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Cottage of Tranquility
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 3 nights |
Overview
Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath, (Sleeps 4)
Tasteful, private accommodation set in five acres of sunny farmland overlooking the picturesque Mansell Valley with ponds, vineyards, and a variety of wildlife.
Central location, five minutes from Ganges yet situated in open countryside with forest and field trails directly from property.
Completely self contained and private, the cottage is not overlooked by any other property. Tranquility Cottage sleeps two to four: bedroom with queen-size bed and hide-a-bed in the lounge. Large, covered deck with Japanese garden and barbecue. Private hot tub for your complete relaxation. Outdoor fire pit (subject to island burning restrictions in the dry season). DVD with a selection of movies and a CD player. Telephone. Fully-equipped kitchen including dishwasher. Bathroom with bath and shower. Washer/dryer. Welcome basket. Baby-sitting service available.
Keywords: Cottage
About Kim
Having had many cottage holidays, the proprietors have learned from experience what works and what doesn't. They have endeavoured to provide their ideal vacation rental and, judging from the comments in the Visitors' Book, they have certainly succeeded.
Kim purchased this cottage in 2005
Why Kim chose British Columbia
This property is well situated, being just 5 mins from the markets and shopping center in Ganges yet sited within beautiful, rolling, peaceful countryside. The best of both worlds!
What makes this cottage unique
An 'away from it all' experience in the heart of the country. Peaceful, tranquil and private. The long grasses and wildflowers, rarely seen in the city, are in abundance here along with nesting birds, owls, rabbits, deers, frogs, etc.
Guestbook comments from the owner
Philip and Kim
Thank you so much for letting us stay at your cottage in the woods. We had a fabulous time and were lucky to have the sunshine all weekend.
Sam and Joey loved exploring the real outdoors - a real novelty for them! They also enjoyed doing ALL the puzzles!
Most of all it was a long awaited family experience in the outdoors and Salt Spring Island is perfect - almost home from home (the UK that is).
Thank you again for your hospitality - the welcome basket (yum) and Philip showing the boys your fab railway - toot, toot!
Amenities
Southern Gulf Islands Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- Max. occupancy: 4
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Rural ...
- Village ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Spa
- Clothes Dryer
- Computer Available ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room
- Mobile Phone ...
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Telephone ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet ...
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
- Spacious bathroom with tub and shower.
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4
- Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1)
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games ...
- Music Library ...
- Stereo
- Video Library ...
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill
- Hot Tub ...
- churches
- cinemas
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- playground
- restaurants
- winery tours
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- sailing
- snorkeling/diving
- swimming
- tennis
Reviews
Excellent!
4.6/5 -
(16 traveler reviews)
Quiet, cozy and relaxing!
My fiance and I stayed at the Cottage for two nights and had a wonderful stay despite an unexpected illness. The cottage is very clean, and the floor to ceiling windows in the living room provide a stunning view! The hot tub was wonderful and I really enjoyed listening to the frogs and staring at the stars while letting the tension melt away. On our first night, my fiance was hit with a sudden flu and was very ill from about 1:30am onward. We contacted Phillip and Kim and they were wonderfully understanding - Phillip brought up a scrub brush and cleaning supplies for me so I could clean up later that morning.
Thankfully the remainder of our stay was much less exciting and we were able to relax and enjoy the beautiful cottage. The grounds are lovely and I particularly loved our visit from Zoe the goat! She is absolutely darling and so gentle. The welcome basket is a lovely touch and I thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful fresh eggs (Fiance was too sick to eat much for the remainder of the weekend - more for me!)
Cannot recommend this place enough - we will definitely be coming back!
charming
This was home away from home.The hot tub was very relaxing.The cottage farm was amazing with nature walks around. Downtown Ganges is a must see with beautiful stores and Restaurants.
