Serendipity by the sea

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Galiano Island, BC

Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal9 min walk
Galiano Island Community Library4 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base)11 min drive
Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park14 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Serendipity is located on beautiful Galiano Island...It is situated on Whaler Bay, and is nestled amongst the forest and wildlife...It is a well kept 50's pan-abode log cabin, on the water with a beautiful view...Deer, racoons, otters and eagles regularily frolick through-out the property.

Quiet, serene, and comfortable, this little beauty sleeps two in the main cabin, but also has a guest cabin which sleeps two as well.....( this is an additional 50 pr. night, but can be negotiated for long term rentals).

It is walking distance from the main ferry terminal as well as the local shops and the Madrona which is a world class spa.

Because the water is collected from rain water and has been treated, there is bottled water provided for drinking. The tap water is used for dishes and showers.
Please limit your showers to a min. in the summer as Galiano is one of the driest gulf islands and water must be brought in by truck to the its not a problem in the winter, because of the rain.

There is no garbage pickup on the island so please take your garbage back with you. There is a compost to use for food scraps to help condense the waste.

Serendipity is a wonderful quaint and peaceful cabin that I know, you will enjoy and feel relaxed by the time you check out.
There are also kayaks and paddle boards available for rent at the bottom of the property. Contact information will be left at the cabin..

Thankyou so much for considering Serendipity
Deborra

Pictures of birds and wildlife have been taken by Susan Robertshaw. Sue is an established nature photographer who has stayed at the cabin taking pictures and given me permission to use her photo's.

Property manager

Deborra Harney-Gregor

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

Galiano

Located in Galiano, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pender Island Museum and Dreamscapes Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Saturna Recreation and Cultural Centre and Dinner Bay Japanese Garden. Winter Cove and East Point are also worth visiting.

Galiano Island, BC

What's nearby

Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk
Galiano Island Community Library - 4 min drive
Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park - 14 min drive
Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal - 89 min drive
Long Harbour Ferry Terminal - 99 min drive

Getting around

Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hummingbird Inn - ‬5 min drive
‪Oxeye - ‬8 min walk
‪Bennett Bay Bistro - ‬42 min drive
‪Montrose Local - ‬39 min drive
‪Sunny Mayne Bakery Cafe - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serendipity by the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serendipity by the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serendipity by the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serendipity by the sea located?

Situated in Galiano, this golf cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sturdies Bay Ferry Terminal, Galiano Island Community Library and Bellhouse Provincial Park. Bluffs Park and Matthews Point Regional Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

16 June 2024

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

Fantastic stay!

We had great communication with Deb both at check-in and during our stay, with getting us help we needed on the island one afternoon. Overall Deb and the cabin were amazing.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

23 Apr 2024

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

Perfect for two

Great spot close to bakery, restaurants,hiking and ferry but in a quiet area overlooking small bay with seals and otters. Beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

26 Aug 2023

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

Can’t wait to return!

Deborra was a great communicator and we absolutely loved our stay! The cabin was clean and well appointed with all the comforts of home. The location was amazing and we couldn’t get enough of the beautiful deck overlooking the water. We spent the most time there watching wildlife, eating meals and relaxing. We can’t wait to visit again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

18 Aug 2023

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

Happy Hearts

First visit to Galiano…. Will not be our last!! Serendipity was pure Heaven! The mornings with coffee on the deck and late afternoon along the water was simply perfect. Such a comfortable, beautifully decorated and well stocked cabin. The location is perfect. Loved listening to the wind chimes. Thank you Deb for sharing Serendipity with us. We’ll be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torsten H.

28 July 2023

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

Empfehlenswerte Unterkunft in schöner Lage.

Gut ausgestattetes Cottage in wunderschöner Lage. Haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt. Kanus und Parkplatz an der Unterkunft. Wegbeschreibung und Schlüsselübergabe durch die Eigentümerin problemlos.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory M., Victoria

7 July 2023

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

Beautiful

Beautiful spot. And you will sleep like a log.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Oliver Canada

24 Mar 2023

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

Cozy get away

Enjoyed the darkness at night. No light pollution. Calm whaler bay and the western deck was great to sit and read with the sunshine in the afternoon. Easy access to the whole island. Wood stove was burning all the time and great heat for this time of year. Kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils, spices and oils for cooking were plentiful. Great place to hang out for your island vacation. We’ll be back when we get back to Galiano.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

10 Oct 2022

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

Peaceful getaway

What a great place to come back to after exploring the island. The cottage was fully equipped and it was hard to leave.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty-Ann L.

4 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful spot

Serendipity is a lovely place that has everything you need, including a beautiful deck overlooking the water. Deb, the owner, is extremely nice and communication was nothing less than stellar.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan R.

