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Interior
Room
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
S$154
avg per night

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
Price is S$154 avg per night,

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About the area

Victoria

Located by the sea, this guesthouse is in James Bay, a neighbourhood in Victoria. Butchart Gardens is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out. 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Red Fish Blue Fish - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715

The Garden Retreat is the perfect oasis in the city. We are within walking distance of everything you need from stores to restaurants to all the major attractions including the Royal BC Museum, Fishermans Wharf, Beacon Hill park and much much more.

Please be aware this is a pet friendly property and I have two Havanese that are loose as well as I have cats in their own catios and sometimes two of them may wander the property looking for snuggles. If you are thinking of bringing your dog I will need to approve first as not all dogs will work well with my property.

This is a self check in with two private entrances and is ideal for short or longer stays.

There is so much to do from renting bikes to strolling our waterfront or hanging out in Beacon Hill park for the day.

This is a one bedroom open concept cottage with a beautiful back private patio.

Inside your private cottage you will find a king size bed that is beyond comfortable with high quality linens, both plush and memory foam pillows as well as a soft cozy goose down duvet. The comfort continues with thick and fluffy towels and luxurious spa bathrobes.

The full sized kitchen comes equipped with a stove and oven, microwave, full sized fridge, toaster, coffee maker, kettle, and a vita mix blender, Also provided, are dishes, glassware, cutlery, pots and pans and other essentials. Coffee, teas, creamers are also available .

There is a washer and dryer for your convenience.

We are steps from the Clipper and Coho ferry so perfect for leaving your car at home.

You can park your vehicle in the driveway and if possible pull in close to the fence and close to the gate as that way I can park my personal vehicle as well.

This private cottage is everything you could want for any season in Victoria!

Property manager

dianne donohue
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
MY TWO HAVANESE ARE LOOSE ON PROPERTY
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
We are a non smoking house. If you need to smoke please use the bench at the front of the property. I have two Havanese loose on the property.
I must know ahead of time if you are bringing a dog as not all dogs are a good fit here.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 48715, H351947235

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715 pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715 located?

Located in James Bay, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf Park, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Government Street and Legislative Assembly of British Columbia are also within 10 minutes.

Private garden retreat with king size bed, full kitchen, private patio 48715 Reviews

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. 113 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 130 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Great stsy

Great weather
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick H.

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

Long weekend in Victoria

Was in town for a soccer tournament and stayed at this cute little retreat. Easy check in and checkout. Great little neighborhood close to town. Nice place with a great garden area. Would stay here again if we are ever back in Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Great stay

The location cannot be beat. The neighbourhood is quiet but in walking distance to downtown and all amenities. The suite is comfortable and has eberything you need. comfortable and had
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

A little gem in James Bay

My husband and I stayed here with our little dog over Christmas. It truly is a small jewel of a property. It’s in a great location in James Bay, just a couple of blocks behind the Parliament buildings and walkable to everything in downtown Victoria. Being in this area over the holidays was magical. The unit is small but cozy and very well laid out. There is a lovely little garden and sitting area in the back, which was nice to look out on, but would be great in the summer. The host, Dianne, lives in the main house on the property, and she is readily available for any questions, but not intrusive. The house is very well stocked, with everything you might need, including a selection of teas and coffee, instant oatmeal, milk pods in the fridge, and even homemade brownies. The king sized bed was very comfortable. We appreciated that it was dog friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend It to anyone looking for a lovely apartment in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen N.

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

Wonderful stay!

Thank you Diane for a wonderful stay! We were very comfortable and relaxed here. Diane made us feel so welcome, including our dog Rosie. We were welcomed with a holiday poinsettia arrangement and fresh brownies.Some things that we especially appreciated - stand alone cottage, meaning there were no people above whose voices or footsteps could be heard, the unit was brightly lit thanks to two skylights and large windows in the living area which was especially appreciated on cloudy days, the back patio is very private with lovely trees, pots and furniture making for a nice view out the patio door, the kitchen is small but very well stocked, the bed was extremely comfortable, several real plants made it feel more like home, coffee, tea, oatmeal packets and some other helpful pantry staples were provided and you can’t beat the location in James Bay! A few things to remember: there is no door to separate the bedroom from the living space, the primary entrance to the unit is into the bedroom. These can be noted from the photos. There are other units for rent in the main house meaning there could be other people outside in the main part of the back yard. None of these things detracted from our positive experience but just a reminder so you are not surprised. Thanks again Diane, we hope to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel D.

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

Family reunion

The unit was separate from others, well stocked, clean, close to waterfront and shopping. Stayed for two weeks. Traveling with handicapped husband. The unit offer no stairs, walk in shower, which were necessary for our needs. Happy with overall performance
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

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

Awesome, walkable neighborhood! Less than private location.

