Seagull Studio didn’t begin as a business idea; it began as a dream that John and I carried with us for years. When we found our little vacant lot near Whiffin Spit, we knew instantly that this was where our next chapter would unfold. We could see past the empty space and imagine the life we would build here, a home filled with warmth, nature, and the soft sounds of the ocean.
When construction started, it truly became our labour of love. Every decision, big or small, was made together. And because we actually lived in what is now the guest suite for five months while the house was being built, we learned exactly how it felt to be in that space. We discovered how the natural light moved through the rooms, where a cozy throw should sit, and how a guest should feel the moment they walk in. Those months shaped everything we created.
It’s a little haven that we poured our hearts into. We wanted our guests to feel like they’ve stepped into their own private retreat… a place where they can put their feet up, breathe deeply, and just be.
Every detail you see has a story behind it:
the 680-thread-count Pima cotton sheets, the plush towels, the chocolates on the pillows, the new forest wallpaper in the entryway, all chosen to make your stay feel thoughtful, luxurious, and cared for. Even the garden is an ongoing passion project for John, who adds something beautiful every season.
And of course, nature does its part too. From the deer wandering past the windows to the distant call of sea lions, the magic of Sooke surrounds us every day.
We built Seagull Studio because we wanted to share a piece of the peaceful, coastal life we love so much. It means the world to us when guests arrive and instantly feel at home. Some come for a quiet getaway, some celebrate life’s special moments, and some return year after year — and each visit reminds us why we created this place in the first place.
Seagull Studio is our story.
And now, it’s part of yours too.