen supplies (dishes, cutlery, glasses, plates, trays, pots and pans, etc.). Clean beds. Very quiet area and short walk to a nice little beach. It was a nice place to relax. Close to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025