*Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood
You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located place. We are located in a quiet neighborhood right off a bike/walking path.
This is a self-contained carriage house located in a private backyard. There are 2 bedrooms, one with a queen bed and one with a double bed. Each bedroom has its own half bath!
There is also 1 full bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Have a nice relaxing meal out on the patio. There is also A/C so you can keep cool on the hot summer days!
Walking distance to Long Lake or Brannen Lake, where you can go fishing, kayaking, and swimming.
There are restaurants, shops, all few minutes walk away.
Less than a 10 minute drive to Rec centers, swimming, hiking and to the ocean.
Or take a 20 min scenic drive to Parksville for a day at the beach. If you go a bit further north, you can go to Qualicum Beach or Coombs. If you like exploring a bit more, you can also take a ferry from downtown Nanaimo to Gabriola Island for the day. If you go a bit further south island, you can get to Chemainus or take a ferry to Salt Spring Island and visit their very popular Saturday Farmers Market from April until October.
Business License 5033240
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Any refundable drink containers can be placed in the blue round bin outside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties!
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number H895371287, 5033240
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
About the area
Nanaimo
Located in Nanaimo, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and The OV Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
Vancouver Island University - 7 min drive - 10.4 km
Old City Quarter - 16 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 15 min walk
Thrifty Foods - 3 min drive
Smokin' George's BBQ - 13 min walk
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Bodhi's Artisan Bakery - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood on 11 May 2026 start from AU$268, 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 *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is *Air conditioned* 2 bed carriage home in private Backyard in quiet neighbourhood located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Long Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park. Landmark Cinemas Nanaimo and Frank Crane Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Anny, & family were great! We really enjoyed having a table & 4 chairs both inside & out on the patio, for card playing &/or eating, 3 bathrooms, laundry, and separate building from the main residence, including separate parking…..to name a few!Location was excellent. Close to several stores, restaurants etc.Very good over all. Would definitely stay there again if available.
This was the perfect place that suited all our needs. It was quiet and in a very safe neighborhood. Will definitely stay here again when we visit Nanaimo
Shawna D.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2025
Hi Shawna, I am glad you enjoyed your stay here. Have a safe trip back!
We had a great stay, the property was very convenient for what we needed. Clean and lots of room. Host was very responsive. A little gem on a quiet street.
Anny and Craig are super nice people to deal with and very accommodating. Accommodations are super clean, beds are nice and comfortable and the outdoor seating is very comfortable. The extra bathrooms were so great for our group. Highly recommend!
Joy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you Joy, it was awesome to have you all. We enjoyed meeting you!
The house was great and perfect for us and my parents. The space was very well kept with a nice kitchen. We had a few issues but Anny was so quick to respond and fix it. Would definetely stay here again.
Kimberly d.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Thank you Kimberly! It was great to meet you and your family. The place was spotless, thanks for being such great guests.
We were looking for a place with very few stairs and they have none. Great location for low mobility people. Also close to Parksville, Coombs, Qualicum, Chemainus and Ladysmith for our outings. Loved the lanai for relaxing, on a few of our evenings.
We enjoyed our stay immensely. It felt like a home. Well stocked and everything was there. The beds were very comfortable. Loved the extra bathrooms. Would stay there again. Thank you Anny and Craig.
Very quiet. Comfortable beds. Well situated for access to main places in Nanaimo. Anny and husband were great hosts. Replaced TV while we were there so we could watch the Oilers! Would stay again.
Gary M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thank you so much Gary! Come back anytime!
Verified
8/10 Good
Mindy Z.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Nice place!
very good experience
Mindy Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Thank you Mindy, hope you had a good time in Nanaimo.
It was a very nice stay. A couple of minor issues were resolved very quickly by the owner. Separate bedrooms and ensuites were very convenient. Quiet area.
Deena F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thank you Deena for staying with us! We hope you had a meaningful time here.
Lovely new carriage house
Lots of room and comfy beds with a half bath in each bedroom and a nice shower in the main bathroom.
Beautiful location very quiet and hosts are nice, friendly and welcoming.
Easy access to many different places
Just a short drive to the old city
We will definitely stay here the next time we are in Nanaimo
We had a great 3-night stay at this carriage house in Nanaimo. We were attending a family reunion close by, and this was the perfect place for my family and I to return to each night. Anny and her family were lovely and gracious hosts. Her young boys even offered us a glass of lemonade from their lemonade stand when we arrived!😊
Maureen Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
We had fun chatting and getting to know you! We enjoyed your visit with us, hope you had fun at the lake!
Beds were comfy and clean. There was a bit of dust but nothing unreasonable. We appreciated having multiple toilets and the kitchen had everything we needed for our breakfasts. Wifi worked well. The bathroom exhaust fan didn't seem very effective after showering. The garden house is quiet and in a quiet neighbourhood.
My wife and I were traveling with our daughter, son-in-law and our 15 month old grandson. This 2 bedroom unit was perfect for our 1 night in Nanaimo. We were pleasantly surprised to to have a small bathroom connected to each of the 2 bedrooms in addition to a 3rd bathroom with a shower. Anny was a very nice host!
Dave S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Thanks Dave! It was awesome to meet your family and getting to know you. Come back anytime!
Well equipped and clean. Nespresso vertuo machine for coffees so bring your own pods. No signage on front on how to get to unit nor a walkway to unit.
Overall would recommend it! We loved the fact it had two half baths and one full bath!
Barry W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thanks for the feedback Barry! We had extra pods for the machine and can refill if requested. We will be working on the walkway and signage. Hope you will stay with us again!
The property is clean and quiet and in a safe neighbourhood. The carriage house is centrally located in North Nanaimo and close to the offices, etc. we needed when we were doing our return to Canada after having lived in USA. There is a bit of a tricky turn at the south end of the highway access street. Would be best to visualize that carefully on a map for comings and goings.
Located in a quiet neighborhood, lovely backyard cottage. The backyard cottage was clean and well maintained.
This place has everything you need to feel comfortable and conveniently at home. Air conditioning and heating in the home.
The cottage is spacious and has a well-stocked kitchen which isn't always the case with other stays (even had snacks and treats for us)!
They were great hosts and are very friendly, thoughtful, and accommodating. The proximity to the ferry, grocery stores, and liquor store, made it the perfect choice.
Made my stay in Nanaimo so much nicer, highly recommend!
Carla F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2024
Thank you so much Carla! It was such a pleasure to have you and your family stay with us. You were our first guests and made it so smooth and easy for us, we would love to host you again.
About the host
Hosted by Anny
We are a family of 5 and love hosting and meeting new people!
Why they chose this property
Our place is central and minutes drive away from the Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, shopping, beaches, pools, arenas, and lakes!
What makes this property unique
It is a quiet but convenient area with a backyard to hang out in.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests