Beautiful, Luxurious, Romantic & Oceanfront Blue Wolf Float Home

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All Summer we have dinner on the patio, quiet and beautiful views of mountains!

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2139 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Washer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

North Vancouver, BC

Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal12 min drive
Canada Place13 min drive
Port of Vancouver14 min drive
Vancouver, BC (YDT-Boundary Bay)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

We have a luxurious and very modern newly constructed float home right in the Creek Marina in North Vancouver, steps from Lonsdale Quay, restaurants and the SeaBus (15 minutes) to downtown Vancouver. You won't need a car!

Sit on our west facing deck overlooking downtown Vancouver and the North Shore mountains, sip a glass of wine while watching the beautiful sunsets.

Vancouver is a cycling paradise - cycle around the city on the 22 km Vancouver seawall or explore the Spirit Trail on the North Shore (the marina with our float home is beside the Spirit Trail).

We are waterfront in the heart of the North Vancouver, in one of its most vibrant neighborhoods. There are many restaurants within walking distance of the float home. You are a 7 minute walk to the Seabus, and then a 15 minute Seabus ride to the heart of downtown Vancouver: shopping on Robson Street, the Vancouver Art Gallery, theaters, Stanley Park and much more. The Creek Marina is the ultimate water and urban experience, all in one! It's quiet like the country but with all the advantages of the city.

Our home is ideally suited as a romantic get-away or vacation for a couple. You have the entire float home (both floors), no other guests above or below you.

We have a gourmet chef's kitchen with a 2 ovens (Miele speed oven & Miele steam oven), as well as a Miele range and dishwasher and a Sub-Zero fridge.

The float home is highly automated (lighting, heat, blinds), and can be controlled via wall switches, iPad (we leave one for you to use) apps, or using voice commands. You can AirPlay music to the upstairs great room, the master bedroom and master bathroom. You can also use all these things the old fashion way - by flipping switches.

One bathroom is equipped with a steam shower with seating for 2, and the master bedroom has a 2 person soaker tub.

We just love everything about the home and living on the water, and now feel like we are permanently on vacation.

We are relatively new to VRBO, but you can also find reviews on other platforms. Here are a some other platform reviews:

“The float house was above and beyond all vacation rentals we have ever stayed in. It is perfect for a couples get away or to explore Vancouver. Had all the amenities you will need and was a quick walk and seabus away from downtown. Loved the heated floors. You will not be disappointed picking Sylvie & Don's float house.”

“We never write a review - however this place was over the top!!! Beautiful - Luxurious - Spotless - Relaxing - Cozy - Friendly by both the hosts & neighbours - Safe & Secure - easy access to the city Dream Vacation Place!!”

“I have stayed in a lot of vacation rentals but this house takes the cake for the best vacation rental. The house is so nice and perfect I kinda can’t believe they rent it out. It is the cleanest place I have ever stayed. Not a spot of dirt or dust or even a crumb in a drawer. Spotless! The location is awesome. Very easy to walk to the SeaBus. The views of the mountains, marina, and city while sitting on the patio are second to none. In addition to cleanliness, the place was also VERY well stocked. Tons of spices for cooking as well as tools, utensils, gorgeous china, etc. The kitchen is top notch and will have everything you need. I also loved the home speaker system that allowed you to airplay from your device to any room in the house. They covered everything with meticulous detail in the guest info book. Everything about the place is meticulously thought out.”

“I travel a ton and love unique vacation rentals but this one tops them all! View, walkability, decor, amenities, communication, spotless and warm. We truly didn’t want to leave.”

“Wow! This floating home is amazing. It is a gorgeous home and has plenty of well designed space. It is beautifully decorated and everything is done exquisitely. The location is fabulous with easy access to the Lonsdale Market and the SeaBus. And the views are stunning. Loved every second that was spent on this special floating home.”

Key features:
- central air conditioning (summer)
- heated floors + forced air furnace (winter)
- 1 parking included (although you are walking distance to almost everything)
- 2 person steam shower
- 2 person soaker tub
- balcony with natural gas BBQ and fire pit
- high speed fiber optic Internet
- gourmet fully-equipped kitchen, Miele and SubZero appliances
- fridge
- natural gas range
- speed oven (microwave or convection)
- steam oven (steam or convection)
- wine fridge
- dishwasher

As of May 1, 2024 British Columbia has new restrictions on short-term-rental properties, our float home is exempt as it is our primary residence, and the marina is located on Squamish First Nation land. Additionally, we pay the Squamish Nation a yearly licence fee for using our home as a short-term-rental when we are not occupying it ourselves.

Property manager

Sylvie Trudel

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Maximum 2 people sleeping overnight and 4 visitors (no parties or events).

Non-observance of house rules: immediate termination of rental requiring you to immediately vacate the house and forfeiture of $1,000 damage deposit.

Read and follow all guidelines in our “Guest Information”.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lower Lonsdale

Located in Metro Vancouver Regional District, this houseboat is on the beach. Queen Elizabeth Theatre and Science World are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pacific Coliseum or Rogers Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Vancouver, BC

What's nearby

Lonsdale Quay Market - 8 min walk
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 12 min drive
Canada Place - 13 min drive
Vancouver Waterfront - 14 min drive
Port of Vancouver - 14 min drive

Getting around

North Vancouver Station - 4 min drive
Vancouver Pacific Central Station - 25 min drive
Vancouver, BC (CXH-Vancouver Harbour Seaplane Base) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Harbourside Cafe - ‬11 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Earnest Ice Cream - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
‪Sailor Hagar's Brew Pub - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Luxurious, Romantic & Oceanfront Blue Wolf Float Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Luxurious, Romantic & Oceanfront Blue Wolf Float Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Luxurious, Romantic & Oceanfront Blue Wolf Float Home ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Luxurious, Romantic & Oceanfront Blue Wolf Float Home located?

Located in Lower Lonsdale, this houseboat is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lonsdale Quay Seabus Terminal and within 3 miles (5 km) of Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Canada Place and Capilano Suspension Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Sydney

31 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!!

Beautiful property in an excellent location. Great kitchen, comfy bed, and lovely views.

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

tim c.

15 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

unparalleled property - peerless hosts

tasteful elegance + comprehensive accommodations and accessories + breathtaking vistas. also convenient location for North Vancouver sites (including amazing sea-bus and wonderful local metro). most comprehensive property guide I have encountered and hosts always prompt and easy to contact. in concert: the finest VRBO I have enjoyed.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis P.

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

truly a great experience

We spent a great week in this lovely home. Quiet and friendly neighbours, short enjoyable walks to the market and all the cooking tools one could need.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson E.

18 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience!

Our float home experience was amazing! My husband and I went to Vancouver for our 25th wedding anniversary and chose this cute float home to stay in. We very much fell in love with this first class property. It was clean, modern and extremely well organized. The owner provided a notebook with clear information on the float home along with things to do. It was so nice to wake up to the sound of seagulls and surrounding water. The home rocked very slightly but not often. The rocking was barely noticeable. The area surrounding the float home was quiet and safe and conveniently located in the middle of Vancouver activities. We took many walks between the float home and Lonsdale Quay market which is nearby. We did have a car but it probably isn't necessary. Getting into downtown Vancouver was a breeze and so was driving into the mountains. We highly recommend this property and, if we ever make it back to Vancouver, will stay here again! Thank you for sharing your home!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita A.

30 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and unique home

The home is spotless, comfortable and unique. The kitchen is extremely well outfitted and the hosts are fantastic! I would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

23 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue Wolf Float House

This property was absolutely amazing very clean and extremely well set up for guests ! Our stay was absolutely fantastic and great experience would definitely recommend as too any one! Communication was the best from owners and had great information in the community “ two thumbs up”

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann M.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat!

Fantastic float home with all the amenities.Very peaceful and quiet. Sylvie was very accommodating and always available to answer any questions. It’s a must stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan C.

8 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Je recomande fortement cet endtoit.

Experience unique, dans un décor enchanteur.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property in a super location!

Blue Wolf is without doubt the best VRBO property we have stayed in. Aside from the quality of the property - which is absolutely as described and shown in the photos - the house is kitted out with absolutely everything you need. The location is superb. Just a few minutes walk from the sea bus and the bus station, you really don’t need to rent a car here, unless you are going further afield than the greater Vancouver area. It was a pleasure to discover the local restaurants and coffee bars. And Earnest Ice cream became a regular haunt! So easy to get to Downtown Vancouver, as well as the major North shore attractions. Communication with Sylvie was so easy and she responded very quickly. We will definitely book Blue Wolf when we return to visit family on the future!

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cami K.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

The float home in N. Vancouver was a spectacular experience for our 25th anniversary! It was exceptionally clean, well stocked, and the location was fantastic! We were very happy with how walkable the area is, how close we were to the SeaBus and how easy it was in general to get around. The furniture was very comfortable, and all the accommodations one would need for a very nice time were provided. We will definitely be back to this location!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mechelle S.

30 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, serene haven

This was our first time to ever even be on a houseboat and this home was beyond our wildest imagination! Very well appointed, lovely design, and stunning art work! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navid S.

28 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

The property and location were perfect! No issues whatsoever were experienced, with hassle free check in, hassle free car parking and a wonderfully equipped property. The kitchen had everything you could wish for and all top branded appliances. We loved the views from the terrace balcony and the lovely artwork/internal decor. This was far better than many 5 star hotels we have stayed in. The location is quiet, yet you are only a 5 minute walk to the sea bus into Downtown to Vancouver. The area is extremely safe and friendly , with so many restaurants and bars nearby. Joeys and the Tap Barrel both done great food with fantastic views towards downtown, lovely at night. We have stayed many times in Vancouver and BC, but this has to be our favourite place so far. The experience of living on a floating home, sadly only for 5 days, was one we will cherish and this will be our first choice when we return. Also, the hosts were super responsive when we had a couple of questions. All in all, an utter joy.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristin J.

19 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway

The home is beautiful; Vancouver is wonderful. We loved every minute of our stay !

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion K.

2 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Floatinghome in a Perfect Location !

We stayed in the Blue Wolf Float Home during our stay in Vancouver. The house is a perfect location and equipped very nice and with a personal style. The walk to the ferry that takes you to Vancouver is roughly 5 minutes. In the same area you will find lot‘s of restaurants. 5 stars are not enough for this home !!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana D.

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upscale, Unique, Wonderful

My husband and I spent the second half of our honeymoon from the Midwestern United States at the Blue Wolf Float House and absolutely loved it! This was a unique experience and we are so happy we chose it. Sylvie was very kind, communicative, and welcoming. The house is spotless with all the “smart” and upscale amenities. We especially loved sitting on the balcony. The location is perfect for trips to West End, Stanley Park, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Granville Island, Horseshoe Bay BC Ferries, and so much more. We recommend the Blue Wolf for anyone wanting a clean, welcoming, unique visit to Vancouver!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Des G.

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous experience

Absolutely enjoyable in every way and the hosts were readily available to respond to any questions and eager to accommodate.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

24 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully created home

This home has been furnished with light and openness and ease of living in mind; the lights and shades are programmed conveniently to protect your privacy and create as comfortable an environment as possible leaving you to the option to adjust any setting as you wish. The marina staff are friendly and helpful and the local dine in or take out options are so good you never need to get into your car. And it is as quiet as any serene neighborhood on the north shore as the boats are mostly unoccupied except for the boat houses spread around the marina- and it all comes with a killer view of Mt Seymour and the Capilano canyon and peaks. The only missing piece was a king size bed which hopefully might be provided someday for those older folks not used to spooning any more.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michel P.

14 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Unique experience

Better than a 5 star hotel........it's so well equipped. This floating house comes with a front and rear patio which makes it ideal to sit outside. The owners are kind and very helpful and we highly recommend this property. Suzanne & Michel

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierre C., Montréal - Québec - Canada

9 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Situation idéale!

La maison est superbe et très bien équipée. Il ne manque rien! La vue sur les bateaux et surtout sur les montagnes c’est époustouflant. Le « fire pit » donne une belle ambiance pour une soirée un peu fraîche. Par contre si il y avait un auvent ce serait mieux que les parasols lorsqu’il fait très soleil. La maison est à entre 5 et 15 minutes de marche de tout : épiceries, excellents restaurants… Sea Bus… facile de se rendre à Sea to Sky, Whistler… ferry pour Victoria, les musées. Nous sommes très contents de notre vacance.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

28 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place to Stay

We loved the proximity to the ferry and a lot of wonderful things to do around the rental location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary Y.

1 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February stay

The Blue Wolf Float Home suited me perfectly for my stay. Sylvie and Don were excellent and responsive hosts. The float home has all the conveniences you could wish for and more. The location is fantastic for exploring locally as well as venturing downtown either by car or public transport. It was a great place to stay.

Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

16 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House boat living

This property was upscale, Very well equipped and the kitchen was heaven for foodies. Everything one could need was here. Don and Sylvie were amazing, easy to contact and felt like old friends. They fixed a couple of minor issues the same day they occurred. Will look forward to renting this beautiful home again.

Stayed 46 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

22 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience!

The Blue Wolf Float home exceeded our expectations!! Not only was the home in pristine condition and beautifully decorated, it was in a fabulous location and Sylvie and Don were exceptional hosts. The conscience to the SeaBus ferry was wonderful, made it incredibly easy and safe to get to and from downtown Vancouver. Sylvie and Don were very responsive and also had very detailed instructions for everything we needed. We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sylvie Trudel

We are Sylvie and Don from Vancouver. We love traveling and when we are away, we like to share our float home with our guests so they too can experience how special it is to live ON the water. When we travel we like to stay in houses that are immaculately clean and uncluttered, luxurious and have something special about them. We have followed that philosophy with design and construction of our float home, there are many upgraded features in the home, and living on the water is truly a wonderful and special experience.

When we are not enjoying all that Vancouver has to offer, we are likely staying at our second home on Cayman Brac (Listing 1485429).

Why they chose this property

This property has everything! Close to everything you don’t need a car. The house is ON the water in a very quiet marina, so you can relax after a day of exploring and watch the seals and sea otters play around you. Many restaurants and markets nearby.

What makes this property unique

Blue Wolf Float Home was built for adventure but also comfort and luxury. You will enjoy the ultra modern kitchen, the great big deck where you can laze around or eat a romantic dinner. Also enjoy a stream shower and/or a bath - all designed for two.