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SAUNA, FIREPLACE, BBQ HUT, - near UBC, close to downtown, airport, cruise ships
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 900 sq. ft. |
| Property type | apartment |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
Private, 2 bedroom, gorgeous gardens, close to everything.
The Secret Garden is a serene retreat nestled in gorgeous gardens in one of the most beautiful and safe neighbourhoods in Vancouver. Ten minutes to UBC or downtown - close to the best of everything Vancouver has to offer!
Our large, bright yet cozy apartment occupies the ground level of a character home. Just outside the separate entrance are a private patio, BBQ hut for guests and the lush back garden.
The carpeted living room has large windows looking onto gardens, a big comfy couch and extra seating, a gas fireplace and flatscreen tv.
There are two bedrooms, both with windows looking onto gardens. The master has a queen bed and the other bedroom a double bed and sleeping nook for kids.
The kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, toaster, kettle; everything you need to cook at home. The fridge and stove are both full size.
The dining area also looks onto gardens and has seating for six.
Our luxurious tiled bathroom with walk-in shower, rainhead, and granite counter opens into a private sauna.
The laundry room has a washing machine and dryer, laundry tubs, and cleaning supplies. There are no charges for the use of the washer and dryer.
Our tropical feel back garden features a large stone deck, water feature and landscape lighting. Birds and squirrels visit many times a day and can often be seen drinking at the fountain. The garden is featured annually in the “Dunbar in Bloom” garden tour in May.
The front garden has a delightful little stone patio surrounded by beautiful trees and shrubs.
We are half a block from Dunbar Village in the historic neighbourhood of Dunbar-Southlands. Within two blocks are many restaurants and bars, liquor store, produce and fish markets, Starbucks and other coffee shops, Mac's, drug store, small shops, beauty salons and medical clinic. SaveOnFoods is at 41st and Dunbar. A fresh fruit and vegetable market is two blocks away at Dunbar and 28th.
There is ample free parking in front of the house with no need for permits.
Families with children will enjoy the Dunbar Community Centre, one block away, which has a great playground, tennis courts, fitness centre and picnic area.
The west side beaches are a ten-minute drive or short bus ride down the hill. Also nearby are UBC, the Museum of Anthropology and several public golf courses. A few blocks west is the entrance to Pacific Spirit Park where you can walk for hours in old-growth forest. A 10-minute drive or 25-minute bus ride takes you to downtown Vancouver.
Granville Island, Queen Elizabeth Park, VanDusen Gardens, Commercial Drive, South Granville, Main Street and UBC are some of the attractions you won't want to miss on our side of town.
For families with small children we have a play-and-pack and high chair free of charge.
If you are looking for a relaxing vacation in a quiet, beautiful setting close to the best of everything Vancouver has to offer, we would love to welcome you to The Secret Garden.
About Noo-Noo
Hi:
My name is Noo-Noo - grandmother, gardener and part-time businesswoman. I live upstairs and am available by phone but not necessarily in 24-hour residence. No dogs, cats, raucous parties or elephants bowling up here! Just let me know if you need anything and I'll be happy to help.
Noo-Noo purchased this apartment in 1985
Why Noo-Noo chose Vancouver
I love Dunbar! I moved here from North Van in 1985. I bought this home for its large treed lot, proximity to the forest and Dunbar Village and most of all I loved the character of the house (it used to be an old mill worker's home and was built in 1924).
What makes this apartment unique
The location is fantastic - everything needed for day to day living is within walking distance. There is a SaveOnFoods 11 blocks away and our new Stongs Supermarket is only three blocks from the house. There are 11 restaurants/ coffee shops/ diners offering British pub food, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Subway and sushi all within three blocks (and Starbucks!) as well as a liquor store, drug store, and various small shops. There are three parks within a few blocks and a beautiful garden to enjoy no matter what the season.
Guestbook comments from the manager
Awesome shower and sauna I have to say...right in the suite itself...better than any hotel at that price.
Kitchen with everything you could want and an upscale supermarket, Stongs at the end of the block that's open till midnight.
Super quiet, great beds and just a beautiful getaway that's 15 minutes from downtown.
We are staying there whenever we go to Vancouver from now on if at all possible.
Amenities
West Side Apartment Accommodation and Amenities
- apartment
- floor 1
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- 900 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 3:30 PM /
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Max. adults: 4
- Min. age of primary renter: 25
- Children welcome ...
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only ...
- Downtown ...