We absolutely loved the location of this property in terms of the James Bay neighborhood and proximity to downtown. It was very walkable and convenient to leave the car behind. There were some unexpected issues. The property does disclose there are dogs at the host's house (which this cottage is in the backyard of), but we didn't expect them to in the yard of the cottage, waiting outside our door, or barking for lengths of time outside the cottage. Also, the property was described as private, yet there were many different people visiting in the gated backyard where the cottage is. We could hear people talking and often saw them on our way in or out or out of the kitchen window so we left the shades closed the whole time. Lastly, there is a problem with black mold inside this cottage. It's heavily present on the washing machine ring, is covering areas of the main doors, and is in the window seams. We experienced allergy response during this time and would have left if it wasn't cost prohibitive for us to find another place. We stay at a lot of vacation rentals and never experienced black mold. The place seemed clean other than that. The good news is that the bed was incredibly comfortable and the bedding cozy. If it were more private and didn't have mold, it would have been perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS B.

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

Comfortable and friendly

We found the property very comfortable and was close to everything in the centre of Victoria. The host was both friendly and helpful. Would certainly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick K.

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

Fine property. Fine location. Fine host.

The listing promised a lot, but this small, handsome cottage exceeded our expectations, and the private garden patio -- where we lunched, surrounded by flowers -- was icing on the cake.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Cute cottage

Diane's private garden retreat is in a great location. The one bedroom cottage has all the necessary amenities needed to cook and enjoy a delicious meal using local ingredients purchased at a nearby grocer. The private patio is super! And, always important, the bed was very comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Little Gem in James Bay

We enjoyed our stay at Dianne’s Garden Suite. It was big enough, for the two of us and our Labrador. Was Clean, everything worked, good shower, functional kitchen and a nice little outside deck with BBQ We would stay again
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy M.

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

Review

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris W.

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

Perfect location with great amenities

I really enjoyed my getaway in the lovely Garden Suite with private patio. Diane was friendly and available. She provides so many extras that I felt right at home. Also you can't beat the central location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Justin A.

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

Excellent location

Property is in great neighborhood. Close proximity to downtown Victoria and Beacon Hill park. Very walkable. Host was very nice and left us brownies. Property was less private than we anticipated. In order to access the guest house, we had to go through the host’s shared backyard and the guest house was basically in the backyard. The clothes washer was also moldy, which gave the place a bit of a musty odor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Perfect spot fir couple in Victoria

Lovely cozy spot in Victoria hosted by Dianne. Short walk to many local sights. Well stocked kitchen, comfy king bed and pretty private garden with bbq. Enjoyed a three night stay in June. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Wonderful Stay

Location was perfect. Very clean. Bed and pillows were amazing! Thank you Dianne!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Serenity and Serendipity

Clean, quiet, 5 minutes on bike from the ferry dock. Lots of space for 2 including a lovely private patio we weren't expecting. Well stocked with coffee and other necessities. Host was as nice as anyone could possibly ever be in letting us store bikes/bags while we were out and about. As it turned out too, staying with Dianne and her house full of adventurers was also exactly right for providing us some advice, inspiration and wisdom during some big work/life changes. Which made this an amazing restorative getaway. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan O.

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

Victoria stay

Diane has a unique residence/B&B. My husband and I throughly enjoyed being so close to historic Victoria. We were able to walk to both the tourist center as well as the neighborhood attractions like restaurants, parks and local coffeehouses and art galleries. One of the best parts for us is being able to pick up local seafood and cook it in our Garden Retreat! We are looking forward for a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

What a gem!

Location, location, location! This wonderful little property was 1 1/2 blocks from the Parliament Buildings. There was easy access to everything downtown and waterfront. It was quiet, elegant, and comfortable. Diane was right on site, and available for questions. Off street parking was available. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the private garden was wonderful! We cannot speak highly enough of this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

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

Great spot!!

We really enjoyed our stay. This space is clean, comfortable and well kept. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne P.

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

James Bay Gem

This was the perfect home away from home. We enjoyed the proximity to everything (so central). It is an easy walk to everywhere we wanted to go and when we ventured further, the bus was so close. The cottage had everything and more than we needed. It was super comfy and cozy! Dianne is the perfect hostess - always checking in to ensure that all is well, giving us other activity options and just her overall welcoming spirit - we feel we have known her for years and we hope that will come true! -- Yvonne & Mike
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R., Grand Marais, Minnesota, USA

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

Consistently Excellent

Enjoy the peaceful courtyard and immerse yourself in, the James Bay neigbourhood. We have stayed on this property multiple times and have always been pleased.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan C., Penticton, BC, Canada

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

Great location

Very nice cottage in location near downtown Victoria. Host Dianne is very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

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

Cozy spot

Great property in quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Vacation

Great convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023