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Safety, comfort, location. A gem surrounded by amenities.

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Spa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 374 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Victoria, BC
  • Royal Jubilee Hospital
    14 min walk
  • Craigdarroch Castle
    4 min drive
  • Cadboro Bay
    4 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    12 min drive

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Room

One bedroom suite near Hillside Mall

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Microwave
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (41)
The price is €118
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
One bedroom suite near Hillside Mall

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Safety, comfort, location. A gem surrounded by amenities.

We have a cozy fully furnished and equipped suite in the lower level of our home for rent in a safe, desirable neighborhood of Oak Bay. Convenient to public transportation and walkable to all amenities. We are also within walking distance or a short car ride to Royal Jubilee Hospital, Hospice, and the Cancer Clinic.

Walk to Willows Beach, or the Oak Bay Marina, or sit in the fenced backyard and read or relax. Table with umbrella and chairs in the yard. Venture out for a 40-minute walk or 10-minute bus ride to Downtown's Inner Harbor. Oak Bay also has its own town center with delightful shops and amenities all a short stroll away.
You may bring a small pet under some specific guidelines. Pets must not be on any of the furniture including the beds. The suite is designed for two guests in one bed, if you are 3 and require the use of the second bed there is extra fee of 30.00 per night. Three people is the maximum.
Walking distance to the grocery store, coffee shop, Oak Bay recreation center, and restaurants. Golf courses and tennis courses are also nearby.
Kitchen, laundry, parking, a queen bed, and a twin bed. Safe, clean, comfortable, and convenient.
In two spots the ducting drops the ceiling to just under 6 feet, a very tall person would need to duck slightly at those spots. No one has found this an issue.
Great location.
Enjoy your stay.
This apartment's walkable location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Royal Jubilee Hospital. You'll find features such as a gym, a water park and 1 hot tub. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from Victoria Harbour and 8 minutes from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
Safety, comfort, location. A gem surrounded by amenities. offers its guests a water park, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. The family-friendly Safety, comfort, location. A gem surrounded by amenities. also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Victoria apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Melinda Budgell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Tell us about your pet. Must clean up after pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Max # 2. Children must not be left alone.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Oak Bay the Rose of the Garden City
Oak Bay Gem Surrounded by Amenities

Safety, comfort, location. A gem surrounded by amenities. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet fully equipped property. Nice extra touches. I felt safe. I was visiting my elderly mother in a nursing facility so I didn’t spend much time exploring the neighbourhood. Melinda was very respectful of my privacy and made sure I was comfortable. I would definitely book this VRBO again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oak Bay vacation
We enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were very accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Denyse L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable, clean and nice backyard
Very comfortable beds, very nice hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ottie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful holiday experience
We enjoyed the house and patio and so did our guests. Excellent location and well equipped kitchen. We could walk to Pure Vanilla and local restaurants. For seniors without a car, Oak Bay is a great location. Our hosts were respectful, kind and quick to reply to queries. Highly recommended!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Barb P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
Very comfortable suite. Everything we needed. Nice location, a short walk to the beautiful Oak Bay and easy drive to other amenities. And hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and comfortable
We stayed for a week and found this lovely basement suite very comfortable. Lots of thoughtful touches and a very well-equipped kitchen. The location was perfect for us as my father is in a senior’s residence close by. We didn’t have time to take advantage of the backyard but it was lovely. The only drawback was that the keypad didn’t work when my husband arrived late at night but the owners came to his rescue (at 4:30 am!). Very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andree S., St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Great for us as we were visiting family in Oak Bay. Good walking area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cozy home away from home while spending time with a family member at Royal Jubilee. Walking distance to beaches & amenities and the hospital. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
R & V
Quiet, good location. Very comfortable accommodation. Everything we needed was supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oak Bay Gem
Great location. Everything you need is supplied. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
OakBay Tranquility
Fantastic property. Great yard. Close to the beach, restaurants, grocery and services. The host family were helpful and lovely. My son and I enjoyed our visit. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, a true gem
If you’re looking for a good spot to enjoy the Oak Bay neighborhood and see how the locals live, this is the property to book. Lots of good food nearby, including a fish-and-chips place blocks from the beach; great walking; friendly folk, etc. Melinda and Joe are the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Very convenient for visiting family in Oak Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable suite. Melinda and Joe are amazing and accommodating hosts.
This unit is very clean and well maintained. Full size washer and dryer a bonus. Yard and surrounding are kept immaculate. Loads of 'extras' in the unit - cold beverages in the fridge on arrival and snacks. Great off street parking and short drive to services (Save On Foods and personal services). They provide recycling and compost bins in the unit which we appreciate as it aligns with our lifestyle. We were in Victoria for medical reasons and our hosts were compassionate and accommodating - felt like family. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice time at a nice little place
We loved the place - very charming little suite (careful for the low ceiling in places!). Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
In the location we wanted. Easy access, space, privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and cozy
We really enjoyed our stay. It was perfect for our needs. Walking distance to lovely shops and cafes. Quiet area. We had everything we needed and felt it was our home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place!
We stayed at Melinda's for 5 nights and loved it. It's clean, well stocked and quiet. The location was perfect. Beach, coffee shops, shopping all close by and only 15 minutes to Victoria. We would definitely stay again when in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou G., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Everything you need to stay for a couple. Great location, proximation to Willows Beach perfect, Oak Bay Ave. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Oak Bay
Came to Victoria to see the university. Oak Bay gem was very comfortable, convenient, and clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gilbert F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oak Nay Gem
A very comfortable stay in a lovely neighbourhood
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
An Oak Bay gem, spotlessly clean, fantastic location, short walk beach and public transport to Victoria. Great communication with manager, all round great vacation experience
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Suite and Hosts in Oak Bay
We loved our time staying in Melinda’s suite in Oak Bay. The location is great in a quiet neighborhood with a 5 minute walk to local shops and parks. It’s also right next to the bus stop for a quick drive to downtown Victoria. 10 minutes walk and your on the beach. The suite itself was very clean with a lot of thoughtful touches such as toys left out for our daughter, snacks for everyone and chilled beers for us adults after a long days travelling. The laundry facilities were greatly appreciated and a well stocked kitchen meant we could cook some meals when not eating out. I would recommend Melinda’s place for anyone looking to stay in Oak Bay/Victoria.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023