Spectacular ocean views. Private beach. Abundant Wildlife. Winter stormwatching!

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Coal Point. Main house (middle), guest cottage (left side), and private island.

Cottage on the left, main house on the right.

Coal Point Entrance. Welcome! Herzlich Wilkommen! Bien venue!

Cabin. Surrounded by native vegetation, and abundant wildlife! Relax or explore.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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North Saanich, BC

Mary Winspear Centre
‪9 min drive‬
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
‪9 min drive‬
Port Sidney Marina
‪11 min drive‬
Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

*Ocean-front guest cottage. Private peninsula and island.
*Property has been in our family for three generations
*A refuge for people, and a haven for wildlife
*Private beach access.
*360 degree views
*Relax or go exploring. Lots to see and do.
*Quiet rural neighbourhood. Organic farms, vineyards.
*Perfect for walking, cycling, wildlife viewing, photography, reading, painting, water activities.
*Abundant wildlife and native west-coast vegetation.
*A birding/wildlife-viewing paradise! Where bald eagles soar, seals, and otters frolic.
*Unique/varied rock formations; tidal pools, fossils.
*Arborists' dream. Rare trees...growing through deck!
*Magnificent sunsets from every window
*Fresh air, envigorating ocean breezes
*Clear night skies; stars, meteor showers, moon-rivers
*Living waters; sealife, bioluminescence, lapping waves
*Winter storm watching... up close, warm and dry!
*Water activities; Beachcombing, kayaking, snorkeling
*Near Galloping Goose and Lochside trail cycling paths
*10 minutes from the seaside town of Sidney, and 30 minutes to Victoria
*Rich in history!

NOTE: One month minimum stay required per booking. Talk to us about options. Any stays of 27 consecutive days or more are exempt from the BC 8% short-term rental tax.

Property manager

Cordelia Mcintosh

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A damage deposit (Minimum $200), plus housekeeping fee ($100) is required.

No smoking of any sort.

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

Property Registration Number H278972774

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sidney

Located in Sidney, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and John Dean Provincial Park, while Mary Winspear Centre and Sidney Museum and Archives are cultural highlights. Butchart Gardens and Lolly Gobble Sweet Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Saanich, BC

What's nearby

Deep Cove Winery - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Mary Winspear Centre - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
Port Sidney Marina - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Butchart Gardens - 27 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - ‬9 min drive
‪Lands End Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬58 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular ocean views. Private beach. Abundant Wildlife. Winter stormwatching! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular ocean views. Private beach. Abundant Wildlife. Winter stormwatching!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Spectacular ocean views. Private beach. Abundant Wildlife. Winter stormwatching! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sidney cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Deep Cove Winery and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Kitkatla Longhouse. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Sidney Fishing Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree H.

30 January 2023

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

Great again

Nice visit to a batch that we use regularly, excellent service

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

9 April 2025

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

Awesome

The owners were excellent and shared lots of ideas of things we could do in the area. The cabin was very well equipped and had everything we needed. Being so close to the ocean for 6 days was awesome.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

margaret k.

1 April 2025

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

One of natures best

Wonderful hosts always extremely helpful. An older cottage set in beautiful natural surroundings. The cottage is equipped with everything you need to enjoy and relax but feel a few days only would suffice, Unfortunately we booked for two weeks and were unlucky to have bad weather with a lot of rain.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

24 February 2025

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

10/10 cannot recommend highly enough

The absolute best hosts - incredibly gracious, generous and thoughtful - in the most breathtakingly beautiful place. I cannot imagine another location on earth to recommend more highly. The cottage is a clean, comfortable luxurious get away. You can watch and hear the ocean while you reflect and relax. So many adventure options within walking distance. An abundance of wild life and incredible views every time you glance out the incredible water front windows, truly a once in a lifetime experience. I genuinely could not believe this was real when my reservation was confirmed! You will not find a better experience - period! Let alone for the incredible price for your own slice of paradise.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

11 November 2024

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

Amazing view of the water

A great place to relax and watch wildlife in comfort. Great hosts with helpful suggestions about what to do and where to eat. A wonderful visit. We hope to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

8 November 2024

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

Picturesque & Quiet!

