In Cassidy .Your stay at this Cassidy vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Nelson Road Community Boat Launch and Glynneath Road Community Park. Also, Fawcett Road Community Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Joan Point Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
Glynneath Road Community Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Fawcett Road Community Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Nelson Road Community Boat Launch - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 12.1 miles
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 11 min drive
coco cafe - 6 min drive
Alice's Restaurant - 15 min drive
Crow and Gate Pub - 9 min drive
Ricky's All Day Grill - 13 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.
Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub
Summary: A peaceful retreat with ocean breezes, private hot tub, and short walk to the beach. Ideal for couples or small families seeking a relaxing West Coast getaway.
The Space: If you’re looking for an idyllic cottage escape, Dragonfly Cottage At The Cedar Estates is the place to book on Vancouver Island.
Important Notice: This property is licensed under the BC Short Term Rental Registration H316893649
Nestled in a safe, quiet neighbourhood in the seaside community of Cedar Estates, just south of Nanaimo proper, you’ll find a relaxing, immaculately updated cottage retreat.
With a cozy living room, bright, functional kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms and lovely outdoor living spaces you’ll be hard-pressed to find another property that offers families and couples everything that the Dragonfly does.
If you’re looking for a seaside cottage with idyllic outdoor spaces, the Dragonfly doesn’t disappoint!
On the side of the front porch, you’ll find plenty of comfortable outdoor seating and a table where you can relax and enjoy outdoor living. Guests also have access to a BBQ for cooking on warm evenings.
When you’re ready to really start relaxing, the private, deluxe hot tub at the Dragonfly with ocean and Gulf Island views is truly an incredible way to spend any holiday evening.
Dragonfly Cottage At The Cedar Estates is ideally located only minutes away from the Cable Bay trailhead where you can enjoy a stunning forest hike at Joan Point Park where you’ll find fascinating rock formations and clear turquoise waters.
Just minutes away is the second largest city on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is a fascinating city with both deep history and a lively, modern culture with great boutique shopping, incredible local dining or arts and cultural centres and so much more!
The capital city of Victoria is a beautiful hour and half drive south, an ideal distance for a day trip! Along the highway to Victoria, you can stop at many small towns, each with their own amenities and attractions.
You can also find incredible hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and paddle boarding as well as whale watching and chartered fishing adventures all close by! In the summer, there are numerous farmer’s markets in the area where you can find fresh local produce, artisan gifts, preserves and more!
Dragonfly Cottage At The Cedar Estates is ideally located nearby two BC ferries terminals: Departure Bay and Duke Point as well as a short drive away from Nanaimo Airport where major Canadian airlines land to serve the Central and North Island.
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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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Pets allowed.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number H316893649
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub to the airport?
This vacation home is 8.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Nanaimo, BC (YCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub to the beach?
This vacation home is 12 mi (25-min drive) from Departure Bay Beach.
Does Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino Nanaimo (15-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub to downtown Cassidy?
This vacation home is 5.6 mi away from Cassidy.
Reviews
Dragonfly Cottage Oceanview with Hot Tub Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Landon T., Surrey, Canada
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was tidy and had some really nice touches of personal items that were quite thoughtful, such as having umbrellas by the front door. Overall, a great experience with excellent communication.
Landon T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Irfan G.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage surrounded by Nature
We had a lovely time at the Dragonfly Cottage!It met all of our expectations and met the description.Pros: Lovely outdoor space, easy to use Hot TubThe only knock would be the trace of dog hair in the living room.
Irfan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Julia P.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer stop over
We stayed here while needing to be in Nanaimo. If you enjoy the quiet outside the city this is a great place to stay. There are deer in the morning and quiet streets at night. The hot tub was lovely and we appreciated the updated kitchen and bathroom. The property is older than I anticipated.
Julia P.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justin D.
Aug 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
It was a nice trip away from our over scheduled day to day. There is a beach walking distance, and the big yard was a hit with the kids.
Justin D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brinder S.
Jun 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
We had a great time stating at telhe Dragonfly Cottage.
Brinder S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Jen G.
Jul 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters’ get away
The cottage suited our needs wonderfully. We enjoyed the outside deck and fabulous hot tub especially.
Jen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori S.
Aug 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and comfortable place
Everything was there for cooking, bbq etc. comfortable beds, definitely go back. The only issue we had were the neighbors dogs barking all the time but, we ended up reporting them and it stopped that night. The other thing were the wasps but, my husband got wasp spray to spray nests.
Lori S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew H.
Aug 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing country getaway
The house is located in an area of beautiful landscape--rolling hills, farms, forest. The ocean view from the deck is great when enjoying morning coffee and meals. The house is very well maintained, supplied, and decorated/modern. The property manager was very friendly, personable, and accommodating. We absolutely loved our time here!
Matthew H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
jenn p.
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Amenities and Cozy Home
Our family really enjoyed staying at this beautiful and cozy location. The features outside on the deck, including the hot tub and fire table, were fantastic. We appreciated the sectional inside the home and the options to log into our streaming services. The teens really enjoyed the dart board and the tech equipment. The only minor complaint would be that the kitchen supplies are quite random and more suited for entertaining than a family vacation.
jenn p.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Travis M.
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We stayed for a week and it was overall a great experience. We did have some issues but nothing major.
We couldn’t get the propane fire table to stay lit even on a calm day so we gave up on it. Unfortunate, because we like to have fires and there is no fire pit.
There’s is no cell service here, maybe a single bar in certain spots if you’re lucky and patient enough. This makes it difficult to communicate with the greeter. Which brings me to the next caveat.
The view in the last pictures in the ad at the time of reviewing (the ones right down by the water) are NOT taken on the property and as far as we found, there is no access to the water. This property does have a slight view, but very hard to see anything due to trees and other properties.
The dogs next door enjoy barking at seemingly anything that moves, which did bother us while enjoying time outdoor on the beautiful wrap around deck. This made it bothersome when letting our dog outside as well.
We found the gates for the deck are too short for bigger dogs so we didn’t use them as our dog would have easily jumped over them. Bring your own lengthy leash as well.
We would have also appreciated a little more privacy when using the hot tub. We found the one wall facing the rear of the property hardly helped anything at all and probably would have preferred it facing the neighbours property on the side with the steps.
The kitchen features lots of counter top space. Great if you enjoy cooking like we do. There seemed to be a lack of pans and an overwhelming number of pots.
The bed was very comfortable, although there is no tv in the master bedroom (while there is one in the other bedroom).
The bathroom is very comfortable, with a large shower and heated floors. The bidet (toilet) was a new experience for us haha.