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Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver!

Family-friendly stay near Granville Street

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroom600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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North Vancouver, BC
  • Place, Lonsdale Quay Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lonsdale Quay Seabus Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shipyards
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lower Lonsdale

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Lower Lonsdale houseboat places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Canada Place and Vancouver Convention Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lonsdale Quay Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lonsdale Quay Seabus Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Shipyards - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Vancouver Waterfront - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • North Vancouver Station - 4 min drive
  • Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 15 min drive
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sailor Hagar's Brew Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪King Taps - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver!

Nestled near the Lonsdale Quay, this unique fully furnished FLOATING suite sits at the Mosquito Creek Marina, North Vancouver, BC.

Mosquito Creek Marina is a secured gated community that overlooks downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park and has picturesque views of the local North Shore mountains.

Walking distance to the sea bus which takes you to downtown Vancouver, Lonsdale Quay where there is lots of food, shops, fun and entertainment.

Minutes drive or walk to local tourist attractions, beaches, local mountains and nature walks.

This brand new modern suite includes all new appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, fridge and gas fireplace. Free WIFI. Smart televisions in both living and bedroom. Bedroom has queen bed and living room has queen pullout couch.

Shared laundry (upon request) and secured private entrance on side of the home.

Note: parking is not included, however there is pay parking in the Marina secured lot adjacent to the property and pay parking in unsecured gravel lot (Indigo Parking). There is also 2hr free street parking around the Marina.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • 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 or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 600 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Please let us know once you have vacated the rental unit.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No large gatherings or parties. Only confirmed guests are allowed. Notify host if you'd like to add additional guests.
Please do not feed or approach the seals. If you see any, they are very cute, please admire them from a distance.
Please report any damage or malfunction to the host so we can repair or replace the damaged item(s).

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number H878592762

Frequently asked questions

How close is Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! to the airport?

This houseboat is 6.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! to the beach?

This houseboat is 5.8 mi (11-min drive) from English Bay Beach and 6 mi (25-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver!?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Grand Villa Casino Hotel and Conference Centre (13-min drive) and Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver!?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

Floating retreat - unique & modern! Mins from the seabus & downtown Vancouver! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, shipshape, very much a houseboat. You'll get your sea-legs quickly, but the level ground may rock a bit when you're done with your stay! Had everything we needed.If you've got a young child in the 'big vehicles' stage, this is a great choice -- looking through the windows at the huge boat should be hours of fun! Kind of like living in a fire station! Be aware that it's a downstairs unit and the surrounding houses do block most of the open-water views, as well as the light in the winter. (Bet it's cool in the summer though.)Host was super-helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had an excellent stay over thanksgiving weekend at Sea La Vie! The property offered all things necessary to make our stay perfect. This location was very convenient on the North Shore, with close access to transportation like the Sea Bus and a variety of restaurants. Marilyse was a great, communicative. host and our family would surely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, very quiet, very unique, very comfortable, very well equipped.It is quite a way from vehicle to the little silver floating house. A little disappointed there were no views of the spectacular surroundings from inside the space, however very close to travel to go see them all!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything about this place. Incredibly cute, unique, hi-tech, clean, comfortable... all the things! Close to the ferry, coffee shops, restaurants. The hosts were wonderful. We highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Sea La Vie. What a fantastic and unique location. The hosts were amazing and the accommodations were perfect and so thoughtfully laid out and stocked. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, friendly and helpful owner on site. Had an issue getting into marina as code provided was not complete. first 4 digits of a 5 digit code was in the instructions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMY S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in a cool location! Host was wonderful and communication was easy. Location was 10 min walk to Seabus station where you can take a 10 min ferry to downtown Vancouver. traffic in Vancouver is crazy so this was easy and cheap way to go vs driving or ride share options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hal H., Boxford, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at floating retreat! It was located in such a peaceful environment. The apartment was immaculate and so beautifully designed. We were so lucky to spend some time with the owners. Such kind and thoughtful people with an adorable little dog. We would recommend the place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location, property and host were all excellent. It was just as nice, if not nicer than the photos provided. It was such a great and unique location. We enjoyed watching the seals, checking out the marine leaf including starfish and the bike paths. The only thing that could have made it better, is if we could have stayed longer! Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanie, JACKSON

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful oasis! Marilyse and Mike are wonderful hosts and the location in North Vancouver can’t be beat. Bonus points for the sealife - an otter and a seal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness
OUTSTANDING stay at Sea La Vie. We almost booked a boring hotel for the same price - and I’m so glad we didn’t. This suite was the perfect location for both exploring downtown (super close to the SeaBus terminal) and enjoying the more outdoorsy North Van area. Marilyse and Mike could not have been more welcoming but also respected our privacy - allowing us to enjoy our visit in peace. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay in their unique property. They’d thought of everything - from coffee pods to colouring pens for our kiddo. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place to friends and family and we hope to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic stay in a great location with geese, herons and seals at the doorstep! All kind of thoughtful amenities. Very cozy, clean snd comfortable!
Heron fishing
A night “watch seal” on the dock
Lovely neighborhood
Mosquito totem
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quiet, walkable to restaurants and sea bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super quiet. Really clean. Excellent hosts. There's a cool walking path right next to property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay awesomeLocation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay on their floating retreat with beautiful views. Easy access to the SeaBus to head to downtown Vancouver but lots of things to do near the boat community as well! Clean and had everything we needed. The host were super nice and very responsive. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our one night stay here! The property was very nice and the location was amazing!! Not only are you directly on the water but it’s an easy walk to a market and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie Miller

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in, stay & check out information was very detailed & straightforward; location was quite good; unit was clean & appeared to be recently renovated; having a few games available & outside chairs & umbrella were all good ideas; we very much appreciated the welcome card (with choc bar). One suggestion: replace the blinds; they offer little privacy when on the docks, looking into the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea La Vie Vacation

We had a fantastic stay at Sea La Vie! Will certainly recommend to family & friends, and can’t wait to return some day again. Thank you Marilyse!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great unique accommodations and friendly hosts.

What a fantastic and unique place to stay and the surroundings are beautiful. We saw 2 seals playing in the morning. The movement of the house does make a squeaking noise against the dock that could disturb sleep, so bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. The hosts are so friendly and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haddy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect 24 hr getaway with so much to explore within walking distance of this charming house boat rental. Parking was a breeze, instructions & communication perfect. A very comfortable stay thanks to all the nice extras provided. Thank you for sharing your home!
View from kitchen
Lovely well stocked kitchen
A beautiful peaceful community on water
Boat garage view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Vancouver adventure

Hosts provided an amazing house boat experience with close proximity to local restaurants, the Seabus and downtown Vancouver. We were able to park the car in a secure location and walk to many of the local venues. Thx so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025