Looking east towards the ocean.
Location: Duncan, Vancouver Island, The Islands, British Columbia, Canada (6.1 Mile (9 Kilometers) Meandering Drive from Duncan)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Oceanfront Cottage
Situated on a rock outcrop on Maple Bay, this epitome of what a seaside cottage should be has a 270-degree view of the bay. This charming and comfortable cottage is set on a third of an acre of waterfront amongst mature Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Arbutus, and Dogwood Trees. The ocean side of the property has been left in its natural state, sloping down to a private rocky beach with rocky outcrops on either side.
This 1932 two-bedroom cottage is hidden from the road down a long gravel drive. Enjoy a peaceful stroll amongst the Rhodos and Azaleas. Sip your wine and enjoy the ocean view with its ever-changing scenery from the large covered veranda. Or sit back and watch deer graze, Bald Eagles soar or families of quails skitter about.
Each room offers wonderful ocean views, even the laundry room! The living room has built-in bookcases on either side of the lovely fireplace. A stereo, and hide-a-bed compliment the antique furniture. The bedrooms feature antique brass beds and beautiful antique chests of drawers. The kitchen features a wonderful restored 1954 Moffat electric range, original cabinets, a microwave, coffee maker and 2 new refrigerators. Each room has wonderful antique light fixtures,collectable furnishings and Persian carpets.The bathroom was just restored with a pedistal sink, white subway tiles and the largest new tub/shower that I could buy.Soaking in the tub with a glass of wine and a candle is a great way to end a day of sightseeing.Sorry there’s no dishwasher, but the view from the kitchen sink makes this chore a pleasure. All that is needed is your clothes, your groceries and the desire to relax. You may want to bring your cell phone. Keep it turned off, for you may want the tranquillity instead.
The cottage is comfortable walking distance to an excellent restaurant and the popular local pub with live bands on weekends. Rent a kayak just down the road and enjoy a day's outing to Salt Spring Island. Enjoy a lovely walk in the neighbourhood and if you are feeling energetic, hike up the neighbouring Maple Mountain.
If you are interested in antique hunting, a half-hour drive north will take you to Chemainus, "The Little Town That Did". A day trip North to Coombs is a must. Victoria is an hour and a half South. If supplies are needed, you can take a ten-minute meandering drive into Duncan. Duncan has everything from fine dining, to bookstores, to one-of-a-kind clothing stores. There is really fresh veggies and Island grown meat and local seafood too. Of course all the essentials as well.(from Safeway to a Walmart Super Centre)
This quote from Maple Bay's guest book says it all: Your Maple Bay Cottage is a magical place. All the right combinations of naturalness, warmth, light, ocean, birds, rabbits, flowers, trees... We enjoyed all the thoughtfulness you put into this cottage. Everything we could possibly have needed was here. We could just sit back and relax. It was a special week... Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful place.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Other Amenities
- Smoking outside only please
- Suitability
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Allowed : outside only please
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
June Jul, Aug and Sept...... $1750/week.
Balance of Year .............. $ 1400/week.
Security & Damage Deposit: $300.
Short Stays, When Available .. $250/night, minimum charge is $750.00
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Looking east towards the ocean. - Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada Oceanfront Cottage
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- Maple Bay in the evening from the verandah. - Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada Oceanfront Cottage
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- Sitting on the verandah. - Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada Oceanfront Cottage
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- The living room fireplace.
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #92382
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