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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$190
avg per night

Explore the area

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Duncan, BC
  • Hand of Man Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Maple Bay Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Raptors
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Captains’ Room

1 Queen Bed

Crows’ Nest

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper deck

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

Room

  • 120.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
Price is NZ$190 avg per night,

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About the area

North Cowichan

Located in North Cowichan, this guesthouse is in a rural area and by the sea. Maple Bay Marina and Crofton Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Duncan Farmers Market and Salt Spring Saturday Market. The Raptors and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Hand of Man Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maple Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Raptors - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Crofton Ferry - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Ganges Marina - 48 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Pet friendly Cottage & Hot Tub *Unaffected by bylaw changes*

Our worry free luxury cottage is our second dwelling on our main resident property and therefore is risk free of unexpected cancellations.
Here at the Sailors’ Rest our goal is to give our guests an experience to remember and tell their friends. This project and final product is a culmination of the artistic designs of one of the hosts that took a 2-car unfinished garage and repurposed it into what you see, using the Naval decor from your other host’s personal and family history of their father and his own service as Commanders in the Royal Canadian Navy. You will see various paraphernalia, pictures of Naval tradition and history throughout. While you are here don’t forget to sign the log book and tell us about your stay.

As our pampered guest you will have the luxury of being in your own private space, well equipped to fully enjoy your island getaway, private event, or celebration. The Sailors’ Rest is fitted with a nautical inspired fence, to give your crew and possibly furry friends, additional privacy. You will also have access to the gazebo and surrounding gardens and putting green through your garden gate. Please note that your furry companions will not have access to this shared space without you in attendance. If you are looking for someone to look after your furry friend for a period of your stay, we can connect you to our trusted pet sitting provider.

As your hosts, Mich and Michael, we are pleased to have you drop your anchor and spend some time sharing our little oasis. While we appreciate you choosing the Sailors’ Rest as your vacation destination unfortunately we will not always be on location. As ships pass we will wave hello and wish you an amazing stay. Of course if there is something you need please send us a message, we suggest using an app rather than a bottle;)

We are not a waterfront or water-view property, though we are only a few minutes walk down to the ocean. We are also right next to an off-leash dog park, tennis courts (we have rackets and balls for you to use), pickle ball courts, and kids play area. If you are bringing your bikes or running shoes there are lots of trails to explore near by. We also offer a putting green for you to use if you are interested in hitting a few balls and practicing your swing.

Property manager

Mich Partridge
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Quiet time after 10:00 pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Max 2 pets
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Quiet time after 10:00 pm
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 763239712BC0001

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly Cottage & Hot Tub *Unaffected by bylaw changes* pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pet friendly Cottage & Hot Tub *Unaffected by bylaw changes*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Pet friendly Cottage & Hot Tub *Unaffected by bylaw changes* located?

Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Maple Bay Dog Park and Hand of Man Museum. Maple Bay Marina and The Raptors are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Pet friendly Cottage & Hot Tub *Unaffected by bylaw changes* Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage!
We enjoyed being able to have our pups with us. A very dog friendly property. Very clean. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot
Beautiful spot nestled in a gorgeous setting with lots of amenities for the family. Super pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage
Lovely cottage, very comfortable, has everything anyone needs, cozy. Good location, close to the main town. Central if anyone wants to go to Victoria or Nanaimo. Good communication with owner. Fabulous place, highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ireen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing cute place! From the outside it looks small, however it's so spacious inside with the two bedrooms, we loved the space in the bathrooms too, very clean, and the Hot tub was a plus! Will absolutely be coming back. Thank you for your hospitality Mich.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ken C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay
Came for a vacation and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We enjoyed the outlay of this little abode so much. The only thing we didn’t know was to bring our own hand soaps for the bathrooms. We had a great time and would consider booking again. Thanks so very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
winter stay
perfect spot great accommodations we recomend this place to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
It was comfortable and quiet, Mich( host) was attentive. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family you choose vacay
Great! Loved all the farm stands! People around there are great, gave awesome suggestions of what to do around the area! Would come back for sure
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
March Break Getaway
We loved our stay.. the property is well kept, close to beautiful hiking trails!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
Fabulous accommodation. Mich was a great host. Beautiful location. Their yard was to die for!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin!
We really enjoyed staying the Sailor's Rest. It was comfortable and full of interesting memorabilia. The host was very easy to work with and gave us helpful information about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little getaway
Perfect spot for a relaxing weekend. Super clean, nice decor and small touches that make the place complete. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gisele H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cabin
We were in the area for a wedding so location was exceptional for our purposes. During the time we did stay on the property we had access to a beautiful yard, play centre and trampoline for the baby. Hot tub was a great way to wind down at the end of the day. Cabin was well stocked with cooking materials. Hosts were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location and a hot tub
We had a wonderful 30 day stay at The Sailors Rest. Well equipped home away from home. Paloma the dog loved the walk through the forest to the close by off leash park where she made lots of friends. The hot tub was well maintained and was a lovely end to the days after exploring Duncan and the Cowichan area.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cottage
We loved the location and the nautical theme. Super clean and comfortable and everything you need for a relaxing break from the stresses of the world. Definitely will come again.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

gerry r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally delightful spot!
What a fabulous space and friendly atmosphere these hosts have created. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maxine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
It was nice. A few steps from the pickle all courts, a little hike to the ocean, and a warm cozy spot for the night.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Anny D., Sooke, British Columbia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little piece of paradise
Just amazing! The unit has everything you need to escape and your host is just phenomenal. We liked it so much that we rebook for another grt away less than 24 hrs after with check out
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S., Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and nautical
Wonderful spot. Great location to all amenities like hikes, restaurants, dog park, etc...The hot tub was super, especially after a long hike. Wish the location had more comfortable seating outside and a sunny location. I would recommend this for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Gary F., Stony Plain Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Little small
It was nice. The bedrooms, bathrooms were very good, living room area was very small. Considering you had to eat in the living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place and area
For a visit to Vancouver Island, this is the perfect location!!!! Amenities are excellent, grille, hot tub, full kitchen all in perfect working order. Communication with the owner was exceptional, JUST A WONDERFUL STAY!!! You are in the middle of VIs wine country, so kind of like an idyllic farm setting. Nanaimo and Victoria are only about 1/2 hour away, we went down several times to sit in the Victoria Harbor and took MULTIPLE ferries from Nanaimo. REALLY could not recommend this place more - very nice!!!!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reset Complete
Lovely property with a new surprise around each corner. Loved our getaway with the dogs and super happy with our choice. Just be mindful, if you are googling Salt Spring Island and this place comes up, it is not on Salt Spring but a short drive will get you to the ferry at Crofton to cross! We were spoiled and are grateful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrysstena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Retreat
The Sailors Rest was the best VRBO we have stayed in! It was created with love and the history of the family who owns the property ! Every single detail was well thought out and very special ! The humans and dog were equally cared for and this place truly felt like home! The decor, beds, pillows, bedding, kitchen setup and fenced yard were perfect for our family! The yard is stunning and the hot tub was welcomed!!! We will definitely be back ! Mich was an attentive and amazing host and made us feel so welcomed and comfortable throughout our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful Mini Moon
Wife, dog and I stayed at the Sailor's rest for a long weekend getaway. The cottage was very clean, and a warm space to hunker down and watch the rain from inside and while we soaked in the hot tub. We really appreciated the history spread throughout the cottage too. Our dog loved the shared space and nearby dog park. Our hosts were wonderful to talk with and message, with excellent recommendations of things to do in the area that we took full advantage of. 10/10 we would love to take another trip to the Cowichan Valley to relax, recharge, and recreate, while we stay at the Sailor's Rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023