16 July 2022

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

Good time

Serendipity is in a great location, 5 min walk to Cain beach and Babes delicious pizza’s. Kitchen is well stocked and deck gets lots of sun, we swam and used our floaties off the property most days, would love to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

13 June 2022

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

Weekend getaway

We had a very relaxing weekend away staying at Serendipity. It was a great base for exploring Galiano. Close to the shops and ferry but still very quiet and tucked away. We enjoyed spending time on the beautiful deck and down along the shore as well. We saw otters swimming by out front every night! The cottage is very cute and had everything we needed. It is very clean and Deb was a wonderful host.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 June 2022

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

Nice little cabin getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean, comfortable and cozy.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daleth Bach B.

19 May 2022

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

Highly recommend

This sweet little cabin is very close to the ferry, bakery, restaurant and shopping

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale W., Richmond

4 May 2022

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

You won't be disappointed!

A wonderful location, easy to find, enter, and was very clean. The deck overlooks the southern water inlet and is beautiful. We went in the cooler season and loved the wood stove. We biked to the local marina and rocky shores which are stunning. Thanks so much! Margaret and Dale

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon F.

8 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Serendipitous

Well supplied kitchen. Deck overlooking bay very inviting and relaxing. Sue was a great hostess.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie M.

25 Feb 2022

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

Peaceful and beautiful

Thank you for the beautifully peaceful place to rest, restore and explore from. A bit of magic that was perfect in every way. Thank you for sharing it with us all. Cheers lorrie and kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

3 Jan 2022

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

New Years Winter Wonderland

A wonderfully delightful cabin where every inch is though out. The experience feels custom and well designed. There is every creature comfort, every nook and cranny offers a cabin companion. Hand crafted and local designs make this space feel warm, comforting and perfected. We spent a cozy snowy New Years enjoying the view and fire. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

29 Dec 2021

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

Great cozy Galiano get away

This is a really nice and cozy cottage for two. So well situated on Galiano for accessing local amenities as well as exploring and having a comfortable and clean place to return to. I especially appreciated the well stocked kitchen and really comfortable bed. Can’t wait to spend some time there in the summer.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

6 Aug 2021

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

Quiet Bliss

We enjoyed our stay at this cottage within walking distance to the ferry. The kitchen was well equipped and we loved just sitting on the deck and enjoying the solitude. The owner takes pride in her place and she made sure we were well informed. I swam off the property using water shoes on the rocks, although there is a beach close by and we enjoyed the canoe. This is a great place to stay - it even has AC!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M., Victoria BC Canada

29 July 2021

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

Great place

This was a great location , everything we needed was there. It was comfy and beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorene M.

27 June 2021

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

Perfect for two!

We loved our stay at Serendipity. Easy to get to and close to stores for groceries. The cabin was very clean & well equipped and we enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the water. Exactly what we wanted! Thanks, Deborra!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

31 May 2021

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

Amazing location and amazing host!

This was our second stay at Serendipity and this time it was even better than the last. We saw SO many harbour seals on our morning paddle in the canoe, did many hikes and even saw a humpback. The little cabin has everything we needed and the location is unbelievably perfect. The host, Deborra made our stay extra special with a welcome card and a few little items to welcome us as she know we were celebrating my husband’s birthday. I highly recommend this property! Sheila Martens

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hilda N.

10 Nov 2020

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

A perfect time

Our host here will do all she can to make your stay just right. Location is lovely and convenient, amenities thoughtful, beds very comfortable, kitchen stocked. A perfect, much needed and all we needed stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

20 Oct 2020

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

Great cabin

Cabin had everything you’d need. Deborah was great throughout whole process. Amazing place on Galiano.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheila, Vancouver

17 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

The host and the property were both fabulous! Clean, cozy and right on the water We will be back :) A wonderful getaway!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Deborra Harney-Gregor

I am a professional who specializes in grief and loss. I live in Vancouver but get over to Galiano to unplug as many times possible though-out the month. I am easy going, and enjoy meeting people and am pleased to be able to share this cabin so others can enjoy a little piece of heaven on earth.
I believe, we all need a special place to unwind and reconnect to ourselves which is why I bought it many years ago.

Why they chose this property

Its located close to the main ferry terminal ( Sturdies Bay) and is walking distance to the amenities ...... Situated in Whalers Bay, the cabin has a beautiful energy to it..

What makes this property unique

Sparkling, emerald green water and a beautiful deck too enjoy the wildlife and view makes the place unique and calm.......I love the serene and peaceful setting, amongst the trees and wildlife. Serendipity is so close to Cain beach, and a hop skip and jump from the shops and ferry terminal. It's an easy commute if you are travelling on foot.