Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada

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A wooden deck with a table and four bar stools overlooking a lake, surrounded by greenery.
A living room with a dark grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and large windows with a view of a red barn and greenery.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, a hanging light fixture, and a skylight.
A wooden dock extending into a calm body of water with a house in the background.
A laundry service sign, a window with a view of trees, and a wicker basket on a shelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Quennell Lake Car Top Boat Launch
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Parksville Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cassidy

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Yellow Point, a neighbourhood in Cassidy. Hemer Provincial Park and Roberts Memorial Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth. Ready for a night out? Consider The Queen's and Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Quennell Lake Car Top Boat Launch - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 26 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 48 min drive - 60.8 km
  • Parksville Beach - 51 min drive - 67.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪coco cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Town Bakery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Crow and Gate Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wheat Sheaf - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farm stay in Nanaimo, Canada located?

Located in Yellow Point, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Quennell Lake Car Top Boat Launch and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pylades Drive Beach Access and Hemer Provincial Park. Holden Lake is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 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
A beautiful, relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay near Nanaimo. Lovely property with 2 goats and a few chickens. Very clean and comfortable with beautiful lake views. Our children loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely place for a family vacation. It exceeded my expectations from the write up. So peaceful and tranquil, lots of variety of outdoor seating. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
Thanks so much for choosing to stay with us! Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our relaxing get away. It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The host was always available and very helpful. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The setting was absolutely beautiful. Right on the lake with still waters and gorgeous scenery. The house was very clean and beautiful inside with all of the amenities that you would expect. Very comfortable bed and great views of the lake from the sitting room. Big, beautiful TV for entertainment but we spent most of our time sitting outside enjoying the peaceful setting and watching all of the wildlife. There were deer, rabbits, squirrels and many different birds. We also got to feed the resident goats. We had fresh eggs every morning out of the chicken coop beside the house. This was an exceptionally relaxing holiday for us and we recommend it for any wanting to “just slow down and relax”.Lee was there whenever we had any questions. We met him and he’s a super nice guy. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Joanne's on the Lake is a beautiful stay!!

This was a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the quiet!! The goats were friendly! We would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks Kyle and family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work retreat for TSS Rovers FC Management

Amazing location. Fantastic property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joanne’s on the Lake - WOW what an amazing property and location. We could not have asked for anything more. From the initial booking to leaving the hosts have been excellent. The property had everything we needed for our stay and the men were happy with the fishing equipment provided.They even caught a few fish. Breakfast every morning was provided by your lovely chickens - the eggs were so tasty! During our stay the weather was kind to us so we sat out on the patio having breakfast soaking up the amazing views most mornings. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay longer to take advantage of the quiet beautiful location of this excellent property. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay, once again!

Second year in a row staying at the lake house and it was just a wonderful visit. The kids always had something to do - swimming, fishing, frog catching, feeding the goats, exploring the property. The house was clean, the kitchen had every amenity, gas stove/bbq. We had an amazing time and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for choosing Joannes on the Lake two summers in a row! It’s always a pleasure to host you and your family. We’d love to have you again
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10/10 Excellent

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Relaxing waterfront oasis

Joanne’s on the lake was the perfect getaway for us! The private dock was perfect launch for going bass fishing and paddle boarding, the gorgeous decks, beautiful shady landscaped side offered a refuge from the sun, numerous games or a huge tv for the evenings. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely spot!

We had such a great week here! The property is super comfortable and our daughter enjoyed feeding the goats and looking for eggs in the chicken coup every day. Lee has lot’s of nice touches like lawn games available. We’ll be back :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Magical Time Away from Home

This was our second time booking this home and returning to the comfort of knowing our family vacation will be relaxing, serene and peaceful. Brought the kayaks this time and the lake didn’t disappoint. Calm waters and beautiful sunsets. Beautiful farm and lake setting offers an unique getaway experience. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A Large Piece of Paradise!

Joanne and Lee the caretaker thank you for letting us stay at your place of paradise. It was a wonderful background for us to visit with our grandchildren from Northwest Territories. It offered a place for them to run around, feed the goats and chickens with a dock to fishl. I wish I could keep your place a secret but I know I need to share. Once again thank you very much for a wonderful vacation!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2023
Thank you so much, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place!

