Marcia and Ray were great hosts and we had a very relaxing vacation despite the on and off rain.

I had a perfect time at Swallow's Keep. I have all praises to sing about the easygoing generousity of the hosts, the beauty of the land, and the comfort and character of the cabin—but it's the sheep that steal my heart. I found peace walking alone among the misty arbutus, and getting to knowthe lambs with Marcia was a joy. I can't wait to come back and share this treasure with a friend, or with a sweetheart, or with my mother!

Thanks so much for a lovely few days at Swallow's Keep. The cabin was beautiful, relaxing, clean and well stocked. The views and sunsets were spectacular!

We absolutely loved our stay at Swallow's Keep! The pictures don't even do it justice. There is so much to see and do on their piece of land, and it is the back drop to some seriously amazing sunsets. The cabin was so cozy and cute, with so many well thought out details. AND then there are the animals! Each one has a personality, we had so much fun watching them all roam the property. We loved every minute of our stay.

Absolutely the best last minute trip I could have booked for my girlfriend and I. The hospitality shown by Marcia and Ray was outstanding and the Cabin/Loft Home was fully decked out with all the comforts one could want. Sitting on the front deck sipping a coffee in the morning quietness watching the deer, sheep and chickens was so relaxing. Spectacular ocean view and boats slowing cruising by created such a tranquil setting. Fleur is my favorite and you could say she has quite the personality, missing her already! Hikes around the property and down to coons bay are something you don’t think exists anymore, otters, eagles and sandstone sculptures are gorgeous(URL HIDDEN)highly recommend staying here, 2 hours from downtown Vancouver and absolutely serenity.

What a special spot: a cabin in the woods, with hiking trails right from the front door, with the most breathtaking view & a woodburning fireplace. We felt right at home and loved the privacy we were given. The cabin was fully equipped with everything we needed. We'll be back soon!

This was such a beautiful spot! We were greeted upon arrival by Ray who was finishing up tidying the cabin (we were a little early!). Marcia later greeted us and made sure we felt welcomed and knew the ins and outs of the property and island.

My husband and I really enjoyed the gracious hospitality of Marcia and Ray, loved the gorgeous cabin filled with beautiful work of local artists, the fabulous views, the idyllic setting away from the rat race! It was a pleasant surprise to find so many books, board games, and even a CD player/radio. The kitchen was fairly well-equipped, and we look forward to using the BBQ on the deck when we return in the summer. It was wonderful to wake up to the chirping of the birds and the soothing sounds of lambs, dogs, roosters and chickens every day to breathtaking views of the Salish Sea and the magical trees. The shower was very clean and had a generous water flow. The wood-burning fireplace with unlimited wood supply was a treat. It took us a day to get used to the steep stairs to the loft, but we never felt in danger of falling! It was lovely not to have wifi (but still phone service for emergencies and access to the internet using our own data plan - sparingly!). We will be sure not to bring too much with us next time because we had fewer drawers and storage space than we'd expected (but we also realized we'd packed way too much when we didn't know what kind of weather to expect!). If you are looking for a place to eat out every day, then this may not be the place for you -- unless you enjoy driving at least half an hour each way! We loved cooking simple meals, and we're looking forward to our next stay at Sparrow's Keep.

Absolutely breathtaking. 30 seconds to a private beach. 15 min walk to Riot brewing. What more can you want? They were a great host, and everything is unbelievably clean and comfortable. All appliances are brand new and easy to use. Can't wait to stay again!

Our stay at the Crooked Cabin was much more than expected, the easy access to the beach were we could take our coffee in the morning and let the dog run around was wonderful. A view and peacefulness that no words can describe. I would definitely recommend this lovely little place.

Had a lovely time with a really spectacular view. Rob and Heather were really kind and responsive whenever any issues arose, definitely a quiet and comfortable family friendly place.

We can't thank Rob and Heather enough! The tidal suite was such a beautiful room with an incredible view! Centrally located along the coast with perfect beaches and swimming holes all nearby! Thanks so much.

Just fabulous, what more can I say. I would of like a toaster to make toast in the morning, but that's just being pinicety. Seeing the sunrise was just amazing and the otters feeding in front of the window. Highly recommend

Rob's place was a lovely stop along the coast; fully equipped suite with everything you could ask for. Sunrise and sunset were particularly stunning.

