Fabulous! Perfect! Incredible property. Host is wonderful. Had a big family reunion and there was more than enough room for everything and everyone. Big kitchen that spans right out to the conversational entertaining area, huge ground floor room to hold a big party of people opening out to a grassy sloping field surrounded by tall trees. Beautiful horse with the demeanor of a puppy wanting hugs and kisses. The fields, the forest, the walk to the beautiful waterfront, it is a magical place. Tranquil, secluded, quiet and able to easily hold a large group of people. Super clean and ready for check-in. Host was ready to help anytime we needed it. Lovely time, lovely place. Incredible value.
8 senior ladies enjoyed our stay. It is perfect for seniors as there are bathrooms in each bedroom, and all on the same level. No stairs to worry about, unless you care to go downstairs to the play/yoga recreation area. The e-mail was not always workingâŠ..spotty, but that was not a big issue. We enjoyed finding our way down to the ocean through the fields, and trails. All in all, we would recommend it. Many thanks to Heidi for leaving us a fruit basket, to die for pastries, coffee, and granola that some just took handfuls of!!!
Kitchen, dining and living room is a good sized open area with the four bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and shower off the main floor. In the lower area there is an L shaped couch and two armchairs for relaxing. Lower area also has space for kids to play, yoga or meditation with French doors leading to a large verandah with seating and a barbecue. We were a group of 9 women on a retreat. Good for vacations or retreats. Area central to mid and southern island sites. Heidi, our host was fantastic with a welcome breakfast of coffee, eggs, fruit, yogurt and pastries. Heidi was also quick to reply to any questions we had. Walk to beach was beautiful.
The property was as advertised. So clean ,lots of room .Beautiful home. Heidi was amazing very easy to contact and replied quickly. She left us a welcome goody basket which was over the top! Baked goods, yogurt , coffee beans fruit cream ,fresh flowers !.Every night we came home to 5 to 6 deer eating the apples in the orchard. An amazingly outstanding stay. Thankyou !
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The host was attentive, but not intrusive. Questions were answered, minor issues that arose were immediately resolved.The house, the land, the welcome - all were perfect!
This is one of those rare listings where you are not just renting the house, you are renting the property as well. This is like having your own private park in your backyard. Decades old, towering cedar trees, local wildlife, interesting trails and all backing onto an inlet of the Salish Sea. When not exploring the amazing property there is a great nearby freshwater lake (if that is your preference) as well as the Saltspring Island Ferry and communities like Cowichan Bay and Chemainus.We liked the âfarmhouseâ feel of the home and the surrounding property was perfect for a family vacation.
Heidi was a very friendly and thoughtful host, leaving an assortment of treats upon our arrival and providing clear instructions on where to find things, including kayaks, fairy houses, and good bakeries! The property is idyllic with so many tranquil and peaceful spaces. From hanging out with Francine and Lucy (the horses) to watching seals play in the water, there are ample opportunities for moments of serenity. The house was ideal for a family vacation with plenty of space to gather as well as enough room to enjoy privacy and quiet time.I would highly recommend this rental!
The property was perfect for our group of 7 older adults. The house was lovely with a central common area for conversation. The property was landscaped with beautiful flowers. Each day brought new glimpses of wildlife and happy horses. The nights were blissfully quiet. Heidi was a gracious host who responded immediately to all our needs.
Absolutely lovely! Couldnât have found a better place. The host was very kind and although we were working we all felt like it was a vacation! Thanks so much
We love this property and Heidi is amazing. It is the perfect place for our girls weekend away and look forward to coming back again soon. This was our third time here! Love it!
This is a magical place-the house is spacious and well-appointed and the grounds are just spectacular! We were so delighted by the ancient trees, the marshes and the exquisite waterfront.
This property is absolutely perfect for a getaway of several couples on a gourmet cooking weekend. Each couple had lovely bedroom with private bathroom and a central kitchen that was extremely well stocked. The setting is beautiful with a beautiful walk to the ocean side. Close proximity to Chemainus. Heidi was welcoming, helpful, and responsive. My group will likely be back!
As always this house made another girls weekend a success! With the kitchen adjacent to the dining and living area, makes cooking enjoyable as you donât feel separated from the conversations. All bedrooms just off the main living area with their own bathrooms are comfortable and nicely appointed. The property is serene and peaceful.
Heidi always has something special waiting for her guests and is so attentive and warm!
Thanks again see you in February!
Heidi is amazing. The horses are awesome, although I'm not going to lie Franny's my favorite. The pictures on VRBO do not give it justice. The walking trails and oceans and amenities offered as well as the house and everything in it could not be improved upon. If you're looking for a place to stay with fresh air Outdoors trails and yet all the modern convenience of the whole house, I wouldn't pick anywhere else.
A wonderful place to stay with family. House is very clean & comfortable. All rooms are spacious and have big ensuite bathrooms. Kitchen is very well stocked. We enjoyed the peaceful surroundings of the property and forest walk leading to the dock. It was a great experience and above all Heidi was very very quick to respond to any of our questions.
Heidi was very accommodating She made special arrangements for my brother-in-law to have his RV near the home We were welcomed by our host and Heidi left us fruit coffee cream pastries and treats
The home was the perfect venue for our family There were only 2 children but they enjoyed the outdoor nature paths with little ornaments They played bocce croquet and catch
The kitchen was a great gathering place
Living room close by for games
This house was close to the wedding and also town Some good coffee spots and walking paths
Wished we could have kayaked but didnât happen
I would definitely come back here again and hope we all do
Thankyou so much Heidi for everything
We did have one suggestion
A hot tub ??? It was a chilly weekend lol
This property is a most special rentalâŠ
Inside:
Spacious, well-appointed rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Lovely linens. Awesome yoga studio with all of the props/ mats needed ( I typically travel with my own mat) for a complete/safe practice. Beautuful kitchen with everything to prepare in-home meals. Great Wifi/Cell connectivity..
Outside: Heaven on 40 acres⊠gorgeous well-maintained walking pathsâŠocean at the end of the trail- apectacular views⊠the kayaks were awesome! Last but not least the canine/equine hosts and Heidi were the most welcoming and wonderful to connect with!
10 stars⊠wonderful!
Heidi was such a welcoming host and she was very responsive to questions throughout our stay.
The house was beautiful, and the trails and water access phenomenal.
Already planning another stay at this fantastic property
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.
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.
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.