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Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 452 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Mill Bay, BC
  • Popular LocationMerridale Estate Cidery17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBrentwood College School5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMill Bay Centre7 min drive
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)56 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.

Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley

Our beautiful one bedroom suite accommodates 2 guests and is located centrally between the villages of Mill Bay, Shawnigan Lake and Cobble Hill. Our property is set in the midst of a valley with working dairy farms, a winery and a cidery - each with their own restaurant, and both within a 15 minute stroll. Our corner of the Cowichan Valley abounds with recreational opportunities - great walking and hiking trails, kayak rentals, fishing charters, water-skiing, golf courses, tennis and pickleball, mountain biking and more! Close by is the seaside village of Cowichan Bay, and Duncan - home to a year-round Farmer's Market. Of course, the Cowichan Valley is famous for its many wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. The vibrant city of Victoria with all of its festivals, entertainments and events, is only a 45 minute drive away.

Enjoy your spacious deck with a breathtaking view of rolling fields and hills to the west, so you capture the gorgeous sunsets as you relax in the evening. Enter through your private entrance into an open, dining, living and kitchen area well-lit by large skylights, situated to enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. The living room is equipped with a SmartTV, WiFi (throughout the unit), books and games. A ductless heat pump offers both air conditioning and heat for your comfort. The kitchen is fully equipped with new appliances and everything you may need for your cooking enjoyment - including your apron! The pantry is stocked for your convenience with complimentary coffee and teas, herbs, sauces, dressings and condiments. The bedroom Queen mattress is a Kingsdown pillowtop for the ultimate sleep. The bathroom boasts an extra large 6' soaker tub and shower unit. A washer and dryer for your own use is tucked into a corner of the bathroom. Laundry soap and dryer sheets are included for your use.

Property manager

Holly Lalande

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 560 sq ft (52 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sylvan Meadows Suite Charming Retreat Heart Cowichan Valley
Sylvan Meadows Suite Charming Retreat Heart Cowichan Valley

About the area

Mill Bay

Located in Mill Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Cowichan Native Village and Kinsol Trestle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at The Raptors and Old Mill Park. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Merridale Estate Cidery - 17 min walk
  • Brentwood College School - 5 min drive
  • Mill Bay Centre - 7 min drive
  • Old Mill Park - 7 min drive
  • Mill Bay Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cobblestone Inn - 5 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 5 min drive
  • Drumroaster Coffee - 8 min drive
  • Bridgemans Bistro - 6 min drive
  • Serious Coffee - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sylvan Meadows Suite - Amazing Rural Views in the heart of Cowichan Valley located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Merridale Estate Cidery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mill Bay Centre and Shawnigan Lake Museum. Brentwood College School is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, as usual!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and excellent amenities
Our family of 4 stayed here for a week over Christmas. The unit is in a great location for exploring the cowichan valley (hikes, wineries, etc). The unit was super clean and had great amenities. The bedroom was very comfortable. The living room has a hide a bed. We planned for our kids to sleep in the bedroom since they go to bed earlier. The hide a bed was memory foam so I found it was fine but my husband who is larger did not like it. Something to consider. If you just need the bedroom, the bed is super comfy. Otherwise it was a perfect stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daisy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Gem
What a delightful place! Everything we needed was here, the suite is so beautifully appointed, designed and spotless! The bed is very comfortable! We had everything we needed and more! We definitely recommend this place! ***** stars! We came to visit family for Thanksgiving and explore the area a bit, great having our own space to come back to. Wonderful view out back and we appreciated the heads up for the Elk in the field, very cool! Loved having the fire pit! So much to do in the area! We walked the Malahat skywalk, incredible views from up there! Golfed a couple rounds at Arbutus Ridge. Wineries( loved being steps away from Unsworth Vineyards) hikes, great restaurants, many of your recommendations, We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris d., Lethbridge. Alberta. Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice place.
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything you could need was available and in excellent condition. We didn't need to contact Holly much but when we did, she answered straight away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wildfires resulted in us cancelling our Tofino plans and making last minute booking changes to Sylvan Meadows. This was one of the best short term rentals we have stayed at (couple and a 1 year old). The place was super clean, newly renovated, well thought out and has everything you need to be comfortable. Holly went above and beyond with our check in and had lots of great suggestions for family friendly activities. We would stay here again the next time we visit the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! Will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Will be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Working Vacation
Lovely rural setting . Great to work from . Close to Mill Bay Village and Shawnigan Village . Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great comfortable little spot!
Holly’s place was very clean, well organized and fully stocked with everything our little family needed. Bed was comfy, bathroom was spacious, and everything else was new and well maintained. Holly also communicated to us often and clearly before our arrival with everything we needed to know for checking in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most wonderful hosts .. an awesome month and such an enjoyable stay..
We couldn't have stayed at a more lovely property..hosts are awesome..we hated to leave..look forward to another stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022