Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock
Welcome to The Farmily, beautiful 3,000 square house surrounded by 40 acres set on the ocean in the Cowichan region just outside of Chemainus. Very private acreage for a family or friend gathering. Perfect for children of all ages with nature walks, fairy houses on the trails, lakes and golf courses outside your door. Kyaking from your own private ocean front around the small islands and exploring the coastal waters is a lovely way to see the westcoast landscape. 3 Kyaks and oars are all provided. You don't have to leave the property to have a wonderful vacation. The property is a unique mixture of agriculture, equestrian property, estuary and 800 year old trees leading down to the ocean. Horses and deer are companions. Expansive fields, walking trails through private forest, 1/4 mile running track and grass areas for family games such as bocce ball, badminton, croquet and soccer. We have lots of lawn games here to use. Various walking trails along the ocean bluff. 40 fruit trees can be enjoyed during the fruit picking seasons. In the summer time you can swim off the dock in waters heated by the tidal sands. Digging for clams and oysters is also a favourite pastime in season. Horses on the property are always there for a good nuzzle looking for a carrot or treat. This private and beautiful house is spacious and comfortable for large groups or families who enjoy nature. All four bedrooms have private ensuites and there is a lower level relaxation, yoga and play area. All yoga mats, props already provided. Wonderful for any self directed workshops, book clubs, quilting groups or yoga groups looking for a spacious area to set their workshops. The host can also organize scavenger hunts, nature walks, horse drawn carriage rides or yoga and meditation. Lovely big fields and walking trails along the ocean bluff to your private dock. We are within walking distance of a beautiful golf course, Chemainus has a preforming arts theatre with quaint shopping and dining experiences. Within a 25 mile radius are some of BC's most celebrated vineyards, with farm to table restaurants. Fishing, boating, swimming and scuba diving is all available along the coastal waters.
Property manager
Heidi Schumann
Premier Host
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Any events you will need to have it pre-approved
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 0010781, H029983506
About the area
Chemainus
Located in Chemainus, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company and Teafarm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Duncan Farmers Market and Salt Spring Saturday Market. Travelling with kids? Consider The Raptors and Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Chemainus, BC
What's nearby
Mount Brenton Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Chemainus Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Fuller Lake Arena - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
Kinsmen Beach Park - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Riot Brewing Co - 4 min drive
Crofton Foods - 9 min drive
Saltair Pub - 8 min drive
Subway - 3 min drive
Crofton Hotel - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock located?
This family-friendly Chemainus holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mount Brenton Golf Course, Chemainus Theatre and Fuller Lake Arena. Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company and Kinsmen Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We love this property and Heidi is amazing. It is the perfect place for our girls weekend away and look forward to coming back again soon. This was our third time here! Love it!
This is a magical place-the house is spacious and well-appointed and the grounds are just spectacular! We were so delighted by the ancient trees, the marshes and the exquisite waterfront.
This property is absolutely perfect for a getaway of several couples on a gourmet cooking weekend. Each couple had lovely bedroom with private bathroom and a central kitchen that was extremely well stocked. The setting is beautiful with a beautiful walk to the ocean side. Close proximity to Chemainus. Heidi was welcoming, helpful, and responsive. My group will likely be back!
The property was beautiful and the vacation home was perfect for our group of ladies. The home is clean and very comfortable; Heidi thought of everything! We highly recommend this venue and look forward to a return visit.
A wonderful place to stay with family. House is very clean & comfortable. All rooms are spacious and have big ensuite bathrooms. Kitchen is very well stocked. We enjoyed the peaceful surroundings of the property and forest walk leading to the dock. It was a great experience and above all Heidi was very very quick to respond to any of our questions.
The farm-style guesthouse was perfect for our needs, and we enjoyed wandering the extensive grounds. Nice country setting while conveniently close to town.
As always this house made another girls weekend a success! With the kitchen adjacent to the dining and living area, makes cooking enjoyable as you don’t feel separated from the conversations. All bedrooms just off the main living area with their own bathrooms are comfortable and nicely appointed. The property is serene and peaceful.
