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Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants

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A dining area with a glass table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outside.
A backyard with a swimming pool, outdoor furniture, and a slide.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a dishwasher, and a large window overlooking a garden.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling light, a painting, and a wardrobe.
A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants

To avoid any confusion while you are navigating the VRBO site the rate is usually shown in USD, unless there is a capital C beside the rate which indicates CDN dollars.

Our vacation rental is in our primary home, which means we are approved to keep offering our vacation rental after the new rules are in place in May of 2024. We have always operated 100% legally and will continue to do so.
Our property is a spacious 3.5 acre parcel with lots of gorgeous trees and outdoor space right in the middle of the city. We have a lovely roomy, newly renovated one bedroom suite that sleeps 4 in a quiet, residential area of Nanaimo. Great for couples on a get away, as well as small families. Space for all to spread out to stay and play with board games, sit by the fire in the living room or in the eat in sun porch and the generous outdoor areas. The bedroom features a California King bed, as well as a very comfortable queen sofa bed in the living room. The bedroom has black out motorized blinds to help you rest. Hotel quality mattresses, linens and well appointed kitchen and bathroom with gorgeous granite counters and large shower with built in seat to help you feel at home and enjoy your stay. There is a new salt water communal in-ground outdoor sports pool redone this year available in the summer season with a very large concrete deck area surrounding it with a fire pit. Just yourselves and occasionally the owners will take a cooling dip. The suite also includes a full laundry room with folding counter and brand new washer and dryer. This is truly a property you can choose to stay in at, cook your meals in the generous kitchen and relax with mother nature surrounding you. It is just a 5 minute drive to ocean-side parks, great restaurants and unique local shops to explore. Nanaimo is a small city located mid way on amazing Vancouver Island, home to many beautiful ocean side parks, great hiking on Mount Benson and lots of green space to explore and enjoy. Please contact us if you are travelling with a pet, we do allow well behaved pets and can talk to you about your pets needs while you stay with us.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets are subject to approval, please contact
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H665798189, 5033520
Property # 1302402vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Nanaimo

Located in Nanaimo, this holiday home is on a lake. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Consider the Queens for a night out or The OV Arts Centre if you're travelling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bastion - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sip Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Baby Salsa Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants on 28 Feb 2027 start from AU$486, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants located?

This family-friendly Nanaimo holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Vancouver Island University, The OV Arts Centre and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Old City Quarter and Nanaimo Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay with Joy and we will be back. We consider it our home away from home in Nanaimo. Highlights are - super clean and quiet, VERY comfie bed and the wonderful back yard and pool. Thanks Joy and Chris!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol and Murray N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean accommodations; kitchen is well stocked as well as bathroom-towels, supplies. Wish we could’ve taken advantage of the pool - warm water, clean, lots of area to sit and relax.Host was lovely, very welcoming and easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot. Very comfortable accommodation. Quiet and peaceful. Host is wonderful and very communicative. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. Come back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VRBO needs more hosts like Joy! Very friendly, accomodating and helpful! The check out process was very easy which was appreciated. The property is very nice and spacious the pictures honestly don't do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We really enjoyed meeting you all. You're welcome back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great weekend, very good location for us. Was a beautiful space, very cozy and joy was a pleasure to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Hi, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Come back anytime you're in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful getaway from the every day. We live on island and this was the perfect jumping point for our adventures. Joy was a great host and the Birdnest nest is a beautiful suite and a great fit for our family (toddler Shih tzu) and the private pool area is spectacular! We will definitely return! Thank-you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
This little family were simply the nicest folks with a very well behaved pup as their sidekick. Lovely people, welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice suite, great location! perfect for a couple, but has a hideaway bed for an extra 2 people. It has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay with fabulous hosts who were always available and very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
We appreciate when guests notice the little things we do to make our place your home away from home. Thank you for staying with us and know you're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very accommodating. Suite was stocked with everything we needed. Even got a new hide-a-bed while we were there!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2026
Hi Thank you for turning an interruption during your stay into a positive! I couldn’t delay the delivery of the new hideabed. You two were such great sports about it! Thank you for leaving everything tidy, it’s so appreciated. I hope you had some great biking adventures while you were here. Hope to see you again, safe travels home :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The suite had everything we hoped for our stay. Our host reached out a few times to see if we needed anything. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Hi I really appreciate your review, we try to go a bit above and beyond the call because we want our guests to be happy. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy was very accommodating. The suite was clean and well laid out. The sofa bed was very comfortable. A good selection of all the main appliances you would need if staying for an extended period. Overall very good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you for staying with us and being so respectful of the suite. SO glad you found the sofa bed comfortable. Great experience meeting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verner W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved staying here on our little getaway. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us, we really appreciate you doing so. Come back anytime1
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything a hotel has and more. The suite was clean quiet and private. Essentials like linens, shampoo & cream rinse, coffee and an array of teas, a variety of spices (if you chose to cook). Seriously, a home away from home, I would not (& will not) hesitate to recommend this wonderful suite.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
We really appreciate the lovely comments, thank you! It’s really important to us that we create a place that can feel like our guests “ home away from home” It was nice to meet you and hope you’re back at your home, safe and sound.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts were really kind and accommodating, they communicated with me throughout the stay and made us feel welcomed. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for two nights in July. This place was great for the four of us and our dog. Our kids slept on the very comfortable pull out couch while we slept on the amazing king size bed. The place is very well set up and has all the necessities for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Our kids loved the pool in the yard. We all enjoyed just lounging around and taking in the park like setting around the pool. Parking for our motorhome was available and appreciated. Joy was such a great host. Any questions I had were responded to promptly. As well, she even brought us all ice cream treats one day!! Thanks so much Joy. This place is a real gem worthy of a 10 star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynnel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing quiet setting and the host is very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place to stay and wonderful hosts.

