We're a family of 4 with two teen boys (13 and 16) and a dog and this condo worked out great for a fun and relaxing family holiday. The views from the upstairs bedroom and main floor living room are direct ocean views with the lovely sound of the waves to fall asleep to.

There was a perfect amount of space for 4 people, everyone slept well in the comfortable beds, there were plenty of towels for swimming and showers. The kitchen also had everything we needed.

We used the pool and hot tub at least once a day (sometimes twice) and beach combing on the shore directly off the complex was great (there doesn't appear to be much life at first but gently move a boulder and you'll see 5 or 10 little crabs scurry for cover).

The complex was busier than I anticipated with lots of families with toddlers running around during the day, however the pool was often ours alone and the complex was always silent once the sun went down. In addition, the main floor deck had high bushes with lots of leaves so sitting outside for dinner was private and comfortable.

Here were a few of my highlights from the area:

- Asteras Greek Restaurant in nearby Nanaimo was the best Greek food I've ever had

- The Raptors Visitors Centre Hawk Walk was enjoyable and memorable (staff obviously love the birds and take great care of them)

- Sushi Wara had excellent sushi

- An evening in Victoria was wonderful with a trip to Munro's Books, sea food at Fishhook and a Fringe Festival play (I'd also recommend a water taxi ride if you haven't been to Victoria before)

Thanks to Scott and Patricia for a great get-away.