• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Located in the Nanoose Estuary, this inn is completely surrounded by wetlands and borders the Qualicom National Wildlife Area. Its architecture is inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. A cozy fireplace and a private patio with an outdoor soaker bath are part of every room at Inn the Estuary. They have large windows with views of the ocean, mountains and estuary. Guests can explore the surrounding area and enjoy Nanoose Federal Wildlife Reserve which borders the property. Morecroft Park and Fairwinds golf course are 5 km from the inn. Craig Heritage Park & Museum is 8 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Nanoose Bay
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  • Raymond
    Canada Canada
    the location and uniqueness was outstanding. Harold was a rock star and i liked speaking with him
  • Vincent
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    If you love nature then this is the place for you. Harold has done an amazing job in making the property fit right into the surrounding landscape and the wildlife that lives in it. The apartment was spacious and very comfortable. there was not...
  • Julia
    Austria Austria
    It is such a magical place, we really wish we would have stayed longer. The whole place and the wetlands around are the perfect hideout to relax! We hope to be back in the near future!
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Angela

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Angela
Welcome to a nature-lovers paradise, in central Vancouver Island in Nanoose Bay (13km north of Nanaimo). This vacation suite is surrounded by 100 acres of protected bird sanctuary/estuary lands. With numerous beaches, nature trails and local attractions you can keep as busy exploring as you'd like, although we suspect you'll choose to spend your time enjoying the properties amenities, peace and quiet and bird watching/star gazing from your private deck (and outdoor tub)!
I am an Interior Designer who recently moved from the hustle and bustle of Vancouver, to the pristine natural surrounds of Vancouver Island! Growing up, our family has always ran a bed & breakfast in our home, therefor, hosting and hospitality comes natural to us! We've welcomed guests from around the globe and have received an annual average customer ratings of 10/10 and 9.9/10 from (Website hidden by Airbnb) Both properties listed in our profile are private turn-key Vacation rental suites on our family's property in Naoonse Bay (central Vancouver Island). If you have any questions regarding the property or amenities, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Nanoose Bay is located in central (east coast) Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Parksville. In Nanoose you will find the most beautiful little beautiful, hikes, farms and walking trails. The area is rated as one of the top diving destinations in the world! If you're looking for a quiet, peaceful place to unwind, you'll find it here!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Inn the Estuary
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Alarm clock
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • Telephone
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Inn the Estuary takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa American Express Inn the Estuary accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Inn the Estuary in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Inn the Estuary

    • The prices at Inn the Estuary may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Inn the Estuary can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Inn the Estuary is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Inn the Estuary is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Inn the Estuary on this page.

    • Inn the Estuary is 350 yards from the centre of Nanoose Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Inn the Estuary on this page.

    • Inn the Estuary offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Inn the Estuary has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.