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Estevan/Willows House

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Beach
Beach

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cadboro Bay
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Cadboro Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Uplands Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Victoria
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Estevan/Willows House

400 steps from the beautiful sandy willows beach. Willows beach has great swimming in the summer, kayaking, paddle boarding, and it is a real paradise. The home is well equipped, bright, quiet and has ample entertaining and outdoor space. The yard is very private yet sunny, two decks, perfect for outdoor cooking and entertaining. The rear yard is secured to keep your pet (woof) safe and secure. The posted rates cover the fully equipped two bedroom one bathroom top floor however downstairs space is also available upon request. Down includes a newly renovated bathroom, living area (including kitchenette), and one additional bedroom. The owners utilize this space when they are not travelling. Local bylaws only allow 30 day + rentals, early departures can be accommodated.

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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 13–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 885492560, H885492560
Property # 2372853vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Victoria

Located in Victoria, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park.
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Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Cadboro Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Uplands Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oak Bay Marina - 9 min drive - 2.3 km
  • beach near Oak Bay Marina - 9 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of Victoria - 9 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Earth - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mosi Florentine Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Togo Sushi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sedona Cafe + Lounge - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Estevan/Willows House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Estevan/Willows House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Estevan/Willows House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Estevan/Willows House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Estevan/Willows House located?

Located in the heart of Victoria, this golf holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Cadboro Bay and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from University of Victoria. Oak Bay Marina and Royal Jubilee Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Excellent Stay

Lovely property, well located, provided everything we needed, ideal for our two small dogs.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Art D.

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

Oak Bay home

Great owners, comfortable property, terrific and beautiful location. We highly recommend this VRBO rental and will return.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Excellent House

Very well equipped property; great host (even gave us some freshly caught salmon!); superb location
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Retreat

Perfect location for us.It was a nice bonus that we could have our dogs with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Thanks Karen, you and the family and the pups are welcome anytime. I trust the dogs were able to enjoy the fenced yard as an added bonus.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place

House was perfect for our trip to Victoria. Clean place with an amazing backyard. Close to the bay and downtown. Highly recommend especially if you have a dog. Good communication from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Estevan/Willows house was the perfect retreat for our family during our stay in Victoria. The neighborhood is charming, offering walkable parks and convenient beach access. The house itself was spotless and well-equipped, providing everything we needed. Its location is ideal, with easy access to both downtown and UVic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Great stay, amazing location

We had a great stay at this property. The owner was incredibly accommodating, easy to communicate with, and very friendly. The house is in an amazing location being so close to the village and the beach. Beds were comfortable and the house had everything we needed. Thanks for everything :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2023
thanks Sam, you were great guests. We are glad you got to enjoy the beach and local spirit. cheers, R & W
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jack s.

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

A nice two bedroom house close to u vic

House well equipped and comfortable. Good fenced yard nice neighborhood. Walk to beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2023
Thanks for the review and it was a pleasure meeting both of you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

Wonderful location and home

We stayed here for our daughter’s graduation from UVic. Location and amenities were perfect for our family. Appreciated the proximity to Willows Beach and Cattle Point as well as Estevan Village. Especially appreciated the back yard and dog-friendly space. Clean and bright. Great hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thanks you so much for your review. We appreciate your stay and the care you took of the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Location, location, location.

Lovely garden and sitting area.Perfect house for a couple as only one bathroom otherwise a very comfortable ,sunny and warm home.Short walk to beach and to village. On a very quiet street in a quiet area. My husband and I were very happy there. Hosts were very nice and approachable if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2023
thanks so much for the review, greatly appreciated. Thanks for leaving everything so tidy too, it was a nice treat to come home to.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

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

Gary Ferguson

The location of the property is beautiful. We sat in the shady backyard for many hours reading books and taking in the assortment of flowers. If you like quiet walks on the beach and beautiful parks, this is the place for you. Quiet two bedroom home with modern kitchen and open living room with big windows allowed us to relax immediately. Loved the warm bathroom floor as well. Host made everything easy and convenient. Hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

albert u.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet neighborhood, great location.

This place is located on a quiet street which is great for those with young children. Willow beach is a few minutes walk. House could use a little deep cleaning and especially kitchen. Make sure to check all rooms and drawers to keep any breakable Knick knacks away from kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2021
We appreciate the feedback, we thought we had cleared every non "kid proof" item from the house but it appears that the kids went into corners that we missed. Lesson learned, thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

audrey m.

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

A Charming, Magical, and Restorative Getaway

The property is on a quiet and beautiful tree-lined street, an easy walk to Willows beach or Estevan village. We (two seniors) had a wonderful week here, exploring nearby Cadboro Bay and Cattle Point as well. The house itself is a comforting and restorative place; the layout, amenities, and flow of the house works well - can't pinpoint exactly why, but it works! Finally, the hosts were wonderful - easy to communicate with, friendly, and upbeat. We hope to return. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith R.

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

Great location. Nice yard. Well appointed.

Fantastic location in Oak Bay a block from the beach and from restaurants and cafes. Very quiet. Well kept house with a nice yard, bbq and patio furniture. Clean and well appointed, including kitchen equipment. The combo tub/shower has high sides and is glassed in, making it difficult to use for older people or people with poor balance. A walk-in shower would have made the place perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thanks so much for your review. We appreciate your feedback as the more information available about the property the better the experience for future guests. Thanks for staying.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tia H.

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

Piano camp at UVic summer 2024

This was our second stay in this house for the same event, a one-week piano "camp" at UVic. Great location near UVic and two blocks from the water. You can walk to great restaurants nearby or cook in the well-equipped kitchen. The entire house is air conditioned but it stays cool on its own due to shade from ancient trees in the yard. Our host invited us to pick the raspberries growing in the yard. We had a wonderful time and will stay there again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thanks for the kind words, and great description of the property. Also, thanks for the care you took during your stay and we look forward to accommodating you and one day meeting Hank.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori and Terry K.

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

Beautiful Oak Bay Home

We have stayed at many VRBO’s over the years, and Rod’s home truly stands out. The two large bedrooms had very comfortable beds, with great linens. The kitchen is FULLY equipped, making meal preparations easy. The rental is the entire top floor of a lovely heritage home, and it is quite spacious. Two large skylights make it bright and cheerful, and the fireplace in the living room made for a cozy room to watch TV, and relax.. Set in a lovely quiet neighborhood, you are a few minutes walk from Willows Beach. An outstanding accommodation. We will most certainly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2024
Thanks for your kind words. We forgot how cozy the living room with the fireplace are as we move into the later fall and winter seasons. We are also so happy to read that you enjoy the neighbourhood, it truly is a nice quiet retreat.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Great house for a relaxed stay

Thank you for a great stay. It's a clean, comfortable, family-friendly house. While we picked it for its proximity to friends and family in Oak Bay, I'd recommend it to any family looking for a quiet place to explore Victoria. Just a block from a great beach with excellent bakeries and small shops, you're minutes away from direct bus routes to downtown. Parks abound and there are countless easy walks to new playgrounds and rock pools to keep small people busy. The house was surprisingly well equipped with everything you might need from beach towels to an air fryer. The backyard was a surprise and we enjoyed spending our evenings watching the sun go down as we watched the hummingbirds feed. Thank you for an easy, uncomplicated stay. Emily & Tony
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
thanks Emily, it was a pleasure having you and your family stay at our home and we appreciate your kind words. We are so happy that you could relax and enjoy the local beauty and hidden gems of Estevan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha B.

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

Well-Appointed Home in Beautiful Neighbourhood

This home is a lovely place to spend some time. It's moments from the beach and in a quiet, beautiful neighbourhood. The kitchen is fully outfitted with everything you might need, right down to a meat thermometer and silicone basting brush. The master bedroom has ample closet space, soft bedding, and comfortable pillows. The living room has a fireplace that my cats enjoyed for hours. There are little extras throughout the house, like a magic bag and beach towels in the hall closet. The backyard is gorgeous and well cared for. The owners of the home went above and beyond to make my longer stay incredibly comfortable. They made sure everything was set up how I liked it before I got there. They were reachable and helpful. In all, it was a great stay hosted by lovely people.
Stayed 40 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julieanne N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week Getaway to Paradise

