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From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books, offices
Property grounds
Exterior
Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Saanichton, BC
  • Victoria Butterfly Gardens
    6 min drive
  • Wai Heung Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Victoria Bus Station
    21 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    9 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Saanichton

When you stay at this vacation home in Saanichton, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Butchart Gardens and Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. .This vacation home is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Victoria Harbour and 13 mi (21 km) from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Butterfly Gardens - 6 min drive
  • Butchart Gardens - 8 min drive
  • Elk Lake - 9 min drive
  • Victoria Harbour - 21 min drive
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Spinnakers on the Fly - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bleue Moon Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round.

Our home is just outside Victoria, conveniently located between Victoria and Sidney, and close to the Victoria International Airport, BC Ferries at Swartz Bay and Washington State Ferries to Anacortes, Washington. We are on a peninsula which is semi-rural, in the midst of farmland, small villages, beaches and mountains. We are surrounded by lush flower gardens and hummingbirds almost year round. Fresh fruit and produce are plentiful from many gardens. One full level of our home plus a bedroom downstairs is included and includes a king bedroom, and 2 queen bedrooms, sunroom/office/double bedroom, new bathroom with all toiletries provided, kitchen/dining room equipped with all cooking supplies to meet your cooking needs plus coffee pot and coffee, a large living/TV room with cable TV and WIFI. A barbecue grill is available on a large deck as well.

New tennis courts with lights for evening play are two doors down, plus playground and forest hiking trails are just down the street. Bus stops are just across the street which connect us to all Victoria and area destinations in minutes, so a car is not a true necessity. If driving, Butchart Gardens is 5 minutes away, the airport and Sidney (with Washington State Ferries to Anacortes Washington) 10 minutes, BC Ferries at Swartz Bay 15 minutes and Victoria 20 minutes to downtown. Mountain trails and beaches on both sides of the peninsula are 5 to 10 minutes. Bike paths are accessible which connect us easily to both Sidney and Victoria.

The best kayaking is available just 5 minutes away in Brentwood Bay on Saanich Inlet and Todd Inlet, where you'll likely find starfish just under the surface, also a destination scuba spot nearby.
Panorama Recreation Center is 5 minutes away for everything from hockey, gym and racquet sports to pools and waterslides.

We welcome you to our home and know that you will be comfortable here.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Frankie Boswell (Mrs)

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

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

Butchart Beaches Make Our Home Your Home Away Home Year Round
Butchart Beaches Make Our Home Your Home Away Home Year Round

From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

roxanne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters 70th birthday trip
We had a great stay at Frankie‘s VRBO. She was responsive, very kind, and welcoming to us. She shared with us some of the sites and restaurants of the area and information about the ferries. We couldn’t have asked for a better place or host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The property was clean, comfortable, and well equipped for our sisters' weekend. The location is close to the airport and Butchart Gardens. We didn't mind the 20-30 minute drive to Victoria. Frankie was a great host. Beautiful yard, felt like home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The location and home were fantastic. It had everything we needed and Frankie was very kind and accommodating to all of our needs. Small touches for our kids like games, toys, and books made our stay particularly enjoyable. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Frankie's house was perfect for our group of 3 couples. We chose her place because of it's location near Butchart Gardens and the Swartz Bay ferry. Frankie lives downstairs, and she was extremely friendly. We definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate and full of character
Adorable and clean. Fully stocked and Great location. Frankie was easy to communicate with. We Would stay again. Loved the deep bath tub and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Saanich retreat
Lovely home, quiet semi-rural area, gracious host. No issues, and I would definitely stay again and recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend
From start to finish, our stay at Frankie's property was amazing. The home is exactly as advertised and my kids are already asking when we can go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Very good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Great location for access to the Commonwealth Pool for the BC winter provincial swim meet. Frankie's home was a terrific base for the back & forth for the swim events. The kitchen had everything to make our meals prep very quick & easy. Thank you Frankie for your recommendations for groceries & bakeries.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M., Surrey BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure with the grandkids
An adorable home. Boys really like the character of it and one really enjoyed the piano, trying to learn. The home was very comfortable and homey, quite liked our stay. Thank you Frankie, so enjoyed meeting you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Denice K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Away from hustle bustle
House is in a residential area with owner staying below the guest VRBO living space. Nice deck out back with clear view of neighbors animals
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L., Westport

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of room in a lovely home
We stayed 3 nights while sightseeing in and around Victoria. Very accommodating host to us and her gardens and plants are spectacular! Clean and roomy home with all the things you need while traveling. We all noticed how comfortable the beds are! Easy to get to with shops and coffee nearby. Lovely stay. Thanks Frankie!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meri-Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and enjoy the gardens on property.
Places to sit outdoors and visit or be alone to read or relax. Full kitchen and room to play board games. Comfortable beds. Host was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cal N., Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
A wonderful home to stay in. Clean and comfortable, a home away from home. Beautiful decor and gardens. Very close and convenient to many amenities. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paulanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space - indoor and out
Frankie's place is unlike most vacation rentals because it feels like home. Super comfortable, bright, spacious and lacks for nothing. The one item it lacked was on our doorstep immediately. The gardens are spectacular and it was great watching the wildlife from hummingbirds to salamanders. Definitely a return visit on the calendar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie & Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful holiday
We loved our stay in Sanichton. Frankie is an excellent hostess and we loved her cozy home and all the special touches. The beds are so comfortable and we would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
Both Frankie and her home made a get away with my Mom and sisters all the more special. The house was very homey, clean and comfortable and well stocked. Frankie went above and beyond with fresh cut flowers from her garden adorning the house and brought us doughnuts from a near by specialty bakery. She was very welcoming and personable. Would for sure book her house again the next time I'm in the area..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home
Frankie's home was a really special place to stay for our holiday. All the amenities you could want in a great location. We really felt immediately we were in a welcoming home. Now our prime destination on the Island
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Topnotch rental
Lovely home in a quiet neighborhood. House is spacious and was perfect for our family of 4. Good communication with the owner.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Surrey, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property close to Victoria
Frankie was an amazing host! The property was beautiful and clean and the house is beautiful. Perfect for a family to bring the kids, it felt like a home away from home. Thanks so much Frankie!!! We will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

robin j., whitehorse

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
Great time in Frankie’s lovely home, tons of space for the kids and nice park down the street, thoroughly enjoyed our stay, definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home
The house is spacious and comfortable. Stayed for 3 nights to explore Victoria and the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
First rate accommodation
Frankie was very kind and really communicated everything we needed to know for a super visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
Staying at this lodging felt much like staying at one’s aunt’s house. It is a little cluttered with personal photos, keepsakes, and sayings. But it is quite clean, comfortable, and spacious, with many towels and kitchen utensils. The common areas are comfortable with separate seating areas should people want to spread out. The house is conveniently located: Butchart Gardens, a variety of parks with walking trails, Sidney, Victoria, the Airport, and ferries are all closely accessible by car. Be aware, this lodging requires full payment in advance; the only VRBO reservation where I’ve encountered this thus far. We were disappointed that neither fire wood nor detergent were provided during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent return visit
We came back to the same spot as last year. It us so cozy and welcoming. Well set up for younger children and walking distance to a great park and neat trails. We were not disappointed at all. My grandson calls it my borrowed house. Thank you again. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021