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Otter Grotto

Apartment near University of Victoria in Victoria

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Terrace/patio
TV
TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Cadboro Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Victoria

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Saanich East apartment places you within half a mile (1 km) of Cadboro Bay and 3 miles (5 km) of University of Victoria. Also, Henderson Park Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Lambrick Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cadboro Bay - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪University Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BiblioCafé - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Felicita's Campus Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moka House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grad House - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Otter Grotto

Indulge in the ultimate coastal living experience with this exquisite top-floor luxury oceanfront home boasting panoramic 180° vistas of the awe-inspiring ocean. Witness nature's spectacle with sea lions, orcas, and an array of marine life, all from the comfort of your brand new, meticulously designed sanctuary.
With two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an abundance of natural light, this residence offers unparalleled tranquility. Situated in a coveted location on Southern Vancouver Island, renowned for its diving spots, and just 24 minutes from downtown Victoria, 6 minutes to Cadboro Bay Village, this is your gateway to a life of serenity and adventure. Discover your slice of paradise today.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Suitable for 12 Years or older. Rocky Areas

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number n/a, H524122980

Property is also known as

1 bed Oceanfront Suite With Spectacular Panoramic Views

Frequently asked questions

How close is Otter Grotto to the airport?

This apartment is 7 mi (27-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Otter Grotto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Otter Grotto offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Otter Grotto?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Elements Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Otter Grotto?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Otter Grotto?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Otter Grotto have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Otter Grotto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Otter Grotto to downtown Victoria?

This apartment is 4.9 mi away from Victoria.

Otter Grotto Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome, excellent! The most beautiful location on the Island 5⭐️

Looking forward to another stay at this property!
Stayed 105 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Getaway

Fabulous location on the water, great communication with mgr, very peaceful & relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert & Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous place and gorgeous view

Really enjoyed relaxing on the porch and watching the ocean every night!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pavel r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location host is fabulous

Highly recommend this beautiful property. Shelby was welcoming and accessible. The location is breathtaking with great amenities. Thank you Shelby.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The beautiful view is all around you!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The property was very clean and nicely appointed. The owner Barry was helpful and very friendly! We definitely would love to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otto grotto

Wonderful property! Great stss add y.!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding ocean front retreat

This property is literally right on the ocean. Felt like we were on a cruise ship! Everything was perfect, can’t wait to stay again! Thanks Barry, your place is heavenly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

Loved the location. Right next to the ocean. Very quiet and restful location. The only small thing was that there wasn't any parking at the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the ocean

A beautiful property on the ocean. Great views. There was a sea otter on our patio and a pod of about 8 orcas right in front of the property.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Home was beautiful Neighborhood was beautiful View was beautiful Did not want to leave
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia & David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DelightFULL!

This property has a front row seat for gorgeous morning sunrises and an amphitheatre of starry constellations. The suite has all you could need for an island stay. We loved it and hope to be back often.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Views!

The panoramic views at this property cannot be beat! We saw sea lions, seals, and even a pod of dolphins swim by during our stay. Nothing beats an oceanside vacation! The suite was lovely, clean, and well-appointed. We hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

You will not want to leave this quiet spacious well-appointed suite with spectacular views. Eat in! as the kitchen is equipped for a chef. Watch sailboats, wildlife and amazing sunsets. We hope to return on our next trip West!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otter Grotto

We spent a month of sheer enjoyment on Ten Mile Point in Otter Grotto. The vrbo was spacious and lots of natural light. The views from all the windows are stupendous and the water is ever changing. The king size bed is very comfortable . The property is near a trail system of short hikes through beautiful woods. This property is a gem.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront condo in Victoria

Very nice, spacious, modern and well-appointed one-bedroom condo on water. Guests do need to be cognizant of the walls (and ceilings) not being very soundproof requiring careful and quiet handling of doors, closets and drawers.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

Quiet, gorgeous neighborhood. Must be abulatory, as there are stairs to entrance. Only for adults as dangerous surroundings for children. We are quiet renters. Loud renters would not like this spot.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Property on the Ocean

I did not want to leave! This rental is right on the ocean. Beautiful deck and view from every room. Had my coffee on the deck watching the sunrise every morning. Was lucky enough to see two orcas swim right around the point. Only 20 feet away. Will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely suite except…

Without screens on the windows or AC it was actually quite hot at the end of June. Other than that a lovely suite in a spectacular location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanside 10/10

This place is seriously gorgeous and is just as described. You can’t find something closer to the ocean than this which was a major selling point for me. We saw seals nearly every day of our stay as well as other wildlife and the stillness of being here was super nice. There really were no major cons to highlight, however, I could see how some particulars of sorting waste could feel overwhelming for some people as per waste management regulations in Victoria. There’s a lot of steps that need to be adhered to which can be confusing. Doing some cleaning before leaving is pretty typical when renting privately though so this was to be expected. The only thing that I would suggest is that while this place says it can accommodate 4, there aren’t full blinds for each of the windows in the living room which lets in a lot of light for anyone sleeping in this area. This isn’t a huge deal but some sort of blinds would be great to add. The couch isn’t the most comfortable sleeping area but it works for a short stay. Any issues were very minor and the rest of the place definitely makes up for it. I would absolutely return and hope to in the future when visiting Victoria.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicole T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property, frustrating procedures

This property has AMAZING views and is not too far from downtown Victoria in a nice neighborhood. That being said, we were disappointed in some aspects of this rental which we feel would be important for prospective renters to know. There are bug guts smashed all over the ceiling that don’t appear to have ever been cleaned up. A requirement of the facility was to wash the towels upon leaving. The home didn’t provide laundry detergent so we had to go out of our way to purchase detergent so as to avoid a cleaning fine. We left with the towels in the laundry as instructed, but were contacted about an additional fee that would be charged for staining them. We didn’t stain them, but us having placed them in the laundry before leaving meant that we didn’t see what they looked like after the wash. The towels were visibly worn when we had arrived at the rental and had faintly dark streaks on them. Furthermore, we were also informed that there would be an extra cleaning fee. Initially, we were told this was due to heavy staining on the bedding and the replacement of the aforementioned towel. When we disputed this and asked for photos, suddenly they acknowledged that the bedding was in fact not stained and the cleaning fee for the bedding turned into a cleaning fee for the towel (which they also asked for us to pay a replacement fee for). These fees were in addition to an already $200 cleaning charge we had to pay for the rental itself. Alone, each of these things would not have impacted our enjoyment of the stay. The 270 degree view of the water made up for any small complaints, but it does seem that this property management company wants you to both clean the property, charge you for cleaning the property you were required to clean yourself, and then still will scam you for “incidentals” you can’t refute after you’ve left.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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