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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly

Located in the marina district of a quiet executive neighbourhood, this waterfront 1,600sq ft, 2 bedroom tidal oceanfront suite overlooks a national migratory bird estuary and is a great base for seeing all of the attractions of the peninsula and Victoria.
As you enter through your private entrance, there is a spacious living area with 42” cable and wifi TV. The garden queen bedroom is on the left. From there you pass the ocean view queen bedroom onto the open design kitchen, dining area, bathroom and second TV area that overlooks a private 600’ covered patio with views into the 1/2 acre woodlands and onto views of the waterfront. We provide linens, towels, soaps, shampoos and some teas and coffee.

There is an option for an 3rd bedroom off the suite included with 5th or 6th guest (additional charge of $75 per night 4 guests or under). This unit also has a second bathroom and sitting living room with views.

Shops and restaurants in Sidney is less than a 5 minute car ride or walk thru the National Park, nature parks and flat trails to town. Major attractions are close including Butchard Gardens. Sidney is known for great events and shows including Thursday night street summer markets, Weekend concerts on the beach, glass beach and the many independent shops. Minutes from the BC ferry, USA ferry and Victoria airport.

Please talk to us about bringing your pet as we welcome the whole gang!

Scott, Meredith and the boys welcome you to come and relax and enjoy the island from the Tsehum harbour.

Property manager

Scotty Henderson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Similar properties

Exterior

Newly Built Detached Home with Gate access offering Luxury and Privacy.

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Newly Built Detached Home with Gate access offering Luxury and Privacy.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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: please advise of pet to be approved.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Tidal Waters Sanctuary
Brand New Oceanside Private Suite

About the area

Map
North Saanich, BC

What's nearby

  • Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary - 4 min drive
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive
  • Mary Winspear Centre - 5 min drive
  • Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea - 8 min drive
  • Port Sidney Marina - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lands End Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Travelodge by Wyndham Victoria Airport Sidney - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly 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 Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Resthaven Park and Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Spacious, private waterfront suite in bird sanctuary acreage, pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Awesome place to stay.
Delightful place to stay and worked out real well with the dogs. The deck was a very nice extended living space.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Beautiful and spacious
This is a sunny, unit with big open spaces. It was so peaceful, to just sit and look at the water and the birds. We had raccoons entertaining us one morning. Linen, mattresses and furniture were all lovely! I private space that I would recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo P.

Leo
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine S.

A hidden gem
We had a rough start with a few issues but they were prompt on fixing things up, we grew to love this place and its space , Nature at your door step with beautiful evening skies , it was amazing . There are quite a few steps to deal with deal with and , other than that we loved it 😊not
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marine C.

Perfect experience
We spent 10 days in Meredith and Scott's suite with three friends, working and adventuring. The location was perfect—close to the airport and ferry terminal, and with easy access to the highway for trips into downtown Victoria. The suite itself was spacious enough for everyone to have their own privacy, filled with natural light, and featured a large deck with a peaceful, scenic view. Communication with Meredith and Scott was excellent—they ensured we had everything we needed and made sure we felt comfortable throughout our stay. While we had seen reviews mentioning noise from the children upstairs, we found it wasn’t an issue; quiet hours were strictly observed, and the silence during that time was greatly appreciated. Overall, a perfect experience! We would happily come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Great place
Very Beautful place. Nice place to relax. The owners are awesome people and are very welcoming. We recommend this place.
Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Quick weekend getaway
Beautiful location close to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bev G.

4.5 rating
Overall a very lovely property in a beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Great Getaway
Had a great holiday - quiet but close to everything. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

angela

This was the perfect property for us to stay in given our needs. The host is friendly and quick to respond to any questions. Some may not realize that B.C. recently changed regulations that the owner needs to be on the property so this set up was great as the main floor we used was large and provided great privacy as they were on the upper floor with seperate entrance. It was super close to everything that we wanted to explore throughout our five days and it allowed us to buy groceries and cook everything we needed to save some cash. The beds were super comfortable. I usually have hip pain when I sleep and I didn't the entire stay. It was fun to sit out on the deck and watch the sunsets and various birds that would come into the area. This would be hands down our first choice of property to stay at when we visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christine P.

Lovely covered porch
The covered porch was lovely. And the home was in a beautiful neighborhood. However the living room had no windows and wasn’t very appealing to sit in.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

We really appreciated being able to bring our dog with us. We have family on Vancouver Island and are familiar with the location of the property, its proximity to Victoria, the ferry terminal and airport so we weren’t bothered by the sounds of traffic (vehicles, ferries, planes and helicopters). In retrospect, I would have paid better attention to the additional costs of this property (amounted to an additional night stay/non-refundable) but over all felt it was good value. I really recommend checking out Pacifica PaddleSports at Canoe Cove Marina near Swartz Bay. Helpful staff and a great location to see lots of local wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great location
Very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the large deck and the fact that it was close to Sidney town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Ellie R.

Great location
Not suitable for people with any kind of disability particularly in bathrooms - low toilets, no walk-in shower, no grab bars in bathtubs. Beds not very comfortable, no place to put things in bedroom - one small side table, no dresser - only rack to hang clothes on. Large rug in kitchen very slippery even for those with no mobility issues. Beds not very comfortable except for king bedded room. Beautiful neighborhood, easy area for walking dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

A beautiful location and great hosts. Would definitely come again.
One full week for the four of us. Lots of room to spread out. Great area for walks.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianna C.

Girls vacation.
Our place was very clean. Beds were very comfortable. The area was beautiful. Sat outside in the evenings with a nice glass of wine and coffee in the morning enjoying the birds and fresh air. Peaceful and quiet neighborhood. I would easily recommend this to anyone who wants to go to Victoria but doesn’t want to stay in the city. The Butchart Gardens were amazing. Butterfly museum was worth seeing, walking around Sidney and Victoria was beautiful. Thank you so much for making our yearly girls trip so amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theo M.

Tsehum review
Great location, comfortable lodging and helpful landlord!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rayne Alexandra J.

Our Stay In Sidney
Fantastic in every way
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sepideh G.

Vacation home
Overall everything was great and we enjoyed our stay. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jean P.

Liked: Communication
Could do better.
There was only four towels. There was only 3 dishwasher soaps. Very noisy upstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

mary c., Toronto canada

Location location
Great location as a base to explore Vancouver island . The balcony is fantastic for bird watching . We saw hummingbirds!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah N.

Close to airport!
Easy access from the airport. Beautiful windows, comfy beds and well-equipped! We had a lovely stay in the area. Thank-you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica N., North Vancouver

Peaceful getaway
It was a lovely place in a convenient and nice location. We enjoyed sitting on the spacious private deck listening to the many birds. The beds were comfortable and inviting. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Bird lover’s haven
We thoroughly enjoyed sipping our morning tea while watching the variety of birds and changing shoreline . This was a peaceful retreat to spend the holidays close to family. The hosts were very friendly and the location near Sidney and the ferry was ideal. The space itself was clean and beautiful. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia L.

Beautiful home.
The apartment was beautiful and well stocked with kitchen basics and a few extras. We really enjoyed our stay and will try to book a stay there again in the summer. Great bird watching and a lovely neighbourhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023