Large Home on 1 Acre, Free Wifi, Free Phone Calls in N. America!
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
10 great reasons to rent this home for your vacation:
1. Close to beaches, hiking and biking trails and amenities.
2. See the true Victoria outside the busy urban core.
3. 4 star Golf Course Olympic View 5 minutes away.
4. 20 minute drive to downtown Victoria to the sights.
5. Safe place for kids to play outdoors on 1 acre of private property and gardens.
6. Lots of parking close to the house.
7. Self contained separate suite included in rental.
8. Suits small or larger groups.
9. Airport and ferries only 38 km away.
10. Spacious, clean, quiet and well maintained. Manager lives close by.
We are pleased to welcome you to Garry Oak Meadows. Our well-appointed home is comfortably furnished with lovely antiques and contemporary pieces. It is truly a quiet place to relax after a long day of sightseeing. With 2200 square feet of living space and one acre of property, the layout is well suited for families or small groups traveling together. The dining room/living room easily accommodates family dining and gatherings. Relax on the deck overlooking woods or wander the gardens. Enjoy apple trees and berry patches in season. Have a BBQ and play croquet or horseshoes on the lawn. Take the bikes and explore the area or borrow the canoe and head to a lake.
We are equipped for children with toys, skim boards, playpen, high chair and baby gate.
Of special note, at the ground floor level of our home is a modern, fully contained, separate studio suite for 2 people who desire more privacy. The suite’s high quality pull-out sleep sofa is one of 4 beds listed for our home. The playpen fits best in the suite.
Disability access to the suite includes portable ramps, wider doorways, grab bars and large shower with seat. The kitchen and bathroom counter are standard height. There is no disability access to main area of the house. The gardens and drive are quite level.
On the main floor of our house, you will find one bedroom and full bathroom with jetted tub and shower attachment, kitchen, dining room, family room and living room. Through the kitchen’s sliding doors is a large, deck (with baby gate) overlooking lawns with magnificent Douglas fir trees beyond the back fence. Many rare birds live in the surrounding woodland. The ground floor of our home hosts two bedrooms with full bathroom, laundry room and mudroom (especially good when returning from the beach).
Historic Hatley Castle and gardens, Witty’s Beach, Tower Point Park, Esquimalt Lagoon and Fort Rodd Hill are examples of interesting local areas to visit while staying at Garry Oak Meadows.
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 2200 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, Beds for 8-9
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Upper floor
- Bedroom 2
- 1 double
- Lower floor
- Bedroom 3
- 1 double
- Lower floor
- Bedroom 4
- 1 sleep sofa /futon
- In self-contained studio ste. Quality double sleep sofa.
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- jetted tub, toilet, shower
- Upper floor
- Bathroom 2
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- Lower floor
- Bathroom 3
- toilet, shower
- Disability access shower
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Toaster
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
Amenities
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Stereo
Communications
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Family
- Historic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Location & View
- Ocean View
Activities
- Churches
- Massage Therapist
- Medical Services
- Fitness Center
- Water Tubing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Wind-Surfing
- Fly Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Ice Skating
- Laundromat
- Pier Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Golf
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Roller Blading
- Hospital
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Library
- Playground
- Recreation Center
- Restaurants
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas
- Marina
- Botanical Garden
- Winery Tours
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Gambling Casinos
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseshoes
- Miniature Golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Paddle Boating
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
Other Activities
Reviews
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Long time friends
Long time friends
- Guest Teacher
- Date of stay 03/01/13
- Review Submitted 03/18/13
Our family of two adults & three children (now teens) have had the honor of staying in this home for many years. Each year the owners have up-dated at least one area of the property and the photos are an accurate reflection of the condition of the home. Renovations have been tastefully done for comfort and ease. The location is peaceful, the home cozy & clean, and the location perfect for the variety of opportunities for which we have used it. Cooking our own food has been important for our budget, and the kitchen & dining area easily exceeded our needs. The location is wonderful for walks, hikes, & swims and we have especially enjoyed exploring Witty's Lagoon. Grocery stores are available within a short 15 min. drive, and downtown Victoria is also easily accessible. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend or relative.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Accommodation for retreat leaders
