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Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage

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Marina
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Wake up to the ocean's soothing sights and sounds at Cowichan Bay Oceanfront, a tranquil retreat. Enjoy meals on the deck overlooking the Pacific or stroll through Cowichan Bay with its famous restaurants, pubs, ice cream store and local shops. With security cameras for added peace of mind, you can unwind in this serene setting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage

Waking up to the beautiful sights & sounds of the ocean, the birds chirping, the seal lions barking will instantly put you in vacation mode.
A fully stocked kitchen will allow you to create meals to be enjoyed on the beautiful deck on stilts over the Pacific Ocean. Don’t want to cook? That’s okay too! The community of Cowichan bay with its famous restaurants, pub, ice cream store & an abundance of local shops are all within walking distance. The property has 3 security cameras, one mounted on the front of the house facing the dock, one mounted on the guesthouse facing the front door of the cottage and the final one mounted on a piling looking back at the house to watch the tidal changes. This last camera can be disabled during your stay. These cameras are for secure purposes only and do not impede the privacy of your stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Events

No events allowed

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
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
Property Registration Number H938288803

About the area

Map
Cowichan Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Maple Bay Marina - 25 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪White Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Original Joe's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage?

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage on Sept 7, 2025 start from CA $250.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage located?

Situated in Cowichan Bay, this cottage is steps from Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre and Arthur Vickers Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

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Welcome to the Ocean Front Cowibbean Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Benchmark Birthday Celebration

Our small group of three celebrated a 75th birthday at this remarkable property. We made memories in a memorable spot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gigi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property in the best location

Loved having this great property as our base whilst visiting family in the area. Just great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bay of plenty

Great property. Had everything we needed. Location was amazing. Perfect vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowichan Bay

Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellow cottage

We enjoyed our stay. Highlight was being able to kayak from the dock. Walking to local restaurants, the bakery. Waking up to spectacular views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowichan Bay Gem

I loved this place and will definitely come back again. Location was perfect and I enjoyed everything about my stay from start to finish. I highly recommend this VRBO to anyone wanting to stay in the Cowichan area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation time

Had a great time. Went to kinsole trestle and the Hand of Man. Both extremely interesting. Accommodation was very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie H., Toorak

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

Fabulous cottage well presented amazing view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowichan Bay Paradise

Beautiful ocean front property with large deck and dock (you could dock a fairly large boat) overlooking Cowichan Bay. Everything you would need for preparing most meals, including a BBQ. We had beautiful weather but it would be very comfortable and cosy in the rain. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stilt house

Great location. Lots of wild life. All amenities with in an easy walk. Host was very accommodating and quick to answer any questions/ issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
we loved the property. will come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

lovely cottage in a great location

The property nicely renovated, and well equipped. It is in a wonderful location with a view of the bay. The only issue for us was the shared deck ( with the adjacent guesthouse)that is not disclosed in the description of the property.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and quiet

Absolutely delighted with this little gem. Terrific views, and great area. Spent a lot of our time on the deck and dock. Beds are good, but if you like a firm bed, these are soft ones.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & serene

The location is excellent: the fresh breezes off the bay kept us cool even during a very hot few days; the activity on and in the water was endlessly fascinating; and the drives to various attractions in the neighbourhood were pleasant. The house has great views with several seating areas to take advantage of them. Inside, the house is very comfortable and includes all the necessities to make our stay most enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible view

This property is absolutely beautiful! The layout is excellent with two good size bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, indoor AND outdoor dining spaces as well as a cozy living room. A large deck with attached dock provide fantastic outdoor lounging space. Views are amazing from almost every room. Location is prime! Delicious bakery and local restaurants, water activities and lovely little shops featuring local artists. I stayed with my partner and my 13yr old daughter who absolutely loved it. Larger town (Duncan) with additional amenities less than 10 min away. Would absolutely stay again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Illoana S., Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectations! Will be back…

