Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape

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A hot tub with a wooden cover, two chairs with turquoise cushions, and a table with two wine glasses and a potted plant.
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Games room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Thetis Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Victoria
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape

Welcome to Hilltop Retreat — a private, peaceful West Coast stay designed for comfort, relaxation and room to settle in.

Set above a quiet residential cul-de-sac in Langford’s West Shore, this spacious 1,500 sq ft lower-level guest suite offers two bedrooms, flexible sleeping for up to five, a private hot tub, dedicated media room, well-equipped kitchenette and home gym — all with the warmth of a hosted stay while giving you plenty of privacy.

🛁 Your Private Hot Tub
Step onto your covered private patio and unwind in the hot tub, available 24 hours a day throughout your stay. During quiet hours from 10:00 PM–8:00 AM, we simply ask that voices and noise remain low out of consideration for our neighbours.

🎬 Relax & Recharge
Our NHL-inspired media room is made for movie nights, catching the game or putting your feet up after a day exploring Victoria. Enjoy comfortable seating, a large-screen TV and Bose surround sound. The primary bedroom also has its own TV and room-darkening blinds.

🍳 Plenty of Ways to Cook
While there isn’t a conventional stove, the kitchenette is unusually well equipped for a guest suite. You’ll have a Ninja convection oven, Ninja indoor grill, family-size griddle, Instant Pot, microwave, rice cooker, hot pot, Keurig, French press and other kitchen essentials. A propane BBQ with griddle plate is also available outside.

🐾 Dogs Welcome
Dogs are welcome at Hilltop Retreat. Food and water bowls, a padded dog bed, towel and waste bags can be provided to help make travelling with your pup easier. Dogs should remain leashed around our free-ranging hens.

👨‍👩‍👧 Room for Families & Small Groups
The suite has one Queen bedroom, one Double/Full bedroom and a pull-out sofa bed in the media room. For groups who prefer separate sleeping spaces, we’re happy to prepare the sofa bed with fresh bedding before arrival at no additional charge. A travel crib/playpen, high chair, stroller and child-friendly dishes are also available on request.

🌿 A Little Hilltop Life
The larger backyard and gardens are shared with us, and you may occasionally see us tending the gardens, checking the bees or looking after our four hens. Guests who are interested are always welcome to say hello; those who prefer privacy can simply enjoy Hilltop at their own pace.

📍 Convenient West Shore Location
Bear Mountain, lakes, trails, parks, restaurants and everyday conveniences are nearby, while downtown Victoria is approximately 20–25 minutes away by car depending on traffic. Free dedicated parking is available for two standard-size vehicles.

🏡 Private — With Hosts Nearby When You Need Us
We live upstairs and respect your privacy throughout your stay. Your suite, private entrance, covered patio, hot tub and BBQ area are exclusively yours. If you need a local recommendation or help with anything during your stay, we’re nearby and happy to assist.

Laundry is available for stays of 3 nights or longer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome; baby gear on request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets welcome; off furniture. Dogs leash near hens.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please use the provided ashtray.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check-out is by 11:00 AM. When you're ready to leave, a few quick things help us prepare for our next guests:
Please wash used dishes, place used towels in the laundry hamper, leave bedding on the beds, take personal belongings, turn off lights, and lock the doors.
If anything was damaged or needs attention, please send us a quick message so we can take care of it. Thanks for staying at Hilltop Retreat!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H160281476, 756756508
Property # 9120632
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Victoria

Located in Victoria, this holiday home is by the sea. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Langford Lanes and Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.
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Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Thetis Lake - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hatley Castle - 17 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Government Street - 20 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 28 min drive - 18.6 km
  • University of Victoria - 31 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape on 26 Oct 2026 start from £137, 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 at Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Retreat | Private Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly • Peaceful 2BR Escape located?

This family-friendly Victoria holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Thetis Lake and Bear Mountain Golf Club. Langford Lanes and Goldstream Provincial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Kira

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Hi! We’re Kira and Chris. We’ve called Vancouver Island home for more than 30 years and created Hilltop Retreat as a peaceful place where guests can slow down, settle in and enjoy the West Coast at their own pace.

Over the years, we’ve welcomed exchange students, Junior A hockey players and travellers from around the world into our home. Hosting has always been about making people feel comfortable, looked after and genuinely welcome without ever feeling crowded.

We enjoy sharing local recommendations for restaurants, trails, lakes, scenic drives and lesser-known places around the West Shore and Greater Victoria. Around home, we spend a lot of time with our garden, chickens and beehives, which give Hilltop some of its relaxed, slightly homestead character.

We live quietly upstairs, so we’re nearby if you need anything during your stay. Otherwise, we respect your privacy and let you enjoy the suite as your own space.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this hilltop location because it offers a rare balance of peaceful privacy and everyday convenience. Set above the treetops on a quiet residential cul-de-sac, we enjoy beautiful sunsets, regular visits from deer, hummingbirds and eagles, and a sense of calm — yet we’re only minutes from trails, lakes, restaurants, shopping and Bear Mountain.

After years in the Navy, we wanted a place where we could slow down and put down roots. Here, we found room to grow gardens, raise chickens, keep bees and create the relaxed West Coast lifestyle we were looking for, while still being close to Victoria and everything the region has to offer.

It’s that combination — peaceful and tucked away, but not isolated — that we think makes this location particularly special.

What makes this property unique

Hilltop Retreat combines the privacy and comfort of a vacation rental with the personal touches of a genuinely hosted stay.

The spacious two-bedroom suite is designed for actually living in, not simply sleeping in. Guests have their own private hot tub, a dedicated media room with Bose surround sound, a well-equipped kitchenette and extensive cooking options, a compact home gym, comfortable bedrooms and plenty of room to settle in and relax.

But some of the things guests remember most aren't found on an amenities checklist.

Hilltop is also our little urban homestead. Depending on the season, you might meet Salt, Pepper, Shake and Bake, our four backyard hens; see us working with the beehives; wander through the gardens; or discover fresh herbs and other small touches from what we're growing and making at home. Guests who are curious are always welcome to ask us about it — and those who simply want privacy can enjoy Hilltop entirely at their own pace.

We're close enough to help when needed and genuinely enjoy hosting, but we never want guests to feel as though they're staying with us. The suite is your space.

That combination of privacy, comfort, nature and personal hospitality is what makes Hilltop Retreat different.

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