Our hosts John & Cordelia were so gracious & kind. We enjoyed the area for hiking & exploring. It is so quiet in Deep Cove, our visit was quick but we would happily return. The only disappointing thing was the patio doors were sealed due to the upcoming colder weather. That would have allowed us to get photos of the wildlife without scaring them away.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Simon d.

4 November 2024

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

Simon

Great stay and everything as promised Specially communication with owners /manager as they provided us with great information on area We enjoyed our stay

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

4 May 2024

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

Tranquil and Gorgeous!

We arrived with high expectations, and were still blown away. Between the sunsets in the hot tub and the porpoises, hatchling geese, variety of cheerfully chirping birds, seals and all manner of beautiful living things, this property had it all and then some. It is clear John and Cordelia love their home and enjoy sharing it, meticulously maintaining the local ecosystems. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy & Adam G.

15 March 2024

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

Very nice!

Location is amazing, the cabin is cozy and well equipped. Lots of sea life to watch, and the hosts are friendly and have lots of information to share about the area. This is a really nice rental.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

5 March 2024

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

Short winter break

We had a very comfortable and wam stay in this beautiful,quiet location. The cabin is situated on the water with otters, seal, eagles,and kingfishers to watch even at this time of year. Although the weather was mostly chilly and wet we had sunny breaks that provided us times to walk and enjoy the rural area that provides many receational opportunities. Cordelia and John are wonderful hosts and very freindly and helpful. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy L.

22 January 2024

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

Tranquil and comfortable location

We were lucky to be accepted here. Their waiting list can go up to two years. And with good reason. The cabin is located at the end of a road, on a little peninsula, overlooking the Saanich Inlet. It accommodates two people and we were extremely comfortable. Our hosts, Cordelia and John were very attentive and made sure we knew what to do in the surrounding areas. The kitchen is well appointed with lots of the little things we often forget to bring along. Same thing for the bathroom which has the best soaker tub and a wonderful rain shower. It's a great experience for those looking for a quiet time away from busyness but close enough to some wonderful shopping and restaurants. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

9 January 2024

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

Coal Point Cottage .

Location , privacy , cleanliness and amenities of the cottage itself . Hosts took it over the top . Thank you cheers . RnD .

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

2 November 2023

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

Peaceful, beautiful sanctuary!

This location is so beautiful and serene, you almost need to go nowhere else. Cordeia is quite gracious and helpful, and the cabin is comfortable and has all amenities. The neighborhood is lovely, and the town of Sidney charming, yet you are still realtively close to any other attractions. I would come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

26 October 2023

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

Amazing Stay

We had an amazing time. The hosts, Cordelia and John were so welcoming and helpful with the local sights and things to see, the cabin was wonderful, the bed was so comfortable. It was amazing to fall asleep listening to the water lapping against the shore. We can't wait to return for another visit.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

21 October 2023

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

Perfect little getaway

I had a wonderful time! The property and cabin was absolutely beautiful and Cordelia and John’s were the perfect hosts. I received daily emails with are suggestions and the cabin was very well appointed. The peace and serenity I experienced was exactly what I needed. Thank you Cordelia & John for an unforgettable little getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

2 June 2023

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

Peaceful Getaway

Perfect weather, beautiful scenery and wonderful hosts. Whales, seals, dolphins, eagles, ravens, bunnies and squirrels all drop by for a visit. Awesome!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

9 May 2023

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

Cozy cabin on the water

The cabin was lovely - well laid out, nicely equipped, quiet, and with stunning water and sunset views. There were also lots of great places nearby to wander among beautiful trees. Our host was incredibly thoughtful with daily email suggestions for things to do and sights to see, not to mention a gift card to the local market, plus cake and a card as this was a 50th birthday getaway. Thank you for helping to make this a memorable experience ❤️

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince K.

