Family-friendly vacation rentals in Strathcona

Forest & Forage House: Privacy on Quadra Island

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful timber frame vacation home. Built mainly from wood sourced from the surrounding forest, this private paradise is conveniently located within 5 Kms of all Quadra Island amenities. The tranquil landscape includes big trees, perennial flower and vegetable gardens, an expansive lawn that is great for an afternoon bocce session, and many private areas to escape with a glass of wine. A separate office and a new wood fired sauna is also available for guests!

Luxury Forest Home | Open & Airy | 1min to Trails

Stunning light-filled forest home with pristine river trails just steps away. Architect-designed w/ chef’s kitchen, premium beds, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing towering trees. Enjoy your own huge private fenced yard with firepit and outdoor dining. Peaceful & serene yet 15 min to Courtenay & Cumberland, 25 to Mt Washington. Perfect for families & dogs. "This isn't just an Airbnb; it's a perfectly curated experience." - Nina ★★★★★ "A truly magical, one-of-a-kind place" - Caitlin ★★★★★

The Garden House

Our get-a-way is an oasis on a beautiful island, at the end of the road. We are very close to Fillongly Park with its beaches, views of nearby Hornby Island, and old growth trails along the creek. Our garden house is tucked behind the main house. It's surrounded by abundant landscape, woodland, a seasonal stream, and our horse pasture. The house and it's surroundings are private and peaceful. You may see the horses, a peacock, tree frogs and deer, but you won't see any traffic or crowds.

Lakeview Casita

This snug, hand-built cottage features large windows and a deck looking toward Hague Lake and the rocky scapes of Turtle Island. It’s tucked away in a small grove of towering Cedar and Fir trees, but in the heart of uptown Mansons Landing with stores and a bakery cafe just steps away. It is ten min. walk to swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking at kid-friendly Sandy Beach, or a 15 min. walk down to an ocean beach and Mansons Lagoon. Friday Market and Cortes Museum are a short stroll away.

Moonhill Guesthouse

Moonhill Guesthouse is the perfect starting point to explore Cortes Island. Centrally located on the south end close to Manson’s Lagoon, Smelt Bay and Hollyhock, Moonhill offers spacious and peaceful accommodation for Cortes Island visitors. At both forest and village edge, Moonhill is walking distance to many island amenities and popular swimming beaches. It is an easy launch point for your island adventures as well as a peaceful refuge and a good fit for couples, families, and friends.

Quadra Island Waterfront Home at Rebecca Spit

'Hooley House' is a fully renovated family-friendly, beach access vacation home overlooking Rebecca Spit with world-class ocean & mountain views. This wifi-connected, 2200 sq ft oasis is ideal for vacations, family reunions & retreats. It boasts a modern kitchen, vaulted ceiling, dining & 2 living areas w fireplaces, and expansive deck with bbq, lounge and eating areas. Two minute drive to Heriot Bay amenities. Kayaks, trampoline, zipline, basketball net and games add to outdoor fun!

Shoal Bay Raven Cottage, Ocean view & off the grid

Shoal Bay sits on a remote island, completely off grid. Here we generate our own electrical power through a system of solars panels and micro-hydro. Just one of three boutique styled cottages at Shoal Bay, The RAVEN COTTAGE sits on the hillside overlooking the water. There are 2 bedrooms, a full kitchen and a cozy woodstove. Kitchen with undercounter fridge and 4 burner gas stove/oven. A shower in the bathroom. Covered deck with a bbq all overlooking the ocean and the coastal mountains

Dunroven Air BnB- Quiet, remote & elegant cottage

Fully self-contained 2 bedroom Sea Cottage. Direct beach access surrounded by forest. Quiet, remote and elegant. Pet friendly There is a $10 fee PER DAY for your pet ~ Airbnb will collects only for the first 2 days. Home-baked treats upon arrival. Whales frequently seen from our beach which is a rock hounds paradise No parties. Dunroven is adult oriented ~ no children under the age of 10. Check in time is 3 p.m. Check out time is 10 a.m. Stay a week and the 7th night is free.

Helliwell Bluffs

Curved boat like getaway adjacent and overlooking Helliwell Park, it's in the grassy oak grove meadowlands with spectacular open southern views, beach below. Featured in handmade builders of the Pacific Northwest. Stone, cedar, stainless steel, driftwood and sod. The house is best as getaway for 2 with occasional guests in separate bedrooms. all amenities plus a fireplace, heated stone floors and outside bathtub. Watch the storms or the full moon from the bedroom.

Whaletown Lagoon Floathouse

Our " floathouse" has everything a guest could want, privacy and a beautiful waterfront location on the Whaletown Lagoon. There is a shared family dock for launching your kayaks, swimming, or just relaxing and watching the changing of the tides. Its vintage ambience combines much of its original historical nature and water travels with modern updates. A former bunk house for hand logging camps and part of our floating household, its traveling days are now over.

Elderwood Yurt—Your Forest Sanctuary

Elderwood Yurt is studded like a gem in the heart of the rainforest—an oasis of tranquility at the edge of a frantic world. Here you will escape the bustle of town in wholesome countryside, yet remain close to all that you may desire. Only seven minutes from the base of Mt. Washington, you can enjoy the mild climate and the winter green of the rainforest while staying nearly as close as possible to your next ski adventure.

We Cabin

The We Cabin is a peaceful and cozy hideaway; nestled in nature, yet conveniently located to all the Comox Valley has to offer. Five minutes away from YQQ, Little River Ferry Terminal, beautiful beaches, trails, downtown Comox, brew pubs and wineries - and less than 30 minutes to Mount Washington. It's small, but has huge heart. We welcome you to our sweet property.