The suite is awesome! We really regret we couldn't stay any longer.

The Tidal Suite was lovely, private, stylish, and exceeded our expectations of an AirBnB suite. The location was amazing - we adored watching the sunrise over the water from the oversized window at the foot of the comfortable king bed. We will stay again!

We had an amazing stay!! It was quite, when the tide is up we were literally 10 feet away from the water, (you have to go down 5 steps so it’s safe) and the view was just magnificent! For the first time I’m considering going back to an Airbnb place in the future! Thank you Rob and Heather for a wonderful experience.

It's a very cosy and modern room, with view from the bed into the bay! It's about 4km out of the village, but who cares, if you have this view. The best thing to do at the evening, get a Pizza (they are good in town) sit outside and whatch the amazing sunset!

Creekside was just so lovely! Hubs & i were in town for a family wedding in Duncan & desperate to find comfortable accommodations for the weekend. We happened upon CREEKSIDE AIRBNB by chance on airbnb or (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) (i can't remember), as it was our very first time to stay @ an airbnb, were a little apprehensive. But Tatiana & family far exceeded our greatest expectations! We couldn't have dreamt of a better first experience! Hospitality, secluded property, secretly tucked away, beautuful, rustic, lots of green, a bubbling pond, nature right on the doorstep. Such a gracious & accommodating hostess! Delicious chef to boot! Continued blessings & good fortune we wish for you Tatiana & family! We will be back again soon!

Tatiana is the best host I ever had. Being her guest was a really great experience. First she gave us a free upgrade to the bigger suite because we happened to be the only guest during our stay and second, she is so easy going and personal that made us feel very welcome and relaxed. Being surrounded by a private rainforest and getting to enjoy the hot tub after a long day of travelling made it easy for me to leave my daily routine and outside troubles and just switch off. The suite was really cozy and the bed super comfortable. Everything was perfect but you know, Tatiana really topped it with the world's best breakfast. She made fantastic efforts to cater to my gluten intolerance and served delicious local foods but on the last day she made HOMEMADE GLUTEN FREE FRENCH TOAST. I have been dreaming about that for years and how could she know? She read my mind. Highly recommended. Thank you for a fantastic stay and for being such a great host. I am sure I will come back.

Tatiana and her family are lovely and made us feel very comfortable. Our stay was awesome. We are dying to go back! That was the best sleep and most comfortable bed I have ever slept on....seriously. The hot tub was a little slice of private heaven and just totally relaxed us. Breakfast in the morning was unreal. The best eggs benny I have ever eaten with their own farm fresh eggs. I would go back just for the breakfast it was so good. You need to go and stay. Do not deprive yourself of this experience. It is a steal of a deal for what you get!

Tatiana made me feel very welcome. My room was clean and very well appointed. Breakfast was good and plentiful, another time I'd ask for the freshly laid eggs.

Krista gave us a lovely welcome when we arrived at Owl's Nest, gave us good recommendations for dinner, and served us a scrumptious breakfast the next morning.

Tatiana was an amazing host! The room was exactly as pictured. Clean, cozy and quiet. The bed was very comfortable. She makes a killer breakfast...we were full until late afternoon! Highly recommend!

This place is not to be missed. Very private setting. Lovely property. Clean, well appointed rooms. Super comfy bed. Delightful and clean hot tub. Tatianna is friendly, helpful, approachable and open. The kids are adorable and this B&B is NOT to be missed. Thank you so much!

Ein Paradies! Eine unglaublich liebe Familie! Wir fühlten uns wie Zuhause und genossen unseren Aufenthalt in vollen Zügen. Traumhaft war auch der wunderbare Garten (Park?) mit richtig schönen Rückzugsorten und einem wunderbaren Spielplatz für unsere Tochter. Ein Spaziergang entlang der Schienen zu einem nahe gelegenen Wasserfall war unglaublich schön. Nicht nur unsere Tochter war begeistert von der auf dem Weg liegenden Kuhweide, den vielen Vögeln und dem entspannenden Abendspaziergang, den man auch gerne zu einer längeren Tour ans Meer ausbauen kann. Das Hot Tub war anschließend eine tolle Entspannung am Abend! Unser Zimmer war sehr sauber, es war alles wunderschön, wir fühlten uns sehr wohl und hatten ein tolles Bad und bio Seife. Das Frühstück war richtig lecker! Die Eier unseres Frühstücks kamen von den Hühnern von Tatiana und Aaron. Tatiana half uns sogar noch mit einem Ladekabel für unser Handy aus und war absolut kinderfreundlich.

