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A quiet, private suite overlooking a quaint lake
Beachfront holiday home with kitchenette and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Victoria, BC
- Place, Havenwood Park5 min walk
- Place, Royal Roads University4 min drive
- Place, Olympic View Golf Club4 min drive
- Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Suite bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Suite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
A quiet, private suite overlooking a quaint lake
23 minutes from Victoria, 23 minutes from Sooke, Blue Sky Retreat is a quiet respite and rest for anyone wanting to get the best out of their stay at the southern end of Vancouver Island.
We have a suite available with a private living room, bedroom and private balcony with swing, gravity chairs, BBQ and your own private entrance, a kitchenette and private bathroom with shower. One additional guest can easily be accommodated on the memory foam full size sofa bed in the living room. We provide additional bedding (pillows, duvets, blankets) as required.
Accommodating your Dog
We are dog-friendly! Just include that you’re travelling with a dog in the Booking Summary under “Travellers” and check “I am travelling with pets”. You can view the pet fee under “Price Details” at the Book Now screen, under “Host Fees”.
There is a private area down at the suite for your pet to use. (Please pick up after it!) We ask guests to keep their dog in the suite area and not roam freely up in the garden.
The kitchenette includes our own freshly roasted coffee, assorted midnight snacks, teas, milk and bottled water in the fridge/freezer. A countertop convection oven/toaster and microwave are also included.
The location is conveniently close to amenities, Lookout Lake Park, Olympic View Golf course, hiking, Galloping Goose Trail, and about 8 minutes from the ocean with many off-leash beaches.
Our Dogs are very friendly!
We share our home with two Bernese Mountain Dogs, Sophie and Teesha. They are very friendly, people-loving dogs and will be very excited to greet new guests. Give them a couple of minutes to quieten down when we come out to meet you on arrival.
For prospective guests that may not be comfortable around dogs, please let us know and we can try to find a way to accommodate you by keeping our pups inside at certain times. However, if any member of your party is frightened of dogs, our place may not be suitable to book.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Sofa bed size “Double” 2 kids or 1 adult rec.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 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 and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number H528032343
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Victoria
Located in Victoria, this holiday home is in the mountains and on 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Victoria, BC
What's nearby
- Havenwood Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Latoria Creek Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Royal Roads University - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Olympic View Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- Victoria Harbour - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen - 4 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- Bucky's Tap House - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
26 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Donna L.
12 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Donna L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carolyne S.
10 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carolyne S.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Raymond K.
3 Oct, 2025
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Raymond K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lee Ann M.
25 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lee Ann M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian C.
7 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brian C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
3 Oct, 2025
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Michael B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna P.
31 Aug, 2025
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Deanna P.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russell C.
18 Sept, 2025
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Russell C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carroll
18 Sept, 2025
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Carroll
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Christine
1 Oct, 2025
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Christine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori C.
1 Sept, 2025
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Lori C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Connie G.
25 Aug, 2025
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Connie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Wade
30 Jul, 2025
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Wade
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jan T.
11 Aug, 2025
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Jan T.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alex
29 Jun, 2025
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Alex
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Randell
8 Jun, 2025
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Randell
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Minelle M.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Minelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
8 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
A&E C.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view
A&E C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmelle
21 Jun, 2025
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Carmelle
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele W.
5 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michele W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne C.
2 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet relaxing stay
Suzanne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jory S.
13 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great, cute, private spot to stay :)
Jory S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin A.
11 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Benjamin A.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Doug Parsons
Semi-Retired professionals enjoying island life with our pups. We love hosting and sharing the amazing views of our location with others.
Why they chose this property
Even though we spread to be in the suburbs, we back into a lake and look out over mountains and wildlife. We fell in love with the arbutus in the front garden and the lake in the back!
What makes this property unique
Our home has some very relaxing spaces to enjoy nature, overlooking the ocean, lake, and mountains. Yet only 20 minutes from the big city and 5 minutes from most beaches and box stores.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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