Steps to the Sea Guest House on Salt Spring Island, BC

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STEPS TO THE SEA GUEST HOUSE

Welcome to the best of both worlds. A contemporary post and beam vacation rental cottage tucked into acres of forest with access to the Salish Sea at Southey Bay in the Pacific Northwest. We are located in a lovely area of Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada, at the North End of the island.

Bedroom 2 - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Covered Deck - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Deer live on the Property - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Main Room with Cable TV & Fireplace - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
BBQ & Outdoor Dining - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Patio Doors Open to Deck - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Private Forest Deck - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Main Room & Fireplace - Steps to the Sea Guest House
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Welcome to Salt Spring Island, BC

Described by the New York Times as "One of the prettiest towns in North America," Salt Spring Island is a popular Southern Gulf Island of British Columbia, in the beautifully natural Pacific Northwest region. Experience outdoor activities such as whale watching, kayaking, and hiking, to fresh dining, entertainment, local artisans, boutique shopping, spas and wellness retreats – there is something for everyone.

COTTAGE AMENITIES

Unwind amongst the tranquil nature of Salt Spring Island, BC.

1-2 Couples

Two private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.

2 Queen Beds

Two queen-sized beds with down duvets and luxury linens.

Wifi & Cable

High speed wireless internet,  cable TV, and Netflix app (your login).

Equipped Kitchen

Fully equipped, self-catered kitchen with all appliances.

Cozy Fireplace

Living room area with propane fireplace, plus a games drawer.

Covered Deck

800 square feet of covered deck beckons outdoor living.

Forest Surroundings

Nestled in the forest with a path to stone stairs “steps to the sea.”

Hiking Trails

Numerous forest trails on the island nearby.

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NATURAL BEAUTY

Surrounded by birch, elm, and arbutus trees, the cottage is a tranquil retreat in the heart of nature. Let go of life's stresses amongst the forest, and explore the island's activities, entertainment, and culture.

DEFINITION OF COZY

Snuggle up in your cozy bed and wake up refreshed with the serene wooded view just outside your window. Enjoy a steaming cup of coffee or tea in the morning by the TV and propane fireplace.

FARMERS MARKETS

With so many local artists and farms on Salt Spring, the unique Saturday Market has locally-made products such as goat cheeses, organic produce, local artisan crafts, and probiotic fruit vinegars – to name a few!

TASTINGS & TOURS

Picturesque memories await the wine, beer, cider, and spirits enthusiast. Go for a truly unique tasting and tour at a local winery, brewery, cidery, or distillery, and taste the local flavours that Salt Spring has to offer.

A superb guest house in a lovely setting, on an amazing island! It is nestled in a lovely wooded area. There is so much to do on Salt Spring – you could easily stay here for a week! We highly recommend it.
Testimonial by Deb from Vancouver, BC
Deb
Vancouver, BC
This place is fabulous! Gorgeous, small cottage. Very large patio, which has seating and a BBQ. Lovely walk down to the bay and around property. Hear frogs and see deer! Only a 15 minute drive to Ganges.
Testimonial by Tina from New Westminster, BC.
Tina P.
New Westminster, BC

A SERENE GETAWAY

See the cabin's numerous features in the gallery below.

Main Room with Cable TV & Fireplace - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Living Room
Main Room with High Speed Wifi, Cable TV & propane Fireplace.
Bedroom 1 - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Bedroom One
Queen-sized bed with luxury linens and wooded views.
Bedroom 2 - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Bedroom Two
Queen-sized bed with luxury linens and forested property views.
Fully Equipped Kitchen - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Self-Catered Kitchen
Fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer & dryer.
Two Ensuite Bathrooms - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Two Ensuite Bathrooms
Private ensuite bathrooms with sink and toilet.
Two Ensuite Showers - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Two Ensuite Showers
Private ensuite showers with shampoo, conditioner, and soap dispenser.
Two Ensuite Showers - Steps to the Sea Guest House, Salt Spring Island
Two Ensuite Showers
Private ensuite showers with shampoo, conditioner, and soap dispenser.
Deck Patio Doors - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Deck Patio Doors
Doors open wide to extend the living room to the covered deck.
Outdoor Dining - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Outdoor Dining
Feast outdoors in nature beside the barbeque.
Large Covered Deck - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Large Covered Deck
Large covered deck expands the indoor 800 sqft space.
Patio BBQ Dining - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Patio BBQ Dining
Feast outdoors in nature beside the barbecue and forest.
Private Forest Backyard - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Private Forest Backyard
Private 1 acre forest behind the cottage with post & beam design.
Main Room & Kitchen - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Main Room & Kitchen
The cabin’s main room, kitchen and bedrooms.
Covered Deck - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Covered Deck
Large covered patio with tables, chairs, and BBQ.
Ample Parking - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Ample Parking
Enough parking space for 4 cars on gravel driveway.
Guiding Sign - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Guiding Sign
Driveway sign at the fork directs you to the cottage.
Lounge Chairs - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Lounge Chairs
Watch the calm waters of Southey Bay, or supervise swimmers.
Path to Bay - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Path to Bay
Sandstone steps to the sea, down the 30 second path from the cottage.
Steps to the Sea Staircase - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Steps to the Sea Staircase
Sandstone steps to the sea, down the path lead to Southey Bay.
Southey Bay - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Southey Bay
A kayak launching point if you bring your own, or a summer swimming spot.
Arbutus Beach - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Arbutus Beach
A 15 minute walk to this popular spot to watch the sunset at the end of Arbutus Road.
Panoramic Views from Arbutus Beach - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Arbutus Beach Views
Views of Gulf Islands & Vancouver Island just 15 min walk from cottage.
Driveway Path - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Driveway Path
Wooded driveway entrance leads to the cottage on the far right.
Deer Neighbours - Steps to the Sea Guest House
Deer Neighbours
Quiet guests can often see the deer family that live on the property.
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