Location: Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, The Islands, British Columbia, Canada (Close to Vancouver Island University and Downtown Nanaimo.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: house, home, bungalow, level access, main level.
Hawthorne House is bright with an open floor plan with a large great room and kitchen with eating area, four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a separate laundry room all on one level. It has a King Master bedroom with ensuite, Queen, Double and Single bedrooms.
This tastefully furnished main level has everything you will need for a home away from home holiday. The well equipped kitchen with granite countertops has all appliances including a microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, blender, and panini sandwich maker. The great room has a gas fireplace, big screen TV with cable and DVD player. There is an Ipod/CD stereo system and Wii and other games for your enjoyment. French doors open onto a lovely sunny patio. The spacious spa like master bath has a separate shower and huge tub and double sinks. Comfortable furnishings and an ample supply of towels and linens make this home an enjoyable retreat.
The nice bright patio has a gas barbeque and outdoor furniture for relaxing and enjoying the evening sun and mountain views. The kids can play on the grass in your private fenced backyard.
Hawthorne House is nicely situated in a quiet new neighborhood close to downtown Nanaimo and Nanaimo Parkway Highway for easy access up and down the island. This is a great location to use as a base to explore what Vancouver Island has to offer. It is close to Vancouver Island University, Parks, Nanaimo Aquatic and Ice Centre, Trans Canada and Parkway Trail for walking/biking/jogging.
The Hawthorne neighborhood is a block away from the Buttertubs Marsh Conservation area and bird sanctuary with an easy trail system. The trail system has an entrance right across the street at Hawthorne Park. It is ideal for long-distance cyclists and joggers or even a leisurely stroll.
Hawthorne Park is midpoint in the trail system heading in all four directions of the compass. It leads to Colliery Dam and Chase River Estuary Park to the south, Nanaimo Lakes, Morell Sanctuary and Westwood Lake swimming beach to the west (nice spot - it is a short drive too) Parkway Trail to Brannen and Green Lake to the North, and Bowen Park with it's petting zoo and the Harbourfront Walkway with Swy-a-Lana Lagoon Park in downtown Nanaimo and Beach Estates Park to the West. Take a day and explore each way.
Make sure to check out the Wild Play Park at Nanaimo Lakes including aerial adventure courses, bungy jump, king swing and zip lines. For waterskiing and wakeboarding Brannen Lake is the local hotspot but we also enjoy Long Lake. Tide pools and thousands of baby crabs at the ocean lagoon steps at Swy-a-Lana Park are worth exploring. A short drive to almost any lake or beach will have lots of trails to enjoy a leisurely stroll.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Separate laundry room
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : beach towels for outings to the beach and swimming lakes and pool at rec centre a short walk away.
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed : large master bedroom with king bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Big Screen TV
- DVD
- Video Library : DVD's
- Video Game Console : Wii
- Video Games : Wii sports
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Ipod music stereo system - bring your Ipod!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Granite Countertops and Island with seating.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : bottom freezer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : french doors to sunny patio and private fenced grass yard
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Other Activities
- Next to park land and bird sanctuary, walking and biking trail systems, adventure park and Aquatic Centre with wave pool nearby.
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
Weekly rental Summer 2012 $980/week
Nightly rate $225/night 3 night minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Fabulous 4 BR Home in Prime Location
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Nanaimo
We chose this very central location in Nanaimo because it was close to everything in a safe and quiet new neighbourhood. In the summer season it becomes a home away from home for visitors wanting to explore what Vancouver Island has to offer from a comfortably furnished home with lovely private outdoor space.
The Unique Benefits at this House
It is easy to get anywhere in Nanaimo or explore Vancouver Island from here because it is close to the Nanaimo Parkway and a five minute drive from downtown. This home is very close to walking and biking trails that lead in four directions to many of the attractions in Nanaimo. It has more comforts and ammenities that most rentals because it is owner occupied for most of the year. The well equipped kitchen and big screen TV are features of this bright and open home with lovely patio and yard.
The Port Theatre, Port Place Shopping Centre and Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Owner's Map of Nanaimo
We fell in love with this charming well built new home in a great new neighbourhood close to VIU. It is a great location to live while attending University. We are outdoor enthusiasts and we enjoy walking, hiking and biking. We also enjoy boating on the local lakes, skiing at Mt. Washington and surfing in Tofino. We love the location close to everything and the fabulous trail system. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do and our other renters have.
