Architect Designed and Decorated Waterfront House
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
An architectural gem. Original design features of the house remain and combined with the spectacular view of the ocean, garden and forest combine to make this a very special property. The house has been carefully furnished by the architect owner (grandson of the original architect) to ensure a comfortable and relaxing vacation for couples or families. Relax on the deck, the wood burning fireplace or one of the special seating areas located around the property on the walk down to the waterfront. Try fishing or swimming off the rocks, spotting eagles, seals and whales from the deck and waterfront. There are also all the amenities and activities (restaurants, museums, zip-lining, hiking, fishing tours, kayaking tours etc) available in Sooke and Victoria only a short drive away.
Property Type
- 1 story
- Bungalow
- 1100 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Limited Accessibility
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 king
- View of the Sooke Bay and forest
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- view of the garden
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- view of the forest
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Dishes & Utensils
- Toaster
Amenities
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Parking
- Hair Dryer
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
Communications
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Location & View
- Ocean View
- Oceanfront
Activities
- Restaurants
- Horseback Riding
- Paddle Boating
- Sight Seeing
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- Massage Therapist
- Antiquing
- Medical Services
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Wind-Surfing
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Miniature Golf
- Shelling
- Botanical Garden
- Churches
- Marina
- Playground
- Recreation Center
- Winery Tours
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas
- Wildlife Viewing
- Live Theater
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Shopping
- Boating
- Museums
- Hunting
Other Activities
Reviews
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A Cozy Cottage in an Amazing Locatoin
A Cozy Cottage in an Amazing Locatoin
- Guest Jerry W.
- Date of stay 05/02/13
- Review Submitted 05/17/13
My wife and I stayed five nights in this cottage outside Sooke. It was everything we had hoped for and more. First, the obvious draw is the location overlooking the bay. The owners have done an outstanding job creating outdoor space in a setting that begs you to be outdoors. They have created a well-defined walking trail that leads to water's edge, and includes sitting areas on about four different levels. The area right around the cottage is full of gardens and includes a lily pond with running water. The extra large deck provides plenty of space for sitting, eating, or grilling while looking over the bay and at the beautiful sunsets. Inside the cottage, the owners have updated most everything . . . modern appliances, clean space, and most everything you need to have a wonderful stay. The bed was super-comfortable and provided great sleep . , , sometimes hard to find in strange beds. Windows throughout the cottage provide views of the surroundings from every room. Julia, the owner, was prompt and helpful in responding to emails. Gerhard, Julia's father-in-law, met me at the property and briefed me on the amenities of the place. He also checked in with me once during our stay to make sure everything was satisfactory. I'd love to return to Sooke . . . and I'd love to do that tomorrow . . . and if I did, this place is where I would want to stay.Owner response: Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay here.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
CAN$300 | CAN$1750 | CAN$4900 | |||
| Low Season Oct 1 - May 30 2 night min stay |
CAN$175 | CAN$1050 | CAN$2240 | |||
| High Season Jun 1 - Sep 30 2 night min stay |
CAN$300 | CAN$1750 | CAN$4900 | |||
| Christmas and New Years Dec 24 - Jan 2, 2014 9 night min stay |
CAN$1900 flat fee |
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Additional information about rental rates
50% deposit required at booking.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
Final Cleaning - $50 to $100 (depends on length of stay and # of people)
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 International at 50 Kilometres
- Nearest Ferry: Schwartz bay terminal at 55 Kilometres
- Nearest Motorway: Highway #14 at 3 Kilometres
- Nearest Beach: Witty's Beach at 10 Kilometres
- Nearest Barpub: 17 Mile House Pub at 3.5 Kilometres
- Nearest Ski: Mt Washington at 250 Kilometres
- Nearest Golf: Olympic View at 15 Kilometres
- Nearest Restaurant: 17 Mile House at 3.5 Kilometres
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1980
Why the Owner Chose Sooke:
The house was designed by local architect Antony Burkart as a weekend house/retreat. Most of the original features remain including the unique copper leafed fire place and hand burnt/stained beams. The house is still owned by the Burkart family and has been furnished with high quality furniture and design under the influence of the grandson of Antony who is also an architect.
The Unique Benefits at this Bungalow:
The house is set on a stunning waterfront property that is covered with trees and with views to the west across the Sooke Basin to the Town of Sooke. The landscaped yard includes beautiful flowers and trees as well as a fish pond with lily pads. In the summer it is possible to swim off the rocks as well as fishing and kayaking in the bay. Of course there is also lots of wildlife spotting - eagles, seals, whales, deer maybe black bears or a cougar if you are lucky.
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Photos
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Living room (with a view over the deck to the water)
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Dining room with view of the water
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One of the quiet seating areas on the property
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Bedroom #2 - queen sized bed
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Bedroom #1 with kingsize bed, view of forest and water
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View of house and deck from the path to the waterfront
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Large Kitchen
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Pond and garden area
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Another seating area on the path to the waters edge
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Fish pond with Lily pads
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Sunset view from the deck
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View from the waters edge
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View from the deck/living room and dining room
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Living room from the dining area
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Bedroom #2
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Bedroom #2
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Front Entrance and side garden
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Bathroom with bath and shower
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View of the patio/deck
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Sunset from the patio
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In the lily pond
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Living room, copper-leafed wood fireplace
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