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Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sidney, BC
  • Popular LocationShaw Centre for the Salish Sea11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort Sidney Marina13 min walk
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwartz Bay Ferry Terminal9 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.

Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates

The beautiful 1914 Master Craftsman's Orchard House has undergone a complete renovation bringing back its classic charm with modern appeals in the heart of downtown Sidney, BC. Our location and amenities make us the perfect fit when traveling to Vancouver Island for business or pleasure. Minutes away from the Victoria International Airport and main ferry terminals, servicing mainland Vancouver, the Gulf Islands and the Washington State Anacortes ferry. Sidney's specialized shops, restaurants and award winning attractions are just steps from our door Victoria and all its attractions are only a scenic 25-minute drive and world famous Butchart Gardens is only 15 minutes away. Easy walk to parks and beaches. Enjoy the spacious gardens and patios, hot tub under the trees, breakfast on the front porch, dinner in the charming dining room or cozy up by the fire in the fine wood detailed living room. The stocked kitchen has been redone in a classic farm house fashion with all new appliances from the gas range, over-sized fridge.(some teas, coffee & spices provided). A sun-room offers an enjoyable breakfast nook. Free 4G WiFi, premium cable package with movies, sports, news and parking for 2.

Orchard House has 2 bedrooms offering lush linens, high quality pillows and Stearns & Foster queen beds. The main floor has 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms with towels and amenities provided. The Loft level offers a unique all cedar Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn inspired theme with a cozy hallway sitting area, lush cottage room, living area, upper patio, fireplace. The Loft’s Cedar & Red queen bedrooms are made available over 4 persons long term tenants. Under 4 persons $75 per person nightly. Loft suite is not rented separately and remains open.

This is a unique getaway experience, with old world charm but requires guests to be respectful of her age and history and care taken with stained glass windows, doors, and fixtures. Washer/dryer located in the basement by Paul’s space is available with request in advance. Paul is a great source of local knowledge and has no access to house or facilities shown.

Close to all of the best of Sidney by the Sea. Sidney offers the best in a getaway that Victoria has to offer. Downtown restaurants, coffee bars & shopping are 2 blocks away. The seashore promenade (3 blocks away) offers 3 km waterfront Oceanside walk. Butchart Gardens & Victoria Butterfly World are a 15 minute car ride through the country farms, Sea Cider & Victoria Distillers tastings 5 minutes, Sidney Marina gateway to the Gulf Islands is 5 blocks, BC Ferries & Victoria Airport are under 5 km (3m) away, (please do note Sidney does have airplane noise to 10pm), Washington Ferry is 1 block away. There is a athletic park, kids play & splash park, basketball, skateboard & tennis, lawn bowling within 1 block. The Lockside Trail offers biking along the coast to Victoria by bike (1 block) and Victoria is a short 20 minute car ride away.

Saanich Chamber of Commerce Members

History of the Property:
The Orchard House is part of the founding history of Sidney, BC. It was completed over a 3 year period from 1911-1914. It was the original home to Roy Brethour, who was one of 5 sons given each 100 acres by his Irish settler father, Samuel. The fine Craftsman woodwork and flooring was completed by his brother Edgar, who was a major contractor in Vancouver at the time with a company called Snider & Brethour Construction. The Orchard House is on title just by name at city hall. The home has been used for the last 50 years to supplement a hotel and later as a B&B. It has been featured in films and in home and garden commercials in the 1990s.

Top Things to do Around Sidney:
• Take a stroll along the waterfront promenade visiting the beaches, parks & seawall
• Visit the quaint shops, award-winning restaurants, cafes & bakeries along Beacon Avenue
• Sea Cider, maker in orchard of fabulous ciders, 5 minute drive
• Lavender Gardens & Goat Farm, 5 minute drive by Highway 17
• Butchart Gardens, a short 20 minute drive through the country farms
• Butterfly World, 15 minutes from Orchard House
• Shaw Center for the Salish Sea Aquarium along the waterfront
• Victoria Distillers on the waterfront, 10 minute walk from Orchard H
• BC Aviation Museum located by Victoria Airport
• Passenger ferry ride from pier to Sidney Spit beaches and BC Parks
• Go whale watching, rent kayaks & paddle boards or sailing at Pier
• Bike the Lockside trail to see the Mitchell’s farm & on to large pigs
• Visit Victoria Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, Fairmont Empress & pubs along Government Street
• Take the BC Ferry to Ganges on Salt Spring Island
• Take a winery tour in Saanich peninsula, Church & State Winery
• Take in one of the many events in Sidney all year round or a concert at Mary Winspear Center, 1 block
* Play sand volleyball or tennis, basketball, lawn bowling, kids splash park & play area, lawn fields or skateboard park, 1 block from Orchard House
• Visitor Center is located Beacon Avenue and 7th Avenue, 2 blocks from Orchard House

Come getaway at the Orchard House in beautiful Sidney by Sea.

Property manager

Scotty Henderson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside; outside-concrete patios allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: House is not childproof care needed w/ furnishin

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Historic Home Classic Charm Modern Appeals hot Tub House
Historic Home Classic Charm Modern Appeals hot Tub
Historic Home Classic Charm Modern Appeals hot Tub House
Historic Home Classic Charm Modern Appeals hot Tub House
Historic Home Classic Charm Modern Appeals hot Tub

About the area

Sidney

Located in Sidney, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Sidney Museum and Archives and Mary Winspear Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Sidney Fishing Pier. Butchart Gardens and Lolly Gobble Sweet Shop are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk
  • Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea - 11 min walk
  • Victoria Distillers - 11 min walk
  • Port Sidney Marina - 13 min walk
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Charles Dickens Pub - 8 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 5 min walk
  • Spinnakers on the Fly - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe - 20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Home. Classic Charm Modern Appeal,Parking *annual 3 Month minimum Rates located?

Located in the heart of Sidney, this golf vacation home is steps from Iroquois Park and Sidney Skate Park. Sidney Skatepark and Mary Winspear Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home & Location
The home was comfortable and beautiful with so many interesting pieces inside to explore. We loved that it was walking distance to the many lovely shops and restaurants of Sidney!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historic home
Beautiful historic home, the beds were really comfortable. It was neat and clean and very welcoming. Walking distance to the water and downtown. The chairs in the dining room and the sofas in the living room are kinda uncomfortable to sit on. Otherwise we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

chris B., White Rick

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Old House
All great except Hot Tub should be fixed so it can be used ortaken off listing. Historic home is clean, central, roomy and full if character.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful character home
The home is a lovely character home. Based on previous reviews we knew the dining room chairs were not comfortable. It will be nice when they are replaced, as they definitely were hard to sit on, but the dining room is so nice to be in, we made them work. We were disappointed that for three adults. we would only get to use two of the bedrooms. After contacting the host we were able to get access to the second floor, but at an additional cost of $75/night. It was worth it, as we each had our own room and bathroom. If you are sensitive to a musty smell, be cautious, as the home when you first come in does have a smell. The second floor was worse, and I needed to stay away. We had good communication with the host, including getting more coffee, as there was not much supplied, initially. Paul, who lives downstairs in the basement, was nice to talk too. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. It is a beautiful old home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Sidney BC
We loved our stay at the Orchard House. It had plenty of room for our group of 4 + the family dog. We were able to prepare a full Easter dinner as the kitchen was fully equipped. Overall it was comfortable and cozy with charming heritage touches. The house is in a very quiet neighborhood and is only a couple of blocks from the seawall and downtown Sidney. Airplanes do fly directly overhead but this did not affect us negatively.The hot tub was just a warm temperature. The host did try to solve the issue while we were there but the temperature didn't seem to warm up. The dining chairs and livingroom furniture are beautiful but have lost their padding. This affects the comfort in those areas. The listing was confusing with respect to needing all 4 bedrooms. The listed price is for the bedrooms on the main floor only. There are extra charges for each of the two bedrooms upstairs. There is someone living in the basement suite. He was quiet, nonintrusive, and friendly. The host was very responsive and accomodating. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Three Night Stay
We loved our stay at this historic home. Great communication with owner/manager. Very unique property with fantastic location for walking to downtown Sidney. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosemary G.

Lovely home but not functional
This heritage home has beautiful woodwork and a good layout. However, you can't sit on the dining room chairs or living room couches - they are super lumpy and virtually non-functional. An email was sent to the host but not replied to. The house was relatively clean, but the dining table had a sticky film over it, the runner when lifted, showered crumbs everywhere, our clothes got covered in pet hair, and the hot tub was filthy. If you are planning to rent this house, keep in mind the following grocery list: hand soap, dishwasher pucks, toilet paper, and batteries for TV remotes. Bring towels: each guest got one bath towel for a 1-week stay, and 2 guests received a hand towel and several facecloths. There are minimal coffee cups and coasters. The beds were comfortable. The location is good. The hosts can easily turn around these deficiencies to provide a more favourable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memories
Beautiful historical home. Being all 75 and more we enjoyed living in the past but we found the furniture very uncomfortable for all our ailments. The beds were very comfortable. Love the area and great restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Sidney
Structure Type
Private vacation home