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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265.0 sq m
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Victoria, BC
- Royal Roads University5 min drive
- Olympic View Golf Club6 min drive
- Hatley Castle8 min drive
- Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Suite bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Suite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
About this property
A quiet, private suite overlooking a quaint lake
*** April 2025 update: we are doing extensive upgrades to our suite and property in April (now almost complete!), including new furniture, memory foam sofa bed, large screen TV with surround, electric fireplace heating, fridge/freezer, induction stove, chairs, coffee station, new BBQ etc.
23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island.
We have a suite available with a private living room, bedroom and private balcony with swing, gravity chairs, BBQ and your own private entrance, a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower. An additional guest can easily be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room. We provide additional bedding (pillows, duvets, blankets) as required.
The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted and ground coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included. (The new kitchen in May 2025 will include dishwasher, induction stove, fridge/frezer, and OTR microwave.)
The front yard has a secluded glade surrounded by Arbutus and pine trees. Guests are welcome to use the facilities and relax around the fire pit in the warmer months. Please note that Spring cleanup of the garden occurs in April and May.
The location is conveniently close to amenities, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches. Ask us about dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, and local sights to see.
We have two large dogs, a playful 6 year old Bernese mountain dog that loves everyone but gets momentarily very excited to meet new guests, and our new addition, a Berner pup that is still adjusting and is happily chewing up everything she can find. So apologies for the short term chaos in our garden as we rebuild it during Spring 2025!
We always bring them out to greet you upon first arrival so that they get to meet and know you.
If you are not comfortable being around dogs our location is probably not suitable. The suite downstairs has its own door closing it off from the rest of the house so no cats or dogs can stray in. We'd prefer that any guest dogs also not stray outside the suite or outside area.
No one under 24 please.
23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island.
We have a suite available with a private living room, bedroom and private balcony with swing, gravity chairs, BBQ and your own private entrance, a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower. An additional guest can easily be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room. We provide additional bedding (pillows, duvets, blankets) as required.
The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted and ground coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included. (The new kitchen in May 2025 will include dishwasher, induction stove, fridge/frezer, and OTR microwave.)
The front yard has a secluded glade surrounded by Arbutus and pine trees. Guests are welcome to use the facilities and relax around the fire pit in the warmer months. Please note that Spring cleanup of the garden occurs in April and May.
The location is conveniently close to amenities, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches. Ask us about dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, and local sights to see.
We have two large dogs, a playful 6 year old Bernese mountain dog that loves everyone but gets momentarily very excited to meet new guests, and our new addition, a Berner pup that is still adjusting and is happily chewing up everything she can find. So apologies for the short term chaos in our garden as we rebuild it during Spring 2025!
We always bring them out to greet you upon first arrival so that they get to meet and know you.
If you are not comfortable being around dogs our location is probably not suitable. The suite downstairs has its own door closing it off from the rest of the house so no cats or dogs can stray in. We'd prefer that any guest dogs also not stray outside the suite or outside area.
No one under 24 please.
Property manager
Doug Parsons
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number H528032343
About the area
Victoria
Located in Victoria, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Government Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Victoria, BC
What's nearby
- Royal Roads University - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Olympic View Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
- Hatley Castle - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
- Victoria Harbour - 21 min drive - 18.9 km
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive - 19.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Rhino Coffee House - 6 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- Bucky Taphouse - 5 min drive
- Langford Lanes - 7 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Devon W.
28 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
cheryl r.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great views
cheryl r.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin A.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Benjamin A.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristen S.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay with great views
Kristen S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
4/10 Poor
Theresia M.
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not So Quiet
Theresia M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charlie H.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing,cozy and wonderful bernese pups
Charlie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay for residency
Rebecca B.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg H.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay visiting friends
Greg H.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Rochelle S.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brief stay
Rochelle S.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
shirley b.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip down memory lane
shirley b.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
chaya
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
chaya
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shelly
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shelly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jen L.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful, very peaceful!
Jen L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Schoombee E.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
mr
Schoombee E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Loretta O.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent view!
Loretta O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
Charles B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dr. Klaus Peter R.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and kind
Dr. Klaus Peter R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vicki W.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem 💎
Vicki W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lyle
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lyle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara S.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a spot
Barbara S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
MICHELLE
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
MICHELLE
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pat W.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very dog friendly
Pat W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrea W.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location with wonderful hosts!
Andrea W.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Doug Parsons

Semi-Retired professionals enjoying island life with our pups. We love hosting and sharing the amazing views of our location with others.
Why they chose this property
Even though we spread to be in the suburbs, we back into a lake and look out over mountains and wildlife. We fell in love with the arbutus in the front garden and the lake in the back!
What makes this property unique
Our home has some very relaxing spaces to enjoy nature, overlooking the ocean, lake, and mountains. Yet only 20 minutes from the big city and 5 minutes from most beaches and box stores.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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