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Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay

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Interior
2 bedrooms, WiFi
Property grounds
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay

Salishan Tree House Suite overlooks one of the most magical places on Vancouver Island.

Important Notice: This property is compliant under the principal resident requirement in the BC Short Term Rental Accommodation Act that came into effect on May 1, 2024.

In the shadow of Mt. Tzouhalem the Salishan Tree House Suite sits oceanside with spectacular views of Cowichan Bay.

This luxurious two bedroom suite was built to embrace the natural surroundings and the region's rich cultural and natural history.

When you first enter the property through the ornate salmon run metal gates, to the forest path and walkway bridge into the suite, the hillside suite prepares you for an incredible experience when you first open the suite doors.

Once entering the suite you will be amazed by the architecture and sweeping views from the windows of the main living room and open plan dining and European styled kitchenette space.

The large and spacious suite is tastefully decorated with touches of indigenous artwork and a main balcony from the living room to step out and soak in the ambience of west coast living.

The large primary bedroom with queen sized bed has its own balcony, TV, and incredible views of the bay.

The second bedroom, also with a queen sized bed, has a large space with a private balcony and views of the bay.

Cable TV and WIFI included.

Salishan Tree House Suite is an EV-charging-ready property! This property is equipped with an OK2Charge Level 2 Smart EV Charger. While you are enjoying your time in Duncan, you can rest assured that you will be able to charge your vehicle while you relax and enjoy the comforts of home. Once you arrive, scan the QR code on the charger, choose your payment method, and you are ready to charge! There is only one charger on the property on a first come first serve basis with the other suites. Please note Tesla drivers require a J1772 adaptor.

Situated close to the Cowichan River estuary, plan to see all kinds of wildlife from eagles above, seals patrolling the shorelines, and if you are lucky the odd whale sightings.

There is a second 1 bedroom suite below that can be rented separately if you need extra space.

Amazing hiking nearby on Mt. Tzouhalem, Maple Mountain, and the Cowichan River Trail.

Bring your own kayaks to explore the ocean first hand or take a short drive away to the Cowichan Bay Village to rent or take a kayak tour. Other tours are available from Cowichan Bay.

You are also in the heart of Vancouver Islands wine country. Some of the best wines in British Columbia are grown and produced in the Cowichan Valley. Tour the wineries and pair up a meal at the bistros.

You can find all that you need for shopping in nearby Duncan to pick up groceries, go out to restaurants, and shop in the old town.

Explore the many cultural attractions in the region from deep indigenous history to modern day settler history.

Easy drive to the Garden City of Victoria to the south or to the Harbour City of Nanaimo to the north.

Close to ferries to and from Vancouver BC and Washington State and airports in Victoria and Nanaimo.

Make a magical stay come true and book the Salishan Tree House Suite for your next stay on Vancouver Island.

More detailed description coming soon.

Important disclosures.
Kitchenette does not have a freezer but does have refrigeration drawers only.
No microwave included in the suites to preserve the look of the European styled kitchenette.
No in suite laundry, however, there is coin laundromats in Duncan which is less than 15 minutes away.
No beach or ocean access from the property due to the high bank nature of the location.
One parking stall per stay inside the gates.
Please note there are multiple suites and private residences on the property.

Property manager

EMR Vacation Rentals Inc.

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: One small dog upon approval. Maximum 20 pounds.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Duncan, British Columbia

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Hand of Man Museum - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Maple Bay Marina - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 76 min drive - 82.5 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Green Leaf Vietnamese Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Small Block Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay located?

Situated in North Cowichan, this condo building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Somenos Creek Dog Park, Cowichan Golf and Country Club, and Duncan Visitor Centre. Chances Cowichan and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Oceanside 2 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location.
Beautiful location. Driveway is small, if you have a large vehicle. Windows could use a wash, ceiling was dirty. Seconds of paper-products would be appreciated, we ran out of TP on 1st day and had to buy replacement. The outdoor area is beautiful, wildlife, the ocean and trees were amazing. Very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

caryn a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was beautiful and very comfortable! Check in and check out procedures were very simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Great Views
Property was very clean with great views. Our only major cons about the property is that the kitchen is quite small and would be difficult to truly cook a family meal with the size of the appliances and sink (There is also no freezer or microwave). The wifi was not the strongest and would cut out at times. Thankfully it would come back relatively quickly, but it would disrupt the TV connection and we were forced to use a hotspot from time to time. Besides that we did have a great stay and would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house is so so beautiful! Loved the art, bird books and details. The view and trees around are stunning. Wasn’t super clear about the beach access and that would have been nice to have given the location. Plan your stay around staying in a fair bit since it’s totally worth it and it’s not super close to shops/restaurants - but I wouldn’t say that’s a bad thing. Check in process was a little confusing with several emails from the renting company asking to download an app and other stuff. On the day it was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location - house is gorgeous !
Stunning house and beautiful location. You’re overlooking the bay - breathtaking sunsets / sunrises. Sitting on a balcony overlooking the water. Abundance of birds surround the property. Highly recommend this property. Within a ten minute ride of restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treehouse Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay
I cannot say enough about how lovely this stay was. I wish I was still sitting in front of the large windows overlooking the water reading in one of the recliner chairs. Every detail of this place is stunning from the art to the landscaping. Owners made it super easy to check in and were very communicative. We absolutely loved our stay here and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ingrid m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront Luxury
Great property, beautifully landscaped, private and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of my all Time Favourites
I would have loved to move in to this cosy, stylish place with the enchanting view. It had beautiful decor, amenities and an excellent location for all of our desired Cowichan activities. Nice quiet, romantic spot. would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
The house was immaculate and gorgeous. The view was amazing. The art and furniture exquisite. We ended up having great stay. However, when we arrived it was unbearably hot (95F) and we really needed AC. For the future, in the summer, the house needs AC. It didn’t cool well with western exposure. But, it is the most beautiful, spacious and comfortable place we’ve stayed in Pacific Northwest. (Beds great too.) I’d come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene Lovely View
Situated at the end of a very quite road, this property was fantastic. Mature landscaping including oak and arbutus trees set the scene. The view of Cowichan Bay from the living room and master bedroom decks is spectacular. The furnishings are high end, comfortable, and in like new condition (clear a lot of though had gone into layout, furnishings, and colours). The kitchen is well equipped with a caveat that you are generally cooking pre-prepared food or simple dishes. If you are cooking from scratch, you will need things like measuring spoons and cups and any specialty cookware. We had stayed 9 days, and generally bought our groceries at the beginning of the stay. In this case, you will find the 2 drawer fridge limited. We brought a plug in portable fridge/freezer and filled all three with the food needed for an extended stay. The lack of a freezer is not that big of a deal, you are close by major grocery stores. Met both hosts during stay and they were friendly and responsive to any requests. Duncan is closest town, and has stores for pretty much anything you would need to purchase (Save on Foods is 7 mins from the rental). But it does not have a lot of 'destination' spots in the town besides the Sat market. We also lucked out and were there during the music fest and listened to some great jazz. Along island hwy, you have a huge selection of destinations within a 15-30 minute drive. Definitely check out the calamari at the Genoa Bay Cafe, it is the best!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen D., Destin

Liked: Cleanliness
Good and bad.
Kitchen is poorly furnished but then again I wouldn't call it a 'kitchen'. No freezer, kitchen 'sink' is a bar sink. EMR sends me email that I should contact rep for greet and meet. Explicitely states I need to coordinate meeting. I tried, EMR does not reply to messages but mentions the fines for not meeting on time for meeting that never happened. Having said all that the place is really beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Beautiful property. Great views, very quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity by the sea
We had a wonderful time, the place was clean and tidy, beautiful ocean view. Would highly recommend you have a stay at “The Tree House”
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Duncan Tree House
Beautiful 2 bedroom place on water. Saw lots of wild life from the balcony - ducks, swans, eagles, and sea otters. Decorated in a mix of Indigenous and Asian art. Beds were extremely comfortable and area is quiet. Would have been nice if we could down to the water and if there was a blow dryer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Corinne Y., Vancouver

Rough start
We had a very rough start. Made to stand outside @6:30p.m. at night in the cold for about 10 or 15 min. so employee checked over suite. Rental agreement said it would be ready @4p.m. I changed for bed, pulled back bed sheets to get into bed & there was a disgusting stain on the polyester sheets. Texted our contact who let us in. No answer. Phoned the 24 hour emergency, 3 times no answer. Got dressed & walked down to the owner's suite. They changed sheets only, not pillow cases with crumpled up polyester bed sheets they must have removed from another bed. Couldn't sleep all night wondering about covid sanitation. The staff I finally contacted were wonderful, the next day they changed the polyester sheets with brand new cotton sheets. They were great & helped us settle in, feel comfortable & we started to enjoy our stay. First night should be compensated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and Relaxing with Spectacular Bay Views
Treehouse is a unique property that is well-maintained and comfortable. Easy access, privacy and a short drive to great restaurants and hiking trails. Everything you need is provided. A journey well worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lanette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We ha d a great time, and had a beautiful view!
The pictures don't do the property justice! You have to see it to believe it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022