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Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Beach
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea

The Flying Dreams Guest House offers peace and tranquility in a thoroughly magical setting.

The simple elegance of the exterior gives few hints of the interior’s grand vaulted ceilings, soaring Gothic windows, and spectacular view overlooking the Trincomali Channel. The well-appointed, eclectic interior offers 1800 square feet of luxurious living space including entertainment center, library, and dining area. Hardwood floors and Persian carpets add a classical touch. An additional 450 square feet of sleeping loft overlooks the dramatic space and offers sweeping views that extend all the way across the Gulf Islands.

The kitchen is compact yet spacious, equipped with a small fridge, and a two-burner stove built into an elegantly crafted island. Coffee maker, tea kettle and tea pot, toaster oven, and full sets of dishes, cutlery, glassware, kitchen utensils, and pots and pans, round off this delightful easy-to-use kitchen. Teas, locally roasted coffee, sugar, honey, and salt & pepper are provided.

A three-piece bathroom with shower offers bath products supplied by Salt Spring Soap Works. And outside, on the stoned back deck with an eagle’s-eye-view, a café table provides a lovely private setting for morning coffee or an at home meal.

And all just minutes from the beach.

A unique getaway for nature lovers, adventurers, romantics, and artistic spirits seeking inspiration.

Property manager

Victoria Mihalyi

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: quiet pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Salt Spring Island, BC

What's nearby

  • Vesuvius Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive
  • Saint Mary Lake - 12 min drive
  • Saltspring Marina - 16 min drive
  • Ganges Marina - 16 min drive
  • Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crofton Foods - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Switchboard Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Oystercatcher Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tree-House Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Moby's Pub - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Blue Horse Folk Art Gallery and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Wallace Island Marine Provincial Park. Vesuvius Ferry Terminal and Salt Spring Island Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

A Peaceful Retreat in a Magical Spot Overlooking the sea Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place of peace and quiet
Stay was incumbered by a kitchen that was challenging to cook in and a bathroom 20 steps down from the bedroom. I enjoyed the library but the giant room with bare floors was not inviting. There was no laundry and the refrigerator was tiny and froze the veggies.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tallis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This property is beautiful. A perfect place to “get away from it all”. Also very unique with high beamed ceiling, lots of room and a surrounding forest.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A uniquely special place
Words cannot describe the beauty and loveliness of the space. Photos do not convey the scale. The sunrise is spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roshane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet stay
A very spacious home, clean, beautifully decorated. A cool space really. We loved it as did our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
unique
ok
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hilltop magic
This is by far one of the most interesting and spacious places we’ve stayed at. The views and the spacious room really made us relax and slow down. We’ll definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B., Maple Ridge East

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay!
What a truly unique spot! Had everything we needed to make our stay a great one; we'd love to make it back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view
What a unique property. Aerial studio/performance space a la VRBO. The acoustics and view are spectacular. Bring your guitar,etc. and your favorite CDs. Clean, unique, quiet. The artistic design w/ attention to detail made this the perfect get away for our 20th anniversary weekend. Cheers!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C., Port Moody, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular cathedral windows overlooking the ocean
A lovely 5 day quiet retreat high in Saltspring island’s northern tip. Daily walks in beautiful Duck Creek park with our golden doodle. A must for dog lovers. 20 minutes to Ganges for the Sunday and Tuesday markets and shopping. Would go again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot to elope ❤️
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this suite, not only as a place to stay while exploring the island, but also as a backdrop to our intimate elopement ceremony. The building itself is really beautiful/picturesque, and is packed full of little gems to discover. There is a great sound system and a large collection of CDs there that we had fun browsing through & playing. The little library in the corner is packed full of interesting reading material and art books. Max was very welcoming and gave us some history about the building and some great restaurant recommendations when we first arrived, but otherwise kept to himself for the remainder of our stay. We hope to return again sometime soon to soak up some more of the magic that this beautiful spot has to offer! Thank you again for hosting us for our big day, truly an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

