Location: Gabriola Island, The Islands, British Columbia, Canada (3km (2 miles) from the Gabriola ferry) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-5)
Pilot Bay Guest Studio is a recently built, post-and-beam cottage located on the same property as Pilot Bay Guest House on beautiful Gabriola Island, British Columbia. It offers a quiet retreat in a beautiful forest of majestic cedars and douglas fir. It has every convenience for up to four people who want to be able to do their own cooking, laundry, etc, and can accomodate more in a pinch.
We are open from April until Canadian Thanksgiving. Special arrangement might be made outside these dates.
The Studio is located 3 km from the Gabriola Ferry from Nanaimo and can be easily reached by car or by plane. A float plane will take you directly to Vancouver Airport in 15 minutes, and your hosts will be happy to arrange a taxi.
Check out by 11:00 am. Check-in between 4:00 and 6:00 pm unless previously arranged. No check-in after 9:00 pm.
We require a deposit equal to one-half the total payment at time of booking. If you are required to cancel up to 14 days before arrival, we will credit you with 100% of the deposit. If you are required to cancel within 14 days of arrival, we will return the deposit if we are able to rent the cottage to others. We also require a $100 cleaning deposit.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: in the cottage
- Dryer: in the cottage
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: can be converted to two twin beds
- Convertible Bed: double sized sofa bed in den and another in the living room
- Crib: play and pak playpen with bedding
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View: the cottage is located approximately 600 feet behind our bed and breakfast home and does not have a direct view of the ocean, but guests are welcome to use the chairs located at the oceanfront.
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: we have a high chair and play-and-pak.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
2010 prices, including ALL taxes
$269 per night for up to four persons, extra persons $25 each
2-3 nights 10% discount ($484 and $726)
4-6 nights 15% discount ($914, $1143 and $1371)
7 nights 20% discount ($1412)
April and May - Spring Special, deduct another 10%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Cottage on Waterfront Property, Gabriola Island
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Gabriola Island
We built our cottage from douglas fir milled on the property, in a classic coachhouse style. We came here for many weekends while we were still working in Vancouver. We chose the location because of the beautiful waterfront, the ease of access, and the flora and fauna of the island. Gabriola is an island of the arts, with music and artisans' studios everywhere.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
The cottage is a quick drive, ride or walk to the Gabriola ferry. It sits on a waterfront property just behind the Pilot Bay Guest House and there is easy access to Pilot Bay down a few steps carved in the rocks. At low tide we can walk forever. We are visited by eagles, herons, hawks, seagulls, robins, various woodpeckers, hummingbirds, the list could go on forever. Seals and otters are in the bay, and ocassionally whales pass by.
Owner's Map of Gabriola Island
We are two retired lawyers chasing our dream of retiring to a bed and breakfast (Pilot Bay Guesthouse) and a cottage on one of the most beautiful locations on earth.
Property Photos
- outside view of the cottage - Gabriola Island Cottage, with Ocean View, Sailing, Fishing.
- Wine or Latte? The toughest question of the day.... - Gabriola Island Cottage, with Ocean View, Sailing, Fishing.
- Waterfront seating - Gabriola Island Cottage, with Ocean View, Sailing, Fishing.
- Living room with steps to the loft
- Living area
- Bedroom can be two twins or one king bed
- kitchen
- architectural style
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #184469
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