Accommodation for retreat leaders
- Guest Sonya and Dale
- Date of stay 09/24/12
- Review Submitted 03/18/13
We were in the Victoria area to lead week-long Mirror Images Retreats and have stayed at the suite of Garry Oak Meadows several times The suite unit has a private entrance, was attractive, clean, and well equipped with everything necessary for a week's stay. We visited the whole house which is spacious, clean and very welcoming and comfortable. The location is safe and secure with a sense of privacy and seclusion. The grounds are groomed gardens and fruit trees. Dr. Sonja Mirror Images RetreatsRecommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
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Visiting Albertan
Visiting Albertan
- Guest janabanana
- Date of stay 11/27/12
- Review Submitted 03/17/13
The house is very warm and inviting. The beaches nearby are beautiful and great all year round. Close enough to downtown Victoria that you can enjoy everything, then come back to a peaceful gorgeous area for downtime and quiet. The house is set back from the road so there is no road noise and the backyard backs onto forest for privacy. Love this home, and can't wait to come back!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Victoria paradise
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- Guest Paris
- Date of stay 07/13/12
- Review Submitted 03/16/13
Jeanette and Dennis have a lovely house, very nicely decorated and clean. They have tons of knowledge on local attractions and have coupon books, to help save you money :). Their home is Eco-friendly, and lush with trees and gardens. It was very relaxing and as an added bonus, we had home made jam :). Anyone traveling to Victoria should stay here!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Guest Suite at Garry Oak Meadows
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- Guest Kalina
- Date of stay 06/15/12
- Review Submitted 03/16/13
The private suite was a perfect size for the two of us! It has a full size bed, small kitchen, bathroom and washer/dryer in the unit. It's located really close to a beautiful beach and trailwalks. Downtown Victoria is no more than 15min drive. The hosts were extremely nice, welcoming and helpful with directions. We would love to stay here again!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Garry Oak Meadows suite
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- Guest Marjoleon
- Date of stay 07/22/11
- Review Submitted 03/16/13
We had a lovely time staying with Jeanette and Dennis! it was a beautiful little and clean room. It is for a bed and breakfast unique to have also a kitchen. After weeks eating in restaurants we were very happy to cook in our own kitchen. We got to taste their homegrown plumbs and they were very nice. Jeanette and Dennis are very helpful and told us about the cycling tour, the Galloping Goose Trail. We can recommend it! Not to forget; they have the sweetest dog ever, Molly!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Garry Oak Meadows suite
Guest comment entered by ownerGarry Oak Meadows suite
- Guest Charles
- Date of stay 11/23/12
- Review Submitted 03/16/13
Jeanette and Dennis are excellent hosts – very helpful with attractions, both nearby and in Victoria. And Molly is a most gracious greeter. The somewhat rural location ensures quiet and privacy – but a car is a good idea for the 15 minute drive to Victoria. The 1½ rooms plus bath and kitchen are super clean and well stocked with food (even fresh from the garden). A great valueDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Paul
- Date of stay 08/24/12
- Review Submitted 03/16/13
House is very nice, makes you feel like you are in you own little escape. as the house is situated down a long driveway set a ways back from the road. Water is within walking distance and only a 15-20 minute drive to downtown Victoria.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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A beautiful place
A beautiful place
- Guest galloping goose
- Date of stay 07/03/12
- Review Submitted 03/15/13
I have stayed in the main part of the house more than once, and always felt very welcomed. The home is large, nicely decorated, situated in a quiet pastoral setting. Perfect for a family. There is so much to explore all-around, is is only a fifteen minutes drive to downtown Victoria and then there is Sooke and it's pot holes, and close-by there are forest trails, art galleries, beaches... bird life, deer in the yard, flowers and organic vegetables. A perfect restful place for an extended stay. I will recommend it to my guests heading to Victoria!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
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A suite like a little nest for a single person.
