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A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee!

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Victoria vacation home

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Havenwood Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Latoria Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Victoria

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Havenwood Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Olympic View Golf Club with a stay here. Royal Roads University and Langford Lanes are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Havenwood Park - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Latoria Creek Park - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Government Street - 30 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 38 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • University of Victoria - 40 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bucky's Tap House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Authentic Cuisine Of India | Indian Restaurant Langford - ‬5 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.

A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee!





23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island. We’re on the edge of the suburbs, on top of a mountain, overlooking a small lake, with Washington State visible and the ocean 3kms away.

We have a suite available on our 1 acre property with:
- a private living room,
- bedroom with Queen size bed
- Your own private balcony overlooking the lake and hills
- your own private entrance
- a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower.

One additional guest can be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room.

Note: Our Giant Dogs

We are dog-friendly! And we have two giant friendly Bernese Mountain dogs that love guests. If anyone in your party is uneasy around large loud dogs, please see the information further in the listing before booking.

Bringing your Dog
Just include that you’re travelling with a dog in your request. There’s no additional fee for your first dog and $20 if you wish to bring two. Please check the conditions for breed, size, etc further in the listing.
There is a private wild 15x15’ fenced area down at the suite for your pet to use.

The Suite

The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water in the fridge/freezer. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included.

The location is conveniently close to amenities, dozens of restaurants, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, and about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches.

Our Dogs are very friendly!
We share our home with two Bernese Mountain Dogs, Sophie and Teesha. They are very friendly, people-loving dogs and will be very excited to greet new guests. Give them a couple of minutes to quieten down when we come out to meet you on arrival.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 13 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

BBQ grill must be cleaned after use

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Sofa bed size “Double” 2 kids or 1 adult rec.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 H528032343

Frequently asked questions

How close is A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Elements Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

Is there free parking at A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! to downtown Victoria?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Colwood.

A private suite overlooking a lake, 20 mins from the city, and no pet fee! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely area and extremely friendly and accommodating hosts. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding stay near the ocean—highly recommend!We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! The location is truly unbeatable, offering quick and easy access to the ocean and a fantastic selection of nearby restaurants. It was also the perfect base for exploring the area, being just a short, scenic drive into Sooke.The highlight of the accommodation itself was definitely the bed—it has a great mattress that provided some of the best sleep we've had while traveling. Everything was clean, convenient, and exactly as described. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The suite was clean, spacious bedroom and living room, nicely decorated, very comfortable. Perfect bedding! Enjoyed sitting on the deck among the trees taking in the fabulous view. Enjoyed coffee made with freshly roasted beans - by host! The host was lovely and personable. I will for sure stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really great place to stay. Nice location and view. Dogs were friendly and the rooms were spacious with everything needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely evening and morning. Doug was extremely helpful in recommending a walk along the wharf last evening and a fun little place for breakfast this morning. The dogs are beauties and we had everything we needed from our arrival until we left this AM.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location, charming host. The suite was perfectly appointed.Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly. Very pleasant host. Great mountain views.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, gracious host, everything was perfect. Would definitely love to return when temperatures a little warmer!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing space, had everything we needed, and was great for my family and our dog.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views tucked within the hills. Doug was easy and pleasant to communicate with. The property is super nice, and the suite spacious. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Location was initially a bit difficult to find but ok once located. Dogs on site are friendly but bark whenever entering or exiting. the suite was clean and well equipped for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was welcoming to pets and I did not notice much of the lake view because we were always on the go when we were there. It was peaceful and clean and had everything we needed. The guest host was friendly and left us alone. I would stay there again and recommend this lovely place to anyone. Thank you for letting us stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet beautiful location! Suite was cozy had everything we needed and more. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A great bang for your buck. If we ever need a BnB again I’ll for sure try to stay here. The owner is very friendly and his property is beautiful with a great view. Close to Sooke and Colwood and Skip would deliver if needed lol
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great overall stay if you’re looking for a quiet place with great views.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a good time. Would be nice to have a larger fridge and freezer space, but made due well enough
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. So were the dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly host! Such a beautiful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a lovely place to stay. It was private and had a stunning view of the mountains and a little lake. We watched the sunset from the private patio. You also get the view from the bedroom and living room. We really liked the bed. It was so comfortable that we slept 12 hours the first night. It also had a nice small kitchen with a few goodies. Very dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My lady and I loved staying here! Everything was very clean and the host was very helpful. His two big dogs were loud but very friendly. We had a private deck to ourselves with a swinging bench-chair that we could see a terrific view of the lake below and the hills beyond. Pretty much anything we wanted to drive to in Victoria was only about 30 minutes away.The parking was snug but doable, between the car and the room was a set of stairs that some might consider to be a bit steep.The owner provided coffee, milk and basic bathroom necessities.If I were to spend another night in the area, I would gladly spend it here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay on Vancouver Island ! Doug and his dogs are very friendly,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming & ensured we knew where to find things. Super well stocked with all you would need.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place will come back again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and spacious..nice hosts,well appointed suite..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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