Chalet

Panoramic Ocean View Escape

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A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a grassy area, and a distant shoreline.
A wooden cabin with a covered porch, a garage, and a gravel driveway.
A cozy attic bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a ceiling fan, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a green door, and a seating area with two chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Ladysmith, BC
  • Place, Pylades Drive Beach Access
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Parksville Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Panoramic Ocean View Escape

Take your breath away as you arrive at our newly updated Ocean Veiw Escape! Enjoy undisrupted, sweeping ocean and adjacent island views as soon as you pull into our 5 acres hobby farm. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 renovated baths, a fully equipped kitchen and large deck, you'll be so relax you won't want to go anywhere...unless it's to the beach! Launching your kayak, SUP or just a nice dip is only 5 mins walk. If you don't mind a drive there are also many provincial parks nearby for hiking.
The space
Beautiful updated “A” frame guest house on our 5 acres hobby farm.
Guests have the whole guest house to themselves. It is separate and completely private to itself with 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms. Also fully equipped kitchen and Spacious loft space to take in the spectacular view!
Guest access
Guest have access to the guest house and surrounding areas. From service road to the green gate behind. Please stay out of the trees across from the service road in-front of fire pit area as it belongs to the neighbors . Thank You
Other things to note;
We are on well water. Some guests may not prefer the taste, but it is completely safe for drinking. We do provide some bottled water for guests upon arrival.
Cell phone reception is sketchy out here so be sure you check directions. Enabling wifi calling can be helpful.
We do have animals on our side of the property including Roosters and goats. Guests may here some crowing or baahing from the guest house. ☺️
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H845988961
Property # 9603005
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Cassidy

Located in Cassidy, this chalet is in a rural area and near the beach. Duke Point Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frank Crane Arena, or consider a night out at Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Ladysmith, BC

What's nearby

  • Pylades Drive Beach Access - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 19 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 50 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Parksville Beach - 54 min drive - 69.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Old Town Bakery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪coco cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crow and Gate Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rivers Edge Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Panoramic Ocean View Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Panoramic Ocean View Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Panoramic Ocean View Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic Ocean View Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic Ocean View Escape located?

Situated in the mountains, this chalet is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pylades Drive Beach Access and within 3 miles (5 km) of Quennell Lake Car Top Boat Launch and Hemer Provincial Park. Holden Lake and Roberts Memorial Provincial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and spacious and clean, lots of room for us and extended family to hang out and relax. View was beautiful as well, we really enjoyed our visit and highly recommend this to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice view very clean everything available in kitchen and bathroom and bedroom nice area easy access I recommend here we had great experience here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunrises, quiet and tranquil. Beds are very comfortable. We loved sitting on back porch and just relaxed after a full day of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A spotless, well-equipped house with a fantastic view. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. Our host was friendly and easy to contact, and had prepared relevant information about the house and the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible accommodations, beautiful view

This property was beautiful, the house was perfect for us and Kitty was a fantastic host. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2022
Thanks for your comments Kim! You’re welcome to visit again for sure😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had such a lovely stay. The place had lots of space for 2 families and was very clean. We loved the special touches, like farm fresh eggs waiting for us in the fridge!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Pictures do not do justice to the home and view. The house is impeccably clean, and every need that could come up has been anticipated and thoughtfully provided. We had enough room for us and our 3 kids and the beds were comfortable and soft. I enjoyed sitting on the deck and looking out at the ocean and the horses, and there was a TV with enough channels and apps for when it was dark at night. There is a rocky beach a view minutes walk away for beach combing, and the location is close enough for drives to Nanaimo and Ladysmith. Kitty was easy to communicate with and wonderful to meet in person. Highly recommend, and we would 100% return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with amazing views. Very tranquil.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is cozy and very clean, with amazing view. Kitty was quick to respond. We’d definitely book again, and have already recommended this place to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Would stay here again if we ever get back. Beautiful inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and it was even better than our first. We absolutely love it and it’s our go to now for all our trips to Vancouver Island. Beautiful view, gorgeous house, quiet location, immaculately clean, and so welcoming. Kitty goes above and beyond!
View from the deck
View from the deck
Pylades Beach access just down the road
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean view