Property Photos
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- Hawthorne House - Nanaimo Vacation Rentals
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- Family room with gas fireplace and french doors to patio - Nanaimo Vacation Rentals
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- Fully equipped granite kitchen with island - Nanaimo Vacation Rentals
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- Master bedroom with comfortable King bed and large en-suite
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- Master ensuite with separate shower and soaker tub
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- Queen Size bright corner bedroom
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- Sunny backyard with patio and lawn area with views of Mt Benson
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- Hawthorne House Floor Plan
Traveler Reviews (12)
Family Reunion
Guest: mustang
(Alberta)
Date of Stay: 06/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/06/11
This home is exceptional! Pleanty of space, beautifully finished (as described) and a fantastic yard for the kids to play and for the adults to relaxing. Superb location, great parks nearby and easy acess to downtown. Very quiet. We had everything we needed and the owners were available if we needed, so glad that we found this gem. Highly recommended for families as we had 4 adults and 2 kids with no shortage of space! Thanks for some great memories.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
2nd DREAM VACATION WITH OUR 4 GRANDDAUGHTERS
Guest: Shopper Shirl
(Amherstburg, ON)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 08/21/10
We have stayed at many homes around the world listed with VRBO and while all have been lovely, this is by far the best equipped home ever. The home is actually more beautiful than the pictures and gives you a feeling of "home away from home" from the time you enter thru the front door. Two of our little ladies were 6 years old and the other two were 9. They loved the big screen TV, movies, games, comfy furniture, having their own bedrooms & bath, etc. Every room in the house was fully equipped with anything we could ever need. They especially loved the Aquatic Centre which is only a few blocks away. We spent part of 3 days enjoying the indoor pool, water slides, lazy river and wave pool. A visit to Protection Island, the only floating restaurant in North America, was very enjoyable. Great food but the service left much to be desired. The girls enjoyed the boat trip and fishing from the end of the restaurant. Thanks so much for helping create wonderful memories to last a lifetime. We will certainly recommend your home to all of our family and friends.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Beautiful Home in Nice Neighborhood
Guest: Janie
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 06/27/10
Review Submitted: 07/07/10
Having a beautiful and very comfortable home to stay in made our vacation in Nanaimo most enjoyable. The house was very modern and clean. We had a large group of 9 (3 adults, 4 teens, 2 children), so we rented the separate suite in addition to the main house. There was plenty of room for all. Our teens loved hanging out together in the separate suite, watching DVDs and playing games on the big screen TV! We cooked several meals in the well-equipped, and well-stocked kitchen. The owners attended to every detail prior to our visit, and made sure we had everything we needed. We had a good night's rest on very comfortable bedding, and there were plenty of linens, and even beach towels for all! The house was in an ideal location. We took the BC Ferry from Vancouver, and arrived in Nanaimo at the Departure Bay Terminal. The house was just minutes away from the terminal and near downtown. The market, drugstore, Starbucks, 7-Eleven, were an easy drive, so getting our food and supplies was very convenient. Our two seven-year olds, and the teens had a great time at the Nanaimo Aquatic Center, which is just a short walk from the house! They spent a few hours there playing in the wave pool, and on the water slides. The teens liked working out in the on-site gym, and spent some time relaxing in the sauna room. The owners were very gracious and helpful, and accommodated our last minute requests. We loved the house, and would highly recommend this rental to anyone!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
BEST VACATION RENTAL EVER !
Guest: sinead
(Ireland)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 06/29/10
Just back from our stay at Hawthorn house and had a wonderful time. The house is beyond amazing and it has everything you need and so much more. The owners have thought of every little detail and even my folks were wondering if they could move in permanently ! Would recommend this to all - its the perfect home from home !
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Excellent stay during Masters Nationals
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/20/10
Review Submitted: 05/28/10
Beautiful accommodation - very clean, modern, brand new neighbourhood, safe, view of the mountains in nicely landscaped the backyard! All top notch - fluffy towels, nice sheets, great kitchen appliances - right down to a mortar and pestle for grinding the many spices available for our delicious fresh seafood dinners! (Live spot prawns at the harbour.....yum!!) Easy transaction...all questions answered. Must drive to Goats on the Roof and Cathedral Grove!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.
Beautiful Home
Guest: L.U.
(Honolulu, HI)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10
Review Submitted: 05/28/10
Excellent accommodations! I stayed in the upper level suite and it was beautifully furnished, comfortable, and clean. Everything I needed was included from the pots and pans to the dishes, to linen and towels. After living in Nanaimo for almost a year, I can say without a doubt that this is one of the best accommodations you will find in town. The neighborhood is a safe and quiet residential area, but still close to downtown and VIU. The owners were great as well – extremely nice and responsive. It is clear that they put a lot of care into this property.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Guest: D & S. S.
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Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 03/26/10
Gorgeous accommodations & much appreciated "doing business" with you. So nice to be able to add my brother and family on such short notice. Contrast of Medicine Hat & Vanc. Isle is huge for them. Wii a huge bonus for the kids! Could very well move to the island someday. A cycling, running, swimming paradise for me with blackberries in season to boot! Highly Recommendable, 10/10. Duane S. Calgary
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Guest: The M.'s
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Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 03/26/10
Thanks for a great stay. The kids enjoyed this comfortable home. Great location for us! The aquatic centre was close by as it was hot this week ( 38+ C ). Thank you for having us at Hawthorne House!
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