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Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly.

Vacation home near Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal in Sidney

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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North Saanich, BC
  • Place, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Resthaven Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Sidney Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Sidney

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Sidney vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and 2 miles (3 km) of Resthaven Park. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gulf Islands National Park Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Resthaven Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mary Winspear Centre - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Port Sidney Marina - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Butchart Gardens - 20 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lands End Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maple Palace 2.0 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly.

Located in the marina district of a quiet executive neighbourhood, this waterfront 1,600sq ft, 2 bedroom tidal oceanfront fully self contained suite overlooks a very secluded national migratory bird estuary all from your covered deck and is a great base for seeing all of the attractions of the peninsula and Victoria. There is an option for a 3rd king bedroom included with 5th/6th included ($250 per night 4 guests or under) add cleaning $50 tax.

As you enter through your private entrance, there is a spacious living area with 42” cable and wifi TV. The garden queen bedroom is on the left. From there you pass the ocean view queen bedroom onto the open design kitchen, dining area, bathroom and second TV area that overlooks a private 600’ covered patio with views into the 1/2 acre woodlands and onto views of the ocean waterfront. We provide linens, towels, soaps, shampoos and some teas and coffee.

Shops and restaurants in Sidney is less than a 5 minute car ride or walk thru the National Park, nature parks and flat trails to town. Major attractions are close including Butchard Gardens. Sidney is known for great events and shows including Thursday night street summer markets, Weekend concerts on the beach, glass beach and the many independent shops. Minutes from the BC ferry, USA ferry and Victoria airport.

Please talk to us about bringing your pet as we welcome the whole gang!

Scott and the boys welcome you to come and relax and enjoy the island from the Tsehum harbour.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet approval is required. Inquire if more than one

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number H549074476

Property is also known as

Tidal Waters Sanctuary
Brand New Oceanside Private Suite

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi (9-min drive) away from the Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. to downtown Sidney?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi away from North Saanich.

Private large up to 3 bedrooms waterfront suite,pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 99 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, comfortable stay, clean accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable clean and warm. Cosy for a Christmas family reunion
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was quiet and very comfortable. Our host Scott was helpfull and answered any questions quickly. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

e f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very attentive hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew and nanci s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great communication with host. absolutely wonderful setting in a very safe neighbourhood. close to ferry and airport. very quiet, no noise from freeway, ferry or airplanes.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very accomodating and quick to respond to our messages. The property was in a great location for us. We enjoyed the stay, the house was nice and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The proximity to the ferry and town center was perfect. The birding was awesome. Many varieties. Beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for the stay. As advertised. Very spacious and great amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james b.

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

Birders spot.

Enjoyed our stay at location very easy ferry access highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, spacious suite (we took the additional room due to the size of our party) - more than enough space for us all and the property had everything we needed. Check in and out was very easy, Scotty was responsive and accommodating. The location is ideal for exploring the local Sidney area, lots of to see and do, we would come back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our s6ay in Scott's two bedroom suite. He was vary accommodating and communicativeThe suite had everything we required provided an excellent view from the deck and is well locared.I would recommend to anyone.David
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin P.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location
The place is nice enough but there was an issue with the bed and the host was unresponsive so we had to cut our trip short
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Communication
Limited utensils, bowl , cups No cabinet or drawers to put our things in the second bedroom. If you are staying in the place for one week or more there should be some place to put our clothes instead of just in the suitcase. I think my expectations was way high Since I have stayed with the same rating with other ArbNB. I wouldn’t describe the place as family friendly. It’s an ok place . Read the
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Awesome place to stay.

Delightful place to stay and worked out real well with the dogs. The deck was a very nice extended living space.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host, Scott, was always quick to respond to all questions or requests from our first communication. The house worked great for our grown family of five, son-in-law and new grandson. We had all four rooms with very comfortable beds. The queen room in main area has a beautiful water view and the two King suites were perfect for providing privacy, including their own bathrooms. The covered deck overlooking the water was cozy with comfortable chairs. Great for morning coffee and birdwatching. Location was also a plus as near the airport and easy to go on day trips. Loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Great Getaway

Had a great holiday - quiet but close to everything. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason B.

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

Reunion

All went well with our stay. We enjoyed the patio looking out on the bird sanctuary.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quick weekend getaway

Beautiful location close to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

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

Great place.

Nice place. Our timing was off as the tide was out whenever we wanted to sit on the dock. Not a cooks kitchen but all
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Franz E.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Description says nothing about 18 steps to take down and up inexistended heating not clean
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Family Visit

This was a perfect retreat for our mostly adult family to spend quality time together. There was enough space to spread out for privacy and to come together for cooking and family meals. The
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was spacious, relaxing, and had a beautiful view. There are many spaces to relax outside and enjoy. The bedrooms were comfortable and quiet, with a ton of natural light. Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

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

Great place

Very Beautful place. Nice place to relax. The owners are awesome people and are very welcoming. We recommend this place.
Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo P.

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

Leo

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024