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Magical Waterview Salt Spring Gulf Island 2-BR cabin, ideal writing retreat

Capital, British Columbia, Canada
Rates from CAD $1900 | Monthly

House | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From November 1, 2026 until April 30, 2027
Additional Dates:
From September 1, 2027 until April 30, 2028

Description

Bright, private furnished 1100 sq. ft cabin on cul-de-sac on quiet north-end of Salt Spring Island. Well-equipped kitchen with microwave/airfryer, toaster, stove, fridge, kettle, washer/ dryer. Study and main-floor queen bedroom with spectacular northeast views of Trincomali Straight, Galiano Island, and the Cascade Mountains, as pictured here; double-height living room with foldout single sofabed; loft bedroom accessible by ladder has Queen bed and desk (not pictured); bathroom with shower. 5 forested acres, herb garden, orchard (in season, apples, cherries, plums, figs, grapes, berries), compost and clothesline. Watch deer and birds from your sunny deck loveseat. On quiet road leading to a trailhead, close to farm stands, beaches, and ferries to Vancouver Island and Vancouver/Tsawwassen. Rent includes water, high-speed internet. Ideal writing retreat.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
1

Offices
1

Size
1,100 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From November 1, 2026 until April 30, 2027

Additional Dates

From September 1, 2027 until April 30, 2028

Minimum Stay

28 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Flexible about stay length and price for ideal tenant, etc.

Location

House in Capital, British Columbia, Canada

Closest University

U Victoria

Nearby Universities
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Island University | UBC | ECUAD | Douglas College | Kwantlen University
Neighborhood

Sunset Northend

Nearby Cities

Victoria | Vancouver

Comments: Quiet, wooded, private, trails, views, beaches, farmstands, cul de sac

Explore the Area

Surroundings

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

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from CAD $1900 Monthly | Negotiable

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

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

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: We are on a cul-de-sac and not near transit, but within walking distance are several farm stands and bakeries.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Perfect for writing retreat. BBQ, patio set + 2-seater and bench on porch. Farm stands selling eggs, bread, lamb, and veggies and fruit are within walking distance. Car optimal but grocery delivery is available for a fee.

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