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The Cottage and Castle

4.0 star property

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Living area
Royal House | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Royal House | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Spa treatment

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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9909 Maple street, Chemainus, BC, V0R 1K1
  • Place, Kinsmen Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chemainus Marina
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chemainus Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Design Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Royal House | Living area

Royal House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chemainus

The Cottage and Castle places you next to Kinsmen Beach Park and within a 5-minute walk of Chemainus Marina. This 4-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Kinsmen Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chemainus Marina - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chemainus Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mount Brenton Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brass Bell Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Crofton Hotel Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jollity Farm Shop & Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cottage and Castle

The Cottage and Castle features free WiFi in public areas and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Hair dryers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 25 per person

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 35
Late check-in fee: CAD 35 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 50.0 per stay
  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 25 per person
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 35 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Housekeeping fee: CAD 50 per week; may vary based on length of stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 50.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The And Castle Chemainus
The Cottage and Castle Chemainus
The Cottage and Castle Bed & breakfast
The Cottage and Castle Bed & breakfast Chemainus

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Cottage and Castle?

This bed & breakfast is located in Chemainus, just steps from Kinsmen Beach Park and Chemainus Marina, and within a short walk of Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company. You'll also find Chemainus Theatre and Chemainus Valley Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage and Castle?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage and Castle on Jun 18, 2026 start from $198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Cottage and Castle?

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

Does The Cottage and Castle have a casino on the premises?

No, The Cottage and Castle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Cottage and Castle?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Cottage and Castle?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include an ocean view and a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at The Cottage and Castle?

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

Does The Cottage and Castle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Cottage and Castle offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Cottage and Castle allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cottage and Castle.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cottage and Castle?

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

How close is the airport from The Cottage and Castle?

The closest major airport to The Cottage and Castle is Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base), which is 12.2 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base), which is located 14.3 mi away (53-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Cottage and Castle?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Cottage and Castle.

The Cottage and Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely owner and quaint cottage. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Friendly host with beautiful cottage close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was great. The provided breakfast was delicious. The decor was really beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I had a wonderful stay here. Christina is an excellent host. I can't recommend this B&B highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delaney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cannot recommend this stay enough! It is so unique and beautiful. Location is perfect, the host is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christina and Miss Bigs Bunny are great hosts....very historic comfy cottage home. Clean and convenient to all things Chemainus. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the character of this place and the host was friendly and very accommodating with my early departure. The bed was very comfortable and the AC was a relief! I will absolutely stay here again. The garden was gorgeous and added ambiance to the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing host and located very close to water front. Very friendly service… great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

charming bed and breakfast in Chemainus.

The place was wonderfully charming,befitting the town itself ,Chemainus, and our contact with her was pleasant and very enjoyable, We would recommend this place highly to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The close proximity to the beach and unique house/rooms and backyard we had access to from the 1 room we had
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Christina was very kind and welcoming, the rooms had a rustic atmosphere with beautiful modern touch’s appropriately added.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed was incredible. Slept great. Friendly owner, lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, very comfortable and Christina, the host, was very accommodating and gave lots of information about local events and facilities. Even better if there had been a bit more choice of food items for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Funky place ! Fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff member was super nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is so charming with a lovely sitting room and a garden area. Christina made delicious gluten free banana bread for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was a very nicely kept older character home in a central location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter loved the property, the canopy bed and the room we stayed in. Service was excellent and hostess was attentive to our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a true Gem! Christina, our host was very welcoming. The room is charming. The house as well as the garden is unique and well maintained. I would return any time and recommend it to friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Clean, cozy & comfy bed. A Lovely jem steps from the water for watching the sun set & an easy short walk to restaurants & town. Miss Bugs Bunny was a sweetie🐶
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cute unique place w claw foot tubs in some rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lothar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Very welcoming. Pleaseant atmosphere. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uxia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place so very much! I’m planning to come back with my kid. The house is gorgeous , every single detail (decoration, colours, backyard) is delightful. Christina is kind, helpful, and makes you feel at home. I’ll give this place 10 starts if I could. Thank you Christina!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025