The modern Carriage House sleeps four comfortably. There is a queen Bed in the master and two singles in the second bedroom. A full stainless steal kitchen is ready for Gourmet meals with fresh BC fruit and vegetables bought from the farmers markets or sea food bought directly from the fisherman's boat. A wood burning stove in the living space is wonderful to cozy up to in the evenings and enjoy a glass of wine or a good book. A covered balcony over looking the beautiful property is the perfect place for your morning coffee and evening cocktail . Sitting on the deck down at the pond you may see an abundance of wildlife. Deer, fish, blue heron, bald eagles, mink, and numerous feather friends have been spotted many times. Certain times of the year the pond is nice to swim in . If you are up for a challenging hike, the property backs onto a lush undisturbed forested area with a beautiful creek. You may be able to make the short hike up the stream to the small water fall, but you are going to get wet.
Property manager
Tara & Jamie
Languages
English
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Air conditioning
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Mill Bay
Located in Mill Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Cowichan Native Village and World's Largest Hockey Stick are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Memory Island Provincial Park and Bamberton Provincial Park. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Mill Bay, BC
What's nearby
Merridale Estate Cidery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Brentwood College School - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Mill Bay Centre - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Mill Bay Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 59 min drive - 67.9 km
Getting around
Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
Westcoast Fish n Chips - 4 min drive
Cobblestone Inn - 6 min drive
Black Swan Inn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Merridale Estate Cidery, Mill Bay Centre and Brentwood College School. Shawnigan Lake Museum and Old Mill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a lovely visit. Good value here - will be back if it remains that way.
George K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn E.
25 May, 2018
Kind hosts and beautiful space!
We had a great weekend at the Carriage house. The space is very nice and newly renovated. Tara and Jamie went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Hope to be back soon!
This location was central to all the sites we were interested in. Lots of deer nosing about. Property was clean and nicely appointed. Owners were very approachable and always helpful. The layout was spacious. Plus, BC folks are very friendly!
Pierre Q.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Brett M.
20 Feb, 2015
cozy comfort
Thanks so much for our wonderful stay. The house was well out-fitted and the beds so comfortable! Such a lovely spot, and so convenient to both Mill Bay and Shawnigan Lake. Both Tessa and I really enjoyed our time there - cooking up a storm and admiring your horse and goat! Thanks again.
Nicola
Absolutely loved our stay at Cedar Hollows. Felt right at home from the moment we arrived. We were travelling with our toddler (3) and baby (8months), and it was perfect for us! Tara was ways quick to respond and a fantastic host. The property is beautiful and our toddler loved watching the goats and having a wander around the pond every day. Kitchen was incredibly well equipped with everything we needed and super cozy beds. 100% recommend!!
Rachel R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Jesse H., Lake Country
5 Mar, 2018
Felt like home. Very quiet, peaceful country side.
Jamie and Tara are great hosts and made it feel like home. We enjoyed the very well equipped carriage house, and woodstove. The farm was quiet, and the scenery was beautiful. Enjoyed watching the wildlife stroll through, and the farm animals. We loved how close the parks and beaches were from their place. If the carriage house is well equipped then in our opinion we felt that the mattress could use an upgrade.
Jesse H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Jyoti P.
30 Jul, 2017
Well maintained, clean, and comfortable property!
This was a nice relaxing getaway for my 2 little girls, husband and myself.
Pros: very clean, nice property, well located to explore Vancouver island towns, hot
Tub, air conditioner, nice patio.
Cons: Not much provided (oil, hand soap, laundry detergent, did not lend butter when we asked), very squeaky bed.
Overall I would probably stay again but make note that unlike previous reviewers who said the kitchen was very well stocked and there were farm fresh eggs, we did not find this to be true but in fact found very little was provided when compared to other vacation rentals. We found one bar of soap when we arrived and had to request another so we weren't running it from the bath to the kitchen to the bathroom sink. Just remember you should bring everything you plan on using for the kitchen, bath or laundry or plan on buying it. This is a very clean and well maintained rental so that is the trade off! For me, being told we could not have the empty oil bottle filled because it's not provided and having to run to the store for little things was a bit of an annoyance and affected the feeling of hospitality. Asides from this, we did truly enjoy our time.
Very private and well stocked with everything you need, great location, wonderful hosts. The property is quite large and very well maintained, the hosts accommodated EV charging at no extra costs. The property is in a farm setting yet the air is very clean with no bugs at all or extra noises. Thank you for the hospitality, will come back.
