When you stay at this vacation home in Mill Bay, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Merridale Estate Cidery and Brentwood College School. .This vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Shawnigan Lake Museum and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Old Mill Park.
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 59 min drive - 68.1 km
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
Westcoast Fish n Chips - 4 min drive
Cobblestone Inn - 6 min drive
Black Swan Inn - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres
The modern Carriage House sleeps four comfortably. There is a queen Bed in the master and two singles in the second bedroom. A full stainless steal kitchen is ready for Gourmet meals with fresh BC fruit and vegetables bought from the farmers markets or sea food bought directly from the fisherman's boat. A wood burning stove in the living space is wonderful to cozy up to in the evenings and enjoy a glass of wine or a good book. A covered balcony over looking the beautiful property is the perfect place for your morning coffee and evening cocktail . Sitting on the deck down at the pond you may see an abundance of wildlife. Deer, fish, blue heron, bald eagles, mink, and numerous feather friends have been spotted many times. Certain times of the year the pond is nice to swim in . If you are up for a challenging hike, the property backs onto a lush undisturbed forested area with a beautiful creek. You may be able to make the short hike up the stream to the small water fall, but you are going to get wet.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Tara & Jamie
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Please smoke outside of the unit only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 830 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Modern Carriage House 5 Wooded Acres Mill Bay
Modern Carriage 5 Wooded Acres Mill Bay
Modern Carriage 5 Wooded Acres
Morn Carriage 5 Wood Acres Mi
Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres Mill Bay
Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres Private vacation home
Modern Carriage House on 5 Wooded Acres Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 59 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rachel R.
6 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
Absolutely loved our stay at Cedar Hollows. Felt right at home from the moment we arrived. We were travelling with our toddler (3) and baby (8months), and it was perfect for us! Tara was ways quick to respond and a fantastic host. The property is beautiful and our toddler loved watching the goats and having a wander around the pond every day. Kitchen was incredibly well equipped with everything we needed and super cozy beds. 100% recommend!!
Rachel R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
George K.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Early August Stay
We had a lovely visit. Good value here - will be back if it remains that way.
This is a beautiful place, peaceful & serene
Tara (owner) is just Lovely
I will definitely be back 💜
Janice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adam
28 Jul 2023
Adam
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pierre Q., Ottawa, Canada
17 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and clean
This location was central to all the sites we were interested in. Lots of deer nosing about. Property was clean and nicely appointed. Owners were very approachable and always helpful. The layout was spacious. Plus, BC folks are very friendly!
Pierre Q.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin L.
27 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm & Cozy
One of our favorite places to stay! We will definitely be back
Robin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adrian C.
12 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
great place to stay
Very private and well stocked with everything you need, great location, wonderful hosts. The property is quite large and very well maintained, the hosts accommodated EV charging at no extra costs. The property is in a farm setting yet the air is very clean with no bugs at all or extra noises. Thank you for the hospitality, will come back.
Adrian C.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wendy R., OKOTOKS
23 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
family visit
Cedar Hollow was lovely. Cabin like with charming decorations and bedding. Close to family, shopping, vineyards and nature.
Wendy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Valerie P.
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodation in a stunning setting and location
We absolutely loved the apartment-beautifully decorated and warm and comfortable. The setting is beautiful-complete with a lovely pond. We woke up one morning to deer just outside the window! Tara is wonderful!
We would come back in a heartbeat.
Valerie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robin L.
15 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Cozy
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property! Tara & Jamie were great hosts and we would definitely stay with them again 😊
Robin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Louis B., St Thomas Ontario Canada
2 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
A true oasis. Great property and great hosts.
Inside, the flat is modern, very comfortable and well appointed. Outside is a serene environment, perfect for strolls by the pond or to visit with the goats. The balcony, overlooking the garden and forest, is a perfect place to relax.
Louis B.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dianne U., LYNNWOOD WA USA
12 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place!
This place was excellent! The lodging was comfortable and felt like home away from home. The location is great as it’s out of the city but close enough to most locations on mid and South Island. The owners were great and the property is lovely. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Dianne U.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
chris s.
1 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Easy to find - quiet rural property.
rope swing, tree fort, and goats&horse the highlights for our 12&9yo.
