Vancouver Island is the largest island off North America’s west coast. A nature and wildlife lovers’ paradise, it boasts everything from lush rainforest and soaring trees to towering mountains and rugged coastline with driftwood-strewn beaches. Vancouver Island offers a host of adventures, from hiking and sea kayaking to surfing. It’s also home to B.C.’s capital city, one of the prettiest in Canada, filled with many delights. To enjoy the best of what you’re looking for here, consider staying in one of the island’s most breathtaking Airbnbs.
Nice Quiet 2 Bedroom Cabin with Amazing Views - Tofino
The Salt & Sea is a two-bedroom home for four right along the waterfront with dazzling ocean and mountain views. A stay here will put you within walking distance of downtown, trails and Tonquin beach. After a day of exploring, you can look forward to relaxing on the furnished ocean-view sundeck which includes an outdoor shower and a BBQ grill for cookouts. Inside, you’ll have a wood-burning stove, a 40″ HDTV with Netflix and Roku, and a full kitchen with a drip coffeemaker and a French press.
Waterfront Architectural Jewel in the Wilderness - Sooke
This rental is a uniquely designed waterfront architectural jewel with a 12-foot-high wall of windows bringing the outdoors in, including the Olympic Mountains and San Juan de Fuca Strait. You’ll have plenty of privacy as it’s surrounded on two sides by towering trees while the ocean is just a stone’s throw away. You can fall asleep to the sound of waves and watch for your neighbors, the deer, eagles and otters, along with the occasional bear or whale. There’s a hot tub at the edge of the forest and the water for unforgettable soaks and you’ll have many impressive amenities inside, like a gourmet kitchen and fireplace.
Special Downtown Relaxing Getaway - Victoria
This two-bedroom corner condo in downtown Victoria offers jaw-dropping views of the city while being steps away from all the major attractions, including the Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, Government St. shops, and countless restaurants. It has a well-equipped chef’s kitchen, a living room with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, movies and Netflix, as well as Wi-Fi and even a record player that plays vinyl. You’ll have access to the building’s owners lounge with a big-screen TV and outdoor patio that has a fire pit and gas BBQ too.
The Beach House on Oyster Harbour - Ladysmith
Even more impressive than the photos, The Beach House on Oyster Harbour is a great place for a couple, as a one-bedroom oceanfront suite in pretty Ladysmith on the island’s east coast. You’ll have the beach at your doorstep for beachcombing and watersports – bring your own kayak or paddleboard, and look forward to watching beautiful sunrises too. There’s a telescope for watching the boats pass by and incredible stargazing after dark along with a fully equipped kitchen.
The Covehouse - Sooke
Guests rave about The Covehouse in Sooke which is just 40 minutes west of Victoria along the south coast of the island, providing a beautiful, secluded location as one Airbnber noted, an absolute paradise of a spot…that feels like magic straight out of a fairytale, “snuggled up right along the sides of a lovely cove.” All amenities are well thought out, with lots of information about the area included and special touches like birdseed to feed birds that might land right on your hand, a hot tub that overlooks the water, a dock where you can leap off and enjoy a swim, and a fireplace to cozy up to at night. The 3-bedroom cottage sleeps up to six, hidden in the woods with tall wrap-around windows showcasing the sea, trees, coves and hills.
Beau Mountain Cottage - Sooke
Also in Sooke, Beau Mountain Cottage boasts a rooftop deck with spectacular water, sunset and stargazing vews, ideal for sipping your morning coffee and toasting to the end of the day with a glass of wine. Guests are greeted with a welcome basket with snacks and the host’s friendly alpacas can even be fed by hand. Best for a couple, it sleeps up to two with one bedroom and includes a kitchen and Wi-Fi.
Doc Holiday Cabin - Uclulet
This cozy oceanfront cabin in Ucluelet on the island’s west coast, about 35 minutes south of Tofino, sits among giant Rhododendro trees and lush coastal foliage, boasting 180-degree views of the Paciifc and views of Mount Ozzard. A wildlife mecca, guests can enjoy watching the boats come and go along with the animals that visit, including bald eagles that soar overhead. It even comes with an outdoor hot tub and a jetted Jacuzzi soaker tub inside, sleeping up to four guests in one bedroom.
