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Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Olympic View Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay

Hosts Bob & Jennifer are retired world travellers and enjoy welcoming guests from home and abroad. Salty's by the Sea is a recent, well planned addition to their family home of 50 years. Beyond our fully fenced gardens, there is easy access to the sea shore and our sheltered bay, where seals bask on rocks, eagles soar, ducks and birds come to play.

Our spacious 600 sq ft ground floor studio comes with a well equipped kitchenette, living area with queen sofa bed, a cosy queen bed area and bathroom with shower. Through the sliding doors to a fenced garden and area, our sea side garden is ready for your enjoyment under the gazebo and other sitting areas by the sea. Our mellow Bearded Collie, Fergus, invites your friendly dog to visit his back yard. Sorry but we cannot accept cats.

Our seaside home is 30 minutes from the airport and 45 minutes from the BC Ferries terminal. Full shopping amenities are nearby.

We provide our guests with starter basics for several breakfasts; milk, juice, coffee and tea; cereals, eggs, yogurt & bread.

Business # 00004311

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Property manager

Bob & Jennifer Burgis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One dog under 60 lbs (28kg)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 00004311, H196248568

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Metchosin

Located in Metchosin, this apartment is on the waterfront. Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Government Street. Butchart Gardens and Witty's Lagoon Regional Park are also worth visiting.
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Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Royal Roads University - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Olympic View Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hatley Castle - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 25 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 27 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bucky Taphouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Langford Lanes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Royal Bay Bakery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Family Home with a peaceful setting overlooking a sheltered bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Witty's Lagoon Regional Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Olympic View Golf Club and Royal Roads University. Esquimalt Lagoon and Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Beautiful property, location stunning, everything we hoped for. Owners and Rufus (the boss) absolutely delightful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Metchosin
Wonderful house, wonderful hosts. Bob and Jennifer are very welcoming , suite set up with everything you could need. Beautiful views from the gazebo watching the seals and shorebirds.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely get away
A fabulous location with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL
AWESOME
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