Our grandkids enjoyed seeing the goats and horses. Host was very accommodating. Area is quiet and scenic. House is spotless. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home

A lovely home, great hosts who are super friendly. The house and the view are amazing. House was very clean and very well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retreat

We have stayed at Kittys place 2 times already. It is clean and beautiful… my family loves it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and quiet location

It was such a pleasure staying at this VRBO. It was very clean and had wonderful little touches of home to it. There was snacks and fresh food in the fridge for us which was amazing! The views are gorgeous. I would highly recommend staying here ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2021
Thank you so much Brittany for you comments! I really appreciate how well you treated my home with respect. Your are welcome back anytime. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for our family

We loved our stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The views are amazing! Kitty is an excellent host. We really enjoyed being in a more rural setting, loved getting to see the farm animals, spent hours at the neighborhood beach (make note of low tide times!). We were able to explore Victoria, Campbell River, Ucluelet and Tofino, as well as nearby Nanaimo and Ladysmith. We had a fantastic trip, can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Absolutely immaculate ocean view retreat. There’s everything you could need and so clean! We would definitely stay here again. It was perfect for our family of 5. The property manager was beyond amazing. Overall great stay, we will be back!! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2022
Thank You for your comments Jennifer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with unbeatable views and so so quiet! Everything inside the home is in solid working order, including a well outfitted kitchen. Beds and furniture are comfy. Occasional visits from the horses and goats are a delight. This place is well situated with quick access up to Nanaimo and just 90 minutes to Victoria. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Thank you for the wonderful comments Amalie! You are welcome back next time 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful, peaceful and clean

We had a wonderful stay, the home is well equipped, clean, and comfortable. The view is wonderful, we especially enjoyed seeing horses in the early morning hours. My children (aged 2.5 and 5) really enjoyed all the games/books and supplies provided for kids, very nice touch. Highly welcome, and we will be back. Kitty was very responsive to my messages, helpful and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise with Wonderful Hosts

Kitty and Roshan were wonderful and very responsive hosts. As other guests have mentioned, the pictures cannot fully capture the magic of the rental home and grounds. We’ve been staying at rentals for nearly 2 decades, for Summer vacations, and we’ve devoted our lives to running our own (small) quality-focused hospitality business in a busy city. Our stay was just what we needed to relax and recharge— and we feel so fortunate to have been able to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2022
Thank You Michael! I really appreciate your comments and you and Edna are welcome to come back anytime! Take care for now😁
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!!

We were thrilled to see such a beautifully appointed home for our stay! Kitty had put things in the fridge for our breakfasts as well as coffee and a variety of tea, and a basket of fruits and cereal. All of which was so appreciated. The views are stunning! Thank you to the landlady and landlord!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2022
Thank you for your compliments Maria!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our experience was fantastic. Very easy from check in to check out and a beautiful location. No concerns or notes. There’s no (cooling) air conditioner (I believe there is heat) so in the hottest months just something to be aware of if you care; though we were there when it was quite hot for the area and it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience John! Pleasure to host you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family getaway

We were very pleased with the home when we arrived. Very clean and bright, and even better than the pictures showed. Kitty left a lovely assortment of items we could use for our breakfast the next day and was quick to answer any questions. There was even a good supply of filtered water for drinking since the well water had a slight taste. ( Although it was perfectly okay to drink). Relaxing and peaceful few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well appointed property that has everything you need, just bring your clothes and food. Beautiful house with a beautiful view. This worked very well for our family while we were in the area for an event and close to lots of things to see and do. Everything was tidy and very clean. Quiet out of town location. Highly recommended for a stay in the Nanaimo/Ladysmith area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guest house was clean, airy, well stocked. Host was great! Invited kids to help with her farm animals. Close to beach. Beautiful views from property in quiet neighborhood. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kitty Mahen

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I am easy going mother of two young children. My family including my husband of 17 years and I enjoy an active lifestyle especially sports and lazy Sundays.

Why they chose this property

We live in the main house on the North side of the 5 acres property. If guest should need anything, we are just a short walk away.

Languages:

English

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