Oceanfront, Secluded, Sandy Beach, Private Hot Tub - Campbell River
Orcas’ Watch offers 240 feet of beachfront along the Discovery Channel in the Salish Sea, where you’ll be able to watch and listen for orcas, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, dolphins, bald eagles and many deer. It includes a furnished observation deck, a secluded sandy beach and a private aromatherapy spa set inside a gazebo tucked between rock walls and the trees, complete with plush robes and spa towels. You’ll have a fire pit for gathering under the stars and complimentary kayaks too. The amenities inside are also impressive, including a gourmet kitchen with a hot-air popper and complimentary gourmet popcorn. And that’s just a short list of the highlights here!
Seaside Cottage with Private Beach - Victoria
If you want to be close to Victoria while enjoying your own private oasis on the beach, Water’s Edge Cottage is ideal. It’s located in the scenic Saanich Inlet surrounded by forest while boasting unobstructed ocean and sunset views, just minutes from some of the best hiking and biking trails in the area as well as world-famous Butchart Gardens. A cozy retreat for two, it features Cape Cod-inspired decor, large windows and a wrap-around deck for enjoying the views while sipping your morning coffee. You’ll even be able to savor them while lying in the comfy queen-size bed. It has a full kitchen, complete with a dishwasher, a blender, a coffee grinder, and staple cooking ingredients, along with space for alfresco dining, an outdoor beverage cooler and a BBQ grill.
Downtown Waterfront Oasis - Victoria
This one-bedroom waterfront condo sleeping up to four, “Mermaid Wharf,” offers a prime downtown Victoria location. It has a large rooftop patio for spectacular views and is just a short walk to major attractions like the city’s famous Inner Harbour, Chinatown, Royal BC Museum, shopping, dining, theater and more. Mountain bikes are provided complimentarily for guests, including helmets and locks. A fireplace, kitchen and cable TV are all included too.
Heron Bay Guesthouse - Port Hardy
Located in the remote northeastern end of Vancouver Island, the Heron Bay Guesthouse is in in a prime spot on a beach for stunning water views and even watching for the bears and other animals that occasionally visit like whales, porpoise, sea lions, seals, otters, herons and bald eagles. It sleeps up to seven in three bedrooms and comes with everything you need, like a fully equipped kitchen and Wi-Fi, along with a cozy fireplace. This is another great place to base yourself for whale watching trips, and there are petroglyphs in the area for exploring too.
Ocean Dream Waterfront Cottage - Tofino
Ths beautiful oceanfront cottage in popular Tofino is ideal for a couple or small family, accommodating up to three in one bedroom. It sits on a tranquil private inlet beach front, within walking distance to restaurants in the center of the village and is just a few minutes drive to the open surf beaches and Pacific Rim National park. Enjoy outstanding bird watching, including common sightings of bald eagles, blue herons and osprey, as well as watch the orcas, grey whales, harbor seals, otters, porpoise and sea lions that frequently pass. The cottage has a full kitchen and a BBQ along with an outdoor dining area.
Beautiful Earth Home nested in the Rainforest - Uculet
This unique home has the feel of a fairy house, surrounded by the rainforest, immersing guests in spectacular nature. Warm and inviting, there are lots of fun details like curved walls, rounded shelves that incorporate driftwood or upcycled bottles and clay artwork. It has a custom kitchen, while a full-size outhouse with cedar rafters and skylights, a vintage clawfoot tub, a shower, a toilet and 360-degree forest views are right outside. Oneka shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, with all certified organic, 100% natural, vegan and biodegradable ingredients are provided too. Upstairs in the loft, you’ll have a comfortable queen bed, a peekaboo view of the inlet, a wooden burl sink and a small toilet.
Surf Shack with a Hot Tub - Tofino
Perfect for a romantic getaway sleeping two in one bedroom, the “Surf Shack” sits just across the road from Chesterman Beach in Tofino and offers a private hot tub that can be enjoyed with the sounds of the ocean and starry skies after dark. It also includes a furnished patio, BBQ and outdoor shower surrounded by lush greenery, along with a kitchenette, cozy fireplace, free Wi-Fi and a washer/dryer.
Cozy 2-bedroom House - Coal Harbour
Located just a short drive from Port Hardy near the north end of Vancouver Island, providing easy access to hiking, fishing and boating with the marina just a 5-minute walk away, this two-bedroom rental includes the entire top floor of a private home that sits on a nearly half-acre property. Ideal when you want to get away from it all, it accommodates up to four guests and includes outdoor lounging space, a full kitchen, a large TV, and an electric fireplace.