We are long time girlfriends who were looking for a central spot to meet and catch up over a weekend. We settled on Cowichan Bay and were extremely happy with the location, and the cute accommodations were perfect. Walkable to parks, restaurants, bakery, shops and an easy drive to wineries, more restaurants and shopping and various artisans and farm stands. We were super happy with the cottage setup and all the attention to details that gave us many choices if we stayed in (games, well stocked kitchen, cozy fireplace and throws and more). It has stunning views and was super clean and thoughtfully planned and decorated. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikel Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Absolutely Perfect Property

We've been coming up to the Mill Bay/Cow Bay/Duncan area for almost 20 years. Over those years we've outlasted two B&Bs (they retired) and stayed at various rental properties. We FINALLY found the perfect place for our future stays. The location of the cottage cannot be beat. It's right in Cow Bay. The cottage itself is amazing. It's very well appointed, extremely clean, and just plain CUTE. You'll find everything you need there. The views off the deck are simply beyond. I found myself not wanting to go anywhere - I just wanted to sit on that deck and look at the Bay and take pictures. As we were staying there, I was already planning to reserve the cottage again for next year and we even decided to add an additional day to our annual Vancouver Island stay! We reached out to Danielle, the host, twice. She was extremely quick with communication back to us and so very helpful - kindest host we've ever had!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage on the ocean!

We just had the most amazing time staying at "Cowwibean!". Absolutely spotless! Bedrooms and bathrooms are stunning. Beds were very comfortable and bed linen excellent! Kitchen had everything we needed and also spotless! Lounge area very comfortable, lovely fire and fireplace. The views!!!!!! Oh the views from every window were just breath taking! The little suite that is also rented out has access to the dock, which means they have to come across the deck, I think the ad needs to make this clearer. We were not aware of this and specifically had booked a house that we wouldn't have to share anything with. But, if you are ok with that, then this is the very best place to stay in! We all absolutely loved it and didn't want to leave. It was wonderful being right in Cowichan Bay with the shops, bakery and restaurants all within walking distance. I would definitely come stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely love it

We have 2 couples stayed 2 nights in this beautiful cottage. We all loved it. Everything is new and clean. The kitchen is fully equipped. Location is great! We can see the Amazing bay view from the bedrooms. Taking a nap at the patio with the breathtaking view is absolutely wonderful. It’s so quiet and comfortable to sleep at night. We will definitely come back again.Just one small suggestion to add tissue box on dining table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Modern , well laid out, and tastefully decorated
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dixie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant surprise!

A lovely cottage on the water. Quiet and tranquil. A beautiful setting. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Outstanding place but privacy is an issue

When my wife and I walked through the door I think both of our jaws dropped. This place and location is one of the best we have stayed at. Right on the water front and sitting out on the dock watching the tide and all the activities was a highlight. Two bedrooms and two full baths is not typical to find. The only issue with the "guest" bathroom is the door looks great but only encloses half of the tub so showering can create a mess of water outside of the tub. The issue we have is one of privacy. We stayed for 5 nights. There is a small bachelor also for Vbro rent on the same property. That property can share the dock. Sharing the dock is no issue at all, but, to get to the dock the other guests have to walk across your deck which is at eye level the master bedroom, living room and guest bedroom. Not a comfortable situation at all for us. Both the bedrooms do have curtains while the living room has no window coverings. Often we would have the curtains open and windows open for that nice sea breeze. But at any time, the guests next door can walk at eye level and see in. I think it is good that future guests know that it is not just sharing the dock and know the full extent of how this property is setup with less privacy than other "like" places in the area. This is not what we signed up for. We would 100% return otherwise but will not with the sharing situation which is not at all documented yet on Vbro other than guest comments. I hope this helps someone else.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute house

Very pretty, well laid out little house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samiran L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great waterfront location!

The place is in a great location with a wonderful outdoor space. The house is very nicely decorated and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the ocean!

Lovely place in such an amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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