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Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing.

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Bigwood Lodge
Exterior
Side view from front deck
Stairs down to dock
Dock

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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East Sooke, BC
  • Place, Sooke Harbour
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Park Heights Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Becher Bay Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing.

Hello and Welcome! To Bigwood Lodge.

Come experience a private waterfront retreat on natural, spectacular, south Vancouver Island. Surrounded with a panoramic water view and nature in every direction. This newly renovated home offers a brand new open kitchen, dining and living room. It offers 3 bedrooms 2 1/2 bathrooms. You will be only steps away from the trail-heads and beaches of scenic East Sooke Park, and a short drive to the wild Pacific beaches and West Coast Trail.

Some of the largest Chinook on the West Coast can be caught here along with other salmon species, Halibut and Dungeness crab right in the basin All this and still only a comfortable drive to Canada's finest west coast city, Victoria.

You will see eagles, swans, otters, seals, and large numbers of migrating waterfowl all from the large deck as you enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee.

The private dock provides you with your own moorage so you have the option to fish, crab, kayak, scuba dive or just sit and reflect on the wildlife going by.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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 # 986359vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
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

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area

Located in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, this cottage is on the waterfront. Hatley Castle and Hatley Park National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Race Rocks Ecological Reserve and Sooke Potholes Provincial Park. SEAPARC Recreation Centre and Witty's Lagoon Regional Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Map
East Sooke, BC

What's nearby

  • Sooke Harbour - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Park Heights Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Becher Bay Park - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Becher Bay Marina - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Pedder Bay Marina - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sooke Brewing Co - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪17 Mile House Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Serious Coffee - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bigwood Lodge. Ocean front, sunrise views, quiet and relaxing. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sooke Harbour and within 3 miles (5 km) of Park Heights Park and Barnes Creek. Becher Bay Park and Becher Bay Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 92 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danilyn S.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay at Bigwood lodge! The cabin provided the perfect location to explore East Sooke park, great hiking trails nearby and Matheson Lake. We loved the view and enjoyed watching the many deer and rabbits in the yard, and otters and seals in the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

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

Great Location

Really enjoyed staying at this peaceful property with beautiful views. Good base for exploring Victoria/Sooke/Port Renfrew. Beds were comfortable, house was spacious. Views over Sooke Basin were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Awesome week!

Great house and property with everything you need for a great stay! The otter family and deer were hanging out everyday. Great location for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

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

Sooke Bay

Awesome location with amazing views. House is well appointed and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JD P.

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

Terrific Holiday Home

Our second time staying at Big Wood Lodge. East Sooke is a wonderful area…remote but close to town when needed. The home is very clean and the views are spectacular!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Very very very beautiful!

We enjoyed out stay at this beautiful place. With much wildlife and a wonderful view! The house is great and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew w.

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

Relaxing

Although this property was a bit out of the way we had a great time and would happily come back. Very quiet location, lots of wildlife made this an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

Great place for a relaxing getaway

We had a great stay at this property. The water access is amazing especially for a family with kids. It is a very quiet neighborhood. It is worth noting that it is a bit of a drive to the city of Sooke (about 10k) which didn't bother us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Beautiful

My family and I had an outstanding time at the property. The setting was amazing the house was fantastic and the overall location was extremely relaxing and quiet. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Fantastic Stay

We loved our stay at Bigwood Lodge. The house is situated in a lovely quiet area. The house was just perfect with everything we needed, including amazing views! Loved watching the sunrise with a coffee on the deck. We would go back again tomorrow if we could!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nishan S.

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

Stay in Sooke

Really nice, as advertised. Beautiful main space and deck to relax. Quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina M.

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

Family time

Stayed for 3 nights in with amazing view, peaceful and quiet. Great way to start the year
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

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

Comfort and amazing views at Bigwood Lodge

Our family of 4 was looking for a comfortable, well stocked home with amazing views and Bigwood Lodge was just right. It’s a bit of a drive from town but well worth it. Deer, otter, eagles, other birds and critters. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Kiwi Reunion

Beautiful location. We saw lots of wildlife - deer, sea lions, sea otters and bald eagles. Sunrises and sunsets, as well as the changing skies with a storm, were beautiful. House was cozy and kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing and perfect for our family!

We absolutely loved our stay at Bigwood Lodge. So much room for our family and the view is incredible. I especially loved the well done bathrooms and kitchen that made everything so comfortable and easy. We did see the otters, seastars and crabs, deer and hummingbirds and even caught sight of an Orca twice! I would love the chance to stay here in the summer but spring was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Well equipped, Great location and Views

We arrived to a very clean, well-equipped house overlooking the bay. The views are spectacular. Great kitchen for meal prep, bedrooms clean and spacious and comfortable. Owner responded quickly to a request to check-in an hour early. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances D.

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

Amazing Property Overlooking the Bay

We all loved our stay at Bigwood, such a beautiful, peaceful area and lots of wildlife ~ otters and seals in the Bay and deer freely wandering. The house was so well equipped and bedrooms were spacious. We had many beautiful days enjoying the deck having quiet times and enjoying morning coffee and evening meals. So handy for the juan de Fuca Marine Trail 👌
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

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

Beautiful Thanksgiving

Perfect place to relax and enjoy beautiful sunrises. We loved watching the otters, seals, starfish, crabs and jelly fish right from the dock! The kitchen had everything we needed to enjoy home cooked meals for a group. The beds were comfortable and the living room was cozy. The house was clean and Brian provided great details about his property. Thank you Brian, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your gorgeous home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Fantastic place!

Everything we wanted, everything we needed. We biked both ends of the Galloping Goose Trail, starting at Roche Cove Park. Wonderful kitchen-we had great meals every day. Caught two big crabs at the dock! Lovely evenings on the deck!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia H.

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

Sooke house

Beautiful location with an amazing view. The kitchen was well equipped and we appreciated the condiments, etc. provided. The bed on the main level needs a new mattress. Overall we enjoyed the house and the host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Y.

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

Joanne Y

Wow, what a beautiful property, our family enjoyed the deck and the view was wonderful, peaceful and beautiful. Brian is a great communicator and answered all the questions I had. We would definitely stay again. Wish we had stayed longer. House was very clean and had everything we needed plus more. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

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

Beautiful place

The property was perfect. Well equipped with everything you need and spotless. The area is secluded and peaceful with lots of wildlife around. No shortage if deer, seals, hummingbirds and otters. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards would have been great to have to allow enjoying a peaceful morning or afternoon on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fei Xia Ivy L.

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

Li. F

This is our second time staying at this property. I call this place paradise!!!! Every one in our family loves it so much and feels sad to go home. This house is clean and well equipped. It has everything that you need. We will definitely come back again. Thank you Brian and Suzanne for sharing your place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Return visit was just as amazing as the first

We stayed at the property in the summer of 2018 and this return trip did not disappoint. We have stayed elsewhere in Sooke and love this property. The hosts were very responsive, the house was clean and well stocked. We were lucky enough this trip to see a pod of whales about 100 feet off the dock while my son was fishing. Deer and eagles came by daily. The property is in a wooded, quiet area away from town and that was just what we were looking for. Thanks Brian & Suzanne! I look forward to staying with you again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

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

Wonderful Place!

Our family of 6 adults really enjoyed our stay! The living room and kitchen/dining area are very spacious. The home was well equipped, including the kitchen. We appreciated the option of quality stainless steel pots/pans. The views from both inside and outside the home are fantastic! Each day we would enjoy seeing deer, seals, otters and a variety of birds. For early risers, the sunrise is a must see! We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck while being amazed by the beauty of nature. The area is secluded and offers a perfect opportunity to unwind from the busyness of life and soak in the fresh air while being surrounded by nature. The people living in the area are friendly. Our family wished we had booked a longer stay as we really enjoyed our time! We would have no hesitation in staying here again the next time we are in the area. Brian was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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