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elegant 3-bedroom Salt Spring Island, BC, home w oceanview

Capital, British Columbia, Canada
Preferred Destination: New York, New York, United States
Alternate Destination: Berlin, Berlin, Germany | Open to any destination

House | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From Now until May 1, 2027

Description

Your ideal writing retreat complete with reliable wifi, printer, monitor, and two offices with views of Cascade mountains. Beautifully furnished home with clean modern lines and wood floors; kitchen w modern appliances including espresso machine, grinder, standing mixer, DW, microwave, airfryer; Smart TV; high-end linens; wood stove + electric heat. Spaces include: Living room, dining room that seats up to 8 people, sun-room, 3 queen bedrooms (two w desks), ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, second bathroom with shower and W/D; one more study w desk, storage, and double garage. On five-acre property on quiet cul-de-sac with fruit orchard, herb garden, perennial beds and meadows with a brook, huge deck with multiple patio furniture groupings, BBQ, and hot tub, with great views, and hiking nearby. Note: not on a bus route; would need car or like to run through the Channel Ridge trails to the bus. 10 minutes from Vesuvius ferry, 20 from Long Harbour.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
2,600 ft2

Suited For
7

Property Type
House

Availability

From Now until May 1, 2027

Minimum Stay

1 Month | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Comments: Flexible on price for rentals longer than one month

Location

House in Capital, British Columbia, Canada

Closest University

University of Victoria

Nearby Universities
The University of British Columbia | Simon Fraser University
Neighborhood

North end

Nearby Cities

Victoria | Vancouver

Comments: stunning water view, wildlife, trails

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Countryside
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants

Exchange Terms

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: includes water, parking, wifi, furniture, linens

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

Comments: vegetable garden, fruit trees, grape arbour, hummingbirds and deer on property. Rancher has three steps up and has sunken living room so not wheelchair-accessible

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with plants or garden

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: 3-bedroom Rancher. Wood stove + electric heat, espresso machine & grinder; sun room; dining rm seats 8; wifi, monitor & printer; TV; 2nd bathroom, patio furniture, hot tub.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

New York, New York, United States

Alternate Destination

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Flexibility

Open to a home exchange in any destination

Comments: France, Montreal, Toronto

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
1


Bathrooms
1


Offices
1


Size
1,100 ft2

Pet

I would like to bring my pet if it is okay

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Allergies

Allergies are a concern

Comments: allergic to feathers/down

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