7 March 2023

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

Beautiful location with amazing hosts

Property as stunning as pictures. Owners went out of there way to make our stay comfortable and pleasurable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to escape.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie M.

2 February 2023

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

Beautiful views

I had a very nice time relaxing here with my morning coffee looking out the windows to the ocean. The Oceanside hottub is a very nice touch.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

2 January 2023

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

Cozy and relaxing.

This is an incredible cozy little cabin in an absolutely stunning location. Cordelia and John were gracious hosts who made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

9 November 2022

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

Perfection!

Absolutely the most beautiful spot on the most beautiful island in Canada! Cosy cabin with spectacular views. We saw eagles and sea lions and dolphins from our cabin and the hot tub. Everything you need and more in the cabin. Lovely walks in the neighborhood and a short drive to Sidney for browsing and lunch. Cordelia was very friendly and provided lots of suggestions for things to do. But mostly we wanted to sit and stare out at the sea! So relaxing and inspiring.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthea h., Didsbury

29 May 2022

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

Breath taking views

Could not have asked for better hosts! They went above and beyond in making us feel welcome. Provided lots of useful input regarding things to do and places to visit. The cabin had everything we could possibly need and unparalleled location and views. Thank you to our hosts!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

dean D.

24 May 2022

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

Relaxing Stay in Well Euipped Ocean-front Cabin

Small but clean and well-equipped cabin. Uniquely sited along the shoreline of Deep Cove where you can enjoy the ever-changing ocean vistas. Host was very helpful with local ideas for eating and recreating. Can't wait to come back!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda and Colin I.

8 April 2022

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

Coal Point Cottage - Magical

We are already re-booked! Why...because of the amazing hospitality of Cordelia and John and the magical setting of Coal Point Cottage. Cordelia was supportive all through the booking process and continued during our stay with excellent suggestions of walks, markets, and local farms to visit. We so enjoyed spending time at the cottage with its open views of ocean and islands. The cottage has everything one needs for a comfortable stay.Waking up each morning to such spectacular views makes you just wish to stay and enjoy the deck and watch the wildlife. Daily sightings of seals,otters and eagles were a treat. A hot tub under the stars ends the day perfectly. The generous nature of our hosts and the magic of the cottage makes a return stay a must. So looking forward to being back. L & C.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E., Langley, B. C., Canada

6 April 2022

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

I’ll be back!

Wonderful property and attentive hosts. Our comfort and wellbeing were foremost with them and made our stay extra special. Local shopping, beaches and restaurants excellent. We would recommend this spot to anyone wanting to escape for a few days…you may not want to come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cordelia Mcintosh

Coal Point consists of a private peninsula, connected by a footbridge to a small island named after our eldest son. It has been a home-away-from-home for many international visitors over the years. I am trilingual (English, German and some French). I love sharing the natural beauty of this area with my guests, and all it has to offer. Our family is committed to preserving the natural beauty of this unique property for the next generation.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage has been in the family for 3 generations. Visitors always remark on how special this property is. It has inspired both artists and writers. It is truly a refuge in every sense. We feel privileged to observe wildlife in its natural setting from our home on a daily basis. Seasonal changes attract different wildlife, and offer exceptional and varied viewing experiences year-round.

What makes this property unique

360 degree views. Steps from the beach. Exclusive access to private island. Hot tub overlooks the sights and sounds of beautiful Saanich Inlet. Listen to the seagulls call, the sea lions bark, the waves rolling into shore. Relax in the hammock, under our grove of Oak trees, watch the nesting bald eagles fish for dinner. Storm watch during winter months. Snorkel/dive and enjoy abundant sea creatures. Spring herring run makes the ocean come alive with wildlife. Amazing sunsets. Tidal pools. Summer bioluminescence! A 'foodies' delight!...Enjoy visits to a local organic farm stand, winery or fresh fish market in Sidney. Close to amenities, ferry, airport. Near Lochside Trail and Galloping Goose cycle paths.

Languages:

English, French, German

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