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Backcountry house with the best view !

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a bathtub.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a ceiling light.
A sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of trees in the foreground.
A hallway with wooden flooring, yellow walls, and a white door at the end.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Qualicum, BC
  • Place, The Old School House Arts Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, The Vintage Candy Shop
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Coombs Old Country Market
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Backcountry house with the best view !

Imagine waking up surrounded by trees and sound of birds. This house is located in the backcountry 20 min from Qualicum, 5 min from Little Qualicum Falls. House has 2 seperate levels, with seperate entrances and drivewayes. This listing gets you the very top level, with double soaker tub and wide open space filled with art and natural beauty, fire place for cold days .No stairs as the house is built into the mountain .Host lives on the property. Hiking/mt biking trails outside your front door. Vast open skies offer great star gazing , sunrise and sunset watching, storm and cloud formations while you barbecue or do yoga on a massive covered deck overlooking the Strait of Georgia.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Booking for stays over 27 days not allowed

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H668475234
Property # 9705470
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
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

Qualicum Beach

Located in Qualicum Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Milner Gardens & Woodland and Petroglyphs at Sproat Lake are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club and Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oceanside Place Arena or Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Qualicum, BC

What's nearby

  • The Old School House Arts Centre - 17 min drive - 22.2 km
  • The Vintage Candy Shop - 18 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Qualicum Beach Community Park - 18 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Coombs Old Country Market - 21 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Spider Lake Provincial Park - 22 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Creekmore's Coffee - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Creek Ice Cream - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Black Bird Schnitzel Haus - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪DeeZ Bar & Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Awakening Cafe - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backcountry house with the best view ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Backcountry house with the best view !?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backcountry house with the best view !?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backcountry house with the best view !?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Backcountry house with the best view ! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club, Leon Road Community Park and Marshall Road Community Park. Shoreline Lake and Huson Road Community Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property for either a family or groups of friends. Had everything we needed and is in a quiet area with stunning forest and oceans views, love, love.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you Sarah! Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Wonderful place

A great place to stay and explore the Island
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Great property!

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was as advertised, and we really enjoyed the ktichen!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2023
Hello Mike, Glad you got great use out of the commercial kitchen. We recently purchased a brand new range and two additional fridge/freezers for larger dinners. Have a lovely day, Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Stunning views

Amazing views,clean accommodation and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
Thank you John for your review, all the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible view and very peaceful for a rest. The property has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

What a view!

Great place to unwind and enjoy the view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Gorgeous view

The location of this property is amazing. We could lie on one of the beds and look out over the water as though we were perched in a bird's nest. A real treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Amazing

The pictures do not so this property justice. It is beautiful. Hosts Alex and Blake left us fresh eggs, fresh mint, face masks and bath bombs. I wish I had more then 2 nights there and I will be back. An absolutely amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Thank you Jennifer for you review ! We are very happy you enjoyed your stay . You are welcome back anytime , all the best ! Over the Rainbow
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Incredible Vista

The only problem with this property is that you will become immobilized from the view- you will want to do nothing else but stare out at the mountains and ocean. It was so beautiful! The home is lovely, with comfortable, attractive furnishings and a very well appointed kitchen.Two bathrooms and two bedrooms made for a luxurious stay for my friend and I. You drive for a while to get up the mountain, please know that it is well worth it! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

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

Fantastic

We really enjoyed our stay with Alex and Blake. The house is equipped with all amenities and everything you need for a longer stay is there. Otherwise Alex helps, she is very concerned about her guests. We really enjoyed the short and long conversations with Alex. The location is fantastic and is completely in nature. From here you can reach many attractions. However, sometimes you have to drive a lot.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Thank you Roman & Claudia! All the best on your travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makenna R.

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

Mountain Getaway

The photos do not really portray this spacious house with large bedrooms, living space and bathrooms. Perfect for large family or friends wanting to gather together. The deck is across the whole front of the house and the view is spectacular! The house was nicely decorated and the furnishings comfortable. The hosts were responsive and put in the effort to have a clean house, set up wood for the fire and farm fresh eggs. If you like isolated mountainous settings then this is for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2023
Hello Makenna, thank you for your the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan J.

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

Great place for what we needed!

My friend and I were looking for a quiet house in the woods for a few days and this place was just that. The view from the balcony (when it’s not foggy) was so nice and peaceful to enjoy after a long day. Everything inside was clean and tidy. Keep in mind that this house is located on a windy dirt road at the top of a hill. Wasn’t an issue for us and the dry conditions we had but just thought it should be mentioned. It definitely adds to the “remote, woodsy” feel of the place though
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

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

A wonderful property in the hills

The property was excellent and exceeded all expectations re being exceptionally well equipped, amazing views and plenty of space. Beds were comfortable as were the sofas inside and out on the patio. The house had everything you needed plus more. The host was exceptionally responsive and answered all of our queries quickly. The decor was of a high standard with lots of interesting art which added a subtle ambience to the whole house. The complimentary toiletries particularly the face mask were a great bonus. My only reservation with the property was the location. It is a good 15 minutes from the main road up a fairly windy steep road and I didn’t realise this until I arrived, however that said it was an amazing property and we loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Need a microwave oven
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mari K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alex

Host profile image
Over the Rainbow Rentals is led by husband and wife duo with over 40 years of hospitality and customer service expereince between them, Blake and Alex. We love traveling and exploring the world , meeting people and learning about new cultures. We lived on 3 continents before settling down in Little Qualicum River Village , Vancouver Island where we grow permaculture and wild gardens , raise chickens , go for hikes and search for Big Foot :). We are forgers of wild foods, like mushrooms , berries, wild greens and medicinal herbs.We love our home and community and it's tranquility and would like to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

There is only few properties on Vancouver Island that boast the most spectacualr view of the Island, Coastal Mountains and Georgia Strait , where you can see hundreds of kilometers of coastline . Only one is available for rent - ours. There is only few properties that on foggy days are above the clouds basking in the sunshine . Only one is rentable :) . And sometimes the fogg and clouds merge and house is soaked with mist and white light , cozy and quiet.

What makes this property unique

One of a kind view while forest bathing .

Languages:

English, Polish
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