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Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach!

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Nice and bright- you get sunrise, afternoon and sunset light in the windows
Nice and bright- you get sunrise, afternoon and sunset light in the windows
Nice and bright- you get sunrise, afternoon and sunset light in the windows
Nice and bright- you get sunrise, afternoon and sunset light in the windows
Driveway/gate

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Government Street
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Marina
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach!

This is my home, and I’m happy to open it up at select times of the year as a rental. I appreciate guests who treat it with care and enjoy it as much as I do.

The space is bright, cozy, and thoughtfully set up for a comfortable stay.
• Sunlight throughout the day — bright and welcoming
• Living room with large TV and Wi-Fi
• Older home, clean, cheerful, and well cared for
• 2 bedrooms (1 Queen bed, 1 Double bed)
• 1 full bathroom with tub and shower
• 1 half bathroom (toilet + sink) with washer and dryer
• Large office with morning sunlight and wall-mounted whiteboard
• Fully equipped kitchen: full-size fridge, stove/oven, toaster, Magic Bullet, small food processor
• DeLonghi espresso machine, coffee grinder, and tools for great coffee

Great front yard and quiet neighbourhood street.
Enjoy locally taken photographs framed throughout the home.

Please note:
Due to bylaw changes, this home is available for 30-day maximum stays plus a cleaning fee.

Important information:
A separate studio at the rear of the property is reserved for owner use as a private office/workspace only and is not part of the guest accommodation.

The backyard is not included in guest access.

Guests have exclusive, private access to the entire main house at all times.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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
No loud noise/music 8pm onward.
Toilet paper, kleenex, garbage bags and compost bags provided for your arrival. once you run out, it is up to you to supply it for yourself.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H186650748, 00046718
Property # 9960718
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Victoria

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in James Bay, a neighbourhood in Victoria. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal BC Museum and Butchart Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Ogden Point Sundial - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Government Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Finest at Sea - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Heron Rock Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barb's Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Breakwater Cafe & Bistro - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanview Retreat in James Bay – Steps from the Beach! located?

Located in James Bay, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Ogden Point Sundial, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Government Street and Fisherman's Wharf Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

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

Great visit!

Loved my stay, Jodi was amazing as a host. Lovely space, super convenient location and love how close the beach is.
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
Thanks Angel :). You were great guests and I'd be very happy to host you again. Thanks for leaving everything so tidy and treating the house like your own :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sondra E.

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

Cozy cottage

Wonderful location! Great Host!
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2025
It was great meeting/ having a visit with your family and I’d love to have you stay again:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely little house in a great location. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. The kitchen was well provisioned and Jodi went out of her way to leave everything we might need including a good selection of dry goods. The information folio Jodi left was far and away the best we've had at any vacation rental, and she was extremely prompt in answering the few questions we had. Thrifty's and The Red Barn Market are less than a 10 minute walk for groceries, and Finest at Sea is nearby where you can buy incredible fresh off the boat seafood from knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Richard H.

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

Garden Retreat

Besides the incredible location, the property is full of lovely flowers and plants. The house was very well appointent with all the conveniences and storage one would need. The very useful kitchen was a plus!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2025
Thanks so much— you were great guests- glad it was a good stay :) Enjoy your summer Jodi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

willard S.

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

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Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jodi Mucha

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I am a well known professional in the area of community health promotion. I'm fit, active and healthy-- I love to travel. I love my house-- its bright, cheery, in a great location and fantastic neighbours. I rent to visitors when I am away exploring other parts of the world. I leave my home nice and comfy for you so you can enjoy a home away from home. I hope you enjoy it and love it like your own while you stay.

Why they chose this property

I have a beautiful little house in a great part of Victoria. The house is a post war home (1942) and I've landscaped the front to be a cottage garden. A few steps down the street takes you to the Breakwater, and Dallas Road. Most mornings I take my coffee to the beach to start the day and I pack up my dinner and eat at the beach too. Its a quick walk to the grocery store (Thrifty's), Pharmasave and other amenities in James Bay. A short walk to downtown Victoria as well.

Perfect getaway for the summer and you can work from my beautiful bright home office (there is an external monitor for you to use with your computer).

What makes this property unique

Steps from the ocean and Dallas Road
Close to the Breakwater Cafe
15 min walk to downtown
Close to Fishermans Wharf
The house gets sun exposure all through the day (windows are east, west, south, north facing.
Private and quiet front yard to relax in
Easy parking.
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