Charming Waterfront Cottage with ocean views over Cowichan Bay

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Mountain view

Explore the area

Cowichan Bay, BC

Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre1 min walk
Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard6 min drive
Maple Bay Marina20 min drive
Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Enjoy a quiet restful retreat on Cowichan Bay just steps from historic Cowichan Bay Village. Watch eagles, blue herons, kingfishers, sea birds, otters and seals from the comfort of your living room or the large deck and 40 foot dock. If you like to cook take advantage of the culinary delights of the Cowichan Valley with the well equipped semi stocked kitchen. In the evening, take in the entertainment at one of the eight restaurants in the village, watch the sunset from your very own deck or relax and enjoy your favorite program on the TV after the view fades. At day's end fall asleep in a comfortable foam top queen bed. This utterly charming fully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom ocean front cottage has everything you need.

Eight restaurants are with a five minute walk, including fine and causal dining, pubs, great seafood, as well as a coffee shop, liquor store, and bakery. Kayak rentals, whale watching, and boat tours are also available year round and it is an easy five minute drive to grocery stores and other amenities. Explore the Saturday farmers market in nearby Duncan or enjoy shopping in the historic town centre. Kayaking, hiking and cycling are within easy access for active visitors and will suit all levels of ability.

Cowichan Bay is ideally located less than an hour south of Nanaimo and less than an hour north of Victoria. Also accessible by float plane from the lower mainland to Maple Bay just 20 minutes away by car.

Seasonal pricing offers great value to the visitor who is looking for something a little different without sacrificing comfort and within an easy drive from Victoria or Nanaimo or float plane trip from the lower mainland.

Property manager

Debra Larusson

Amenities

Mountain view

Kitchen

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Not suitable for children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cowichan Bay

Located in Cowichan Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Rocky Creek Winery and Cowichan Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Raptors and Manley Creek Park. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cowichan Bay, BC

What's nearby

Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre - 1 min walk
Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - 6 min drive
BC Forest Discovery Centre - 13 min drive
Maple Bay Marina - 20 min drive
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 68 min drive

Getting around

Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Original Joe's - 10 min drive
Small Block Brewery - 8 min drive
Tim Hortons - 10 min drive
Cobblestone Inn - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront Cottage with ocean views over Cowichan Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront Cottage with ocean views over Cowichan Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront Cottage with ocean views over Cowichan Bay?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront Cottage with ocean views over Cowichan Bay located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps away from Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre. Arthur Vickers Gallery and Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre are also within 5 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Mar 2020

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

Perfect

The property was exactly as advertised. The location has a great Island vibe with an amazing view, and close to restaurants etc. We stayed eight weeks as a home base to visit family nearby, and were very pleased with our choice. Debra is always available, helpful and pleasant. We will book there again.

Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darrell J.

24 Oct 2019

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

Life at the Bay

Living by the seaside offers endless tranquility. You get up looking at the activities of the bay and it doesn’t stop until you lay your head down. Otters, Seals, Sea Lions and Orca Whales along with birds were observed on this trip. This cottage is the perfect getaway. I enjoyed walking in the area and getting along with the locals. It’s extremely close by foot for a number of dining opportunities or cook in a full kitchen while looking out on to the bay. I really enjoyed my stay while in Cowichen Bay.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

5 Oct 2019

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

Anniversary Get Away

We had a great stay here, cozy and comfortable. Debra was spot on with her recommendations for places to eat and things to do. Would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

V H.

18 Sept 2019

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

Sweet little cottage with gorgeous views. Exceptionally clean with all necessary conveniences

This is a great little find!!! I’ll be back. Owner Debra very helpful ❤️

10/10 Excellent

Susanna E.

5 Sept 2019

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

Cozy cottage with gorgeous view and excellent hostess!

We spent our anniversary at Debra's cottage on Cowichan bay and we had a fantastic time! This lovely cottage was spotless and well appointed, and the views were incredible. Not only do you get a view of the bay and surrounding mountains, you get a front row seat at the marina which bustles all day. We enjoyed seeing the kayakers leave for their "night row" in the evenings. The kitchen is fully stocked with appliances, dishes, and cookware so we ate several meals there, right on the patio. It was a spectacular place to sip a glass of wine and eat fresh seafood while enjoying the sunset. Several restaurants and shops are steps away, so we never wanted for anything. There is a local bakery called "True Grain" - there were excellent pastries, rolls and bread and they start serving at 8AM. It's a really quaint place and great place to start the day with a cup of coffee and a treat. We dined at the "Masthead" restaurant on our final night there - exceptional food and service. We highly recommend it! Debra was the quintessential hostess. We got in MUCH later than anticipated and she patiently waited for us to get there, way after dark. She also familiarized us with all the local fun things to do and gave us some good advice about which ferries to take (both to and from the Island!) She lives right on site, so she was easily accessible when we needed her for anything (but she was very cognizant of us needing privacy, too - it was the perfect amount of interaction.) She was fantastic in every way. The kitties Amber and Pumpkin were there, too. Sometimes Amber would join us on the patio and we enjoyed that! All in all, we could not have asked for a better venue. This was everything we wanted and more. We highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to get away to a beautiful place but still be within walking distance of restaurants/shops/kayaking.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019