Heidi always has something special waiting for her guests and is so attentive and warm!
Thanks again see you in February!
This house was a great, relaxing vacation spot for my family. We enjoyed hanging around on the back porch and taking walks through the meadow and forest out to the dock. Close to Chemainus for groceries and local shops.
The host is friendly and informative, left us goodies upon arrival, and even helped us paint and decorate a fairy house to leave along the forest path.
Heidi is amazing. The horses are awesome, although I'm not going to lie Franny's my favorite. The pictures on VRBO do not give it justice. The walking trails and oceans and amenities offered as well as the house and everything in it could not be improved upon. If you're looking for a place to stay with fresh air Outdoors trails and yet all the modern convenience of the whole house, I wouldn't pick anywhere else.
Tamara J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
James
11 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host, Heidi, made our trip to the Island a wonderful time. The home was beautiful and inviting and worked perfectly for us. We cannot say enough good things about this stay.
This wonderful place in Chemainus was a getaway with all the comforts of home. We enjoyed waking up to horses in the field, hiked the trails, and kayaked in the ocean. The home was spacious and clean. We traveled all the way from Hawaii and had a nice, relaxing vacation. Heidi was incredibly helpful and her special touches made our stay extremely memorable!!
I hosted a retreat here with 7 people staying and sharing the beautiful living space. The land brings so much to the experience, the movement space is so functional and Heidi is the perfect host. Gorgeous meadows, forests and being able to spend time at the ocean and with the horses is incredible. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to host a retreat in a quiet, beautiful space.
It was our fourth time at the farm. We just love it there. The house is well appointed, the host is charming and we love the horses.
We would love to come again.
We were so impressed how clean everything was when we arrived. It’s the perfect set up for 4 couples as we each had our own bathroom. If we needed anything Heidi was right there with what we needed. She also left us a welcome basket of baking and fruit and shared her neighbours excess corn and fruit plus allowed us to help ourselves to anything that was ripe in the garden. She was an excellent hostess. We loved our time there.
We enjoyed our family Christmas here. Our second visit to this property and it worked our perfect for a much needed reunion with family. Heidi is very accommodating and adds personal touches such as baked goods, breakfast items, fresh coffee beans. Lots of room for all of us to enjoy the space. Feels like home.
The property was perfect for our needs (3 couples, one with an infant). Four private bedrooms, each with its own ensuite was ideal.
The central kitchen was well stocked and spacious.
Our host was very accommodating.
One area for improvement would be the addition of blackout curtains for the bedrooms.
Kelvin W.
About the host
Hosted by Heidi Schumann
I am passionate about horses, yoga and nature. Combining these passions on this property and sharing it with guests has been a childhood dream of mine. When guests arrive I encourage them to unplug from their technology gadgets (of course wifi is here!) but taking time to appreciate nature and the surrounding area. Ask me about the history of this farm as it dates back to the early 1900's and has been part of the rum running days and slave escape route as well as a colorful more local history. I love to share suggestions for vineyards, restaurants and hiking trails in the area. Swimming during high tide in the warm water off the dock is a favourite summer pastime. Hope to share this piece of paradise with you!! I can organize family games or children's nature walks and story telling. Making birdhouses or fairy houses with children is just a start of some of the playshops that can be arranged. We also have a local baking school that can take your group and teach you the skills of bread and dessert making. Let me know what you want to experience as a family or group and I am more then happy to help you plan your vacation both on the property and off the property.
Why they chose this property
This property is stunning with ancient trees and walking paths to the ocean. Lots of room to explore and yet 1 km walk to the town of Chemainus with it's small quaint shops and performing arts theatre. The Cowichan Valley has vineyards and farm to table restaurants and markets scattered throughout the area. Wonderful hiking trails and kayaking and boating all within 20 min of the Farmily Retreat. We are across the street from a lovely 18 hold picturesque golf course.
What makes this property unique
A very private house on a gated 40 acre ocean side property with room to collect as a group or family in the flex space or escape for alone time to read a book or walk and immerse yourself in nature. Private dock.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests