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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 337.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sooke, BC
  • Sooke Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • District of Sooke Municipal Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dancing Bees Cottage - A "Rustic-Chic" Cabin near the Secluded Ella Beach

Welcome to the Dancing Bees Cottage, our quaint seaside cabin in the picturesque village of Sooke, just 35 minutes outside of Victoria, B.C.

This beautifully designed cottage welcomes you with the most amazing aroma of cedarwood and cozy decor to give you an immediate sense of relaxation. A 3-minute walk to the secluded "Ella Beach" will show you the unspoiled, natural beauties of Vancouver Island firsthand. The beach is formed of pebbles that have been rounded by the ocean wave in different colors and shapes, they heat up beautifully in the sun and making this a dream location for open-water swimmers.

The "Ella Road Park" is also right outside your door if you feel like going for a rejuvenating morning walk in the forest. It's nature on your doorstep, literally!

After a day of exploring the spectacular Canadian West Coast, relax on your private deck in a quiet garden setting with views of the meadows, majestic pine trees, and the Olympic Mountains. If you are an artist, be ready to get inspired! The deck is also great for stargazing and basking in the silence of nature at night.

Your well-behaved fur baby is welcome to run freely in the meadow right in front of your deck fetching balls or rabbits! Please check in your pet at the time of reservation to ensure we are ready to welcome him/her.

ACCOMMODATION TYPE:
This is the ultimate social distancing getaway for a couple. Our charming cottage offers a Japanese-style cotton mattress in the loft (accessible through the ladder) and a sofa bed on the main floor, a full bath, a wood-burning stove, and a rustic kitchenette allowing comfortable accommodation for 2 guests. Well-behaved dogs are welcome (ONLY 1 DOG ALLOWED PER STAY - PET FEE IS $50 PER NIGHT - PLEASE CHECK-IN YOUR PET AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION)

ABOUT THE KITCHENETTE:
The cottage kitchenette is meant for small and simple meal preparation and is not equipped for full-fetch cooking. With a BBQ on the deck, a hot plate, a microwave, basic pots, pans, and dishware, you can make delicious and quick meals.

ABOUT THE SHOWER:
The hot water tank in the cottage is small and intended for quick showers.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT:
The cottage offers a Japanese-style cotton mattress in the loft accessible through the ladder and a sofa bed on the main floor.

PETS:
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. ONLY 1 DOG PER STAY. The pet fee is $50 per night. Please CHECK-IN YOUR PET at the time of reservation.

ATTRACTIONS:
Dancing Bees Cottage is:
{} A 3-minute drive from the Award Winning Sheringham Distillery
{} A 3-minute drive from the famous Wild Mountain Restaurant
{} A 10-min drive from Tugwell Creek Honey Farm and Meadery
{} A 2-minute drive from Mystic Beach Adventures Center
{} A 10-minute drive from Kemp Lake
{} A 3-5 minute drive from Sooke Region Museum, Ella Road Park, Sooke Harbour & Marina, Ed Macgregor Prak, Local Shopping, Antiques, Coffee Shops, and Restaurants

FUN FACT: Designed by an award-winning studio, Dancing Bees Cottage has been featured in top Canadian design magazines including Western Living and Home in Canada!

Property manager

Negar Reihani

Languages

English, French, Polish

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Amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
PLEASE CHECK-IN YOUR PET ($50 PER PET / PER NIGHT)
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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
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

About the area

Sooke

Located in Sooke, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Saltwest Naturals and Tugwell Creek Honey Farm and Meadery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Witty's Lagoon Regional Park and Langford Lanes. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sooke, BC

What's nearby

  • Sooke Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • District of Sooke Municipal Hall - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Possession Point Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sooke Region Museum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - 16 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sooke Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Route 14 Sooke - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stickleback - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dancing Bees Cottage - A "Rustic-Chic" Cabin near the Secluded Ella Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Dancing Bees Cottage - A "Rustic-Chic" Cabin near the Secluded Ella Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dancing Bees Cottage - A "Rustic-Chic" Cabin near the Secluded Ella Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dancing Bees Cottage - A "Rustic-Chic" Cabin near the Secluded Ella Beach located?

Located in the heart of Sooke, this cottage is steps away from Ella Park and Erinan Park. Boomstick Park and Olympic View Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

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

beach holiday

nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darnell O.

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

Perfect one of a kind stay

The cabin was perfect! Lots of personal touches, very clean, exactly what we were looking for. The hosts were amazing, very accommodating and just beautiful humans. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Lovely Cottage - Great Host

Wonderful experience, nice, well equipped and nicely styled cottage, with caring, warm and generous owners. Pure delight, hard to image you wouldn’t enjoy your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alannah F.

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

A perfect getaway

We had a beautiful stay at this most ideal property! Negar and Janusz were very warm and inviting hosts, and we were very grateful for their hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine S.

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

Dog friendly accommodation for 2

We were so happy to find this cute little dog-friendly place - close to Sooke, and close to many beaches along this side of the island. Great light and flower meadow views at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy and private space without every day distractions. Very welcoming host with treats grown fresh from the garden. Felt like a home away from home.

10/10 Excellent

Myra B.

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

Amazing host amazing people

The host negar and husband is amazing thank u for the bites and drinks u had for us when we got there and little goes a long ways we appreciate it thank u for the hospitality for sure and highly recommended place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle n., Where do you live?

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

Great spot

Great spot, close to local beach. Nice quiet yard next to main house. Wonderful hosts! Water heater is small, so you’ll need to take quick showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl U.

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

Great place to relax in Sooke

Then location was great for our stay. Close to Sooke for convenient shopping and eating out as well as easy to walk to the beach or just around the neighbourhood. Victor was a warm and welcoming host providing fresh vegetables and peaches from his incredible garden. Thank you for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody W.

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

A brilliant get-away and a perfectly gracious host

Top-notch, complete with perfect touches by our generous host. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaylon e.

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

Vancouver Island Vacation

We loved this property. If you're looking for peace and quiet this is the place, beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed the hosts as much as the property. They made us feel very welcome. When it was time to go we felt like we we're leaving friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa A.

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

Magic!

My stay at the Dancing Bees Cottage was magic. I was there for just a few nights but will certainly be back at some point. Negar is the most lovely host — I felt so welcome and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert Connely F.

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

loved this place

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a great experience - a lovely welcome with farm to table food / drink. The cabin was incredible, clean, immediately felt like home. We were encouraged to enjoy the farm. Ella Beach was something else just a few minutes walk down the road. Meeting & getting to know our hosts was definitely one of the highlights. I’d highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicity K.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a brilliant time in Sooke at Dancing Bees cottage- the hosts were so friendly, kind and welcoming and went out of their way to make us feel at home. We particularly appreciated the delicious welcoming drink and snack as we had had a long journey! The cabin is beautifully decorated and so comfy and cosy- it has all you need for a perfect stay and I can't thank the hosts enough for everything they did- helping us with the bbq....giving us recommendations... we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

Cottage near Ella Beach

The hosts Negar and Victor went above and beyond!!! Veryyyyy welcoming & inviting :) Our dog was so happy running around the yard! Wonderful to find a gem of a vacation rental that also allows a dog 😁 Will definitely recommend to everyone!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice Cabin

It’s was a pleasant stay. We were expecting something a little more remote. The owners were very nice, but they were home the whole time and we did not have the privacy we were expecting. Great stay as long as you don’t mind other people around.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M.

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

A beautiful place to stay

From the moment we booked our stay, it couldn't have gone better. Negar & Janusz gave us such a warm welcome. We were greeted & shown around the cabin which was beautifully decorated & very comfortable. They even gave us some lovely dishes made of fruit/veg from the garden and tomatoes & peaches to take home with us when we were leaving. We would come back here again in a heart beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia B.

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

Cooled off in Sooke

Always breezy in Sooke, and 10++ degrees cooler than the mainland in a heat wave. This place is best for 1 - 2 people; take short showers and all is well. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

A tranquil escape in Sooke

The Dancing Bees cottage is a wonderful escape to all of nature's beauty in Sooke. The hosts were kind and attentive. They were so welcoming and had a plate of treats ready for us upon our arrival and gave my daughter a little gift to remind us of the wonderful stay. The cabin is beautiful and gives the perfect base to enjoy all the natural beauty in the area including Ella Beach which is down the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason U.

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

Charming cozy cottage retreat

What a lovely space, tended to by the most absolutely delightful hosts! I’ve never felt so welcome on a vacation stay before. Lovely little place with room for us and the dog to roam on the entire property. Blackberries galore. Super close to a peaceful pebble beach. 10/10 would stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A., Newcastle Upon Tyne

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

Perfect in every way!

I could not recommend the dancing bees cottage more! The welcome we received was so lovely, the cottage was spotless and the decor was absolutely beautiful. Sooke itself is so beautiful and the cabin is located perfectly for everything you might want to see and do - we didn't want to leave! Melissa and Liam
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Foster M.

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

Lovely little spot!

Adorable little cottage that feels perfectly tucked away but is still very close to sooke (and less than a 5 min. Drive to pickup wood fired sourdough pizza from wild mountain) Perfect for a little romantic getaway, the cabin was clean and well stocked with firewood. The hosts were more than accommodating and generally a delight to be around. This is a great spot to explore from or stay put in comfort. Ella beach is less than a 5 min walk. I would definitely come back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Negar and Janusz are exceptional hosts. The property is a beautiful cedar cabin set in a peaceful pastoral setting a short walk from wild Ella Beach. Every detail is meticulous curated and carefully considered. The interior is relaxing and composed of rustic materials that are harmonious with the beautiful natural surroundings. I would recommend this escape to anyone looking to unwind and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B., vancouver

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

I can’t wait to come back!

From the moment we arrived, we fell in love with this adorable cottage in Sooke. Negar greeted us with cold drinks and then us a tour of the home. It was so beautiful and well thought out, I absolutely loved it. The property was quiet and Negar and her husband were so incredibly nice and thoughtful. I am already looking forward to my next vacation here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

A Warm Relaxing Stay

Negar and Janusz are exceptional hosts. Every embellishment to our stay was provided with a kind, thoughtful attention to our every comfort. The cottage had a wonderful aroma of fresh cedar and is a most cozy, relaxing space. The interior has many unique and interesting details that kept us discovering for our entire stay. Even though we only stayed for a weekend, we feel as though we have relaxed for weeks. We look forward to returning as soon as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Negar Reihani

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Languages:

English, French, Polish