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Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!

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Living area
Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Old Mill Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kinsol Trestle
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Duncan, BC (DUQ)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene character suite. Welcome to the Village Garden, in the heart of the Shawnigan Village. Minutes walk to a bakery, coffee shop, sushi, pizza and more. Lake access within walking distance. The suite features beautiful garden access, outdoor dining/BBQ area, full kitchen and shared laundry. The living room has “the world’s most comfortable sofa bed” for extra family members and features a heat pump so you can adjust the temperature to your comfort. Weekly and Monthly discounts available during fall and winter months. Inquire for details!

Follow the path through the beautiful garden that will lead you to the suite. Open the french doors and step into the living room featuring an electric fire place, tv, comfy lounge furniture. Through the living room you will find the full kitchen, dining area and dedicated workspace. The queen bedroom has ample closet space and french doors to keep the bedroom private from the rest of the suite. There is access to the shared washer and dryer for use as well as an ironing board.

Step outside your door to enjoy the gardens, use the bbq, and relax on the patio furniture. You can even help yourself to veggies from the garden during the late summer months.

2 minute drive to St. Johns Academy and Shawnigan Lake School. 9 minutes drive to Brentwood College School.

We have a second suite available in the upper level of the house. The suites combined will sleep a total of 6 people. Perfect if you are traveling as couples or with the extended family for some added privacy! Please reach out for details about the Village Loft and for availability.

Property manager

Gay
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number PM505040173

About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake is home to this apartment. Cowichan Native Village and World's Largest Hockey Stick are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merridale Estate Cidery and Damali Lavender & Winery. 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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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • Old Mill Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Merridale Estate Cidery - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Kinsol Trestle - 29 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 63 min drive - 63.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Westcoast Fish n Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! located?

Situated in Shawnigan Lake, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Shawnigan Lake Museum, Old Mill Park and Old Baldy Mountain Park. Merridale Estate Cidery and Memory Island Provincial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Garden suite
The access was slightly challenging due to the pouring rain, but what a lovely surprise when we got inside the suite. It is bright and has been beautifully renovated with amazing artwork. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked and the bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a writing retreat
Everything I needed on a rainy weekend to stay in and work on a writing project. Very comfortable space and a kitchen with all supplies. Great coffee store and bakery right next door too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melady P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Spacious and comfortable. Beautiful fenced yard with garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Suite
Lovely suite, with beautiful garden. Location is very convenient - restaurants and coffee shop in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
This is a very sweet place with plenty of room. Bed was very comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. Fireplace, heat pump and separate heater kept the place warm. The snow was beautiful! The hosts were friendly, helpful and super attentive to whatever we needed. Lovely place for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What you see is what you get
The host and property are amazing. We will definitely be back and will be looking to rebook at this same property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The wise place is a great place to stay great walking/running trails near by Shawnigan Lake grocery and great restaurants are all in walking distance. Inside the home was well layout and stocked with the basics. Our daughter was able to join us for a couple days and slept on the pull out couch and was amazed at how comfortable it was (the best she has had) master bed was very comfortable. Our dog loved the outdoor space completely fenced so she was able to run around freely. We will definitely stay at the Wise place again Thank you Gay and Megan for being great hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our annual September get away
Close to everything, comfortable everything we needed to have a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

vaillancourt77

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place in a cozy village
Great location in a great little village. The bakery and coffee shop next door were amazing! Gay was fantastic and very welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Garden Suite in the centre of it all in Shawnigan
We stayed for a weekend discovering Shawnigan lake. The location was right at the forks of lots of dining options which we enjoyed. The suite had a lovely garden to relax and enjoy and a comfortable living room with its view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A bit of luxury
While we only stayed one night, it was lovely. After a tiring day of a kayak course, to relax, walk to a good Thai restaurant was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Getaway
My family and I enjoyed our stay. The property is very cozy. Everything we needed was easily available. Location is in the heart of Shawnigan Lake making it a quick walk to anywhere you may need to go. The garden is stunning! Communication with the property owner(s) was great. My only complaint would be the location of the skylight above the sofa bed. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Is stay again
Nice nice n excellent coffee next door
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

G B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Not my best stay
The pics are quite deceiving. This is a basement suite in an old building. The ceilings are all 6.5 ft, except in the small vaulted add-on room that is featured in the pics. The beam through the shower (in the pics) is at about 5'8", so I had to duck. They tried to dress it up. It is very well appointed, given the space, but as it is an old building, with creaky floors, so you hear the people above way too loudly. When we arrived the key was not in the lock box, but by pure fluke the owner was there to let us in. It would have been a big hassle otherwise. The TV password was wrong on the instructions, and we didn't get the correct one until late on the last night of our stay. We messaged the owner on night 1, but she says she didn't receive it. Also, the VRBO map makes the location look way better than it is. It is not by the park, facing the water, but instead on the other side of the center of town. It's only a quarter mile difference, but it's a big quarter mile!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot right in Shawnigan Lake
A beautiful spot right next to the bakery and coffee in Shawnigan. A few issues with ants around the suite but altogether very clean and tidy with everything you need for a nice, comfortable getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Stay
The suite was clean, well stocked and roomy. Great location! Had some trouble with ants though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatlocation
Lovely sitting area close to amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful secret garden
I absolutely loved the peaceful, beautiful yard during our stay. It's your own little secret garden
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stellar
Beautiful little cottage in the heart of Shawnigan. The garden was incredible. Wonderful walking trail around the lake. This was a perfect getaway. We will definitely book this gem again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gay

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We love being able to provide and safe and welcoming place for all of our guests!

Why they chose this property

We are right in the heart of the Shawnigan Village. You can come here and not leave the village for your entire stay. There is dining, activites and more all within the village.

What makes this property unique

It is eclectic and full of character. You can bring your furry friend and use the whole yard!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests