Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18
Relax with family and friends at the Mediterranean castle located in a quiet neighbourhood in Ladysmith, enjoying expansive ocean views and lush mountains on 1.3 acres with hot tub, barbecue, gazebo and gardens.
Not to forget the gourmet kitchen with a viking six burner stove and grill for preparing delicious family dinners.
A haven for outdoor fanatics with 3 hiking and nature trails off the property, a beach, kayaking off transfer beach and boating as the boating ramp is located at the government dock in Ladysmith making fishing easy. The Coast around Thethis island is well known for shrimp and prawn fishing
Highway access makes it easy to travel anywhere on the island from Tofino to Victoria.
The luxurious, spacious custom built Mediterranean villa consist of 7 bedrooms with 7 bath with Jacuzzi tub in master en suite, walk in closets, 4 living rooms with dome ceiling up to 18 feet high, chandeliers, custom curved stairs and railings, 5 fireplaces , media room with 86 inch smart TV, game room with snooker and ping pong table, balconies to enjoy the ocean view, Barbecue with outdoor eating area, gazebos, pond and a hot tub to relax in,
Ideal for special occasions to celebrate such as small weddings and birthdays with prior approval. Small pet permitted with approval.
One pet permitted. A pet fee of $297 is applicable, to be paid at booking
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
No Puppy permitted. Please clean yard after pets.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off ac or heat on departure
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number H947839085
Property # 2530625vb
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 and a first aid kit
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
Ladysmith
Located in Ladysmith, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery and Ladysmith Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ladysmith Golf Club and LMS Community Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Hansel and Gretel's Candy Company, or check out an event or a game at Fuller Lake Arena.
Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery - 1 min drive - 1.3 km
Transfer Beach Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Vancouver Island University - 25 min drive - 33.5 km
Departure Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 43.6 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Old Town Bakery - 5 min drive
Tim Hortons - 8 min drive
Wild Poppy Bistro - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18 on 21 July 2026 start from AU$1,928, 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.
How much is parking at Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Castle in the Sky | Mediterranean Villa | Sleeps 18 located?
This family-friendly Ladysmith villa is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Ladysmith Golf Club and Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery. Antiques Post Office Mall and Transfer Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host's communication was excellent. The house was very comfortable. With a house this size, the hot water takes a minute and showers need to be staggered, but overall my guests and I had a wonderful time.
Overall good stay. Lots of crumbs on floor of multimedia room, no warm water in upstairs bathroom despite running water 5-10 mins as instructed, likely an actual plumbing issue or dying hot water tank. Everything else was good and convenient and set up well. Also, dead rabbit carcass found in yard of property near hottub.
Dee
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec 2025
Thank you for staying with us beginning December 21, 2025, and for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the home overall and found it convenient and well set up. We appreciate your comments and have taken steps to ensure an even better experience for future guests.
Awesome host…Great place, adventure and fun on all 3 levels…Our gang had so much fun and wholesome activities and laughter…Great cake…Thx so very very much
The house is beautiful with lots of room for everyone to have their space, bathroom, etc. We really enjoyed the cinema room! We didn’t cook but the kitchen was well stocked, the beds were very comfortable, there were plenty of towels. Overall we throughly enjoyed it and it was the perfect place for our family to finally get together again since 2019.
Joyce C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2022
Thanks Joyce, glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks for being wonderful guest and respecting the property. Welcome back anytime
Our book club wanted to celebrate over 10 years of friendship with a weekend retreat. This was a wonderful location with beds for everyone and several great hikes nearby. Downtown Ladysmith was also a treat to check out. The open floor plan with the kitchen and living areas was perfect as we all took turns cooking and taking care of each other. All in all a wonderful weekend with memories made to last a lifetime!
Samantha A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2023
It was a pleasure hosting you and your team.
Welcome back anytime. And thank you for all your feedback💕Appreciate it
The home was lovely and spacious and perfect for large family games of hide and seek! We enjoyed our stay immensely, and would recommend it to others. As the property is a vacation rental, there has been some very hard wear and tear on the dwelling. There are some deficiencies that could be safety concerns if a child was not supervised.
Janet R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Collette B.
27 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Our Review of Castle in the Sky
The property fit our needs for our large staff group. The view from the top of the hill is stunning. Good communications with the host. The house is quite dated and could use some attention. Large cracks in surface of upstairs entry area, signs not to go onto the upper balcony, overgrown plant in living room. Dining room chair pads need to be replaced.Showering was a challenge - little to no hot water. Too many "rules" - e.g. no food in the media room where people would normally eat snacks, yet it was ok to eat food on the white couches in the living rooms - didn't make sense. If this property was to under go some renovations / modernization, it would be an even better place to stay for large groups.
Collette B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Hi Collette
Sorry the premises was not a good fit for you.
In the instruction book it clearly states you need to run the water for a few minutes before the hot water comes due to the large size of the property it takes some time to reach its destination
Some areas of the premises such as upper balcony is closed to guest for safety reasons
Overall we had a great stay, we enjoyed the trails that are right on the doorstep for hiking. When we arrived the house was freezing, it took a little to heat it up as it is such a big home. When it was warm it was so cosy and nice. The house was perfect for our large gathering, and it was clean and very well appointed. We had some issues with doors sticking and even a couple of our guests getting locked into their rooms. The master ensuite had no hot water despite running the water for 10 mins as was suggested, which was sad considering the luxurious tub and shower! There are a few cosmetic things that didn't bother us so much, like unfinished paintwork etc. And we had some issues with the dishwasher not wanting to run its cycle properly and not turning off. The owner is aware of the issues and is actively working to correct them. Like I said overall we had a great time and would recommend!
This place is absolutely a gem. We were amazed by everything. Beautiful and fancy. Everything available. Like EVERYTHING. Check in was at 4 and we got there at 1 and the host let us in easily. She is the kindest host I’ve ever seen. The hot tub was amazing and so did the bbq. Many rooms and a huge media room. There was only one thing:
We got a noise notice at 7 pm and also at 11 pm which was weird because we made absolutely no noise. The neighbours reported for no reason as if we are partying. The owner kindly came and saw that we are not partying so she left. I think this place is so nice that some neighbours are jealous. If you’re planning to party this place is not yours. We did not party and got a notice with absolutely no noise now imagine if you actually party. I give 5 starts legit though. I also left my lenses and she agreed to send them via post with the bare minimum charge. Such a kind person.
Babak G.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Deborah H.
31 Oct 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Unsatisfactory
Prior to booking I asked the owner if the space would be private. We were a group of women coming together to release grief and enter into sacred healing time together. During a time of deep prayer and meditation we are interrupted by the cleaner telling us we were supposed to be gone, they had another booking coming. The interruption occurred while we were in deep prayer and meditation. This greatly tarnished our day. I told the cleaner we had rented the space for 2 nights but she was adamant that the owner said we needed to vacate for other guests. I asked her to call the owner and she did. Despite having the VRBO booking confirmation telling me I had it for another night, the owner went on about how this was a big problem for her. I showed the confirmation to the cleaner and went back inside. I had asked the owner if there would be privacy while we were at the space and was assured there would be. It was one of the major reasons I chose this property. I cannot imagine that there was no way for the ower to check, prior to interrupting us, to ensure the mistake was not hers.
Further to that, the railings on the front of the house are in terrible shape and are dangerous. We blocked off the stairs so no one would use them. I hope no one who needs support climbing stairs comes to the house, they are in significant disrepair. Also, there was no hot water on the lower floor, not all jets in the hot tub are working and the water was dirty, and the owner advertises 10 beds, but that is untrue. There was a truck in the driveway that was unexpected and when I called the owner she said it could not be moved, guests would have to park on the street. Guests should not be expected to park on the street, the truck should have been moved.
I wrote the owner with my concerns and asked if she would make some kind of offer to make this right. Her response was dismissive. She said there was no way to check prior to disturbing us. Does VRBO not send booking confirmations to owners? My concerns were not addressed. For example, despite her advertising the property had 10 beds (it doesn’t) I was told that I should have checked the listing as it states the number of bedrooms (which was not my concern). I was already told that I received a 50% discount on the property (most likely due to being off-season) so I guess when you give a discount, it is permissible to not live up to what you promise.
Deborah H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2022
Hi Deborah,
I apologize for the confusion and interruption cause by the double booking.
It was not expected and the 1st time we had such a issue and it left everybody stressed out including myself as at no time it is any host desire to disrupt a guest stay. we try our best to ensure guest are satisfied.
thanks for bringing to my attention a couple of spindles on the railings were loose and it was fixed asap.
Better communication would have made your stay more comfortable. If it was not working I should have been contacted immediately.
On checking both the hot water and jets were all in good working order. Also extra air mattresses are provided on request.
Also if there are more than a normal amount of cars guest have to park on the street.
I'm sorry the property was not up to your expectation and you were disappointed.
However all photos and videos are listed on the site so guest have clear expectation of what to expect .
We came to Duncan for a sports competition and this place suited us perfectly. This property has an incredible amount of space and the host is very accommodating, generous, and accessible.
This is a beautiful home for our extended family staycation! it really is a Castle in the Sky as it sits above the hill with sweeping views of the Gulf Islands. We all enjoyed the large living space and open kitchen for us to be all together, as well as the theatre room for the younger ones. Each bedroom had its own bathroom was a major plus. Unfortunately with the rain we had during the stay, we were not able to check out the hot tub and fire pits in the yard. All in all, great location very close to Ladysmith Town Centre, had all we needed for our family gathering and great host, Moni, was very responsive when we needed to ask questions. Thank you!
Robert H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Ryan B.
11 Jan 2025
Ryan B.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mejbien Moni Sadeghi
Love providing happy memories for guest and their families
Why they chose this property
This is a custom luxury home with beautiful views , boutique decor.Lots of details such as chandeliers, curved stairs, high ceiling , large bathrooms lots of living space, steam running through property in winter, surrounded at the back with mountain and forest and beautiful hiking trails. Two outdoor gazebos. Outdoor barbecue Lovely for small boutique weddings and photography It is centrally located with easy access to highway, airport and ferry making it easy to travel . Close to all amenities.
What makes this property unique
Great for large family gatherings and small weddings
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests