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Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres

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Cozy living room, wood burning stove and french doors leading to covered balcony
Full kitchen with stainless steal appliances including dishwasher
lovely sitting room with leather furniture,wood stove, off the balcony
Two separate sitting area in the house
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 477.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mill Bay, BC
  • Merridale Estate Cidery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Brentwood College School
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mill Bay Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres

The modern Carriage House sleeps four comfortably. There is a queen Bed in the master and two singles in the second bedroom. A full stainless steal kitchen is ready for Gourmet meals with fresh BC fruit and vegetables bought from the farmers markets or sea food bought directly from the fisherman's boat. A wood burning stove in the living space is wonderful to cozy up to in the evenings and enjoy a glass of wine or a good book. A covered balcony over looking the beautiful property is the perfect place for your morning coffee and evening cocktail . Sitting on the deck down at the pond you may see an abundance of wildlife. Deer, fish, blue heron, bald eagles, mink, and numerous feather friends have been spotted many times. Certain times of the year the pond is nice to swim in . If you are up for a challenging hike, the property backs onto a lush undisturbed forested area with a beautiful creek. You may be able to make the short hike up the stream to the small water fall, but you are going to get wet.

Property manager

Tara & Jamie

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside of the unit only

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mill Bay

Located in Mill Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Cowichan Native Village and World's Largest Hockey Stick are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Memory Island Provincial Park and Bamberton Provincial Park. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mill Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Merridale Estate Cidery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Brentwood College School - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mill Bay Centre - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Mill Bay Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 59 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Westcoast Fish n Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Merridale Estate Cidery, Mill Bay Centre and Brentwood College School. Shawnigan Lake Museum and Old Mill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

We will be back!

Absolutely loved our stay at Cedar Hollows. Felt right at home from the moment we arrived. We were travelling with our toddler (3) and baby (8months), and it was perfect for us! Tara was ways quick to respond and a fantastic host. The property is beautiful and our toddler loved watching the goats and having a wander around the pond every day. Kitchen was incredibly well equipped with everything we needed and super cozy beds. 100% recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George K.

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

Early August Stay

We had a lovely visit. Good value here - will be back if it remains that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful place, peaceful & serene Tara (owner) is just Lovely I will definitely be back 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre Q., Ottawa, Canada

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

Cozy and clean

This location was central to all the sites we were interested in. Lots of deer nosing about. Property was clean and nicely appointed. Owners were very approachable and always helpful. The layout was spacious. Plus, BC folks are very friendly!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Warm & Cozy

One of our favorite places to stay! We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

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

great place to stay

Very private and well stocked with everything you need, great location, wonderful hosts. The property is quite large and very well maintained, the hosts accommodated EV charging at no extra costs. The property is in a farm setting yet the air is very clean with no bugs at all or extra noises. Thank you for the hospitality, will come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R., OKOTOKS

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

family visit

Cedar Hollow was lovely. Cabin like with charming decorations and bedding. Close to family, shopping, vineyards and nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Beautiful accommodation in a stunning setting and location

We absolutely loved the apartment-beautifully decorated and warm and comfortable. The setting is beautiful-complete with a lovely pond. We woke up one morning to deer just outside the window! Tara is wonderful! We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Cute & Cozy

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property! Tara & Jamie were great hosts and we would definitely stay with them again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis B., St Thomas Ontario Canada

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

A true oasis. Great property and great hosts.

Inside, the flat is modern, very comfortable and well appointed. Outside is a serene environment, perfect for strolls by the pond or to visit with the goats. The balcony, overlooking the garden and forest, is a perfect place to relax.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dianne U., LYNNWOOD WA USA

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

Excellent Place!

This place was excellent! The lodging was comfortable and felt like home away from home. The location is great as it’s out of the city but close enough to most locations on mid and South Island. The owners were great and the property is lovely. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

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

Fabulous

Easy to find - quiet rural property. rope swing, tree fort, and goats&horse the highlights for our 12&9yo. New & spacious & comfortable accommodations.

10/10 Excellent

Regine L.

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

The perfect starting point for daily tours in Cowichan area

Everything perfect: Friendly and helpful hosts, living on the same ground, many cute animals horse, sheep, goats and even wild- living deer with fawns strolling cross the lawn! Very nice and clean little house, perfect for two to four. Kitchen fully equipped, modern and complete! Nice comfortable beds and in the evening qiuet surrounding.

