Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Shawnigan Lake

We booked Chris’s place last minute after an issue with another stay. Honestly I am glad it worked out that way, because this place was stunning! So clean, gorgeous views, Chris was wonderful. Our little guy loved the gnome hunt most of all.

Mary Lou is an amazing host who has thought of every little detail and has a beautiful house that looks exactly like the pictures. I can thoroughly recommend Sooke and Mary Lou’s house.

Place was perfect for 2 people and they had an extra blow up mattress for an extra person. It was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Would highly recommend!

Amazing place to stay overlooking Salish Sea. Spent hours looking for seals and whales in the sea. Inside is modern, clean and had everything we needed! Host was incredibly responsive and helped out with all our requests. Thanks Christine!

Josie was a fantastic host. Flexible, responsive, and helpful in providing local recommendations for an area we were new to. The house and property are beautiful, peaceful, and unique. Can't recommend highly enough!

Super relaxing place to stay. Very clean and stocked with top notch amenities.

The Seaflow home was so peaceful and secluded. Our family of four absolutely loves this property and enjoyed the nearby outdoor recreation opportunities. Julie’s surrounding area recommendations were awesome. Julie and her team were quick to respond to our questions and provided clear and concise instructions. We would definitely stay here again!

We had a fantastic stay at this location. Very well stocked house with more than we expected. Gavin responded to messages instantly and was very friendly. Literally a dream house- fit 7 people with ease and didn’t feel crowded. If we come back to there area we would definitely stay here again.

Had the most relaxing and peaceful stay at Tanya’s, it felt like a retreat. The garden was beautifully manicured with plants and flowers. It was lovely having morning coffee on the deck overlooking the valley. It’s even more beautiful than the photos. I saw a few deer and bunnies on the property. Bed was cozy and sheets were soft. It had everything you’d need for a great stay. Will definitely come back to stay again in the future. Thank you Tanya!

Wish we were staying longer! Great value compared to local area. Rebecca and her family were very welcoming and we couldn’t have wished for anymore. Stunning property, very spacious, perfect location. 5* would recommend to all. Thanks for a lovely stay. Daniel

Well from start to finish this was 5 star accommodation! Exactly as shown except better. This was a true bucket list for initially our parents and then for us as well. Don’t think twice book it!

Third time here now. A private oasis in Duncan. Close to downtown but far enough to feel away from the bustle. Next time in Duncan hopefully it will be available again! Great spot! Thank you Jane! Bryan and Gail

Great location that was very peaceful that overlooked the bay. Rooms had comfortable beds that were well maintained. We will be back.

What a wonderful place to stay! We come to Port Renfrew several times a year to get away and this has been the nicest place yet. Wonderful views for coffee in the morning and a peaceful place to escape the city. Will for sure be returning! Harley is proactive and descriptive in the instructions to get there and get in, so we felt right at home arriving and getting ourselves settled.

We enjoyed the apartment, it had everything you need for the kitchen. The location is very convenient for downtown Victoria. You can literally walk to every attraction, including the Empress Hotel, Parliament Buildings, Museum of Natural History, and restaurants all around the harbour.

THe apartment exceeded expectations. It was so spacious, sunny and with a great view of the water. The building was grand and very quiet. It was also near the town of Sidney and ferries going to multiple places. My mother and I both had a wonderful time staying here. Neighbors we met were friendly. It was lovely to sit on the balcony and watch the light change on the water and enjoy the lovely weather we had all week. We were only sorry to leave when it was time to go home!

Port Renfrew is a great place to take the family. Halibut Hideaway was just as described, clean and well kept. All the amenities we needed were provided and in good shape. One rule about talking garbage to the dump wasn’t known prior to arriving and we found out the local dump where we were instructed to put the garbage was only open until 2pm the prior day. Either do all your cleaning really early or you’ll have to pack a bunch of smelly garbage into your car to comply like we did.

Was exactly as described. Great location close to ferry. Walkable to town. Great views from the back porch.

Stayed for a week in May 2025. Great location, walking distance to inner harbour, miniature world, Chinatown, and great restaurants close by. Perfect for two couples. Outdoor bar across the street gave us some good people watching from the balcony. Used the hot tub and the condo robes were appreciated! Coffee, tea and some kitchen spices were helpful. Condo safety and parking were excellent.

Nice property with good sun exposure in morning and midday. Location and gym facilities excellent. The condo faces the rest of the building so you might feel a little exposed,but there are blinds and curtains, so not an issue. Annie was a responsive host.

We very much enjoyed our stay here. Conveniently located and overlooking the water, the apartment was very well appointed, clean and very cozy. On a cold evening, we enjoyed warming our feet by the outside fireplace. We’d recommend this place to anyone wanting to spend some time in Port Renfrew.

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Airbnb! From the moment I arrived, I felt right at home. The space was impeccably clean, beautifully decorated, and fully equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, offering a peaceful retreat while still being close to all the attractions I wanted to visit. I highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a cozy, relaxing, and hassle-free getaway. I'll definitely be returning!

We had a fabulous mother/daughter trip to this lovely space. The beds and bedding were exceptional and we slept beautifully each night. We had everything we needed in this condo and we could walk all over Victoria easily. The host was the very best I have ever worked with- responsive, helpful, full of great information and warm. Honestly I felt so supported and in good hands in this space. This was a five star experience for our family and we will definitely come back. Cheers!

This is a great place to stay if you're visiting Olympic National Park! The neighborhood is quiet, and is away from the busier areas while still being close to the grocery store, restaurants, and downtown experiences. The kitchen was well-stocked with plates, utensils, etc., and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.