Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. 2 bed, 2 bath.
Condominium • Victoria BC Canada
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Beds
2 Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible
1 Car space
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal & Globe
Hospitality
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
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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
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Weekend
Adventure
Family
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
Luxury
City
Culture
Hiking
Cycling
Last minute
Good public transport
Golf
Accessibility
Single level
Accessible shower
Handheld shower
Accessible kitchen access
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.
Nearest airport
YYJ Victoria airport is 35 minutes away in a car. Transit from YYJ is poor. 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. Yes, you can drive if you have a fair distance but this is a city for those who appreciate walking everywhere. To downtown, groceries, pubs, you name it - get walking 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 live just off downtown, so parking is very limited in the area. If you plan to 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)
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 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.
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
Wonderful guests, left the home clean and neat, almost like we did not know anyone been using our home when we were away 😁
A nice gift set left for us.
Glad, Kev & Jan enjoyed Penang and our marina facing home and the al fresco dining downstairs.
Easy to communicate with
Kevin and Jan were wonderful guests to have in our home. Communication was easy and prompt. They left our home spotless and shared a thoughtful little gift for us.
As we live close enough to drive, I hope we can continue to exchange with them in the years to come.
Roné and Steve
Wayne and Patricia's stay in our home was very positive. They're great communicators and seasoned home exchangers so as a host it gives you great confidence to work with them. Wayne and Patricia are respectful and grateful guests, the kind of people we look for and try to emulate when we travel. It was a pleasure.
It was a pleasure to exchange with Kevin and Jan. We had regular, easy and prompt communications with them throughout. They went the extra mile to ensure the process was seemless and that we had everything we needed.
We had a very memorable trip so thanks for making it so wonderful.
We spent 2 weeks in Kit's incredible home. Penang is amazing. Kit made it even more special by providing excellent responses to questions and even being pro-active with terrific information. We loved the complex the home is in. The coffee shops, the grocery store, restaurants, the mall. Everything is there. Kit's home is clean, comfortable, well equipped. Kit's communications and helpful guidance made the home and it's amenities even better. Malaysia weather is hotter than we Canadians are used to but the AC brought great comfort. The pool is nothing short of magnificent to cool off in! We did every day. A most memorable home exchange. Thank you.
Rone stayed at our home, obviously seasoned home exchangers. These are the sort of people you hope to work with when doing a home exchange. "People like us". Very positive. Great communications. A pleasant exchange leaving us wanting to do more.
We knew our home was in such good hands. Thanks, guys.
We exchanged with Rone and it was wonderful. The home is ideal for an exchange, nicely set up. Modern, very clean, comfortable, we instantly felt welcome. All the comforts were provided. Rone's communication skills made it even better. The location is a peaceful, rural area which is a wonderful change for us city folk. We brought the E Bikes for some nice cycling in the region. One evening we tried the hot tub and watched the sun go down. Spacious, airy, private - a beautiful weekend.
Premium
Kev and Jan
Jan and I are mostly retired, managing a few residential properties in Victoria we own. We stay active by cycling, pickleball and hiking. Here it's easy to live "car light" and we do.
I'm a Past District Governor with Rotary International and a member of the Rotary Club of Victoria-Harbourside. Our daughters live in Toronto and Berlin.
We're open to various lengths and times of year. You will notice I am a crack communicator with quick responses.
We also offer Home Hospitality & PLU Guide. (Home Hospitality is where a member stays at another's home while that member is still there. Details in our Home Profile)
"We have a daughter in Berlin and love to visit her - often in spring, summer or fall."
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"Our daughter lives in Berlin!"
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