It was our second stay here and it was wonderful.

We had a wonderful stay. Our hosts were kind, welcoming, and helpful. It's a very peaceful waterfront property with a spectacular ocean view. The suite is very clean, new, and beautifully decorated. It was convenient having a full kitchen, and washer and dryer. It was a short drive to Transfer Beach, the town of Ladysmith, and Chemainus. A beautiful park is just a few minutes' walking distance away. We'll definitely be staying here again. :)

Sanjiv's accommodation is an absolute must stay! Everything was perfect - from the location (a beautiful and quiet area just steps to the ocean), to the design (contemporary), to the cleanliness, to the accessibility... Sanjiv and Mala are wonderful hosts and are very generous and accommodating. It's the perfect place to explore surrounding areas, to commune with nature, pick wild blackberries (in summer) or to simply relax. A truly wonderful place!

We had a great one night stay at the foxes den. It was a few minute drive to the beach and spray park where the kids had fun playing in the water. We also drove down to Nanaimo where we walked by the water and ate ice cream.

Perfect for a family get away. Very clean suite, private, well stocked and views to die for!!! We will definitely be back!!!

We had a very nice stay at the apartment. We especially enjoyed the view in the beautiful backyard. The communication with Melissa was very good and fast.

Melissa's place, the foxes den, is everything you thought it would be and more. Melissa and Dan are very personable and are quick to offer a smile and conversation if you'd like to chat. Their property overlooks a beautiful yard and ocean view. It was easy to check in and out and Melissa and Dan are easy to reach if necessary. The whole process was completely worry free. A lovely seaside getaway!

Schöne großzügige Wohnung mit direktem Zugang zum Garten, Babygitter-Bett gab es auch dazu und das ganze nur wenige Minuten vom Meer enfernt. Ganz warmer und herzlicher Empfang durch Melissa! Vielen Dank nochmal!

Perfect overnight spot for our inter-island road trips! Sweet apartment, easy walk to beach.

Staying at Melissa's was exactly what we needed. The apartment is bright and clean, spacious, we couldnt have asked for more!

Quaint, scenic and clean and comfortable. A great place to stay if you are going to Chemainus Festival Theatre!

Stunning view, stairs directly onto the water was gorgeous.

Amazing location and place to stay, we were sad to leave!! The view is spectacular and the location is close to a lot of little shops and unique places to go for short day trips. The cottage itself is clean and decorated well, we felt at home immediately. We will definitely be back!

This place hits all the marks being clean, comfortable, peaceful and bright. Having the kayaks was a bonus.

This old house was a great place to stay. The house had the old smell but was up graded to make it feel homey. We spent all our time on the deck looking out at the ocean when we were at the house. It is a bit of a drive to go to other areas. But if you just want to sit back and relax and enjoy the view it's great. Lots of boats to watch. And it's also the best place for finding lots of shells. We also seen a few crabs and jelly fish so be careful when you go out at low tide. It was our first time by the ocean so it was great to see and watch the tide go in and out.

This is one of the best summer houses we have had through airbnb. The house is perfectly equipped and the view over the sea is priceless.

This house has an amazing view. It is located on a bay so the waves are relatively calm. It was very hot when we were there (late June) so we ate all our meals on the deck. The house itself has a beautiful kitchen and a small table to eat inside. There are two bedrooms with comfortable beds and 1.5 bathrooms. The location is also great; there is a great beach in Ladysmith called Transfer Beach with a big playground, spray park and sandy beach. It's also about 20 Minutes to Nanaimo. The house is on a fairly busy road so there is a lot of traffic noise. It was not a problem for us at all, coming from a big city.

Great view, clean, comfy, quaint house in solitaire.. just outside ladysmith. Some minor home renovations need completion and parking access will only accommodate a small vehicle, but otherwise lovely waterfront location. Excellent communication with owner, manon. Seamless, easy check in & out. Thank you!

Location was great, view was unbelievable. Apartment was clean and spacious and simple and had all we needed! Check in and check out was super easy!

