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A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views.

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A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with white linens and two grey pillows, a grey throw blanket, and a sliding glass door leading to a bathroom.
A modern living room with a black sofa, white coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs. There are two framed floral paintings on the wall and a potted plant.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, wooden countertops, and a coffee maker.
A two-story house with a covered garage and a stone facade.
Two wicker chairs with floral upholstery, a glass-top table, and a wooden deck with a wooden fence and trees in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Vancouver Island University

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowen Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Nanaimo

Nanaimo is home to this apartment. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Boat Basin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Country Club Centre and Nanaimo North Town Centre. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
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Nanaimo, BC

What's nearby

  • Buttertubs Marsh Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Splitsville Bowl Nanaimo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 4 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Bowen Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Hook - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Danpung Momiji - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A spacious private lower level escape near lakes, trails and ocean views. located?

Situated in Nanaimo, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Bowen Park and Westwood Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had what we needed and was a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good location, very clean. Friendly host. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and enjoyable. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Handicap friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Nippards Nest. They have thought of everything. The suite was spotless, the beds extremely comfortable.It was lovely and quiet and there was even a charger for my EV! Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very clean and convenient location for us. We would highly recommend. Host was very easy to connect with.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vrbo!! Very clean, new and bright. Beds, pillows very comfy. Great communication and easy check in.Definitely would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything - new, clean, nicely decorated, fresh crème for coffee extra treats. Definitely booking again next year. Di & Jo Anne
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute space! We loved our stay. Hosts were fabulous. Make sure to bring foods that do not require a cook top :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place to stay! Was absolutely spotless and welcoming from the moment we walked in. It’s super cute and in the perfect location, close to everything! The host was fantastic and great at communicating! Definetly would stay there again, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nippard’s Nest is a beautiful and clean, modern and light filled apartment close to everything but in a quiet neighborhood. Beds were super comfy, blackout shades and. Getting there and checking in was super easy. I highly recommend for comfort and convenience. Luxe lodging at a reasonable price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well appointed suite with extremely comfortable beds and quiet neighborhood.Great location close to all the amenities we required. The host ( Dhana) was exceptional in communicating and responding in a timely manner. The suite was exactly as described in the pictures. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were so friendly, helpful, & responsive to all questions. Space was 100% fresh & clean. Nothing was left out, they included everything we could have possibly needed. Beds were so comfortable & cozy, nice warm space. Lots of nice walking in the area & very close to all kinds of recreation spaces & also restaurants. Such a great space to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and quiet option if needing a short stay. Realize there is no cooking beyond a microwave but if doing pizza or other take out, they have all the necessary utensils if in need and 5 cu ft refrigerator to keep beverages cold. Nice and comfortable beds for a great night sleep. Only issue for us albeit a minor one was the motion activated light in the bathroom would shut off in less than a minute so if taking a shower at night when dark or sitting still on toilet the light will shut off and there's no manual override.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My teen son and I were in Nanaimo for a dance competition. Host was extremely welcoming and left clear entry instructions as well as provided a list of local recommendations within the area. The unit is updated, clean, and very comfortable. The beds are very big! With tons of blanket layers so you can choose how warm you want to be. Also, very cozy big pillows. There were several little extras such as dedicated parking, blackout curtains, umbrellas, slippers, cream in the fridge etc. And it was super QUIET! Definitely an A stay for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dhana und Chad waren sehr nett und sehr zuvorkommend. Sehr schönes Apartment und sehr sauber. Kaffee und Tee wurde uns zu Verfügung gestellt und sogar ein paar Tüten Chips zum knabbern Ein Parkplatz vor der Tür ebenfalls vorhanden. Wir konnten immer um etwas bitten und wir wurden auch gefragt, ob alles in Ordnung sei. Auf jeden Fall ein Besuch wert
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben uns in der Ferienwohnung sehr wohl gefühlt - sie ist sehr hochwertig und mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet, sehr sauber, die Betten sehr bequem, super Informationen und Empfehlungen von den Gastgebern für Unternehmungen, Restaurants etc.Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder - vielen Dank!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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