Excellent location, not far from the beach and close to Estevan Village. Quiet street as well. The house had a decent sized kitchen and we were grateful for the air conditioning spread through a number of rooms in the house during the brief heat wave we experienced while visiting. Rod and Winona were very good in communicating regarding check-in and during our stay, and were always available to answer our questions. The house has two separate bedrooms (one w a/c in it) and a sofa bed as well. We did have some issues with the TV/internet. The TV would freeze at points, and the internet seemed to have a limited bandwidth (which we noticed only because my husband was working remotely during our stay). Rod was helpful with these issues, but we couldn't quite seem to resolve them during our time there. Overall, we had a nice and relaxing stay and loved the proximity to some of our favourite neighbourhood stops! The location, quiet neighbourhood, and friendly hosts make this a great place to stay on your visit to Victoria.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thanks so much for your review. We investigated the TV / Internet problem and got it fixed. We appreciate your feedback as it really helps to make the property better and more enjoyable for future guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Home away from home

This lovely home set in a gorgeous residential area is easy walking to restaurants in Estevan Village, and Willows Beach which is a beautiful beach with sand for the kiddos or sun lovers. Locals gathered on the beach or the nearby Willows Park to watch the sunset. Uplands Park a block from the house has some gorgeous greenery and walking trails where you can get lost and explore or follow the trail to where it pops you out at the Cattle Point area overlooking the bay. We were able to walk everyday and explore different routes each time, and when we felt like a different view of the ocean, walked over to the Oak Bay Marina and the Oak Bay hotel for dinner. Downtown is about 10 minutes drive away. The hosts were great and easy to contact, and we had the upper level of the house all to ourselves (there is another bedroom and bathroom downstairs that can be rented also, which we didn’t this time). The master bedroom has a king bed and the other bedroom upstairs a double. Plenty of closet space and the air conditioning was really appreciated! My family and my dog loved the amazingly private back yard full of beautiful plants and even fruit trees! We had access to the bbq and seating on the deck or under a covered patio off the house. We’ll definitely be back and would recommended this accommodation to anyone who wants to get away from the busy downtown Victoria and try something a bit quieter. Thanks Rod and Winona for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the location. Appreciated being able to text with the host. Loved the indoor and outdoor spaces for our family and being able to BBQ in the beautiful weather we were lucky to have was really clutch. Really hard to beat this location with Estevan Village and Willow’s Beach. Love, love, love
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2026
Thanks Adrianne, it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. You did get lucky with some nice June weather, hopefully you will visit Victoria again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Perfect Location

We had a great visit to the Victoria area and the house in Oak Bay was a perfect location. It is a very short walk to the beach and just a short drive to downtown Victoria. The neighborhood is so quiet that we slept very well. The backyard was a great place to sit and read. Rod was very easy to communicate with and very helpful with suggestions for restaurants to try and activities around the area. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your space!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

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

Loved it all!

Winona and Rod were helpful, easy going, respectful hosts. Location was unbeatable for us - one of Victoria’s nicest neighborhoods - Estevan in Oak Bag has amazing walks, beach, shops, village, parks, restaurants. House was uncluttered, clean, tidy, simple. Beautiful backyard and very comfortable beds. We loved it all!
Stayed 33 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Beautiful Oak Bay

Great home in a great location with fantastic hosts. Close to the best beach in Victoria and a quaint village with amazing food. Thankyou!
Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn M.

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

oak bay

lovely home, great neighbourhood
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2022
Thanks JoAnn, it was a pleasure having you stay.

About the host

Hosted by Rodney Munro

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We are from Victoria and enjoy the outdoors including hiking fishing and boating. Our goal is to provide the best possible Victoria/Oak Bay experience to our guests. As travelers ourselves, we know how much the details matter and how important location, convenience, and cleanliness are to our guests. We aim to ensure our guests feel immediately at home and try to accommodate their needs as they arixe.

Why they chose this property

The tree lined street is quiet, extremely safe, sunny, and only a block from the beach. There's a beautiful park one block up the road and ample for groceries and restaurants within a few blocks. The location has ample parking but is also very suitable for simply arriving and walking and biking. There is also public transit within a few blocks for easy access to all of Victoria's attractions.

What makes this property unique

People love the backyard with one ground level deck and one covered higher deck off the kitchen. The kitchen is perfect for gathering and meandering outside. We provide high quality appliances, a well stocked kitchen, luxurious linens, and very comfortable beds. Just about everyone arrives and does not want to leave. The back yard is very private and the neighborhood is very quiet. The interior of the house is very well maintained and very cozy.

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