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#21283
Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. 2 bedroom condo
Condominium • Victoria BC Canada
Exchange types accepted
Hospitality Description: Jan and I are happy to home host up to two guests up to two nights. If schedules permit we'd be delighted to enjoy a supper together one night at our home. We'd provide a comfortable bedroom, your own bathroom, breakfasts and point you in the right direction for fun activities in our area..
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Listed May 2023
Views 5009
General Overview
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Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
BBQ
Balcony
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Travel Styles
Weekend
Adventure
Family
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
Luxury
City
Culture
Hiking
Cycling
Last minute
Good public transport
Golf
Accessibility
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Our building is just off downtown facing Beacon Hill Park. Safe, fun, vibrant. Theatre, restaurants, strolling, entertainment, coffee houses, it's all within walking.
For active or relaxed lifestyles, enjoy the inner harbour a 4 minute walk away. Take in whale watching, fishing, golf, cycling, pickle ball, lawn bowling, hiking is a stroll away - or drive the entire Vancouver Island for fun and adventure.
Famous things to see and do include Butchart Gardens, Royal BC Museum/IMAX is across the street, First Nations tourism, nature hikes, China Town is a walk away, Fishermans' Wharf is a 10 minute walk, tea at The Empress is 2 blocks away, Double Decker Hop On Hop Off bus tours. Malahat Skywalk is fantastic we think, Zip Line Tours, rent a car and go to Tofino for the wild west coast and old growth forests!
Within a 10 minute walk: Grocery store, coffee shops, inner harbour, parliament, museum, restaurants, tourist info centre, Coho Ferry, Clipper Ferry, Beacon Hill Park, tour boats, IMAX, whale watching tours, shopping.
Nearest airport
YYJ Victoria airport is 35 minutes away in a car. Transit from YYJ is fair. Cabs are around $70 We are adventurous and take the bus from YYJ one hour home but it usually includes a 20 minute walk from airport to the bus stop.
YWH inner harbour airport is steps from the downtown core, the Parliament Buildings and our home! Harbour Air does seaplane flights from Vancouver and several other cities.
Getting Around
Walk! walk, walk walk! Or cycle. This is a city and neighbourhood for those who appreciate walking everywhere. To downtown, groceries, pubs, coffee houses, you name it - get walking or cycling and have fun. We try and live "car light" as the area is so walkable, great access to transit and has some of the best cycling lanes on the continent. We cycle year round.
Transit is as good as it gets in Canada, a bus stop several feet out our front door. We use it a fair bit using transit cards for ease of payment.
We live just off downtown, so parking is very limited in the area. If you plan to drive or rent a car, please discuss with us where you can put it.
Map of Approximate Location
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People Like Us Local Guide
Yes, we would be pleased to get together for a drink and/or meal, swap ideas and adventures and recommend local destinations while you are in the area. We also offer Home Hospitality (Hosting you while we are still home)
Feedback
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Kev and Jan were so welcoming. We had great conversations and felt very at home. The apartment is spacious and filled with light. Our bedroom was very nice and the bed was comfy. We had a lovely breakfast together before leaving. You can’t beat the location. We walked to the inner harbour where the Classic boat show and a Caribbean festival were happening at the same time. There was no need to use the car at all. We walked everywhere! Thanks so much and we hope to reciprocate soon. -
We just returned from our week in Victoria at Kevin’s and Jan’s lovely place. We loved being right in the center within walking distance to everything. Played pickleball in the park right across the road. Our hosts were 5*’s plus. Made everything super easy with open clear communication. We learned a lot about the process as they are much more experienced than us. Much appreciated. -
We just finished up a wonderful week stay at Jan and Kevin’s beautiful apartment and our time there was just delightful ! Such a comfortable and well appointed apartment with all of Victoria literally right outside the door. I don’t think you could find a better location! We loved spending time enjoying the great weather and views from their wrap around terrace and the bed so so comfy! Jan and Kevin were also fantastic at communication and checking in to make sure all was perfect and offered great suggestions for activities around the island. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us ! -
We have just completed 12 nights at Kev & Jans beautiful home in Victoria, on Vancouver Island. Wow. Gorgeous apartment and in a wonderful location. Just a few minutes walk to the marina & town centre. Highlights for us were the famous Butchart Gardens and the Malahat Skywalk. We were lucky enough to catch up with Kev & Jan on our last day and nearly missed our ferry as we chatting so much and lost sight of the time. Luckily for us they were kind enough to drive us to the ferry as well. They are the most wonderful hosts and simply beautiful people. We are hopefully catching up with them again at the end of the year when they venture back to Australia. So lucky to have our PLU friends. -
