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Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #3
2 Double Beds
Bedroom #4
2 Twin Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock
Welcome to The Farmily, beautiful 3,000 square house surrounded by 40 acres set on the ocean in the Cowichan region just outside of Chemainus. Very private acreage for a family or friend gathering. Perfect for children of all ages with nature walks, fairy houses on the trails, lakes and golf courses outside your door. Kyaking from your own private ocean front around the small islands and exploring the coastal waters is a lovely way to see the westcoast landscape. 3 Kyaks and oars are all provided. You don't have to leave the property to have a wonderful vacation. The property is a unique mixture of agriculture, equestrian property, estuary and 800 year old trees leading down to the ocean. Horses and deer are companions. Expansive fields, walking trails through private forest, 1/4 mile running track and grass areas for family games such as bocce ball, badminton, croquet and soccer. We have lots of lawn games here to use. Various walking trails along the ocean bluff. 40 fruit trees can be enjoyed during the fruit picking seasons. In the summer time you can swim off the dock in waters heated by the tidal sands. Digging for clams and oysters is also a favourite pastime in season. Horses on the property are always there for a good nuzzle looking for a carrot or treat. This private and beautiful house is spacious and comfortable for large groups or families who enjoy nature. All four bedrooms have private ensuites and there is a lower level relaxation, yoga and play area. All yoga mats, props already provided. Wonderful for any self directed workshops, book clubs, quilting groups or yoga groups looking for a spacious area to set their workshops. The host can also organize scavenger hunts, nature walks, horse drawn carriage rides or yoga and meditation. Lovely big fields and walking trails along the ocean bluff to your private dock. We are within walking distance of a beautiful golf course, Chemainus has a preforming arts theatre with quaint shopping and dining experiences. Within a 25 mile radius are some of BC's most celebrated vineyards, with farm to table restaurants. Fishing, boating, swimming and scuba diving is all available along the coastal waters.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Any events you will need to have it pre-approved
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Any events you will need to have it pre-approved
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 0010781, H029983506
About the neighborhood
Chemainus
Located in Chemainus, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company and Teafarm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Antiques Post Office Mall and Duncan Farmers Market. Traveling with kids? Consider The Raptors and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

Chemainus, BC
What's nearby
- Mount Brenton Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Fuller Lake Arena - 5 min drive - 1.2 km
- Chemainus Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
- Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
- Chemainus Valley Museum - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Crofton Hotel Pub - 10 min drive
- Motherhen - 7 min drive
- Haida Way Family Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Jollity Farm Shop & Cafe - 3 min drive
- Saltair Pub - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane B.
Aug 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diane B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sage G.
Aug 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat!



Sage G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location and Stay
Phil L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon M.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
Sharon M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andy M.
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Annie P.
Apr 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Annie P.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Randa M.
Oct 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Randa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie C.
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fiona S.
Aug 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Fiona S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette C.
Feb 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Jeanette C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
4/10 Poor
John E.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Family getaway
John E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary Lin H.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat for a reunion of friends

Mary Lin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
Sep 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat!
Sarah G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy B.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of a kind retreat getaway
Jeremy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karin N.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Family Reunion
Karin N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
Oct 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Michael B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
Oct 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Private Retreat space
Phil L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nikki G.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation rental
Nikki G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rudy
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Rudy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
James
Dec 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
James
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
joan s.
Aug 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vancouver Island Vacation
joan s.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl D.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chemainus Adventure
Cheryl D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven
Susan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Heidi Schumann
I am passionate about horses, yoga and nature. Combining these passions on this property and sharing it with guests has been a childhood dream of mine. When guests arrive I encourage them to unplug from their technology gadgets (of course wifi is here!) but taking time to appreciate nature and the surrounding area. Ask me about the history of this farm as it dates back to the early 1900's and has been part of the rum running days and slave escape route as well as a colorful more local history. I love to share suggestions for vineyards, restaurants and hiking trails in the area. Swimming during high tide in the warm water off the dock is a favourite summer pastime. Hope to share this piece of paradise with you!! I can organize family games or children's nature walks and story telling. Making birdhouses or fairy houses with children is just a start of some of the playshops that can be arranged. We also have a local baking school that can take your group and teach you the skills of bread and dessert making. Let me know what you want to experience as a family or group and I am more then happy to help you plan your vacation both on the property and off the property.
Why they chose this property
This property is stunning with ancient trees and walking paths to the ocean. Lots of room to explore and yet 1 km walk to the town of Chemainus with it's small quaint shops and performing arts theatre. The Cowichan Valley has vineyards and farm to table restaurants and markets scattered throughout the area. Wonderful hiking trails and kayaking and boating all within 20 min of the Farmily Retreat. We are across the street from a lovely 18 hold picturesque golf course.
What makes this property unique
A very private house on a gated 40 acre ocean side property with room to collect as a group or family in the flex space or escape for alone time to read a book or walk and immerse yourself in nature. Private dock.
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