A suite like a little nest for a single person.
- Guest galloping goose
- Date of stay 10/08/12
- Review Submitted 03/15/13
I have felt very safe and very comfortable in the little suite, a perfect place for a woman traveling alone. The setting of the house, well set back from the road in a pastoral area is refreshing and restful, after a day spent shopping or visiting Victoria. There is nothing quiet like it: hearty welcome from Jeanette, a little chat, may be a tour of the garden, then time to relax in the privacy of the suite or walk to Witty's beach, close by.The owners are welcoming, the home comfortable. Attention to detail makes this place special. I will be back with my bycicle to explore the Galloping Goose trail.Recommended for: Age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
CAN$300 | CAN$1589 | CAN$5600 | |||
| Spring Apr 26 - May 31 3 night min stay |
CAN$178 | CAN$1246 | CAN$3920 | |||
| Fall Sep 16 - Sep 30 3 night min stay |
CAN$178 | CAN$1246 | ||||
Additional information about rental rates
Transfer rental funds to owner's PayPal account to protect your payment and have verification. 50% deposit at time of reservation. 50% remainder 30 days prior to check in.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
Cleaning fee: $150.00
Security deposit: $500.00
Taxes included
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Victoria at 38 Kilometres
- Nearest Ferry: Swartz Bay, BC Ferries at 43 Kilometres
- Nearest Motorway: Sooke Highway at 5 Kilometres
- Nearest Beach: Witty's Lagoon and beach at 0.3 Kilometres
- Nearest Barpub: Country Rose at 5.5 Kilometres
- Nearest Ski: Mount Washington, Courtenay at 320 Kilometres
- Nearest Golf: Metchosin Golf Club and Olympic View Golf Club at 2 Kilometres
- Nearest Restaurant: Mychosin Cafe and Broken Paddle Coffee Shop at 3 Kilometres
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1997
About the owner: Dennis is recently retired from the Royal Canadian Navy and Jeanette is a Primary Health Care Nurse who works on short term assignments in Canada's far north. Both enjoy gardening, hiking, cycling and kayaking. Jeanette draws and paints and you will find evidence of her works in the home.
Why the Owner Chose Victoria:
Purchasing Garry Oak Meadows 15 years ago, was a dream come true for us. With the house well set back from the road, we have privacy and peace. A combination of factors, such as proximity to beaches, the berry garden, organic vegetable garden, fruit trees, and rare birds, made Garry Oak Meadows appeal to our rural roots.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Easy access to city amenities and medical care combined with this pastoral setting enables us to enjoy the best of both worlds. We especially enjoy harvesting our organic produce some of which will be ripe when visitors are here. Help yourself to organic blueberries, blackberries, cherries, apples, or raspberries in season.
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Photos
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Garry Oak Meadows - surrounded by lush gardens and trees
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Outside deck in back garden area. Steps leading down to outdoor grill.
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Witty's lagoon Park close to Garry Oak Meadows.
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Front door entry. Looking down into entry from main floor of house.
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lengthwise view of fully equipped kitchen
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Kitchen faces lawn and often deer pass through.
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Spacious living room with piano.
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Dining room with table in smallest position. Table expands to comfortably fit 6.
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Cheval mirror on stand in bedroom on entry level floor.
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Antique wardrobe bedroom main floor
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Bathroom on main floor with jetted tub.
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Full modern bathroom in private suite.
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Back deck and garden with cherry tree in blossom
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Haystack Isles close to home. Olympic mtns (USA) and Straits of Juan de Fuca
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Sitting lady Falls in Witty's lagoon Park. Within 40 min walk.
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Landing at head of stairs coming into kitchen, living and family rooms.
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granite countertops and sink in newly renovated kitchen. Lots of counter space.
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Living room with more formal furniture.
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Family room with big screen TV, fireplace and comfortable furnishings
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4 poster double bed with cozy comforter Telephone handy.
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warm appealing comfortable bed in bdr main floor
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Modern studio suite kitchen with bed ready for guests.
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