I had a wonderful stay at Kev and Jan's lovely home in Victoria. The location was perfect, walking distance to the harbour and main attractions, and as an extra bonus Beacon Hill Park was just up the road. The apartment had all the amenities we could need and was so comfortable, with gorgeous views from the outdoor balcony. Kevin and Jan were so welcoming and thoughtful with the information they provided and some tasty welcome gifts - even making time to pick me up from the airport and show me around the apartment the day of my arrival! Thank you both! -
Kev and Jan have a super spot centrally located in Victoria. There is really no need for a car as everything you need is a few steps away. There is a large variety of restaurants, pubs, shopping and entertainment nearby, as well as a wonderful park with lots of wildlife, including peacocks! The home itself is on the 7th floor and offers panoramic views of Victoria, the ocean and mountains beyond. The condo is spacious, well appointed, extremely clean and very comfortable. I would not hesitate to recommend Kevin and Jan's home if you are looking for an amazing place to stay in Victoria. Kev and Jan are very well organized, lovely people to exchange with. -
A big thank you to Kev and Jan for making our Canada dream trip COME TRUE! If it wasn’t for open-minded and generous people like themselves, our dream wouldn’t have been a reality! A perfect simultaneous swap to their incredible home in the heart of Down Town Victoria BC! Open and close communication from the start, to check ins throughout our stay; even a Christmas Tree set up, and a gift for our little boy! Thank you for opening your home to us, and inviting us into your community! One filled with wonder, history and culture!!! -
Beautiful home located in the best location to experience all that Victoria has to offer. Kevin and Jan are amazing hosts, very organized and easy to communicate with. They made our stay so easy and comfortable. -
We first met Kev and Jan a year ago when they kindly hosted us for a night before our early ferry. We hit it off right away and had such a great time together! When they reached out recently about staying with us, we were delighted to return the favour. They’re just as wonderful as guests as they were as hosts — easygoing, warm, and full of great conversation and laughter. Kev and Jan are welcome in our home anytime! -
Kev and Jan's home was lovely, super clean, comfortable and in a great walking location in downtown Victoria. We enjoyed our few days there. Communication was excellent. Thank you so much Kev and Jan for the exchange! -
Kevin and Jan have a lovely spacious and well appointed condo in a wonderful location just a few minutes walk from the heart of downtown Victoria. We were lucky enough to be hosted by them for 2 nights and it was a fabulous experience - they are great hosts and their warm hospitality made this a truly memorable stay. -
The house is located in the best center of Victoria, opposite Rubicon Park, beautiful with lakes, ponds, bike tracks, sports areas and we even saw a little Bamby, a fawn. Be careful on the paths you take because there are many people who live on the street and you can get scared. The house is beautiful with a terrace that surrounds it. It's a shame that it rained and was cold so we couldn't enjoy it. The hosts are very friendly, they picked us up at the ferry and we are looking forward to receiving them in our house next September. This is a highly recommended place to get to know Victoria. I don't want to forget the bus stop, more than 8 lines stop at the door of the building. You can't ask for more!!!! It has been a perfect stay. -
We were very happy that Kevin and Jan agreed to an exchange. Their location could not have been better, just minutes from central Victoria and many of the main attractions. You can easily walk or cycle everywhere. Their beautiful condo is very comfortable and spacious. Everything was pristine for our arrival and we felt really at home as soon as we arrived. There is a lovely outdoor terrace space to relax after a day exploring. We left with lasting memories of a wonderful exchange. -
It was hard to believe you stayed here, when we returned home! A real pleasure working with you. People like you make the idea of home exchange so life enriching. Thank you.
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Kevin and Jan were fabulous hosts and made our stay easy and comfortable. We live 2 hours away so I was able to meet them prior to our stay and get the home details first hand. This home is beautiful! Situated close to so many great places to enjoy, you don't need a car. The famous Beacon Hill park is just outside the condo as well as the Empress Hotel and the beautiful Legislature Buildings at the waterfront. The condo is beautifully decorated and has amazing views of the city. It was easy to access as Kevin and Jan left clear directions and an easy to follow home manual. I highly recommend this home and Kevin and Jan for a home swap. You will have a wonderful experience. We look forward to exchanging with them again. Rone' and Steve
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