WOJCIECH C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday coming fom Vancouver
This was our third stay here and it was as good as the previous two. Beatiful, huge and clean space with all the amenities and a very accommodating host. No better place to stay on Salt Spring island for a couple and a dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally O., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique, awe inspiring, imaginative and serene spot.
We had a perfect week relaxing in this truly magical spot. The property’s location, unique, spacious and beautifully crafted design, comfortable furnishings, carefully chosen decorative details and placement of musical instruments are welcoming and awe inspiring. This is a quiet yet expansive space with a serene water view, an excellent sound system, CD collection, library, perfect wood floor and full length floor to ceiling expansive mirror ideal for partner dance rehearsal. The small kitchen is well stocked and well equipped with cutlery and cooking utensils—there is no oven. The stove top range, toaster oven, coffee maker, kettle and cookery are more than adequate for preparing simple meals—not suitable for complex cuisine. The bathroom has a standing shower no tub and is sparkling clean with ample supply of quality towels and toiletries. Our dog was very happy with the daily visits to the off leash Duck Creek Park nearby. The area has plentiful trails and beautiful beaches accessible by car. We had excellent communication with our generous, kind and mindful host, Max. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
An absolute gem!
The description (and all the previous reviews) was everything this property said it would be ... and some! The photos, although stunning, really do not do it justice. You have to experience it to truly appreciate it, especially the peaceful, magical and mystical feel that it has. So much heart and love went into it's unique design and, despite it's vastness, it has a wonderful, welcoming feel to it. My dog especially loved all the wide open floor space, but his favourite pastime was sitting and looking out of the HUGE window to the forest. It is by far one of the quirkiest and best vacation properties that I have ever stayed in. Thank you Max for hosting and sharing your heartfelt memories and the history behind Flying Dreams, you too are an absolute gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly A., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
We had a great time at Max’s place. It’s an incredibly unique space, and we had a great time sitting on the patio and listening to music on the amazing sound system. Couldn’t have asked for anything better!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in a spacious and unique property
Well looked after, clean and welcoming space - would definitely recommend. We liked the open, airy feeling, with a big window to look out at the forest and the ocean below. Have a coffee on the deck, or just sit inside in one of the comfy seating areas. The building itself has history and character - with high vaulted wood beams and plenty of light. The upstairs loft is decorated warmly and feels more cozy - a great place to curl up on a couch to read, the bed is comfy, and all furniture in great shape. Everything in the kitchen was very clean and ready to use. Galley-style kitchen with small fridge, hotplate and counter top oven are all in great shape. None of the windows look out on neighbouring properties so we had lots of privacy. Most of all, the property host was friendly, helpful, and once we were all setup we were left on our own. Unfortunately we had to cut our trip short by a day, but would certainly go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rinat T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene vacation
Max's place is beautiful and spiritual. We are looking forward to returning. The accommodation space is unique both in its design and location. So grateful to Max for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place, awesome island
Great place, stunning views & a very special island! Highly recommended if you want to rest, rejuvenate & reconnect with nature! Max was an excellent host & went above & beyond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nestled Getaway
The Flying Dreams property is one of a kind. With its high location, you have a lovely view of the ocean and adjoining islands. The towering floor to ceiling windows provide amazing sunrise light. Even though there is no stove, we were able to easily prepare meals using the bbq and two-burner cooktop. Access to the village and hiking trails is quick and convenient. Max is a very gracious host who makes you feel very welcome. We have visited twice now and will certainly be returning again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salt Spring Island Gem
Quiet, peaceful, unique location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Cabin
Nice secluded retreat - lots of great local dog walking spots!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly enjoyed for the second time!
Love this property for its location, space and peacefulness. So glad we came back and would come again. Max is a fabulous host - provides you with all the info you need then leaves you be to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
So lovely, we can’t wait to return!
My husband and I absolutely loved our four days at Flying Dreams. This unique and gorgeous property was so relaxing and peaceful. The location was quiet but close enough to everything that we needed and the view was stunning. Max is a lovely host, he is very helpful and accommodating. The property is even better than the fabulous pictures and we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

T G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful space
The space is beautiful and the view is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wooded Haven….
Flying Dreams is a quiet haven on Salt Spring. The kitchen is extremely well appointed, the bbq works great, and the bed is comfortable. The photos don’t do it justice. It’s obvious in every detail down to the landscaping how much care, thought, and talent went into constructing this fantastic space… I’d definitely stay here again. Thank you Max!
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2022