Perfect hosts in the middle of Thetis. Great for dog owners. Everything you need is here, even a mini BBQ. Thanks Michael!

My daughter and I had a great visit to Thetis Island. Doreen and Michael made us feel very welcome at the Captain's Cabin and we loved the peaceful garden, opportunity to barbeque, and sharing stories around the firepit. We feel lucky to have met them. Doreen and Michael were very hospitable-they told us about points of interest and walks on the island, and even picked us up when we got lost!

The hosts were brash and abrasive.... just kidding (they told us to say that)! Michael and Doreen are wonderful hosts, they truly made us and our pup feel at home. We recommend bringing something to BBQ, as they have a nice outdoor kitchen set up. A wonderful place to relax and explore!

Michael and Dorene went above and beyond in terms of hospitality. They were very friendly and accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed. Dorene even set aside a basket for picking wild blackberries, a water bowl, and little treats for our pup! We shared a few meals together and had such a lovely, relaxing time getting to know them and the island. They have the coolest set up, very comfortable, and a fully fenced in yard so our pup could run around -- she didn't want to leave! As per their suggestion, we highly recommend the Pilkey Road swimming point and the community trail!

What can be better than easter chocolates in the bedroom, a personal hand-written note of welcome from the host's family AND a bathroom wallpapered in Farside Comics? I can't think of anything. Clean accommodations and lovely family. AND a Welsh sideboard. Thank you!

My boyfriend, Daniel, and I stayed with Michelle for 2 nights over Easter long weekend during our visit with family in Chemainus. The place was certainly a cozy room in a quirky house - in a great way! I appreciated that it was clear we could interact with the hosts as much or as little as we'd like. Since we were out of the house most of the time, we didn't chat too much, but when we did, we could feel the warm and welcoming nature of the entire host family. The room being in the basement was a little chilly, but we were given blankets to make for a warm nights sleep. Daniel is allergic to cats but didn't have any issues as our room was a cat-free zone. In fact, we both fell in love with the cats who have dog-like personalities. The Dayliner Cafe which is within walking distance is also a tasty place to dine. We recommend this listing!

Our stay with Michelle and the kids was very cool. Had a nice welcome. We felt right at home!!!! Got a Nice room with bathroom. We even could play the awesome piano. Not forenzen but in the morning we could enjoy Some freshly baked bread with Honeywell. Super stay!

This Airbnb is in a lovely quiet spot with very pretty views from the window. We were able to spot some of the local wildlife ( deer and otter). James is a very good host and after making your choice for breakfast the night before it is all beautifully cooked for you in the morning. We found James extremely helpful and we would definitely return.

He made us feel very welcome and the breakfast was terrific. Everything was top notch and just steps away from the beach. Also very quiet and comfortable.

Jim made us feel right at home. He is a fantastic host. Our room was quiet, comfortable, well equipped and very clean. The breakfast was one of the best we've ever had at a B&B. It was healthy, not to mention delicious, fresh and made to order at the time we wanted. We had dinner/picnic (take out sushi) across the street at a beautiful, very secluded watersedge park - how delightful!

Beautiful view, very comfortable bed, loved the outdoor lounging chairs. Be prepared for noise from above, poor soundproofing.

A lovely place with an incredible view. The place was very easy to find, and full of wonderful touches that made us feel at home.

We found this place on the spur of the moment and were very lucky to do so. We loved being on the water and being able to take the kayaks out from the property itself was a bonus. The suite is large and exceedingly clean which is important to me! A great base to do lots of hiking and relax. Helen was very easy to get ahold of and communicated with us to make sure all was going well. Some special touches were very much appreciated! We would not hesitate to come back.

This place is georgous! Originaly found it as a cheaper alternative to a hotel, about 150 less per night, and gpt a much better experience and the view is amazing. If you are wantong to relax by the water this place is for you. I was able to watch otters feeding in the morning and playing on a dock.

Helen was super helpful throughout our stay in Ladysmith and was good about communication. Her place was surprisingly large for a studio and has amazing views of the ocean. The private beach was peaceful and we enjoyed kayaking through Ladysmith. Ladysmith was pretty easy to get to from Vancouver (My friends & I flew from the U.S. to Vancouver and rented a car). Overall a nice quiet place with breathtaking views of BC!