I would definitely stay here again. Easy access and a well run place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you Wayne, we look forward to seeing you again in the future! I hope you and your friends had a good time while you were here. Take care and safe travels home. Joy & Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was what I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Kevin was a great guest. Quiet, clean and a good communicator. I’d recommend him to other hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive hosts, lovely clean space with nice linens and plenty of cookware. Spacious and well appointed. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with us, I am sorry we didn't get a chance to meet in person, but Chris told me you were really nice folks! I really appreciated you taking the time to make suggestions and tips for future guests. I hope we meet at some point in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debora R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were excellent and as described. The host messaged immediately and checked in throughout my stay, showing every consideration.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. you were great guests. Come back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. The suite is very clean and comfortable. Would recommend for sure. And we plan on staying here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying with us, it was so nice to meet more of your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and welcoming! Clean, comfortable, and spacious...we'll be staying again@
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here and we’re already planning for a third. It’s THE perfect spot - very clean and very quiet and the bed is the most comfortable I’ve ever slept on. Throw in the pool and how accommodating Joy and Chris are and there’s no reason to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2026
We are so excited to see your family again this summer. We really appreciate your business and your lovely family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely time on and near the beach

It’s so cozy and enjoyable! Incredibly accommodating host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us, we really enjoyed meeting you. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at the Bird’s Nest

We had wonderful stay at this property. Joy was lovely and accommodating and the pool was a big hit. It was a great home base to explore the area and we’d happily stay here again. We will be recommending this spot to our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us , we really enjoyed meeting all of you. It is fun for us to see the pool get used and enjoyed by our guests. Hope to see you again. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poolside Perfection

Had a wonderful stay! Our family enjoyed the pool and landscaped yard, awesome beds, and all the amenities. Great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2021
Thank you so much for the lovely review. We really enjoyed you staying with us and appreciate how nicely you kept the suite. You are welcome back anytime!

About the host

Hosted by Joy Sarauer

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We are long time residents of Nanaimo having lived on this 3.5 acre property since 1991 and love the ease of access to outdoor spaces, the ferry and airports. Great restaurants and shopping abound - it really is a great little city to explore!
We bought when the area was quite rural but even though the neighborhood has built up around us it still has a very small neighborly feel, there is even a wonderful market garden a two minute walk down the road from us. They operate late spring to late summer, great produce and very wonderful people.

Why they chose this property

We are really close to downtown Nanaimo and the waterfront and only a couple of minutes by car to the island highway if you want to day trip south or north on the island. Location is close to grocery stores as well if you want to make your meals at your home away from home. If you do like to cook your meals just let us know what your favorites are, we can steer you to a really great bakery, meat shop, seafood, produce - whatever your passion is, these are all very close by. It's very quiet here with blackout motorized hotel style shades and custom drapes so you can nest and rest!

What makes this property unique

The seasonal summer pool is open and ready for some fun from June - September
This is a sports pool, 5 feet deep so no diving allowed. But lots of area for swimming and relaxing for all. We've completely redone the pool and surrounding gardens this year, they look spectacular!

Enjoy!

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