Simply Beautiful
We had an amazing weekend at the Cottage of Tranquility on Salt Spring Island !! The owners were incredibly sweet, considerate, and welcoming !! The Cottage itself was simply beautiful overlooking a sprawling countryside with nearby streams . We were able to relax in complete peace all weekend while surrounded by so much natural beauty . We especially enjoyed star gazing in your hot tub and hanging out with the farm animals ! Thank you kindly for making our trip to Salt Spring Island so memorable with your hospitality and kindness :) :)
Relaxing Country Retreat
My husband and I enjoyed our weeklong stay at the Cottage of Tranquility. Set on a hill above the owner's farm, surrounded by tall trees and a view down to the meadow, it truly is a tranquil place. I loved sitting on the porch each morning surrounded by nature with only the clucking of chickens and birdsong to be heard. Such a welcome change for a city dweller.
The cottage is spacious, tastefully decorated, clean, and comfortable. We appreciated the welcome basket of breakfast supplies and also having access to the extensive DVD collection.
Having our own, private hot tub was a real bonus. Whether soaking by night, or late afternoon after exploring the island, the hot tub was such a treat, especially being outdoors with vines and trees surrounding it.
The cottage is just a few minutes drive from the hub of the island activity in Ganges. If walking, one could do it in 30 -45 minutes depending on your pace.
Philip and Kim are friendly hosts and we enjoyed spending some time with them on our only rainy day.
We chose this vacation cottage because we wanted a peaceful self-catering vacation home with outdoor space to enjoy and we certainly were not disappointed. I would give it four and a half star rating.
Great value, welcoming hosts, romantic and private setting.
This was our second time at Tranquility Cottage. We chose this location for a number of reasons: proximity to dining options, peacefulness, privacy, serenity, access to hiking opportunities, and a hot tub to unwind and relax in at day's end. We were not disappointed. Being avid walkers, the 3.5 km trek to town was minor and helped us work off the dinners and wine from the many great dining venues in Ganges. There are many hiking trails on Salt Spring Island, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Kim and Philip provided maps and literature in the cottage to assist us in our choices for hiking adventures. The cottage was equipped with everything we needed and even a welcome basket containing fresh eggs, bread, organic milk, juice, fruit, and preserves was there upon our arrival. There was a plethora of videos, music, games, and reading material available to fill in those few minutes we didn't spend relaxing. Kim and Philip were great hosts and ensured that we enjoyed our stay while affording us our privacy. It was a distinct pleasure to recline in the hot tub under the stars, all the while being serenaded by a chorus of frogs. A stellar opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in this bucolic setting. We highly recommend Tranquility Cottage. Cheers! Marg and Jim, Victoria, B.C.
Tranquility Cottage, Salt Spring Island, BC
This cottage is the perfect place for my personal artist/writing retreat. It is quiet and secluded, surrounded by beautiful trees and gardens, the sound of a running stream nearby and songbirds all around. Access to the nearby town and amenities is quick and simple. The outdoor hot tub is a wonderful luxury day or night. The indoor space has everything I need and I appreciate the added touches of fresh ground coffee, butter, milk and eggs for breakfast. It is the perfect getaway for relaxation and inspiration.
Map
Tranquility Studios - two on-site studios ; Original watercolor paintings/prints and greeting cards and an Interactive model railroad show. There is also a small hobby farm with pet sheep, goat and chickens.
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Rates & Availability
Southern Gulf Islands Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- CAD
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Early High Season
May 18 -
Jun 30
2 night minimum stay
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$117
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July and August
Jul 1 -
Aug 31
3 night minimum stay
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$117
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Late High Season
Sep 1 -
Sep 19
2 night minimum stay
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$117
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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$95
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Additional information about rental rates
| extra persons/night | $21.95 |
Extra Persons
The fees quoted are for single or double occupancy. Extra persons are charged $30/night for the first 1 or 2 nights; subsequent nights are FREE.
Minimum Nights Policy
We have a 2-night minimum booking policy all year except in the months of July and August when there is a 3-night minimum.
Cancellation Policy
Deposit will be refunded if cancellation is more than 30 days prior to arrival. All funds are non-refundable if the cancellation is less than 30 days prior to arrival.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
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