Vi var desværre ikke særligt tilfreds med støjniveauet som udlejer frembragte om aftenen. Jeg tror desværre ikke udlejer er klar over hvor meget de larmer/hvor lydt der er når de går på gulvet. Man. Or i en underetage der er sat i stand (til formålet). Der var ikke den store respekt for at der bor nogen i underetagen uagtet at der er mega lydt. Man kan næsten høre hvad familien taler om gennem loftet. Og hører deres hunds klør på gulvet. Deres hund og dens klør går lige igennem og den løber flittigt rundt ovenpå. Også om natten. Og da der er så lydt så er det meget støj jævnt hele tiden til alt for langt ud på aftenen. Sidste dag vi var der larmede familien til langt over midnat. Det kan man ikke være bekendt. Vi havde meget svært ved at falde i søvn fordi det larmede alt for meget og desværre er deres hund og dens klør noget man hører hele tiden. Der mangler en del køkkenting ift selv at lave mad. Stegepanden var mega skæv og ikke til at lave noget på. Der er en del støj fra den store vej. Ville ønske det stod i beskrivelsen så jeg var forberedt på det. Vi kan desværre ikke anbefale stedet. For dyrt ift hvad jeg havde forventet.

Great place to make great memories. Clean, awsome view.

Delicious breakfast!

This was a really charming place in a very charming town. I went there with my brother and his small family and we enjoyed the few nights we stayed. There were a few festivals going on, a lake a short distance away and other things to do in the area. We loved our stay and would recommend to anyone wanting to get away from the city.

Paul's cottage is a lovely place with a lot of character. We liked it a lot. We enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the well equipped kitchen. You find all you need and despite being centrally located we were not disturbed by any noise. Mostly we appreciated Paul's communication. Before our arrival already we were given all the important information for the area. Thank you!

We loved our weekend stay at this adorable cottage. Sitting on the back deck enjoying the ocean view or relaxing on the private front porch and garden only added to our enjoyment. The kitchen met our needs. The beds were comfy. We will be back!

Die Wohnung von Paul ist, genau wie beschrieben, sehr gemütlich mit allem was zum relaxen notwendig ist. Sofa, Feuerstelle, kleine Terrasse mit Meerblick und Veranda incl. Hängemattensitze. Die Küche ist ganz gut ausgestattet und auch sehr sauber. Uns hat es gut gefallen, wir würden wiederkommen.

The deck overlooking the ocean, the privacy, the very nicely and appointed

An adorable little house! It was bigger than we expected and we really enjoyed the front deck.

Paul’s “Charming Cottage by the Sea” is a 'small is beautiful’ place, truly charming, thoughtfully equipped and tastefully appointed. Bright, comfortable and clean, it is pretty much exactly as described in the listing, and then some! My husband and I and our two dogs based ourselves there for three nights and spent almost no time in the car. Everything you could possibly want or need was within walking distance: the beach, the murals, the old town, stores and cafes, the theatre festival, the Thetis Island ferry dock, Wheelhouse Park where on Tuesday evenings in the summer free outdoor concerts are held, and we even found easy and close access to the Trans-Canada Trail, although this is not well-publicized. The view from the covered back deck is lovely, overlooking a neighbour’s garden and lawn out through trees to the ocean only a block away. Enjoying meals, and taking one’s ease out there was compelling and relaxing. The front deck and side patio are small and offer great visual privacy. The only downside is the flip side of being so centrally-located and within walking distance of all that’s interesting about Chemainus: houses in the immediate neighbourhood are close together. What you can’t see, you can otherwise easily detect… be it voices, street noise, barking dogs or whatever… Paul was an exceptional host, offering ready answers to our questions before we booked, and he even researched restaurants where we could take our dogs and tie them up to an adjoining deck or outdoor patio railings. We had an amazing dinner at the outstanding and unique Odika restaurant on Mill Street, which he specifically recommended, and again it was within easy walking distance. Paul also gave us great suggestions for where to walk the dogs and take them swimming. Our hats are off to you, Paul!

Nice location, scenic and peaceful yard. Small and functional. Great experience.

As advertised. Easy access to major surrounding cities within a 15 minute drive. Gas and food within 10. Great value since there is actually enough space for three couples. The appliances are up to date. (Heating/cooling, refridgerator, washer/dryer etc..) The rental also has a spacious gated back yard with BBQ. I work in the area frequently during the summer and will definitely return.