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Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach

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Location
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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Breakfast available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Explore the area

Nanoose Bay, BC

Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
‪11 min drive‬
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
‪14 min drive‬
Parksville Beach
‪17 min drive‬
Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach

Stay minutes from world-class beaches, colorful towns and the lively city of Nanaimo, but feel like you're miles away from it all. Nestled in a lively garden on a wooded acreage on Vancouver Island, the Garden House is a charming home away from home. Bright and airy, with your own spacious private outdoor area; enjoy BBQ's or outdoor fires, a quiet cup of coffee communing with the resident herons and deer, or just bathe in the sights and sounds of our little private forested acreage. Spoil yourself with a beautiful place to return to from your adventures! located in driving distance from Victoria, Tofino and Campbell River.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Kids and dogs roam free on our acreage. 5 km/hr speed limit while driving on the property and keep a close eye on your surroundings while driving

Wood fire pit available in accordance with local fire restrictions. Keep fire size to 1mx1m, burn purchased firewood only and extinguish with water

To be considerate neighbors, please keep music volume at a level where the neighbors won't be disturbed at all times. Quiet time 10 pm to 8 am.

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

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 H751780035

About the area

Nanoose Bay

Located in Nanoose Bay, this apartment is in a rural area. Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Coombs Old Country Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parksville Beach and Arbutus Grove Provincial Park. Wilde and Sparrow and Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Nanoose Bay, BC

What's nearby

Fairwinds Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
Rathtrevor Beach - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
Parksville Beach - 17 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lantzville pub - ‬10 min drive
‪Nanoose Bay Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪Cedar Room @ Tigh-Na-Mara - ‬9 min drive
‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪subway - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nanoose Garden House: hideaway in the woods minutes to the beach located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Qualicum National Wildlife Area and within 3 miles (5 km) of Nanoose Road Community Park and Rowland Road Community Park. Arbutus Grove Provincial Park and Richard Place Community Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Gayle K.

11 Aug, 2025

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

Very peaceful location and a wonderful host

Great location, close to so many beaches, coffee shops & restaurants. Hobby farm, well stocked kitchen & we were able to buy fresh eggs for our breakfasts. The bed was comfortable and the suite was nicely decorated with a mixture of old vintage and new. Enjoys our stay very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

31 Jul, 2025

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

Errington

Our host was very nice. Gave us fruit from her garden.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

22 Sept, 2024

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

Great Place

The place was nice and clean and close to a lot of tourist attractions, the host was very pleasant and the area very interesting

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

6 Sept, 2023

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

Gardenhouse

We had a nice time in this accommodation. Dagmar is a friendly host and gave us great ideas for traveling around.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Bernard & Yvonne S.

24 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Anniversary getaway

We were surprised to find out it’s a basement suite. Driving in, the first impression was quite disappointing. It was untidy outside. Also, the suite was damp and had a musty smell. The king size bed was a fold out and the mattress was creaky and didn’t have good support so we switched to the other bedroom (which has a window in the carport). The towels were thin and has seen better days. Also, the Teflon frying pans were not safe to use because of the peeling Teflon. Otherwise, the private outdoor area was nice. And the suite was spacious with some nice decor choices. Dagmar was kind and willing to help when we needed it. She had left a bouquet of roses for us when we arrived. Hopefully this is helpful for her moving forward.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krysta M.

20 Jun, 2024

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

Amazing

Dagmar is such a sweetheart! She gave great instructions on how to find the place (very easy). The place was beautifully decorated, and very modern. The bathroom was incredible (there’s a towel heater, which I didn’t know what a thing)! The dogs are so sweet, and the gardens are gorgeous. She even had orange juice in the fridge (I don’t know if that was for us, but I definitely had a glass). We didn’t spend any time there, other than to sleep and stuff, but it would be a great place to hang out. We were probably very boring guests. Hahaha. Thank you Dagmar, and family! When we come visit, again, we will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

24 Jun, 2023

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

Terrific times in the Trees…

We so enjoyed our stay! Dagmar met us, showed us around her place and introduced us to Luka the guard dog (lol, he’s a sweetie 😉) plus her daughter and grandchildren over our weeks stay. The kitchen area is spacious, with a good microwave/stove/oven combo and a nice table setup. The area is super quiet! There is a lovely space to enjoy your morning coffee or evening BBQ or nightcap outside that is a nice just for you. Deer wander out of the trees regularly. Sleep is easy to come by in the large queen bed with the mattress pad on. Morning does come early, so be ready for bright sunshine at 6 AM. The only thing that may help that is black out drapes in the master bedroom. Thank-you so much Dagmar!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

22 Jul, 2024

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

Lovely Property

Dagmar is a considerate and accommodating host with a beautiful spot in the forest. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylesa

8 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Dagmar was a great host to her quaint suite and amazing gardens. She was helpful with options for things to do in the area and giving directions to places we needed to go. Her suite was very modern and nicely decorated with a nice and private patio for relaxing on. We had a fantastic time there, and it was a good home base for different things we wanted and needed to do between Nanaimo and Parksville. Would highly recommend staying here. Thanks Dagmar!! 😀

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dagmar Kos

Petra is a mum to three busy young children, who have all grown up on the Island. Dagmar is a gardener extraordinaire and beloved "Babcha" to three grandkids. When we came to the west coast a decade ago, we fell in love with this stunning island and started growing our own slice of paradise. We have formed a mother-daughter team to share our beloved corner of the world with our visitors.

Why they chose this property

Slide into the day-to-day of a Vancouver Island garden acreage. By turns enchanted with visiting deer, herons and other wildlife; lively with the laughter of children, crowing of roosters and play of our acreage dogs; magical with the crackle of a late evening campfire on hot summer nights; or brooding and cozy with the sound of Vancouver Island rain pattering on the window; the Nanoose Garden House is the very opposite of sterile hotel accommodation. No day is like the other, but they all offer a charming, beautifully appointed home for you to return to from your Vancouver Island adventures.

What makes this property unique

We can't wait to share the island with you! Want to hit just the highlights, or are you more in search of paths less travelled? Want to know the inside scoop that just the locals know? We'll have recommendations to make your stay as special and unique as your tastes are.