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Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!

Shawnigan Lake apartment with kitchen

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Place, Shawnigan Lake Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mill Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shawnigan Lake

In Shawnigan Lake .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Shawnigan Lake Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Old Mill Park with a stay here. Also, Old Baldy Mountain Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Merridale Estate Cidery is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Mill Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 45 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 46 min drive - 32.2 miles
  • Butchart Gardens - 51 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Serious Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cook And The Butcher - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene character suite. Welcome to the Village Garden, in the heart of the Shawnigan Village. Minutes walk to a bakery, coffee shop, sushi, pizza and more. Lake access within walking distance. The suite features beautiful garden access, outdoor dining/BBQ area, full kitchen and shared laundry. The living room has “the world’s most comfortable sofa bed” for extra family members and features a heat pump so you can adjust the temperature to your comfort. Weekly and Monthly discounts available during fall and winter months. Inquire for details!

Follow the path through the beautiful garden that will lead you to the suite. Open the french doors and step into the living room featuring an electric fire place, tv, comfy lounge furniture. Through the living room you will find the full kitchen, dining area and dedicated workspace. The queen bedroom has ample closet space and french doors to keep the bedroom private from the rest of the suite. There is access to the shared washer and dryer for use as well as an ironing board.

Step outside your door to enjoy the gardens, use the bbq, and relax on the patio furniture. You can even help yourself to veggies from the garden during the late summer months.

2 minute drive to St. Johns Academy and Shawnigan Lake School. 9 minutes drive to Brentwood College School.

We have a second suite available in the upper level of the house. The suites combined will sleep a total of 6 people. Perfect if you are traveling as couples or with the extended family for some added privacy! Please reach out for details about the Village Loft and for availability.

BC Registration Number: PM505040173

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
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Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PM505040173

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! to the airport?

This apartment is 36 mi (58-min drive) away from the Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Chances Cowichan (18-min drive) and Chances Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! to downtown Shawnigan Lake?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Shawnigan Lake.

Spacious character suite! Close to local private schools, dining and more! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, cozy and clean accommodation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A clear and communicative host with a quaint little place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene K., Radway canada

Liked: Cleanliness
The place for my wife and I was what we were looking for. Listing was accurate. Location was great. General store,some restaurants which were good and the lake just a short walk away. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The description and pictures of this place are very accurate. It is quite spacious, even for 4 people and a dog. Everything was clean and well supplied. The garden area is actually a lot bigger than I thought it would be and very beautiful. We loved it and our dog had lots of space to burn off energy. Gay was very welcoming and kind. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hendrika B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sascha K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outdoor enthusiast paradise with treats!

Perfect location next to coffee/ bakery with quick access to lake. A great spot to access local Kinsol Trestle/Cowichan Valley trail, Malahat skywalk, and kayak rentals.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice B., Prince George, British Columbia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
This hidden garden oasis is located just steps away from the hub of Shawnigan Lake Village. The host has provided everything you’ll need in this tastefully appointed and comfortable suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and would definitely go back. Our host was wonderful to connect with, and very quick to respond to any questions we had. The beds were very comfortable and everything was just as it appears in the description and pictures. Right in the village of Shawnigan Lake which was very convenient. Thank you, Gay, for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian L., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Shawnigan Lake

A great property. Met all our expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth K., Sarnia, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Gay is a lovely lady and we had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious, bright, comfortable and well stocked suite; with beautiful garden view. We really enjoyed our 2-night stay and appreciated the very responsive and accommodating host. Thanks very much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S., Campbell River

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, peaceful lication

My husband and I stayed for the weekend to watch our son row for Brentwood at their annual Regatta. It was a very pleasant stay. Close to stores and walking trails. Our dog enjoyed himself too. Gay was very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Shawnigan

Beautiful yards and a very nice place to stay. Hosts were amazing,
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Garden suite

The access was slightly challenging due to the pouring rain, but what a lovely surprise when we got inside the suite. It is bright and has been beautifully renovated with amazing artwork. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked and the bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenora M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for a writing retreat

Everything I needed on a rainy weekend to stay in and work on a writing project. Very comfortable space and a kitchen with all supplies. Great coffee store and bakery right next door too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melady P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot

Spacious and comfortable. Beautiful fenced yard with garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Suite

Lovely suite, with beautiful garden. Location is very convenient - restaurants and coffee shop in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

This is a very sweet place with plenty of room. Bed was very comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. Fireplace, heat pump and separate heater kept the place warm. The snow was beautiful! The hosts were friendly, helpful and super attentive to whatever we needed. Lovely place for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

What you see is what you get

The host and property are amazing. We will definitely be back and will be looking to rebook at this same property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The wise place is a great place to stay great walking/running trails near by Shawnigan Lake grocery and great restaurants are all in walking distance. Inside the home was well layout and stocked with the basics. Our daughter was able to join us for a couple days and slept on the pull out couch and was amazed at how comfortable it was (the best she has had) master bed was very comfortable. Our dog loved the outdoor space completely fenced so she was able to run around freely. We will definitely stay at the Wise place again Thank you Gay and Megan for being great hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our annual September get away

Close to everything, comfortable everything we needed to have a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

vaillancourt77

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy place in a cozy village

Great location in a great little village. The bakery and coffee shop next door were amazing! Gay was fantastic and very welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024