- Near The Ocean ...
- Village ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Clothes Dryer ...
- Fireplace ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided ...
- Washing Machine ...
- Free Wifi
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
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shower
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Luxurious tiled bathroom with private sauna
- One bathroom with walk-in rain shower, granite countertop, storage cupboard.
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 double , Bedroom also has a little sleeping nook for a small child.
- Two bedrooms: one with QUEEN bed and one with DOUBLE bed. Play-and-Pack and highchair available for kids.
- Books ...
- Games ...
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo ...
- Television ...
- Toys ...
- Video Library ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Tennis ...
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Sauna ...
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- water parks
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- photography
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cross country skiing
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- rock climbing
- roller blading
- sailing
- skiing
- snowboarding
- swimming
- tennis
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(35 traveler reviews)
A Paradise in quiet Dunbar!
The Secret Garden is a gem of a retreat tucked away in the lovely and convenient neighborhood of Dunbar. We were wowed by both the apartment and gardens, even more beautiful than the photos. The talented and artistic owner Noo-Noo has taken great efforts to create the perfect oasis for an unforgettable stay. Her lush and delightful "secret garden" welcomed us into a beautifully decorated, well-appointed and spacious apartment, in which every room was so thoughtfully put together. No detail was overlooked and we had everything we needed, including a well-stocked kitchen, umbrellas for the rain showers, and plenty of guidebooks and local recommendations. With a private sauna, we felt like we were staying at a spa! We also loved the Dunbar neighborhood, so quiet and green yet close to everything.
We are grateful to Noo-Noo for her warmth and hospitality, and her great suggestions for what to see and do, and how to get around. It was interestingly to chat with Noo-Noo about how the neighborhood has evolved over the years, and to learn about some of the current local issues (recycling, garbage); when you're a visitor to the area, these personal interactions really enhance the experience. Thank you Noo-Noo for being a such caring and thoughtful host and letting us stay at your lovely property!
An excellent accomodation in Vancouver
A quiet place with a lovely garden (including a very good barbeque) in a very busy city, like others already wrote, a real gem. Parking just in front of the house, good connection to public transport system, quiet neighbourhood, close distance to e.g. botanical garden, several beaches , ... The flat was well equipped and perfectly clean. I just could not imagine a better location to explore Vancouver.
Charming and comfortable home. Tha neighborhood was also very charming.
The home is in a lovely and safe neighborhood.
Noo noo is very friendly and helpful. Great location, a short walk
To good restaurants and stores. We had everything we needed.
Excellent
The Secret Garden is a rare gem in a lovely neighborhood. NooNoo was very helpful with suggestions and directions. It felt like coming home after a long day of sight seeing. Accommodations were excellent. The Shultzs
Peaceful & quiet.
Only a few blocks away form an excellent hike through UBC trails. Really enjoyed our stay.
Amazing !!!
Don't know where to start because there is so much to say about our stay. Noo-Noo is such a lovely lady. She gave us advice on what to do in and around Vancouver and what not to do. She's so friendly and just talking with her seemed like we had know each other for years.
The apartment is gorgeous. Furnished to a very high standard. The beds are beautiful and comfortable, the kitchen is very well equipped and the bathroom has a lovely rain shower and sauna. Why on earth would you pay for a hotel room when you can have all this for less !!!!
There's shops and restaurants just around the corner (Try the Indian, it's beautiful )
When we come back to Vancouver there's only one place we will be staying. Thank you Noo-Noo for making our stay so special. Jacquie&Rob.
Map
The Secret Garden is in the historic neighbourhood of Dunbar-Southlands, on a quiet, tree-lined street half a block from Dunbar Village. A 10-minute drive or 20-minute bus ride takes you downtown. The best beaches in Vancouver are just down the hill - Jericho, Spanish Banks, Locarno, and Kitsilano. The University of British Columbia is a 10-minute drive. Also on this side of town are the Museum of Anthropology, VanDusen Gardens, the Planetarium, Science World, and the funky areas of Main Street and Commercial Drive for bars, ethnic restaurants and music. The old fishing village of Steveston is half an hour's drive - great fish and chips and you can buy fresh fish off the boats to cook in our fully equipped kitchen.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning Fee | $39.73 |
| Additional Guest Fee | $15.89 per person per night |
| Damage Deposit | $119.19 |
Extra guest fee is $20.00 per person per night for guests after 2.
Cleaning fee is $50 on stays of less than one week.
Manager's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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