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Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 63500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cowichan Bay, BC
  • Popular LocationCowichan Bay Maritime Centre9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArbutus Ridge Golf Club9 min drive
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)63 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwartz Bay Ferry Terminal69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria

Architect-designed 3500 sq. ft. home on one acre of Vancouver Island waterfront. Ceramic radiant-heat floors. Clean, quiet, heat. Quality appliances in the very complete kitchen. New beautiful Samsung Virtual Flame Induction range with dual oven. New stainless fridge.

Eighteen-foot ceilings in living room. Artist's loft. Modern classic west-coast design. Three very spacious beautiful bedrooms - each with ocean views and comfy beds. Living room and master bedroom with fireplace. Luxurious bathrooms with walk-in shower and soak tub. Toilets in separate rooms from bathrooms. Relax in the hot tub at night with the stars above and the ocean in front of you. Enjoy our collection of original art, books and beautiful gardens. Sixty-five foot deck and walls of glass give views of eagles, orca whales and sailboats. New plasma flat screen, Free Netflix. Free high-speed wireless internet connection for your laptop and ipod dock for your music.

Art and Gardens:: ---Carolyn is a professional artist and you will enjoy her paintings in the studio loft and throughout the house. The gardens and grounds that surround the house will add to your outdoor pleasure and of course there is always the gentle lapping of waves on the beach.

We have several returning guests who enjoy 'Seagate' as their special vacation get-away and a great pleasure for us is making new friends through email and sometimes in person. Because of the care from past guests, we no longer ask for a damage deposit and we do not charge for cleaning. We regard our guests as 'family'. The entire house and grounds are yours to enjoy in privacy.

The Ocean: --We are located on a bay that is protected by Saltspring Island. Often there are canoe and sailboat races in the bay and during the summer we keep our own sailboat in front of the house. It is not unusual to see eagles, herons, and other birds. On several occasions, we have had orca whales in the bay and this spring, three humpback whales.

At night we often enjoy a glass of wine in the hot tub overlooking the ocean. We are in a very safe, private, quiet location with no through traffic and yet close to Victoria and local shops. At night you will most likely only hear the soft sound of waves or the call of a loon.

Vineyards: --We are located in the prime wine producing area of Vancouver Island with many vineyards just a short drive away and one of the best is just a lovely 15-minute walk from the house. If you enjoy wine, try a tasting tour of the wineries. Information will be in the house. The quaint fishing village of Cowichan Bay is only a 10-minute drive away with what our guests describe as some of the best bread and ice cream available-- and of course, seafood. Great to stroll on the docks to inspect the boats!

Property manager

Denis & Carolyn McDonald

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children must be supervised due to stairs.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Cowichan Bay

Located in Cowichan Bay, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mill Bay Centre and Duncan Farmers Market. Cowichan Aquatic Centre and The Raptors are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Cherry Point Estate Wines - 3 min drive
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 9 min drive
  • Arbutus Ridge Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Maple Bay Marina - 28 min drive
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 69 min drive

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Small Block Brewery - 14 min drive
  • Cobblestone Inn - 9 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
  • Drumroaster Coffee - 9 min drive
  • Bridgemans Bistro - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront-One Acre-Spectacular Views, Free Internet - Hot tub-Close to Victoria located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cherry Point Estate Wines and within 6 mi (10 km) of Arthur Vickers Gallery and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Manley Creek Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A lovely house full of interesting art. Spectacular view and wonderful hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house , Cowichan, Vancouver Island
The house is spectacular with million dollar views. The massive terraced garden is superb. There are multiple decks and sitting areas to follow the sun around the home all day ! It is very comfortable with three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms. The beds were most comfortable. The house was very well appointed with anything you could wish for during your visit. It was extremely clean. The owners are delightful and very helpful. I have no reservations in recommending this property.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H., West Yorkshire UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
Wonderful wonderful house and location with spectacular view
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful vistas, home and garden
A little piece of paradise ion the Cowichan Coast. Lovely hosts of a gem of a home and that fab view! We wished we had stayed longer. There’s lots to do from hiking and kayaking to exploring all the towns. Fun for all ages. If you happen to have a crab pot and a kayak- there was lots of crabbing just off the shore of the property. One of our best vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia “Dickie” T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Try to do better, you can’t!
Superb!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seagate
Beautiful house, well appointed for a family stay. The views are superb and overall a very relaxing place to stay. Lovely area to explore both locally and farther afield.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim J., CO

Exceeded all expectations!
As described. Great location. Outstanding view. Great experience. Kitchen fully equipped, beds very comfortable and all other aminities as described. Would like to return and will recommend to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette P.

There was only one problem with our stay... it was far too short!
First of all, I felt it was a privilege to be in such a marvelous home. Thank you to Denis and Carolyn for sharing this spectacular place for the time you're off globetrotting! :-) We live in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, with spectacular views from our own back yard. However, Cowichan Bay and environs left us in awe as we looked out the windows or sat on the deck. Actually, there are many areas at Seagate from which to enjoy the views -- the McDonald's must have amazing gatherings of family and friends there. Several dozen seating places are spread throughout the gorgeous property. Plus, the stairs going down to the shore was a special highlight, one of many! The house itself has all the amenities one could ask for, but the really special part for me was the art... all the pieces collected by the hosts, but primarily the beautiful paintings done by Carolyn herself. I really can't say enough about how we loved the overall decor and furnishings for the entire week we stayed at Seagate Villa. Because we spent pretty much every day traveling hither and yon (south to Victoria, north to Nanaimo) to the usual tourist attractions, we wound up spending only one day simply lounging around and relaxing. Had we known, we would definitely have booked Seagate for two weeks! Thank you again, Denis and Carolyn, for opening up your most lovely home like this. We really, really enjoyed it! :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Y.

Paradise found on Vancouver Island
We enjoyed the fabulous ocean views and heavenly setting. Our daughter loved the hammock. My husband loved the beach and the birds, we all loved the immaculate garden and Al fresco dining. Convenient for several vineyards (Cherry Point, Unsworth, Zanatta) where one can wine and dine very well indeed. Also farm shops notably Kilrenny are great. We would go back there at the first opportunity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Beautiful house! Wonderful view! 65 chairs!
It was fabulous !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017