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3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa.
A red lounge chair by a wooden staircase with blue lighting, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and two couches.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
An office with a desk, chair, and sofa.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Departure Bay Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Departure Bay Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park

Unwind in Nanaimo at this delightful house. With 2 cozy bedrooms including a king bed, queen bed, and double futon with computer workstation in the den/third bedroom. Office can have different setups. As futon couch with twin bed or double bed and twin or two double beds. Extra charge to have setup with beds. Guests can relax in comfort. BC regulations only allows to advertise 2 bedrooms and no more than 4 adult guests. Children are not included in that total guests 😉
The features include a beautiful fireplace and a jetted oversized bathtub for a luxurious soak.
Get in a great swim in the 17’ swim spa and enjoy a delicious beverage at the tiki bar with a smart tv.
This charming property also offers amenities like free parking, WiFi and fully stocked kitchen to make great meals.
Enjoy all that Nanaimo has to offer when you stay.
Onsite management on lower/main level with separate entrance. Guests stay on upper level.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Set up of office for sleeping is $80 per bed per stay

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H389871985, 5032152
Property # 9999635
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
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

About the area

Nanaimo

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Departure Bay, a neighbourhood in Nanaimo. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frank Crane Arena, or consider a night out at Vancouver Island Conference Centre.
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Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Departure Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sugarloaf Mountain Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Woodgrove Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Drip Coffee | Social - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Huong Lan Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is 3 bdm house with Swim Spa, walk to Departure Bay, Hike Linley Valley Park located?

Located in Departure Bay, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Departure Bay Beach and Eagle View Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and comfortable. A very nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay here. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and the hosts truly went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of in every way. I would absolutely stay here again and would 100% recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and hôte

Thank you for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great host, very responsive. Property was lovely. Would highly recommend! Only thing to mention that isn't on the listing is that the Swim Spa is a shared space with the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and comfortable

Was nice to have a fireplace The weather wasn’t the best but it was nice to get some r&rDidn’t get to enjoy the hot tub much but hopefully next time the weather might be better to enjoy the outside atmosphere Overall the stay was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trader Vic's tiki bar

It was a great location, very close to everything. Thankfully Google Maps is available as there are loads of streets in Nanaimo! The house was immaculate! Vic was an awesome host, however I perhaps misunderstood as I have never stayed at a VRBO and I thought the house was ours. Vic lives on the ground floor, travels a lot. I absolutely would recommend Vic and his property! I would caution anyone that is elderly and has mobility problems as Nanaimo as well as this house is built on hills. We were travelling with our 92 and 90 year old parents. The pictures did show the steep hill but I just did not think it through for them. My lack of details! All in all, a great time and Vic is very accommodating. Thanks Vic, We left you some fresh Cod in the freezer. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Good, But Could Be Improved.

I stay in rentals like these because I like to be able to cook and have better control over the food that I eat when travelling. I am always disappointed when I check the kitchen and it is not stocked with pots pans and utensils. Why have a place like this and not provide all that??Vic’s place has potential to be great if the kitchen was stocked better. I was cooking for 4 and it was a bit of a challenge to make a large meal with the lack of tools in the kitchen. It was even harder to clean up with only sponges and cloths, barely any soap and no scouring pads. Vic was awesome. He happened to be there when we arrived and showed us how to use the swim spa, and was very quick to respond later when we had trouble with it. He also offered an early and late check in/out. Vic did mention that if we needed anything he would drop it off, but we were there for a somber occasion and I didn’t want to interact with anyone if I did not have to; and I think those items should just be there for that type of rental. Not sure if it is in the listing, but there is a camera aimed at the swim spa and it felt kinda creepy for my daughter. Vic mentioned that it only takes stills and is not on all the time, but still. So, I would say if you are looking for a place to catch some rays and sit in a hot tub by a Tiki bar, and you aren’t planning any large meals, this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2025
Thx for the feedback Garth! There was a large stockpot and wok with steamer in the island but maybe I’ll label the cupboards to make it easier. Please let me know what’s missing in the kitchen. No scouring pads as I’m concerned about scratching the counter tops. I’ll see what I can come up with for a better substitute. . The tiki bar security camera is for the smart tv and bar fridge contents but maybe I’ll find a way to cover it up when guests are using the spa and bar. Sorry it caused discomfort. Thx again for your feedback.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very friendly and helpful host, with a lovely property. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2024
Thx for the review Mike! Please let me know if you have any recommendations to get a 5 star review? Cheers

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