With a stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Weston and Ruckle Provincial Park. .This cottage is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Salt Spring Island Cheese.
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 52 min drive - 17.8 km
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Rock Salt Restaurant & Cafe - 8 min drive
Ox Eats Grass - 15 min drive
Port Browning Pub - 79 min drive
Salt Spring Island Cheese - 6 min drive
Salt Spring Island Ales - 13 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.
Garden cottage
Amongst the trees, away from it all and at the end of a long private driveway sits Garden Cottage; even though you feel completely secluded you are close to the ocean, parks, maybe stop by one or all of the many gourmet farm stands in the area, just enjoy the deck and the trees or in 18 minutes be at the famous Saturday market and all that Ganges has to offer.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: There is a fee. Please keep pets off furniture
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 Registration Number H770533242
Reviews
Garden cottage Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 105 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 105 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
31 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the quiet location and the impeccable cleanliness of the cottage. Michael was also a great host, and very prompt to respond to questions. We would certainly stay here again the next time we’re in the area.
Karen K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
6 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, well appointed space. Clear instructions once there and to get there.
Susan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Jodi K.
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage in the woods, away from the hustle and bustle. Quiet, peaceful and had everything we needed. Great fenced side yard off the patio for our little dog to run around in.
Jodi K.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
John Byron H.
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage on a mountain top new fresh clean and excellent taste of furnishings garden location in the trees is beautiful quiet remote, perfect place for solitude and beauty one bed room downstairs next to the single bathroom second bed is upstairs on fairly narrow stairwell. We enjoyed it very much and would love to spend a week or two in this beautiful location.
John Byron H.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leslie F.
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you so much, great place
Leslie F.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Victor E.
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had such a fantastic and relaxing stay. The cottage was beautiful and clean. We especially loved the peaceful forest side mornings. We would highly recommend it and hope to be back one day!
Victor E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather R.
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic retreat and well appointed cottage. Gorgeous property. Easy access to main road to Ganges and Fulford and to the cheese farm with lots of farm stands along the way. Hosts communicated quickly and directions were clear.
Heather R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gilles V.
20 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location if you like quiet and remote. Very clean, great patio. Host was responsive.
Gilles V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna J.
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in the woods. Nice bright space and very comfortable for our family. A short stay but had everything we needed.
Donna J.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eve W.
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at the well appointed and very clean cottage. Highly recommended!
Eve W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter T.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Peter T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn N.
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I spent a lovely weekend in this charming, cozy and well equipped cottage and would highly recommend it.
Kathryn N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margreta S.
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is lovely with gorgeous views of the trees and hillside.
Margreta S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daell M.
19 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Michael, the stay was very peaceful, beautiful and restorative. The house has lovely windows and is thoughtfully and beautifully decorated. The various working and relaxation areas were excellently equipped with everything needed for comfort, creating exciting beverages and snacks, as well as, a lovely area for serious vacation reading with toes up and chatty reviews of the day. The soft colours, layering of exquisite rugs and lovely groupings of fine art invited us to pause, take a breath and relax. The wrap around deck/porch was enjoyable always, but, especially just after dawn during the bird duets, whilst doing morning stretches. The trees were gorgeous and the quietude was robust as needed. The only suggestion would be that black out curtains be added in the main floor bedroom for those who are light sleepers or for those who need a blackened room for sleep to come. Thank you for this experience of your precious space. Jillian and Shirley
Daell M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanne L.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Garden Cottage was absolutely perfect for our Salt Spring getaway. More than met our expectations; we were cozy, comfortable, it was quiet and so restful and peaceful. Just what the doctor ordered! Loved it and hope to return in the future
Joanne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
On a ‘wintery’ summer’s day, it was comfortable and cozy beside the log fire in a wooded tranquil setting. The perfect setting to catch-up with overseas family.
Wendy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul J.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful light airy cottage nestled in the treesVery clean and well appointed with everything you needComfortable beds, quality linens and towelsLots of areas to sit both inside and outHost was very friendly and accessible
Paul J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim H.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A tranquil stay is in store for you in this well appointed cottage.
love our time here, its so quiet and peaceful, just what we needed.
Rob T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erik S.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderfully quiet and beautiful
Erik S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna B.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing it was lovely quiet and a wonderful property to stay at. I stayed one night and wished that I had two more nights at least.
Deanna B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ian M.
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well equipped cottage in a quiet treed area.Great for an escape from the hustle and bustle.
Ian M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan L.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Private and Peaceful.
This cottage is a gem, private and peaceful, had an enjoyable time, beds were super comfortable, cottage was well equipped with a full kitchen and lovely deck with forest/garden outlook. Definitely recommend this accommodation.