Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay!

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A house with a covered porch, a front door with frosted glass panels, and a variety of potted plants and flowers in front.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a view through a glass door.
A wooden dining table with a vase of flowers, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and dining area. It includes a sofa, ottoman, and a wooden coffee table.
A two-story house with a red door, a covered porch, and a small garden area with potted plants.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Government Street

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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  • Dryer
  • Parking available
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Frequently asked questions

Is Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay! pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay! located?

Located in James Bay, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf Park, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Government Street and British Columbia Parliament Building are also within 10 minutes.

Private Garden Retreat with 30 day minimum stay! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay, everything was in walking distance. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely garden suite to spend the night. The bed was very comfortable and we appreciated the off street parking. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great host, quiet, very private retreat with comfortable bed and all the necessities. Delicious brownies too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about Dianne's James Bay Garden Retreat was great! Dianne, the host, was friendly and helpful and great to work with. The accommodation and its amenities were first rate. The setting in the James Bay area of Victoria is stunning and interesting. Absolutely 10 out of 10! Thanks, Dianne!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated the location because of the short walk to the waterfront, downtown and restaurants. Enjoy the Victoria food scene !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. Parking included. Super comfortable. Great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay with Dianne was so enjoyable. She is an incredible host and the property was amazing. Along with parking, the property was so beautiful. The space was stocked with every amenity you could need. The bed was so comfortable. As her home was in the same yard, she was always around if you needed anything. We have stayed in 6 different places in Victoria over the times we have visited and would definitely stay at Dianne's again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
great location with a vetight spot to park off street. Seemes like a lot of people going in and out of the main house which really distracted my dog. Very tight quarters and the shower door was broken and very challenging to keep closed.. Washer/dryer was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely central location in downtown Victoria. Very comfy bed and light filled space. The private sitting area is refreshing to come back to after a longer day out being a tourist.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place stay to in Victoria. Highly recommend this gem and Dianne for her hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space. Very quiet; beautiful garden; all the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in James Bay. Diane is a lovely host and knows the area extensively.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay and great location would go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely outdoor cozy patio space. King bed was comfy. Kitchen was well stocked. Nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly well stocked, super cosy hideaway all within minutes of Victoria's inner harbour and downtown. The bed is very comfortable, and the addition of a washer and dryer is perfect for those spending several days (especially is you are on a road trip.) The addition of the private deck area is the icing on the cake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Owner was helpful and available. BBQ didn’t work but kitchen was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, kitchen was exceptionally well equipped. The private outdoor patio was lovely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Garden Retreat

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Victoria. The home was as pictured and described. It was perfect for a getaway for two. The host was welcoming and easy to communicate with. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well located for walking downtown, around the harbour, parks, and bay (Fisherman’s wharf to Oak Bay). Property was secure, host was welcoming ( brownies in the room were a welcome treat!). Property was well equipped, but a bit tired. This is a mature neighborhood. The property worked for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, walking distance to wharf, old downtown, was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

It was perfect for the two of us and our dogs, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Great place and great location! Very clean, and very comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous find

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful setting that is conveniently located near downtown Victoria. Our host was wonderful and we would not hesitate to return or recommend this to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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