Beautiful accommodation in a stunning setting and location
We absolutely loved the apartment-beautifully decorated and warm and comfortable. The setting is beautiful-complete with a lovely pond. We woke up one morning to deer just outside the window! Tara is wonderful!
We would come back in a heartbeat.
Inside, the flat is modern, very comfortable and well appointed. Outside is a serene environment, perfect for strolls by the pond or to visit with the goats. The balcony, overlooking the garden and forest, is a perfect place to relax.
This place was excellent! The lodging was comfortable and felt like home away from home. The location is great as it’s out of the city but close enough to most locations on mid and South Island. The owners were great and the property is lovely. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Easy to find - quiet rural property.
rope swing, tree fort, and goats&horse the highlights for our 12&9yo.
New & spacious & comfortable accommodations.
The perfect starting point for daily tours in Cowichan area
Everything perfect: Friendly and helpful hosts, living on the same ground, many cute animals horse, sheep, goats and even wild- living deer with fawns strolling cross the lawn!
Very nice and clean little house, perfect for two to four. Kitchen fully equipped, modern and complete!
Nice comfortable beds and in the evening qiuet surrounding.
The carriage house was clean and spacious with all the amenities you could want. Lovely peaceful location with friendly hosts and life. Did want to leave.
Rog and Sue. England
Roger N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
john d.
27 Jan, 2019
Cozy, nice setting
Quiet, close to shopping and eminities.
john d.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
david d.
10 Dec, 2018
cozy and clean
we enjoyed our stay at the carriage house. my brother looked forward in stoking up the wood stove for that nice warmth on a winters day.
david d.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer V., Smithers
30 Oct, 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the carriage house!
Very comfortable accommodations and beautiful property! My daughters 7 and 8 had so much fun on the trampoline, the rope swing and petting the animals. Thanks Tara and Jamie for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Jennifer V.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laura T.
29 Sept, 2018
A perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
We found Cedar Hollow to be very charming and comfortable with everything we needed. The property was lovely and made for a very relaxed holiday. It was easy to find our way around and would love to visit again. We also want to thank Jamie for his recommendation on whale watching. We went to Ocean Ecoventure In Cowichan Bay and had a wonderful experience with a captain that was very knowledgeable who made it fun and educational.
Laura T.
10/10 Excellent
Chris C., Edmonton, Alberta
6 Sept, 2018
Great spot, perfect for our family of 4!
Cedar Hollow was such a fantastic spot for our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teenagers) while we were in the Victoria/Cowichan area. The house was exactly as described and it was great to have a full kitchen, good sized bedrooms and a nice sitting area.
We went all over the place in our 5 days in the area and everything was really easy to get to because of the location of the house - Victoria, Sooke, Langford, Cowichan, Salt Spring, etc...nothing was too far away.
If we are ever back on the island and in the area, Cedar Hollow will definitely be our go to spot to stay!
Chris C.
10/10 Excellent
Desiree K., Vancouver, WA
8 Aug, 2018
Perfect escape from the city.
My family and I stayed in the Carriage house while attending a weeks worth of family wedding events in Saanich and Victoria. Although we were about 30-40 minutes away from our events, it was well worth the drive. The cottage was a perfect getaway from the busyness of Victoria and gave us something to look forward to at the end of our busy, wedding event filled days. The views were outstanding including thick woods, flowers, deer, horses and goats. The owners of the home did not engage with us unless we sought them out which made the rental feel even more private. The house was cool despite the hot summer climate and the deck was, by far, my favorite place to be; in the morning with my coffee and in the evening with my glass of wine. We will certainly consider this location again when we return to Canada.
Desiree K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Tara & Jamie
We relocated from Saskatchewan to the island just this past summer. We moved for our love of the great outdoors, oceans, forests, wildlife, and yes of course the mild winter climate, which was the last nudge that we needed. We purchased this property with the idea of sharing this beautiful Home and Island experience with others from all over the world. We sincerely hope that you love it as much as we do.
What makes this property unique
We are centrally located between Mill Bay and Shawnigan Lake only 3.1 km in either direction . If you look at the picture that was provided from the air you will notice the lush and pleantyiful forest all around us and the ocean on one side and the lake on the other all within 5 mins from the house.