The cottage is just beautiful and the setting can’t be beat! Lovely for a restful stay in a beautiful environment. Lee and Corrie were very helpful with a couple of minor issues. My husband enjoyed fishing from the dock with the fishing rod that was supplied. He even caught a couple of fish! We will definitely come back hopefully for longer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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10 nights in paradise

Every imaginable convenience, impeccably clean, beautiful setting with the sights and sounds of nature to begin and end each day. Lee, the host, lives next door and could not have been more gracious. The best Vrbo experience I’ve ever had, and I’ve had some good ones. Cannot think of any possible way to improve the experience, except to stay longer. Thank you Lee and family for an extraordinary visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2023
Hi Paul, Thank you so much for the kind words, we truly enjoyed having you stay at Joanne's on the Lake. You treated our property like it was your own and we could not be more appreciative. We would love to host you again in the future. Lee
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property

The property was beautiful. Peaceful lake, wildlife, and goats and chickens! Lee was very accommodating. Excellent message response time. He even brought us some delicious eggs from his chickens. The kids enjoyed fishing from the dock, even though they didn't catch anything. 😂 The house was clean, comfortable and well stocked with kitchen items. I highly recommend the lake house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Couldn’t wish for anything more!

The most stunning and ideallic place to stay! There was nothing Joanne’s didn’t have to offer. We fed goats, talked to the chickens and had their fresh eggs, we had wonderful dinners outside using the bbq, took some dips out on the lake - the place was stoked with everything for cooking and baking, plus more towels than we could ever use (both bath and outdoor). The interior and exterior is so beautiful and kept so, so clean. The furniture is so cozy and comfy, plus they’re equipped with games to play with the family. We all thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and would LOVE to come back again and again! We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you, Trista! We loved having you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing weekend away!

Staying on the property was so nice! My 8 month old loved seeing farm animals for the first time, and the property was so nice to get away and relax. Having a fire right by the lake felt like we were much farther from home than we were. The house was clean, and had ample amount of towels, pillows, bedding and kitchen supplies that we didnt need to bother the host for extras. We loved that the house came fully equipped with all the kitchen goods (even an air fryer!), and basics like seasonings and kitchen staples. The host was amazing and allowed us to meet the pigs and was quick to respond to any requests. 10/10 would visit this home again. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2023
Thanks so much for visiting! Come back any time, we really enjoyed having you at Joannes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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One of our best stays ever!

We were so happy with every aspect of this stay. Country living (complete with goats, chickens, deer, rabbits and a pig) in a beautifully designed home. The living spaces, indoors and out, allowed our party of 4 to get together for meals and games and also have spaces for some “alone time”. The kitchen had every dish and appliance necessary to afford ease in cooking whatever we dreamed up in our 5 day stay and the air conditioning was greatly appreciated during our fabulously sunny July visit. Our host Lee was gracious and accommodating and quick to respond to any questions as well as providing additional linens and a dozen eggs from the chickens! We brought kayaks and a row boat to paddle on Quennell Lake and explored it every day. Truly one of the best VRBO experiences we’re had in many years of travel. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you so much, Lisa. We would love to have you and your family back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Ein Paradies

Wir verbrachten eine wunderschöne Zeit in diesem wunderschönen Haus und der herrlichen und ruhigen Umgebung. Danke für Eure Gastfreundschaft!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous Experience

Lee was a wonderful host, going out of his way to make us feel welcome. He even put his own eggs in the chicken’s nesting box so our grandson could ‘find’ them for breakfast in the morning. We were delighted to find that he had turned the heat on for us before we arrived so the house was warm. He also supplied us with flour to thicken the gravy for our Thanksgiving dinner (which we had forgotten) It was a wonderful place to spend time reconnecting with family! The farm animals were friendly, the grounds were beautiful and well maintained. The house was lovely, and the views stunning! Don’t hesitate to book this place for a fabulous experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Place to remember

Clean, well equipped cottage. Amazing views. Close to the lake, very quiet. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property

A true hidden gem, will definitely go back, absolutely love the cabin and property, the view is incredible as well, hosts are also super nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very pleasant Holidays

We score big with our visiting friends from Chile. Actually all 4 of us were delighted with the accommodations and such a lovely country setting . We will be back in winter if Lee will agree. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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