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Taste The View: A dream view of the mountains and lake

Taste The View: A dream view of the mountains and lake

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Property grounds
Left side of our house is a stone walkway that leads directly to the suite
Hydrangea path. 😊 Karen has 18 hydrangeas on the property!
Right side of house Is a wooden staircase also leading down to the suite
Right side of house has wooden staircase leading down to the suite.

Overview of Taste The View: A dream view of the mountains and lake

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Duncan, BC
  • Popular LocationMaple Bay Marina7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaltspring Marina54 min drive
  • Popular LocationGanges Marina54 min drive
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

Second bedroom (additional fee of $100 per night

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Taste The View: A dream view of the mountains and lake

Centrally located between Victoria and Nanaimo, we are minutes from the ocean near beautiful Maple Bay, and situated on Mount Tzouhalem which has some of the best mountain biking and hiking trails on the island. This new suite has a private 500 so ft outdoor patio area and natural gas BBQ. It is a one of a kind find.

Whether it’s swimming in the ocean, whale watching or renting a kayak, our close proximity to the ocean will ensure you will never be bored. If water is not your thing, walk out the door and across the street to enjoy hiking or biking trails from beginner to expert level. Or perhaps take a short drive to one of the fantastic 4+ star rated golf courses near by. We are surrounded by BC’s finest wineries, markets, live entertainment, shopping and a vast array of restaurants for every taste and budget. Whether you are here for an event or a vacation, we have it all.

Built almost 700 feet up with panoramic views of mountains and Lake Quamichan, this very private walk out ground level space with a private entrance has one or two bedrooms available. Please note the second bedroom is an additional cost of $100 per night. (Note: if you require only one bedroom, the second one will not be rented to anyone else during your stay). Located in the lower level of our new custom home, the full above ground walk out has scenic views and breathtaking sunsets.

The suite includes a full bathroom with a rainfall shower, hair dryer, fluffy towels and all the toiletries you might need. We have a fully equipped kitchen area with an apartment size fridge, microwave, coffee maker, double hotplate, Breville convection toaster oven, blender, toaster, milk frother and more.

The large main bedroom has a comfortable king size bed and a television with Netflix, Prime, HBO, Crave and a cable package plus the most amazing morning views to wake up to. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen size pillow top bed with another amazing view and a walkout to the deck. Both bedrooms have large closets and plenty of storage in the form of cabinets and armoires. In this almost 900 SF suite there is a large private family room with comfortable leather recliner chairs, a leather recliner couch, a 46 inch TV with cable, Netflix, Prime, HBO, Crave and unlimited high speed internet access.

When you arrive you will be greeted with a bottle of wine, a loaf of fresh baked bread and home made preserves from local picked fruit.

The nightly rate is for one bedroom and two people. If you wish to book the second room, there is an additional $100 fee per night. We have a maximum capacity of four adults per night. Property is not suitable for young children or pets.

During the last two years, there has been a new subdivision being built in the many acres of land behind our home. There may be construction on these homes during your stay but they are respectful to work within normal work hours and trying to keep noise to a minimum.We look forward to having you visit us and stay in the place we love to call home.

Property manager

Karen Evers
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
No small children under the age of 10.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed on the property
Local government taxes apply
Minimum 2 night stay

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Duncan

Located in Duncan, this vacation home is in the mountains and by the sea. The Raptors and Mount Tzuhalem Ecological Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Teafarm are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Duncan, BC

What's nearby

  • Hand of Man Museum - 5 min drive
  • Maple Bay Marina - 7 min drive
  • Saltspring Marina - 54 min drive
  • Ganges Marina - 54 min drive
  • Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Original Joe's - 9 min drive
  • Small Block Brewery - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 10 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and tranquil!
I was drawn to stay here and now I know why! Karen and John are lovely people! We came to celebrate our 30th Anniversary and some work for me as well. We were surprised with wine, champagne, a beautiful card, homemade bread and other goodies! They went above and beyond! The king bed is so comfortable too!! Amazing views and beautiful lanai! We definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every little detail
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The hosts have thought of everything - from chocolates beside the bed to comfy blankets for lounging to extra toothbrushes to puzzle books. We were all very comfortable, and we very much appreciated the homemade bread, bottle of wine, and munchies! A perfect experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Thanks to the most wonderful hosts Karen and John! Such a wonderful get away in a most amazing location. The unit was immaculate, included every amenity you would ever need and appreciated the homemade treats (including fresh bread) and bottle of wine upon our arrival. The outdoor space is as nice as indoors with your own private decks and the view to incredible sunsets. We so enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beard J., Sherwood Park Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Get a Away
The property was very impressive with a great view and very good furnishings inside and out to make a very comfortable stay. The hosts have taken great pride in making sure that their guests have been provided with everything to make their stay a enjoyable experience. We had great conversations with Karen & John about gardening and landscaping. The homemade bread and bottle of wine really set the tone for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing
The property was extremely quiet and very relaxing. Karen has thought of every amenity a guest would require. The home made and lemon loaf were delicous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Evers

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Originally from Ontario Canada, we moved to Vancouver Island almost two years ago where we designed and built our dream home.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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