Vancouver Island studio, stunning sunrises over the ocean, 5 min walk to the beach. Close to Victoria!
House • Saanichton BC Canada
2 Guests
0 Bedrooms
1 Bed
1 Bathroom
1 Car space
Secondary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Statistics
Listed November 2025
Views 91
General Overview
This little gem (affectionately called The Nest) attached to our main home. It is very private with its own parking space, laundry, and separate entrance. We are located a one minute drive or five minute walk from island View Beach. From The Nest, there is a bird’s eye view of the San Juan Islands, James Island, and Mount Baker. Guests have commented on how quiet the space is, and they love the views and the feeling of being up in the trees. But the location is our best feature…a quick walk to the beach!
We are a 15 to 20 minute drive into the capital city of Victoria, depending on traffic. A 10 minute drive to Victoria International Airport, and a 20 minute drive to the main ferry terminal over to Vancouver. It’s a very central location for exploring. Five hours away is Tofino and Ucluelet if you’re up for a longer trip.
The Space
The Nest is a studio apartment, about 850 ft.². The kitchen has all appliances except a dishwasher. A cosy electric fireplace and Natuzzi leather furniture finish off the living room. There is a full bathroom, including tub and shower. A large desk and office chair allow for those who want to work while on vacation but we think you’ll find the views too distracting ;)
Guest Access
Unfortunately, the space is not accessible for guests with mobility issues as there are a number of stairs for accessing the entryway, as well as a forest trail from the parking spot to the front door.
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
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Central Saanich is a farm community right on the ocean. The pastoral views are beautiful and we have many local markets to buy fresh produce, baked goods, and gifts. It definitely feels like living in the country.
Getting Around
You’ll want to have a vehicle as buses do not run down our road.
Map of Approximate Location
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Feedback
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Jen
Hi! We are a family of four who love to explore! Although our kids are adults now, they often join us on our adventures. :) We also have a tiny dog named Moose, who sometimes travels with us if pups are welcome. We love living on Vancouver Island because of all the natural beauty and recreation opportunities. It’s only five hours to Whistler or Tofino, and a 30 minute drive to the capital city of Victoria.
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