TERRY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
short getaway
Beautiful property. Very quiet and peaceful conducive to unwinding from day to day demands. Kathy particularly enjoyed feeding Fergus treats and going for walks in the area. Bob & Jennifer are great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic Wonder
Properrty was beautiful and well kept, The suite was roomy and cosy with a personal touch. Kitchen area was well stocked. The suite was very clean and the garden areas were beautiful. The owners were very accomodating and friendly. Location and property was dog friendly, our dog loved the place. I would highly recommend this little piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely delightful
Very welcoming hosts who welcomed us into their lovely home, provided some delicious staples and some great advice about the locality. The view from the garden was absolutely breathtaking and we greatly enjoyed watching the array of wildlife. Thank you for a lovely few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty’s by the Sea
Bob & Jennifer are wonderful hosts. We throughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
Lovely property. Really appreciated the breakfast foods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view
We loved our stay. Bob & Jennifer were very friendly and helpful. And the view in the backyard is breathtaking. Whenever we return to Victoria we will make sure to return to this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A True Gem!
Everything about Salty's by the Sea is wonderful - the suite, the property, the hosts and Fergus of course, the resident 4 legged host. The private table and fenced in area in the garden for the suite was wonderful for us and our dog to just chill. And the whole Metchosen area is a beautiful area to vacation, quaint rural type of surroundings with small beaches, and easy commute into Victoria if desired. Also a shout out to "My Chosen" a local restaurant and bakery that was a delightful bonus for our stay - great food and service! I highly recommend this destination for a west coast vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Relaxation
We had an absolutely wonderful time. The pictures don't do justice, the view over the private cove was incredible and we could spend the day watching all the different birds and animals that make this there home. The accommodation were very comfortable and had everything needed for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ursula G., Sherwood Park, AB Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breath taking
The property was such a lovely, well kept place to relax with a view of the waters like no other. We watched the seals, otter's and fowl for hours on end . The hosts were very kind and helpful . We would certainly visit there again .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty s by the Sea
Just lovely 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Slice of Heaven
Beautiful gardens and landscaping. Different areas to relax in: one we right outside the garden; one in the open overlooking the ocean with seals and geese; another covered area overlooking the aforementioned area; and one down below, almost at sea level in a sheltered area. Jen and Bob were great and had some breakfast items in the fridge along with some fruit. Only negative was there wasn’t a separate bedroom. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dan F., Edmonton, Alberta Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hosts
Wonderful views, fun place for our Corgi. She loved Fergus, her new friend, lots if interesting smells, great place to walk. Us humans loved everything - lots of breakfast items provided. Thank you Jennifer and Bob. We hope to return
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean side
We totally enjoyed our stay at Salty's by the Sea! Being next to the ocean and watching the seals and otters; birds; hikes that were close by, made it all in all a great time. Having a little alcove (to buffer the sea breeze) to sit and take in the ocean was relaxing and calming. Bob and Jennifer made our stay comfortable right from the beginning, with some good and refreshments to tied us over until we could grocery shop. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty’s Towers
We recently spent 3 nights in this cosy and comfortable accommodation. We were greeted by generous and amicable hosts Rob and Jennifer who left food in the fridge for us to cover the first couple of days - how kind! We enjoyed the beautiful private cottage garden attached to the vrbo accommodation, and our hosts generously shared their own garden with its stunning views of the ocean. The entire property was fully fenced and totally safe for our little Yorkie-poo. We swam to a tiny island nearby via the hosts’ private beach front. The property was most conveniently located close to parks, walks, shops and restaurants nearby. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A far better choice than commercial lodgings!
Why would anyone want to stay in a noisy, small hotel room, hearing all the guests clump along the hallways and traffic noise below. This 600 sq ft suite is fully equipped with the best ocean view in the area, and the pictures are real, taken right from the property. Witty's Lagoon, a large park with waterfalls and trails is right nearby. Nothing beats a quiet, restful stay and the hosts were great. We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole and Bill H., Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ocean paradise
Bob and Jenny were lovely and easy to communicate with. The suite had everything you needed to make your stay easy and convenient. The view from the back yard was spectacular. We enjoyed watching the seals & otters each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty's by the Sea
Bob and Jennifer and Fergus were wonderful hosts. So nice to be greeted in person! The seperate suite had everything needed to be self sufficient. The gift of first meal groceries and fresh fruit was very much appreciated and a very thoughtful addition by the hosts. The secluded bay, the lush gardens and the seperate patio area provided so many places to rest and retreat. I highly recommend Salty's by the Sea and hope to return next time I'm vacationing on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherril W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Victoria hidden gem!
The property is breath takingly beautiful. Quiet serene and zen like from our busy lives in Ontario. Bob and Jennifer are caring hosts who think of everything and ensure you have all the comforts needed for your stay! We will be sharing this peace of heaven with Family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Metchosin
This little gem on the water was just what we needed for a few days. We were there to visit my brother and to attend Fired Up, a ceramic show and sale. The kitchen was very well stocked and we cooked two of our dinners ‘at home’ and ate out in Sooke one night. Showery weather kept us from enjoying the garden much but there’s a little alcove down by the water’s edge to watch the ocean. Sea otters romping and more! Thank you Bob and Jennifer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sydney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat by the sea!
My wife and I and our standard poodle enjoyed 3 nights at this magical place. Robert and Jennifer are incredible hosts. They met us the night of our arrival and gave us tips on where we could have dinner after our long day of travel. We spent most of our time enjoying the quiet beauty of the gardens and exquisite view of the sea - complete with seals, eagles and herons. The fridge was full of breakfast foods including eggs, bread, apples, yogurt and bananas. We have been to many wonderful VRBO homes, but have never experienced kinder and caring hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Jennifer Burgis

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We are retired world travellers who appreciate the outdoors as well as enjoy the proximity and cultural events of a city. It is our pleasure to share our unique location with guests from near and far and share experiences & hear their stories.

Why they chose this property

It was inevitable that a member of the family would return to a family home that was purchased by the sea in 1972.

What makes this property unique

Located on Parry Bay, with a view of the Olympic Mountains in Washington State, the rural setting is second to none. As a waterfront acreage, the house has been substantially updated to ensure family members will continue to enjoy it for years to come.

Languages:

English

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