Private Guest Room with Separate Entrance | 30 Min to Downtown Victoria

Peaceful Forest Retreat Near Victoria

Escape to a peaceful, park-like setting surrounded by forest, nature, and birdsong—while remaining close to shops, restaurants, and many of the Victoria area’s most popular attractions.

Please note: This listing is for a private guest room, not an entire home or floor. The room is located on the lower level of the house and has its own separate entrance, offering guests privacy and convenience.

It is a quiet, elegant place to relax after a day of hiking, sightseeing, or exploring Vancouver Island.

Location

This is an ideal location for guests who enjoy nature and hiking.

Gowlland Tod Provincial Park is only a five-minute walk away and offers beautiful forest trails and spectacular views of the Saanich Inlet and the Malahat.

Lone Tree Hill is approximately a three-minute drive away. The short hike takes about 20 minutes each way and rewards you with an incredible 360-degree view on a clear day.

The property is also conveniently located:

Approximately 10 minutes from grocery stores, Starbucks, Dairy Queen, and other shops and restaurants
15 minutes from Bear Mountain Resort and golf courses
Approximately 30 minutes from downtown Victoria

The drive from the Trans-Canada Highway is straightforward and takes approximately 10 minutes beyond the nearest major shopping area.

Nearby Attractions

Drive times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic.

Within 15–25 Minutes
Goldstream Provincial Park – 15 minutes: Hiking trails, waterfalls, towering trees, and the annual salmon run
Thetis Lake Regional Park – 15 minutes
Esquimalt Lagoon – 20 minutes: A beautiful oceanfront area with views of Victoria and the Olympic Mountains, along with walking, beachcombing, driftwood sculptures, and excellent birdwatching
Durrance Lake – 20 minutes
McKenzie Bight Trail – 20 minutes
Hatley Castle and Royal Roads University – 20 minutes
Fisgard Lighthouse and Fort Rodd Hill – 25 minutes
Within 30–45 Minutes
Beacon Hill Park – 30 minutes
Fisherman’s Wharf – 30 minutes
The Fairmont Empress and Inner Harbour – 30 minutes
Malahat SkyWalk – 30 minutes
Ogden Point Breakwater and cruise ship terminal – 35 minutes
Butchart Gardens – 35 minutes
Victoria International Airport – 40 minutes
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal – 45 minutes
Duncan – approximately 45 minutes
Day Trips
French Beach – approximately 1 hour
Mystic Beach and China Beach – approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Sombrio Beach – approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
Chemainus – approximately 1 hour
Nanaimo ferry terminals – approximately 1 to 1¼ hours
Parksville and Qualicum Beach – approximately 2 hours
Cathedral Grove in MacMillan Provincial Park – approximately 2 hours
Mount Washington Alpine Resort – under 3 hours
Things to Do

The surrounding area offers many opportunities for:

Hiking and nature walks
Cycling on converted railway trails
Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding
Golf at Bear Mountain and other nearby courses
Visiting wineries, cideries, distilleries, and a local meadery
Dining at nearby restaurants
Shopping and sightseeing in Victoria
House Guidelines

Cooking: Please avoid preparing foods that create strong or lingering odours, including seafood, bacon, heavily spiced dishes, or fried foods. This is also important due to allergy concerns.

Lights: When leaving for the day, please turn off all indoor lights.

Visitors: For the comfort, privacy, and safety of everyone on the property, only registered guests are permitted. Outside visitors are not allowed.

Thank you for your understanding. Please feel free to reach out with any questions before or during your stay.