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* Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat

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A balcony with a sofa, a fire pit, and a view of a marina at sunset.
A modern outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, a round table, and a stone centerpiece.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.
A waterfront property with multiple docked boats, a marina, and a city skyline in the background.
A waterfront property with multiple buildings, including a large house with a circular window and a smaller blue structure.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to The Shipyards

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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North Vancouver, BC
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lonsdale Quay Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shipyards
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Lower Lonsdale

Located in Metro Vancouver Regional District, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Lonsdale Quay Market and Granville Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore English Bay Beach and Stanley Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pacific Coliseum or Rogers Arena.
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North Vancouver, BC

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lonsdale Quay Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Shipyards - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vancouver Waterfront - 17 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Granville Street - 19 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • North Vancouver Station - 4 min drive
  • Rupert Station - 11 min drive
  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪King Taps - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Big Way Hot Pot (North Vancouver) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Villain - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat on 2 Mar 2027 start from AU$1,221, 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 * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is * Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat located?

Located in Lower Lonsdale, this houseboat is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lonsdale Quay Market and within 3 miles (5 km) of Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Canada Place. Vancouver Convention Centre is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Waterfront Metro Station is 30 minutes by foot and Vancouver Waterfront Station is 29 minutes.

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. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in north Vancouver. This was such a perfect spot with amazing views and close to Grouse mountain and Capilano bridge. Our host was very attentive, the house had everything you needed. Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. Property was exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book Sailor’s View now!!! The home is immaculate, thoughtfully designed and beautifully decorated. And oh!!! That view!!! It’s truly a gem! Dave is beyond gracious as a host, excellent communication, responsive and very helpful. If you’re looking for a beautiful home, fabulous location, and a unique experience right on the water in Vancouver, look no further! Book it today. You’ll be delighted you did!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful float home with everything you could possibly need. Great location. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is meticulously maintained professionally managed and very well appointed. From having an amenities gift upon arrival, to bandaids in the bathroom. Thank you to the wonderful hosts of the property, and looking forward to staying again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, relaxing quiet atmosphere, easy to get to. Super nice ambiance, perfect weekend for 2! Thouroughly enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had really been looking forward to this stay and it exceeded all our expectations. It is so well equipped and presents itself beautifully . The location is great and lends itself to all modes of transport but my favourite was the short walk to the Quay and ferry to downtownThe nighttime view across the water is incredible. Hard to imagine how our experience could have been any better
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave was great, very attentive and the house was amazing! Spectacular views and equal accomodations!Will definitely stay here again! Thanks, Dave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, was sad to leave and would love to come back. Host is awesome and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful floating house was equipped with all amenities that a family would need. The views were spectacular, it was close to food, entertainment, parks, coffee. We are already planning the next vaca!! The host was amazing and very communicative, we appreciated our stay and had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Sailors View. The bedrooms were spacious and the view was amazing. We saw seals every morning and enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings. The kitchen had everything we needed and the parking was easy (about 25 dollars a day).We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

I booked the houseboat for my adult family of 5 and they were all incredibly impressed with the space. The views were incredible and our host was super responsive and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Sailor's View for US Thanksgiving. The views were great, location prefect for exploring North Van and getting in to the City on the SeaBus. The place was very clean and everything worked as expected, and the Kitchen was well set up for cooking our Thanksgiving meal. Dave was very responsive with requests. Would highly recommend Sailor's View again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic house with a fantastic view.

We had such a great time at this property. Commensurate host, spotless and clean, and what a view of the water and the city skyline!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience! Something so different from anything we have done. Property owner was very communicative!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of Vancouver from Sailers View is absolutely incredible. Walk down a beautiful bike path to the Seabus and you are in Gastown in just 15 minutes, so easy and Seabus is cheap trans.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Beautiful home, great host. Literally thought of everything you might need. Great area with lots of good restaurants and bars and just a short ferry ride to downtown Vancouver. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

The Best of the Best

Easily the best short term rental I've ever stayed at. The home was perfectly appointed with everything we'll ever need. The checkin/checkout process was streamlined and easy. 6/5 stars
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Stay!

Fantastic, beautiful floating home! Relaxing views of all the boats in the marina from the back deck. The bedrooms are spacious and the décor throughout is perfect! Soooo much better than staying in any hotel! The home is just a few minutes walk from the SeaBus and the restaurants, grocery and other stores surrounding it. The SeaBus and public transportation access make Dave’s floating home the ideal location for exploring all of Vancouver’s sights without a car.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

We were thrilled with our stay at Sailor's View. The location and view are truly amazing. The house is well maintained, very comfortable and the amenities are excellent. Dave quickly responded to any questions and check-in/out was a breeze. We used the sea bus several times to quickly get to downtown Vancouver (15 mins) and the terminal is only about a 5 min walk from the house. There are lots of great restaurants, coffee houses, unique stores, bars and groceries within walking distance too. Highlights from our trip included a family of otters on the nearby dock one morning, watching the sunset with the gas fire pit on, and a sea plane day trip to Victoria on Vancouver Island (not cheap but a bucket list item!)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
At Sailor's View, guests will find a lovely home away from home! Dave provided excellent photos and videos and the binder manual to guide us with helpful information that we needed to park, access the float home, and to enjoy the neighborhood. The home is well supplied throughout and we all appreciated that we didn't have to worry about a thing while staying at Sailor's View. The view of Vancouver's skyline was stunning in the evening and morning light! Dave was so helpful making sure we were settled and answered questions we had about the indoor fireplace! When we arrived at our next destination (Whistler) my friends and I kept remarking that if only we had Dave as our host we knew our questions would be answered! I highly recommend Sailor's View as a clean, comfortable, and special vacation rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

North Vancouver Piece of Paradise

The floating home was everything we expected and more. The beds were super comfortable. The home is well decorated and it was a very relaxing setting for our family and extended family who came to visit and enjoy the waterfront views. We loved the pair of sea lions that came most mornings to fish and play in front of the home. Though it rained quite a bit for our extended visit, the location was perfect for quick trips by sea bus over to Vancouver. We also enjoyed many restaurants and beer breweries in the area, and our hikes all around North Vancouver. This is a well recommended place to stay and we're very pleased to also add our 5 stars too. Thank you. P.s. enjoyed their coffee!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

Every aspect of our stay on Sailor's View exceeded our expectations. The home is beautiful, location perfect for easy access to Vancouver center (Gastown) by Seabus, the view amazing of the marina and town, beds super comfy, home immaculately clean. Dave was easy to contact and helpful. There were four seniors sharing the houseboat and found it roomy, especially since we could enjoy the beautiful deck. The kitchen was well-stocked and supplied so we took advantage of the local grocery shop for basic supplies to "eat in" for breakfast and some dinners though the restaurants nearby are variable from high end to moderately priced and of good quality. We could not have asked for a more restorative holiday-happy for the peace and quiet of N. Vancouver and the convenience of easy access to town. We paid a bit more for this luxury than usual but it was well worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hidden Gem -So thrilled to stay at this amazing floating home. Nestled in a quiet, peaceful marina, with breathtaking views of the downtown Vancouver skyline. Location is idyllic, serene and picture postcard perfect, making every moment memorable. Sailor’s View is simply incredible and unique. Beautifully designed and spacious, it radiates charm and thoughtful luxury. Every detail, from the stylish interior decor to high-end appliances, has clearly been curated with love and care. Bathed in natural light from high-beamed ceilings and unique features, makes the experience truly remarkable. The balcony quickly became a favourite spot, we spent many hours enjoying still waters, gentle breezes, and cozy fire table. Starting each day with soothing sounds of the water and ending with jaw-dropping sunsets over the skyline was a privilege. A vibrant waterfront neighbourhood with a lovely selection of shops and restaurants, is just a short walk away. And thanks to the nearby SeaBus, downtown Vancouver is easily accessible. The host, Dave, went above and beyond. From his warm welcome and thoughtful gift to his comprehensive guidebook and regular check-ins, we felt truly cared for. We were completely overjoyed, this floating home exceeded our already high expectations. Perfect setting to make lasting family memories, without a doubt, it has become our favourite place we’ve ever stayed. We can’t wait to return and would wholeheartedly recommend this incredible experience to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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