Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria

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A yellow house with a blue deck and a small front porch.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a clock, and a window with 'LAUGH' and 'LOVE' decorations.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, a refrigerator with magnets, a stove, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with a dining area, a coffee station, and a sign indicating a café.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Shirley, BC
  • Place, Gordon's Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Otter Point Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, French Beach Provincial Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Juan de Fuca Electoral Area

Located in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Bad Dog Brewing Company and Sooke Harbour Authority are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Woodside Farm and Sooke Centre for the Performing Arts. Consider Shirley Community Hall for a night out or SEAPARC Recreation Centre if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Map
Shirley, BC

What's nearby

  • Gordon's Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Shirley Pioneer Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Otter Point Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • French Beach Provincial Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sheringham Point Park - 10 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shirley Delicious Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria & Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Point No Point - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪kemplakestore - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lyle's Beer Garage - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Diamond Cottage, close to Sooke, Shirley and Port Renfrew. 40 mins to Victoria located?

This family-friendly Juan de Fuca Electoral Area cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Gordon's Beach, Shirley Community Hall and Otter Point Park. Shirley Pioneer Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved staying here. Marie and Mark are great hosts and super helpful. We loved spending time with the aminals and looked forward to seeing them every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had a funny smell and a bit run down. Outside needed some care.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect. It had everything we needed for our stay. Mark and Marie were extremely helpful in helping me find a good place to find otters! But most importantly, the animals. Every single chicken, goat, and sheep were extremely sweet and gentle. I'm so happy I finally got to pick up a chicken! The animal snuggle time was the best. They also have ducks, but they didn't want to interact with us, but they weren't mean at all. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a relaxing stay. Enjoyed the animals and the quiet. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Goats, chickens peace and beauty.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Nice and quiet. The animals are so much fun to watch.Far enough away from noice and close enough for restaurants, shops and amazing sceneries
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
NA
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property a bit dated. Overall very clean, good beds (bedrooms do get some road noise), plenty of towels. Kitchen has everything you might need. De-humidifier for cottage was provided and used. No cell coverage but WiFi available. 20 Min. drive to Sooke. Did not use BBQ so I can't comment. Plenty of games available for kids. NO TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

Thank you so much for the amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay and location

Our family loved this location. Our kids spent time playing with the goats, the house was very comfortable, and we were very close to a number of great beaches and hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay on Mark and Marie's property was nothing short of magical. 4 nights didn't seem like enough - we didn't want to leave! Our almost-4 year old had the time of his life with all the animals and we really connected with all of them - especially the chickens! Our time here in nature was so deeply healing. Can't wait to come back! A few things of our own that we brought from home that elevated our experience was a small tower fan, a "mud kitchen kit" for our son to play with outside and a dark blackout curtain for naptime. There were WAY more games and activities than we had expected. All the yard games were a delightful surprise! Please say hi to my favourite hen, Vanessa, for me!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is as advertised. Great location, comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen. Loved saying hi to the ducks, roosters, chickens, goats, and sheep.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lower rating because of: noisy highway, no screens on windows, dirty chairs and table on the deck, tub needed to be washed for a bath and the stopper not working, dirty aluminun saucers on the stove. Basically a cozy place that needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this property!The cottage was perfect for us and our pup companion, Maisie. We had everything we needed for our stay near Sooke. The owners were lovely and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, fun vibe

Nice clean house, fun games in the backyard. Perfect for our 2 day trip in the Sooke/port renfrew area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage!

Very lovely cottage, had all the kitchen amenities we needed and a nice backyard with the best feature - the goats!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Hosts are amazing and super friendly. Place is clean and comfortable. The animals were super fun amd funny. Would recommend to any and everyone. Thanks guys!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Very nice

Was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

This property is quaint, comfortable, and has everything needed for a lovely stay. We've stayed here before and look forward to coming back. A new addition since our last stay , are the backyard toys and games
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Goats and chickens were a great bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous as always. This was our third stay - close to beaches and trails - and the marvellous potholes! Clean and comfortable, and superb hosts. Thanks again, we will probably return in '27
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cozy cottage

Warm cozy cottage, very comfortable, Mark and Marie are gracious hosts, and we especially enjoyed getting to know the goats, sheep and chickens, not to mention freshly-laid eggs for breakfast. Quiet but convenient location for exploring the woods and beaches nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was the G.O.A.T.

Great place with easy drive to hiking and sightseeing. Goats, chickens and ducklings were a joy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic home base for Sooke/Port Renfrew adventures

This was a fantastic place to make our home away from home as we explored all around Sooke and up to Port Renfrew.Cozy but had all the necessities to make it practical and a welcome retreat after a big day of adventures. The curious friendly animals and the backyard games were a tremendous hit with the kids. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy your property as our home away from home for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week away

We had an amazing stay at Diamond Cottage. The property was better than pictured. The hosts were incredibly helpful both before and during our stay. The cottage was cozy and just what we needed for our stay. The critters were fun and added joy to our stay. Thank you Diamond Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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