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Gulf Island View Suite

Apartment in Chemainus, CA

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.5 · 13 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Stunning bay views and garden retreat for peaceful outdoor evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Easy walk to the beach, cafes, and charming local sights.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Stylishly furnished with authentic island decor and thoughtful homely touches.

Property details

BC Short Term Registration Number: H764764306 This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom oceanview suite is located in the coastal town of Chemainus on Vancouver Island. Designed for extended stays, it offers a comfortable layout with dedicated workspace and private outdoor space. Well suited for working holidays, couples, or longer visits, the home provides a quiet base with easy access to nearby towns and amenities. Minimum 1 month rental required for this property. Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Not suitable for children or infants The Suite This lower-level suite has been thoughtfully updated to create a bright, functional living space that supports both relaxation and longer stays. The open living and dining area is filled with natural light and oriented to take in distant ocean views. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and practical counter space, making it easy to prepare meals and settle into a daily routine. Both bedrooms are comfortably furnished and positioned to provide separation from the main living area, offering privacy for couples, small families, or guests sharing the space. A dedicated office area supports remote work or longer-term stays, while the three-piece bathroom is clean and well laid out for everyday use. Outdoor Space A private courtyard extends the living space outdoors, offering a quiet place for morning coffee or relaxed evenings. While the suite is self-contained, there is an additional rental located on the upper level. Each unit has its own separate outdoor area, though there is some visual connection between spaces. Please note: This property is registered under the BC Short Term Rentals Accommodation Act with Registration Number H764764306. Minimum 1 month rental required for this property. Guests have access to the private lower-level suite and courtyard. - Private entrance to the suite - Full access to kitchen, living areas, and workspace - Private outdoor courtyard - EV charging station available (shared, coordination may be required) . Chemainus is a small, coastal town known for its arts community and relaxed pace. - Walking distance to murals, theatre, cafés, and local shops - Close to coastal walking areas and parks - Short drive to Cowichan Valley wineries and farms - Easy access to Duncan, Nanaimo, and other Vancouver Island communities Located in Chemainus, this home places guests within walking distance of the town’s well-known murals, theatre, shops, and dining options. The area is known for its small-town coastal feel, with easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and golfing. Its central location on southern Vancouver Island also makes it a convenient base for exploring the Cowichan Valley, Duncan, Nanaimo, and Victoria. Registered under BC Short Term Rentals Accommodation Act Minimum 30-day stay requirement Located in a shared property with an upper-level rental Private outdoor space with some visual overlap Noise monitoring system in place to support neighbourhood guidelines Pet friendly: one dog up to 30 lbs permitted per stay EV charger available; coordination with other guests may be required

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

Guest reviews

Star icon 4.5 | 13 reviews
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Karen

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August 2025

It was such a peaceful location, we enjoyed listening to the ocean and picking blackberries outside on the patio. It was cozy, clean, and had all the amenities we needed.

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Kyran

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August 2025

Great location and every amenity needed to make stay comfortable Smaller shower and lots noise from upstairs

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Ishani

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August 2025

It was a little expensive but the view was amazing. The property was immaculate. Had issues as we could hear the upper unit walking and thomping in the house at night which made my pet anxious.

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Aykut

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July 2025

The apartment is in a quiet residential area with stunning views, it is a basement conversion hence it is extremely noisy with no insulation so you can hear every step above.The soil pipes are visible and exposed in the apartment ceiling hence you can hear the water gushing through the pipes day and night. The apartment is furnished tastefully and is very homely. Comfortable beds although we couldn’t sleep due to the noise above. There was an ant infestation we had them crawling over us in bed we addressed this issue to the agent who did not acknowledge our concern, they chose not to communicate with us until the check out when we had an automated message. The shower cubicle is very small I could not wash my hair in the shower as it was too small to raise my arms. The bedroom drawers were very dirty we had to clean them.Toilet seat was wobbly, but we fixed it , the oven was unsteady so we stabilised it with cardboard.There were no blinds in the bedroom.

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

No smoking

No parties

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