Ukuqasha kokuvakasha e-Ruxton Island

Cob Cottage

Channel the pursuit of pause in this one-of-a-kind earth house. The cozy retreat was hand-sculpted using local and sustainable natural materials, and features a central living space with cantilevered slab stairs leading to the loft bedroom. Guests have access to the entire cottage and surrounding property. We live in the neighbouring house, and are happy to give advice or answer questions to help you make the most of your stay. The neighborhood is quite rural and mostly agricultural with several farms and a small private vineyard. The home is a 10 minute walk from the beach and a 20 minute walk from a family grocery and deli specializing in local organic produce. Mayne Island has a small community bus. Times and routes are limited, particularly in the winter. It will stop at the driveway. We also have an official hitch hiking system with signed Car Stops where you can wait for a ride. Usually you don't have to wait long. We are happy to offer pickup and drop off at the ferry dock as a courtesy to encourage car-free travellers, on days when the community bus is not running. Please let us know ahead of time that you'll be coming without your own transportation, and we will make sure that either we or the community bus (which will drop you off at our driveway) are there to meet you when your ferry arrives. The BC Ferries terminals near Victoria and Vancouver are easily reachable via public transit from their respective airports and downtowns.

A warm welcome awaits

Our charming bedroom has a queen bed, sofa, bistro table and chairs and is close to beach access at Southey Point as in our cover pic.The bathroom has a newly installed shower, washbasin and composting toilet. There is a closet and an outside deck space. Although the space doesn’t have a kitchen, there is a fridge, kettle, coffee maker and toaster for the convenience of our guests and continental breakfast items are provided. We look forward to welcoming guests to this idyllic part of the world.

The Trail House (Private Sauna & Rain Shower)

The Trail House is a perfect escape- a modern cabin set on the edge of a forest, overlooking the ocean. The Trail House is more than just your home base to explore, it's an invitation to create space from your everyday life & reconnect with nature. A private spa retreat awaits. Soak in a wood-burning hot tub, unwind in a sauna & cold plunge shower, & relax by the fire. Thoughtfully designed & close to Bowen’s many beaches & hiking trails, The Trail House balances tranquility, style, & comfort.

Harbour House

Fun and funky artists cottage with oceanfront, and panoramic views of Ladysmith Harbour and Woodley Range Ecological Reserve. Watch otters, seals and blue Herons as you sip your morning coffee on the covered deck. Use the 2 sit on top Kayaks and paddle board, included with your stay, to explore the harbour and the small islands across from the house. We live here and our home is compliant with the laws and bylaws for our area. There is a full kitchen and open, spacious dining and living areas.

the legendary wildwood cabins ~ CABIN 2

Tucked into the forest canopy on Bowen Island, the Wildwood Cabins are authentic, hand crafted post and beam cabins built from local and reclaimed timber. Each cabin is clad in natural and charred cedar and is blended into the sword ferns, cedar, hemlock and fir trees that surround it. A Jotul woodstove, flannel sheets, vintage books and board games, cast iron cookware and a Nordic wood-fired barrel sauna are your tools for connecting with the simplicity of life in the woods. Nest. Explore

Panoramic Ocean View Escape

Take your breath away as you arrive at our newly updated Ocean Veiw Escape! Enjoy undisrupted, sweeping ocean and adjacent island views as soon as you pull into our 5 acres hobby farm. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 renovated baths, a fully equipped kitchen and large deck, you'll be so relax you won't want to go anywhere...unless it's to the beach! Launching your kayak, SUP or just a nice dip is only 5 mins walk. If you don't mind a drive there are also many provincial parks nearby for hiking.

Hummingbird Oceanside Suites: Cypress Mtn Suite

OCEANFRONT & MOUNTAIN VIEWS w/ HOT TUB & WOOD BARREL SAUNA Cypress Mountain Suite - the huge windows provide sweeping views of Cypress Mountain & the Howe Sound. The suite is attached to the house, but has its own exterior entrance, king bed, bathroom with rain shower, flat screen TV & kitchenette. Sleeps 2 people. There’s no better place to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine to soak in the views! We’re often frequented by eagles, deer & if you're lucky whales!

The Trincomali Hideaway Oceanfront Yurt

This luxurious oceanfront yurt is hidden in an ancient cedar grove providing privacy and an amazing backdrop to its unprecedented ocean front setting. Set atop an ocean front rock face with a fully covered patio. A fully equipped kitchen and spa like bathroom highlight the luxurious amenities included in this stay. An upscale romantic getaway like no other. Breakfast provided, our guests receive coffee, teas, a bottle of our house cider and our fresh pastries during their stay.

Private Countryside Apartment with amenities

No cleaning fee. Self-contained suite in quiet RURAL Cedar Community. 25 min to Woodgrove Mall. Grocery, liquor store, pubs, coffee shop, restaurants minutes away. Explore hike & bike trials (Hemer Park down the road), beaches (mins away), amazing farmers market behind our house(Sunday's May-Oct), breweries, vineyards, scenic drives. Many amenities, in-suite laundry included. 10-15 minute drive to Airport, VIU, BC ferries, Harmac & Ladysmith. No pets. Reg # H785578609

Garden Suite with Sauna Jacuzzi ice barrel +kayak

The Hillside Garden Suite ,a unique harbour side property, a former Customs House and shellfish cannery. Now restored featuring vaulted ceiling and travertine stone floors, offering modern comfort. Relax in the jacuzzi /sauna / ice plunge tub on the expansive sea deck, or enjoy a beach BBQ . Explore the harbour or Chocolate beach with our kayaks .This suite private deck and entrance are nestled beside the hillside garden. A memorable stay awaits

Prancing Pony Glamping Dome at Shirewoods Farm

A countryside retreat overlooking pastures with both wildlife and horses. Enjoy a relaxing getaway at Prancing Pony located on a 37 acres farm kitty-corner to Hemer Provincial Park. The geodome lodging includes a queen size bed, and 3 piece bathroom. There's a microwave, mini fridge, sink, and outside is a BBQ. There's a deck to lounge in the sun, a gazebo sun shelter, and a fire pit. In the evening, frogs serenade you from the nearby pond.

The Sanctuary: Treetop Living

Welcome to our Sanctuary in the trees! Perched high atop Ganges Harbour, nestled among the trees, you will find your special sanctuary. After a quiet & peaceful nights sleep, awake refreshed in the serenity of the forest surrounded by natural light and forest scents. Situated on 4 acres, our home is totally private, yet only a 3-minute drive to Ganges. Peaceful and tranquil, come here to relax after a full day of exploring.