New & spacious & comfortable accommodations.
chris s.
10/10 Excellent
Regine L.
2 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect starting point for daily tours in Cowichan area
Everything perfect: Friendly and helpful hosts, living on the same ground, many cute animals horse, sheep, goats and even wild- living deer with fawns strolling cross the lawn!
Very nice and clean little house, perfect for two to four. Kitchen fully equipped, modern and complete!
Nice comfortable beds and in the evening qiuet surrounding.
Regine L.
10/10 Excellent
Roger N.
27 Jun 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
The carriage house was clean and spacious with all the amenities you could want. Lovely peaceful location with friendly hosts and life. Did want to leave.
Rog and Sue. England
Roger N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
john d.
27 Jan 2019
Cozy, nice setting
Quiet, close to shopping and eminities.
john d.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
david d.
10 Dec 2018
cozy and clean
we enjoyed our stay at the carriage house. my brother looked forward in stoking up the wood stove for that nice warmth on a winters day.
david d.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer V., Smithers
30 Oct 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the carriage house!
Very comfortable accommodations and beautiful property! My daughters 7 and 8 had so much fun on the trampoline, the rope swing and petting the animals. Thanks Tara and Jamie for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Jennifer V.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laura T.
29 Sept 2018
A perfect place for a relaxing vacation.
We found Cedar Hollow to be very charming and comfortable with everything we needed. The property was lovely and made for a very relaxed holiday. It was easy to find our way around and would love to visit again. We also want to thank Jamie for his recommendation on whale watching. We went to Ocean Ecoventure In Cowichan Bay and had a wonderful experience with a captain that was very knowledgeable who made it fun and educational.
Laura T.
10/10 Excellent
Desiree K., Vancouver, WA
8 Aug 2018
Perfect escape from the city.
My family and I stayed in the Carriage house while attending a weeks worth of family wedding events in Saanich and Victoria. Although we were about 30-40 minutes away from our events, it was well worth the drive. The cottage was a perfect getaway from the busyness of Victoria and gave us something to look forward to at the end of our busy, wedding event filled days. The views were outstanding including thick woods, flowers, deer, horses and goats. The owners of the home did not engage with us unless we sought them out which made the rental feel even more private. The house was cool despite the hot summer climate and the deck was, by far, my favorite place to be; in the morning with my coffee and in the evening with my glass of wine. We will certainly consider this location again when we return to Canada.
Desiree K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
Jesse T.
26 Jul 2018
Cosy carriage house on a lovely property
Our family really enjoyed staying at the carriage house. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen fully functioned for breakfast and dinners. It was nice to be able to wash our laundry before we left. Beautiful property. We saw deer in the yard every day we were there. And would enjoy a nightly coffee on the balcony. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Only downfall for us was the TV has very little channels. Which wasn't bad for us, but for our young daughter when we were cooking supper it would have been nice. Overall a nice property and Tara and Jaimie were great to deal with.
Jesse T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
23 Jul 2018
Fantastic!
My family of 4 (2 kids 11 & 9 yrs old) & I had a wonderful stay. The carriage house was comfortable, well equipped & impeccably clean. Tara & Jamie were friendly and helpful. They made us feel welcome. My boys enjoyed checking out the goats & horses & the freedom to check out this beautiful rural property. We enjoyed visiting a few of the local wineries & lakes. We would highly recommend staying at this property & to anyone who asked.
Laura H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
shane s.
10 Jul 2018
The property is clean and new. It had everything we needed.
We ended up staying an additional night because it was so nice there, and there is so much to do in the area. We could have stayed two weeks and still not experienced all that is available. Hopefully we can stay again soon.
shane s.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Louis B., St Thomas Ontario Canada
2 Jul 2018
Perfect location; perfect hosts
This is such a beautiful property and our hosts, Tara and Jamie, couldn't have been more welcoming. The carriage house had everything we could ask for and the surrounding property was perfect for a relaxing stay. We even had a very friendly encounter with the goats and horses. We will definitely return to the island and we would time our visit based on the availability of Cedar Hollow.
Louis B.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn E.
25 May 2018
Kind hosts and beautiful space!
We had a great weekend at the Carriage house. The space is very nice and newly renovated. Tara and Jamie went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Hope to be back soon!