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A warm welcome awaits
Our charming bedroom has a queen bed, sofa, bistro table and chairs and is close to beach access at Southey Point as in our cover pic.The bathroom has a newly installed shower, washbasin and composting toilet. There is a closet and an outside deck space. Although the space doesn’t have a kitchen, there is a fridge, kettle, coffee maker and toaster for the convenience of our guests and continental breakfast items are provided. We look forward to welcoming guests to this idyllic part of the world.

Oceanfront Cottage Galiano Island
Bright open–space living & dining area with a cozy wood burning fireplace. Furnished 2 bedroom cottage,1 queen and 2 double beds, and bathroom with walk-in shower. Our kitchen comes stored with dishes, cookware and appliances. The fireplace is a cozy accessory for those crisp winter days. The large 300 sq. ft. deck is the perfect place to relax on the deck chairs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets and views of spectacular Whaler Bay. There's also a propane BBQ so you can grill up your summer faves.

The Cove on Galiano Island
This self-contained guest house on sunny Galiano Island is the perfect oceanside getaway! This property boasts 1000+ feet of low-bank private waterfront. The sandstone rock beach is perfect for summer swimming or spring/fall storm watching. Daily sightings of seals, sea lions, eagles, all manner of birds and whales pass by this beach. The house looks over a sprawling lawn and over the water, with views of Vancouver. This newly-renovated one bedroom cottage has a queen bed and brand new bathroom.

Galiano Island Cabin
This is a cosy cabin sits on seven acres of land with water access. It has a firewood stove and hardwood floors in the main part of the cabin - tiling the living room. The decor is country chic. The property is rural about 11 miles from any store but close to beautiful hiking trails, and has access to a staircase down to a deck at the water where we swim. We face Saltspring Island and the southern tip of Wallace - in fact it is just a kayak ride across Trincomali channel to Salt Spring.

* Sailor's View * Floating Home Ocean Retreat
Reviewed as "the Four Seasons on the water," and by a NASA astronaut as "the best Airbnb ...on earth," Sailor's View float home is one of the most unique & luxurious vacation rentals in Vancouver. Dine under the vaulted beamed ceiling in the grand room, touch the water from the bedroom windows, and relax & drink around the cozy patio fire table, with incredible post card views of downtown Vancouver. All near great dining, shopping and transit. This isn't waterfront, it's water-ON! #Flotel

Luxe Beachfront, Hot Tub, Kayaking, Walk to Town
Welcome to Beach House, our exceptional waterfront retreat where nature and luxury come together for a perfect romantic getaway. What You’ll Love Wake to waterviews and end your night in the hot tub under the stars. 🔹 On Crescent Beach waterfront 🔹 3 min to Eastsound Village 🔹 7 min to Moran State Park 🔹Private hot tub with bay views 🔹 King suite with deck access 🔹 Radiant heated floors 🔹 Gas fireplace 🔹 Walkway to sandy beach 🔹 Dedicated workspace & WiFi 🔹 Zen garden setting

The Surf- Ocean Front-By the Beach- Outdoor Bath
Ocean front West Coast retreat located 40 meters above the surf, bordering China Beach. Enjoy beach fires, forest walks, hiking, mushroom forging and surfing. A short intermediate private trail will take you down to the beach. The 560 square foot cabin is set back on the property, offering spectacular panoramic views of the Juan de Fuca Straight. Cozy up by the wood fire in this cozy 1 king bed cabin or have a bath in the outdoor tub and enjoy the breathtaking views!

Waterfront Cabin and sauna, very private! #8920
Come and stay in this rustic private Cabin on the ocean with spectacular views of Howe Sound. 45 min drive to Whistler. It has self check in and parking close by. Relax by the ocean, go for a paddle, enjoy the outdoor private fire pit up on the rock with breath taking views of Howe sound during sun set. Wake up to wildlife swimming by your bedroom window. Free Paddle boards and Kayaks to use during your stay:)

The Salty Goose - Private Cottage beside the Ocean
The Salty Goose is the perfect place to unwind with your loved one. Enjoy the ocean breeze from the balcony of our private cottage getaway. The beach and government dock are also located right across the street. Relax as you enjoy all nature has to offer; seal, deer, eagle and raven are all common sightings here. Our cottage is within walking distance to the Driftwood Center, Cidery, Marina, and Winery!

Cozy waterfront cabin with tiny house & hot tub
A-Frame for memories is a short walk from the ferry dock and the whaler bay marina. The main cabin sleeps 4 with a queen size bed in the loft and a pullout couch. In addition, there is a tiny house available that would allow for an increase in available group accommodation size. The waterfront cabin includes access to a hot tub where you can soak in the waterfront ocean view.. AND the tub.

Studio Cottage at St Mary Lake
Escape to our cosy studio cabin on beautiful St. Mary Lake. This thoughtfully designed space offers everything you need to unwind, featuring a warm wood stove and a comfortable, open layout. Step outside to your private patio for a relaxing read, or a soak in your own Goodland wood-fired hot tub under the stars. Simple, serene, and inviting—perfect for a lakeside retreat.

Oceanview A-Frame | Hot Tub + Steps to Beach
BAY FRAME is a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath A frame cabin with an outdoor hot tub (new!), perched on a high-bank waterfront in the Pacific Northwest. With sweeping ocean views across Birch Bay and direct beach access, this cozy getaway blends vintage charm with modern comforts. Summer 2026: This is the place to stay for the Vancouver World Cup games!
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ613 | ﺩ.ﺇ668 | ﺩ.ﺇ668 | ﺩ.ﺇ602 | ﺩ.ﺇ632 | ﺩ.ﺇ723 | ﺩ.ﺇ709 | ﺩ.ﺇ712 | ﺩ.ﺇ687 | ﺩ.ﺇ694 | ﺩ.ﺇ621 | ﺩ.ﺇ635 |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 6°C | 7°C | 10°C | 13°C | 15°C | 18°C | 18°C | 15°C | 11°C | 8°C | 6°C |
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Galiano Island stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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