Inn the Estuary

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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Property highlights

About this property

Elegant Holiday Home in Nanoose Bay: Inn the Estuary offers a serene holiday home experience in Nanoose Bay, British Columbia. Guests enjoy stunning sea views, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Living Spaces: The holiday home features a fully equipped kitchenette, private bathroom, and a cosy fireplace. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, a washing machine, and a dishwasher. Outdoor spaces include a balcony, patio, and picnic area. Convenient Location: Located 25 km from Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome, the property is close to attractions such as Nanaimo Bastion (23 km) and Newcastle Island Marine Park (24 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and proximity to nature. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy fishing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. The surrounding area offers scenic views of the sea, mountains, and rivers, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and exploration.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Timo
Germany Germany
“It‘s an incredible place. The suite and the property is beautiful and the host Harold with his family are the best best people you will meet. Super friendly, helpful and full of great stories. Go there, when you can!”
Jane
Australia Australia
“Peaceful and private location. Host was friendly and accessible, but not over powering. Loved watching the hummingbirds.”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful accommodation. Stunning view from large picture windows. Saw deer, hummingbirds, woodpecker and eagle. Local supermarket and liquor store a 5 min drive. So convenient for ferries at Nanaimo. Facilities were excellent including a...”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Harold met us upon arrival and gave us a quick tour of the apartment and the facilities. He had put together a book of local recommendations for eating, walking and sightseeing. He had also created a map of the local area to show you where places...”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location, excellent accommodation, excellent hosts. Being so close to nature and enjoying the peace and comfort was a perfect recipe to unwind, relax and explore this beautiful area.”
Stephanie
Germany Germany
“Our stay at Inn the Estuary was absolutely fantastic - we truly wished we could have stayed longer! This beautiful area allowed us to completely unwind, slow down, and fully enjoy the peace and breathtaking nature around us. The comfort level was...”
Alexandra
France France
“The view is incredibly beautiful. You feel like in a wildlife / bird observation with all the comfort. We loved the View Suite. Our best nights in Canada.”
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A hidden gem. Stunning location on the edge of an estuary with wildlife on your doorstep. Our children were delighted to see the resident beaver each day. Harold the owner is so lovely and helpful. He arranged for us to kayak out into the estuary...”
Roderick
Canada Canada
“Howard was incredibly attentive and the apartment was very peaceful and well appointed. Lovely quiet spot and a good hub for exploring the area. Could have stayed longer.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was magnificent with a clear private uninterrupted view of the estuary It was so delightful be g able to observe the local wildlife from humming birds to eagles Harold is a gregarious and gracious host whose good humour and...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Angela

10
Host review score
Angela
Welcome to a nature-lovers paradise, in central Vancouver Island in Nanoose Bay (13km north of Nanaimo). This vacation suite is surrounded by 100 acres of protected bird sanctuary/estuary lands. With numerous beaches, nature trails and local attractions you can keep as busy exploring as you'd like, although we suspect you'll choose to spend your time enjoying the properties amenities, peace and quiet and bird watching/star gazing from your private deck (and outdoor tub)!
I am an Interior Designer who recently moved from the hustle and bustle of Vancouver, to the pristine natural surrounds of Vancouver Island! Growing up, our family has always ran a bed & breakfast in our home, therefor, hosting and hospitality comes natural to us! We've welcomed guests from around the globe and have received an annual average customer ratings of 10/10 and 9.9/10 from (Website hidden by Airbnb) Both properties listed in our profile are private turn-key Vacation rental suites on our family's property in Naoonse Bay (central Vancouver Island). If you have any questions regarding the property or amenities, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Nanoose Bay is located in central (east coast) Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Parksville. In Nanoose you will find the most beautiful little beautiful, hikes, farms and walking trails. The area is rated as one of the top diving destinations in the world! If you're looking for a quiet, peaceful place to unwind, you'll find it here!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Inn the Estuary

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

House rules

Inn the Estuary takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please inform Inn the Estuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 892278805RT0001, H343389593