10/10 Excellent

Roger N.

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

Superb

The carriage house was clean and spacious with all the amenities you could want. Lovely peaceful location with friendly hosts and life. Did want to leave. Rog and Sue. England
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

john d.

Cozy, nice setting

Quiet, close to shopping and eminities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

david d.

cozy and clean

we enjoyed our stay at the carriage house. my brother looked forward in stoking up the wood stove for that nice warmth on a winters day.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V., Smithers

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the carriage house!

Very comfortable accommodations and beautiful property! My daughters 7 and 8 had so much fun on the trampoline, the rope swing and petting the animals. Thanks Tara and Jamie for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

A perfect place for a relaxing vacation.

We found Cedar Hollow to be very charming and comfortable with everything we needed. The property was lovely and made for a very relaxed holiday. It was easy to find our way around and would love to visit again. We also want to thank Jamie for his recommendation on whale watching. We went to Ocean Ecoventure In Cowichan Bay and had a wonderful experience with a captain that was very knowledgeable who made it fun and educational.

10/10 Excellent

Chris C., Edmonton, Alberta

Great spot, perfect for our family of 4!

Cedar Hollow was such a fantastic spot for our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teenagers) while we were in the Victoria/Cowichan area. The house was exactly as described and it was great to have a full kitchen, good sized bedrooms and a nice sitting area. We went all over the place in our 5 days in the area and everything was really easy to get to because of the location of the house - Victoria, Sooke, Langford, Cowichan, Salt Spring, etc...nothing was too far away. If we are ever back on the island and in the area, Cedar Hollow will definitely be our go to spot to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Desiree K., Vancouver, WA

Perfect escape from the city.

My family and I stayed in the Carriage house while attending a weeks worth of family wedding events in Saanich and Victoria. Although we were about 30-40 minutes away from our events, it was well worth the drive. The cottage was a perfect getaway from the busyness of Victoria and gave us something to look forward to at the end of our busy, wedding event filled days. The views were outstanding including thick woods, flowers, deer, horses and goats. The owners of the home did not engage with us unless we sought them out which made the rental feel even more private. The house was cool despite the hot summer climate and the deck was, by far, my favorite place to be; in the morning with my coffee and in the evening with my glass of wine. We will certainly consider this location again when we return to Canada.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jesse T.

Cosy carriage house on a lovely property

Our family really enjoyed staying at the carriage house. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen fully functioned for breakfast and dinners. It was nice to be able to wash our laundry before we left. Beautiful property. We saw deer in the yard every day we were there. And would enjoy a nightly coffee on the balcony. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Only downfall for us was the TV has very little channels. Which wasn't bad for us, but for our young daughter when we were cooking supper it would have been nice. Overall a nice property and Tara and Jaimie were great to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Fantastic!

My family of 4 (2 kids 11 & 9 yrs old) & I had a wonderful stay. The carriage house was comfortable, well equipped & impeccably clean. Tara & Jamie were friendly and helpful. They made us feel welcome. My boys enjoyed checking out the goats & horses & the freedom to check out this beautiful rural property. We enjoyed visiting a few of the local wineries & lakes. We would highly recommend staying at this property & to anyone who asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

shane s.

The property is clean and new. It had everything we needed.

We ended up staying an additional night because it was so nice there, and there is so much to do in the area. We could have stayed two weeks and still not experienced all that is available. Hopefully we can stay again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louis B., St Thomas Ontario Canada

Perfect location; perfect hosts

This is such a beautiful property and our hosts, Tara and Jamie, couldn't have been more welcoming. The carriage house had everything we could ask for and the surrounding property was perfect for a relaxing stay. We even had a very friendly encounter with the goats and horses. We will definitely return to the island and we would time our visit based on the availability of Cedar Hollow.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Tara & Jamie

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We relocated from Saskatchewan to the island just this past summer. We moved for our love of the great outdoors, oceans, forests, wildlife, and yes of course the mild winter climate, which was the last nudge that we needed. We purchased this property with the idea of sharing this beautiful Home and Island experience with others from all over the world. We sincerely hope that you love it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

We are centrally located between Mill Bay and Shawnigan Lake only 3.1 km in either direction . If you look at the picture that was provided from the air you will notice the lush and pleantyiful forest all around us and the ocean on one side and the lake on the other all within 5 mins from the house.

Languages:

English