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A complete self contained one bedroom apartment.

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Welcome to the Purple Door Carriage House. Please enjoy your stay.
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3576 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lantzville, BC
  • Place, Winchelsea View Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodgrove Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Departure Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A complete self contained one bedroom apartment.

A 576 sq. ft. complete 1 bedroom apartment. Private area. 10 minute walk to the beach. 20 minute walk to the downtown cozy community of Lantzville. 10 minute drive to Nanaimo's Woodgrove mall, Costco.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please remove shoes.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 BL21-10, H757918544

About the neighborhood

Lantzville

Located in Lantzville, this apartment is by the sea. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parksville Beach. Wilde and Sparrow and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking.
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Lantzville, BC

What's nearby

  • Winchelsea View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Departure Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Old City Quarter - 22 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodgrove Centre Food Court - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A complete self contained one bedroom apartment. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A complete self contained one bedroom apartment.?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A complete self contained one bedroom apartment. on May 5, 2026 start from $92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A complete self contained one bedroom apartment.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A complete self contained one bedroom apartment.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A complete self contained one bedroom apartment. located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Winchelsea View Golf Course, Woodgrove Shopping Centre, and Landmark Cinemas Nanaimo. Arbutus Grove Provincial Park and Long Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable, clean and quiet space. Great location near by a couple yummy local restaurants and some outdoor activities. Quick drive to shopping, restaurants and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great spot

Have stayed here multiple times and hope to keep coming back. The suite is just perfect and the location is just right for our short vacation needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island vacation

The property was in a great location for us. We enjoyed walking the beach nearby and the house was very well equipped !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

home away from home

very well done suited our needs perfectly would highly recommend to other vacationers
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace & Quiet

A peaceful and quiet stay in a quaint setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well Done!

Great location and everything we needed. Very cosy and well built lodging.
Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay!

Absolutely flawless!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week Stay

Absolutely perfect for a couple. Private unit with everything you could need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST VRBO

10/10 will hopefully make it back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Enjoyed my stay

Very nice place, everything you need. Location was okay, just wish a little closer to thing because I did not have vehicle all the time. I would definitely recommend to friends or family.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal local location

Great location for visiting the local sites. Well appointed, easy access. Well maintained. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and convenient

A comfortable, spotless and well equipped place to stay. Just a few minutes from north Nanaimo and a short walk from a lovely beach with great views to Maude Island and the mainland.
Stayed 22 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recommend

Totally suited our vacation plans
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Easy rental, super clean. Friendly hosts. The unit is well appointed throughout, not need for anything but you clothes.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lantville suite

Everything was as advertised. Very easy process and nice location. Perfect for two people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island trip

Accommodation was very spacious, really well designed clean and super comfortable. Exceeded our expectations. We will definitely come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
We enjoyed staying at this suite. It was private and relaxing. Tim was responsive when we had an issue with the code for the door. We felt taken care of and enjoyed that there was all the appliances we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect couples getaway

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at the purple door. We stayed for 8 nights and the location was perfect for us to go to Nanaimo, Coombs, Parksville, etc…Tim and Wanda have a very nice, clean, and quiet place. We enjoyed our stay and hope they will have us back in the future! Thank you Tim and Wanda! -Jason & Amber
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is excellent. It is brand new and very high quality. The location is perfect. Close to the beach and exploring the coast. Sitting on the patio you can enjoy the wooded area. Very relaxing and quiet. Would definitely recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey & Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern and exceptionally clean

Beautifully modern and incredibly clean property. Great check in process with wonderful hosts. Property located in a wonderful area to easily access and explore many different beaches, towns and hiking trails. Really appreciated having access to laundry in the suite and all the modern home amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This is a very nice place. Nothing could be better. It has a sky light which we enjoyed. Its just like the listing shows. We were there a month, so we know the place well. The hosts are great people also.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very nice place to stay. There is more privacy around the property than the outside picture looks. The host didn't reply in 24 hours but don't let that scare you off. They replied later and were very accommodating. We enjoyed the location for what we were doing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

The property was immaculate and run by very nice people. Overall exceeded my expectations. Will return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apartment well done with quality , no corners cut.

Effortless and easy to do book.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim and Wanda Cullen

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Wanda and I have lived here for the past 30 years. We just recently built a new garage for us along with the 1 bedroom apartment attached to the side. We use it for guests and friends that come to visit.

Why they chose this property

Close to family and just a nice place to live.

What makes this property unique

A small style community that is right next door to the larger city of Nanaimo.

Languages:

English

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