Welcome to Sooke Mountain House, a hidden gem along the Pacific Marine Circle Route, where lush rainforests and deep coves await your exploration. Perched on the slopes of Mount Brule, our custom-built 3000 square foot vacation rental offers unparalleled views of the Sooke Basin, the Juan de Fuca Strait, the Olympic Mountains of Washington State, and the surrounding area from our 65 windows, ensuring a truly mesmerizing stay.

Guests have been captivated by the stunning vistas, with many noting that photos simply cannot capture the beauty of the scenery. Our pet-friendly retreat features bathrooms on each level, a spacious modern kitchen, a wood stove and electric heat for cozy evenings, and a generous outdoor deck perfect for families, couples, and adventurers alike. Keep an eye out for deer grazing on the lawn during your stay!

Situated along the renowned Galloping Goose Trail, our driveway invites you to explore hiking trails, wildlife sightings, and panoramic views. Whether you choose to barbecue on the deck or enjoy a picnic on the property grounds, every moment is enhanced by the breathtaking surroundings.

We take great pride in maintaining the cleanliness and comfort of our rental, ensuring that each guest arrives to freshly made beds and clean towels. Our goal is to provide a luxurious experience amidst the tranquility of our mountain-side location.

As seasoned travelers and hosts ourselves, we understand the importance of attention to detail in creating memorable stays. We invite you to experience Sooke Mountain House, where every window frames a picturesque view of the surrounding landscape. Whether you seek a family reunion, a romantic escape, or an extended coastal adventure, our rental serves as an ideal home base for exploration.

As lifelong travelers and also hosts, we understand the importance of the little details that make a stay memorable. We want your stay at Sooke Mountain House to be as perfect as we would imagine, and we look forward to sharing our love of travel and hospitality with you.

Come experience the incredible beauty of Sooke and stay at Sooke Mountain House, where every window offers a stunning view of the surrounding area. Whether you're seeking a family reunion, a couples' getaway, or an extended stay, our rental is the perfect home base for coastal explorers and adventure seekers alike.

WHAT OUR GUESTS LIKE BEST:
- Total privacy, incredible location, and amazing views
- Unforgettable location for relaxing, stacationing, escaping...
- Dog-friendly!
- The wood-fired 6 seater hot tub!
- The welcome basket full of treats!
- Our 14 seat teak patio table on the deck and the incredible outdoor spaces
- The Galloping Goose trail crosses our road (biking, walking, running or meandering)
- Plenty of parking (we have space for 4 or more cars)
- 5 minutes to Sooke town centre, 25 minutes to Langford or 40 to Victoria
- 1K Telus fiber internet with mesh Wifi 6 throughout
- 85" 4K HDR Sony TV with Netflix and Chromecast (downstairs)
- 84" 4K HDR movie screen with Google Home and Netflix enabled projector upstairs
- XBOX One X and Playstation 4 consoles
- 5 burner propane BBQ with sear station, LED lights, etc
- Clean and fresh linens and towels in abundance
- The fully stocked and appointed kitchen (baking supplies, cooking oils, spices, coffee, tea, place settings for 20, etc)

THINGS TO DO
- Whale watching
- Hiking
- Paddling
- Cycling
- Sooke Pot Holes (hiking, swimming and paddling)
- Farmers' Market
- Brewery, distillery, winery and meadery tours

The Neighbourhood

Best Locations

Sooke area
- Whiffen Spit (incredible anytime of day, easy 3km walk on maintained surface, dog-friendly)
- Sooke Pot Holes (5 minutes up Sooke River Road)
- East Sooke Park (tons of trails from gentle to difficult)
-Ella Beach (shhhh this beach is a secret! Turn left after John Muir School on West Coast Road)

Best Beaches
Whiffen Spit
Ella Beach
French Beach
China Beach
Sombrio Beach
Botanical Beach


Best Coffee Houses
- Stick in the Mud (hip vibe - they grind their own)
- Serious Coffee (good small chain quality)
- Little Vienna Bakery (for great coffee, food and a slower pace)
- Jenny's Tea Shoppe (in-house pastries, coffees and meatpies)

Best Restaurants
- Route 14 (chef created pub food and celebrated liquid fare - truly amazing but be prepared to wait in line any day of the week!)
- Hara Sushi (best in town and probably one of best in Victoria area)
- Teriyaki House (3 minutes from the house at the bottom of Sooke River Road - ask for Andy)

Other Important Locations
Village Food Market (best grocery store in town with in-house bakery, butcher department, etc)
Castle Liquor Store (cool, castle motel style on the other side of the bridge into town - very good selection and way cooler than the BC Liquor Store)

Outside of Sooke
Langford has every big box store you could ever need including:
- Costco, Superstore, Best Buy, Home Depot, Canadian Tire, etc)


Getting Around
The house is at the end of a 1km drive which does not have public transit. However, the main highway has reliable, regular service to anywhere in the greater Victoria area and is within 30 minutes walk from the house.