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Coles Bay Vacation Retreat

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and wooden flooring. - Coles Bay Vacation Retreat (Sidney)
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a piano, and a fireplace. - Coles Bay Vacation Retreat (Sidney)
A wooden staircase leading to a second floor, a wooden desk with a plant, and a painting of a landscape on the wall. - Coles Bay Vacation Retreat (Sidney)
A wooden interior with a dining area, framed artwork, and potted plants. - Coles Bay Vacation Retreat (Sidney)
A spacious living room with wooden floors, a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window. - Coles Bay Vacation Retreat (Sidney)
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Coles Bay Vacation Retreat. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and large windows.

Comfort Suite

  • Garden view
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Comfort Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sidney, Coles Bay Vacation Retreat is near the beach. Dominion Astrophysical Observatory and Ruckle Heritage Farm are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mill Bay Centre and Broadmead Village Shopping Centre. Butchart Gardens and Panorama Recreation Centre are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Sidney travel guide
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875 Ardmore Drive, Sidney, BC, V8L 5G2

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a forested valley.
    Butchart Gardens
    15 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.
    University of Victoria
    42 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Coles Bay Regional Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mary Winspear Centre
    9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Port Sidney Marina
    9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Maple Palace 2.0
    7 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    8 min drive
  • Spitfire Grill
    5 min drive
  • Charles Dickens Pub
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: CAD 30 per stay; may vary based on unit size

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number H798781682

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Coles Bay Vacation Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coles Bay Vacation Retreat?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Coles Bay Vacation Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Coles Bay Vacation Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is steps from Coles Bay Regional Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of John Dean Provincial Park and Patricia Bay Park. Panorama Recreation Centre is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Coles Bay Vacation Retreat Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 293 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Felt like family!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I’ve stayed at Cole’s bay twice now and found it just perfect for me. The owners are wonderful people that always make me feel welcomed. The breakfast is always great too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a beautiful BnB with friendly staff and the most delicious breakfast. They even ran me to the airport following my stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This Retreat is absolutely amazing. Such a beautiful home in a beautiful part of the world. The owners go out of their way to make your stay the best ever and will provide you with all the comforts. Make Coles Bay your only choice when visiting in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Warm and friendly hosts. The unit was spacious and well equipped. Breakfast was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room, great host. Breakfast was delicious. Room was clean and bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We received a very warm welcome. Room was great, bed super comfortable and they even baked us fresh muffins to take with us because we were leaving before breakfast. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was excellent, probably the best we have ever had the privilege to enjoy. The owners were detailed, thoughtful, and great communicators. The breakfast was delicious. An outstanding property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable bed, wonderful location, room beautifully decorated. Had a great sleep and a an a delicious breakfast. The warm greeting was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I wonderful BNB, very close to the airport very close to the hiking trail and beach park. Made us a special breakfast to go since we had an early morning flight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely wonderful in every way! The delightful hosts went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host, who made the best breakfast ever!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely space, very clean with excellent breakfast served in your room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was so very comfortable. All the amenities we needed were provided; a microwave, toaster, kettle, small fridge... and our host was so welcoming! The location is beautiful, quiet, and close to the Butchart Gardens. There's lovely dogs on the property if you want to meet them (which we of course did!); we are sorry that we only had one night in our schedule to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredibly friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely room and comfortable bed. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Oh it was lovely thank you so much to our hosts. Thoroughly recommend the walk down to the cove (walk down inverness road and follow path downhill) to see the seals. No problems and excellent value for money. I'd say, grab it if it's available for your dates.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A friendly and welcoming staff; a fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very hospitable and friendly. We would definitely visit this b and b again. The breakfast was a ten out of ten!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Howie & Karen were tremendous hosts and made my family and I feel extremely welcomed! They were even super cool with accomadating last minute changes to my booking. My two boys had a blast and they were surprised with an amazing breakfast the morning after! We enjoyed our time so much that we’re planning to re-book for next year around the same time! Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very hospitable owner. Went our of her way to make us feel comfortable. We had to leave early and would have had to miss the breakfast, but she made us up an excellent "meal in a bag" to take with us. Great place!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was close to the airport, friendly greeting by the host, explained everything to us in detail, the bed & sheets were very comfortable and the breakfast selection and quality was terrific- nice couple
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Karey is a very personable host and if you are a dog lover she has 3 well mannered standard poodles; Wally, Tigre and Molly. If you like, Karey will call them into your room one at a time to meet you. The bed was comfortable, you have your choice of 3 breakfast items and ours was delicious. Unfortunately we only stayed one night, however , we plan to return to explore the surrounding beaches and walks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was almost as fantastic as the hosts! Had such a brief but lovely stay here and would definitely come back. They make you feel right at home, the room is comfortable, clean, and has everything you'd need for an overnight trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and helpful proprietors. The room had everything we needed and more than was expected. Customized breakfast orders were taken and delivered to the room at the scheduled time. Breakfast food was generous, fresh and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent super friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025