Angela and Frank's Garden Suite was perfect! It was exactly as described...but perhaps better. I arrived after a conference and was looking for a quite, peaceful place to write and relax. I was looking for privacy but also for inspiration. This place was perfect. From the moment I entered the peaceful and well-attended garden I knew I was in the right place. The unit had everything I needed for a week and more. The bed was super comfortable!
Maybe the best part though was the location. It's a 10 to 15 minute walk to Esquimalt Lagoon and it's beautiful beach - definitely worth the walk - but there are plenty of other ways to access the ocean that are less than 5 mins walk away. The property also backs onto a bird sanctuary and is a 2 min walk from the stunning grounds of Royal Roads University, where walking / running trails wind through beautiful stands of red and white cedar. The Coastal Collective Art Gallery is also a 2 min walk away with beautiful ocean views and a unique collection of art works by local artists. I dare you not to buy something!
This property is ideal if you have a car but I managed just fine without one. The bus stop is 10 mins away and a local bus took me right into Colwood for groceries, coffee, restaurants, etc. From there I could go into Victoria if I wanted or to bustling Langford, etc.
All in all, this was an excellent choice for me and I would definitely stay there again. Thanks Angela and Frank!
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We stayed at the Serene Suite for 3 nights and loved every minute. The suite is highly equipped, everything was well thought of to the very last detail. It is extremely convenient, welcoming, and spotless clean! The location is great and our kids loved the Hot Tub.
Angela provided us with excellent recommendations and made sure we were comfortable and well oriented.
And to top it all the surprising gestures really warmed our heart.
We highly recommend the Serene Suite and will surely come back
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We loved the vacation rental in Colwood. It was only 20 minutes or so from the marina in Victoria and we were able to visit the Hatley Castle, the oldest pub in BC (6 Mile Pub) and take a nature walk seeing deer and rabbits. We spent our days on a sailboat, walking along the waterfront, eating oysters and visiting the butterfly and Butchart gardens. We enjoyed the hot tub and played cribbage at night. Great 15th Anniversary.
If you are looking to spend a relaxing holiday or getaway this is the suite for you! The suite is beautifully decorated with all the comforts of home and the gardens are filled with a splendid array of flowers, interesting art works and many different spots to just sit and enjoy the world around you or dream. The hosts have thought of everything to make your stay fantastic in every way.
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