Cottage holiday rentals in Vancouver Island

This has been our 5th or 6th trip here and it’s always perfect! Josha and Sam are so friendly and the space is completely private. It’s the perfect get away.

This was one of the best Air BnB’s I have stayed at. The cottage itself was more beautiful than in the photos. It had one of the best stocked kitchens I have had in an air bnb. Becky was lovely and very helpful and easy to deal with. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area and look forward to coming back myself.

The little cabin remains an absolute treasure. I first came here 17 years ago and it remains as wonderful as ever, impeccably cared for and very private. The view from the deck is breathtaking and the hammocks are a special treat!

Carol’s place was AMAZING! The kitchen had everything needed to make meals for dining in, which we did a lot of because THAT VIEW!! We didn’t want to leave, just wanted to sit and watch for marine life. We saw seals, dolphins, eagles, and a family of 6 sea otters playing. When the evening started to cool we moved our binoculars to the hot tub to continue enjoying the views and serenity. My family agreed the beds were comfy and we all slept well. If you are looking for a go go go vacay Pender Island is not your place. If you want easy hikes in gorgeous surroundings, peace that reaches your very core, and super friendly people I definitely recommend Pender Island! The didc golf course has discs for public use and was really fun! Driftwood shopping center has all you will need. We recommend Sea Star Winery and a stop at Bee Wild distillery for tastings. We HIGHLY recommend Carol’s place!

Hugh and Deb's place worked out great for us. We were visiting family nearby. The place was spotless, extremely clean and tidy. The hot tub was a nice bonus that we enjoyed. They were responsive hosts to any questions.

We had a great stay! Grandkids swam in the pool most every evening, and it was great to have the beach so close! Accommodations were very clean, comfortable beds, and the kitchen was well stocked with utensils needed for preparing meals and grilling. The grands loved discovering the box of toys too!

This Kinsol cottage is well worth the price, and is entirely private, unlike most Airbnb rentals in Vancouver Island, which are suites in someone’s house. It was clean and well designed. As an avid Airbnb booker I really appreciated that Liz had all the condiments and spices you would need for a trip away from home. The backyard is peaceful and we had no neighbours while we were there. We enjoyed the hot tub and the sound of the birds, we even had an owl land in the yard. The bedroom loft has steep stairs, which is noted in Liz’s description, you should go down them sideways (we were fine, but probably not suitable for elderly). The bed was firm yet very comfortable and the reclining loveseat had us falling asleep every night. One hour to Victoria, one hour to Nanaimo, 1 3/4 hour to Port Renfrew (if you take the Pacific Marine route be prepared for a very very windy road). Kinsol trestle was a 10 minute walk away and an amazing hike. Would I recommend Liz’s cottage, absolutely!!

Sally and Dale have such a BEAUTIFUL property - it was the perfect location for a girls’ bachelorette weekend. They were also such kind and responsive hosts, quick to respond to anything we needed, we truly felt right at home.

This might be the first time I give 5 stars for an airbnb and it is absolutely well deserved. Julie and Johns place was beautiful, clean, quiet, and peaceful. The privacy and natural setting was well worth the price. The hosts were very thoughtful and had the placed stocked with all that you would need for a comfortable stay. The tall trees, sounds of birds, and animal sightings (eagles and deer) made it hard to want to leave! We truly loved our stay!

Had an amazing time. Didn’t want to leave and will definitely come back. Highly recommended!!

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage! The apace was perfect for hosting a small gathering to celebrate our daughter’s university graduation. The outdoor garden was a beautiful setting. We will definitely come back again! Thank you for having us!

Kevan's home is thoughtfully decorated, cozy and comfortable. There is lots of seating, indoors and out making it a great place for our family to hang out together. The kitchen is fully equipped, and all appliances function well. The beds are comfortable and everyone slept well. The standout is the spectacular garden. A true oasis. We hope to have the opportunity to stay again. Lisa

Had a wonderful stay, our pups had a great time, just walked across the street and we were on the beach. The road in front is a dead end with more people walking on it than cars! Wonderful view out the bank of windows - even saw a Black Bear early one morning walk down the driveway. Place was well stocked and exactly what a rustic cottage should be.

Everything was perfect! Ideal for a trip to Olympic National Park!

We had a wonderful 5-night stay at Poirier Cove. The location is magnificent, right on the seafront. We saw eagles, seals, lots of small birds - even a hummingbird. There are lots of lovely provincial parks nearby with great walks. We particularly enjoyed walking on the Galloping Goose trail to the Todd Creek trestle bridge. Corinne was very helpful and friendly. The cottage was comfortable with huge windows looking over the sea to snow-capped mountains in the USA.

Great little cabin. We enjoyed our stay, thanks!

I had been dreaming of staying at shoal bay cottages for years & our experience was nothing short of that. The entire area is a pristine, west coast wonderland. Mark & Cynthia have created an oasis here with picturesque cottages, an outdoor shower/bath, trails through the surrounding forest & an amazing herb/veggie garden. This is truly the perfect place to unplug, relax, & enjoy what this beautiful coastline has to offer. Check in was a breeze & we were welcomed into a cottage out of a story book. The Robin cottage has a lovely big deck with unobstructed views of the ocean & mountains. Inside the cottage is everything you need & is exactly as pictured. The drinking water is tested monthly & tastes great! We travelled here in our own boat & moorage was included with our stay. Cynthia’s artful eye is appreciated everywhere you look. The space was immaculate & decorated beautifully. I couldn’t say enough wonderful things about our stay & the property. We can’t wait to come back!

Alida was a fantastic host! The home is beautiful, had everything we needed, and is in an amazing location! We spent our time biking around the island, enjoying our private beach, looking at eagles, river otters, seals and so many birds. It was a beautiful and peaceful location, easily one of the coolest Airbnbs we've stayed at in a long time! Alida had very thoughtful touches that made our stay even more special!

Wonderful hosts, respectful of privacy and very accommodating. A great place to stay in a great community. An excellent experience!

Melinda’s cottage was a beautiful, quaint, and lovely place to stay on the island. Everything was well thought out and we had many moments where things were forgotten, but they were already provided. Melinda was communicative and the sweetest! The cottage was within walking distance from the beach and everything we wanted to do on the island was within 20 minutes ! Everything you could ever want and more for a little get away on the island; a home away from home. I can not wait for our next chance to come back!

This place is a gem! We enjoyed our stay very much. This was the cleanest place we have ever stayed in. Thanks Martin and Janis! Would love to return one day!

Beautiful view of the mountains. Nice place to stay with friends. It was very peaceful

We spent a week at Sabrina's place. It was clean, comfortable and easily accessible by car. The view from the patio was exhilarating. Even though the kitchen had everything we needed, we only ate occasionally in the "cabin." The restaurants and coffee shops were numerous in Ucluelet and neighbouring Tofino. Most amenities are accessible by foot (20-minute walk to main street); it is necessary to have a car to visit Tofino and the many trails and beaches in Pacific Rim National Park. You also need a park pass. It took us a minute to settle the codes for the keys, locks and bins, but Sabrina responded quickly on the Airbnb messaging system to rectify the codes. Instructions and expectations were clearly stated. The only issue we had was watching the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The TV is on the small side. Sabrina recommended some local places to watch, but they didn't have great TVs either. We watched some on TV and some on iPads due to connectivity problems. Thanks Sabrina!

This is a really lovely and cozy cabin right on the waterfront.