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One bedroom and one living room suite
About this space 10 mins drive to downtown & 15 mins to BC Ferries Terminals: Departure Bay & Duke Point. 5 mins to VIU 1. Free coffee 2. 10 min drive to Quality Foods or value village, Nanaimo and other amenities 3. Reliable hi-speed internet & New 50" inch smart tv. 4. Gives you the home-away-from home vibe. 5 minutes walk to bus route to VI & downtown and outside sensor cameras 5. A family with two kids lives above the unit and a unit beside it. The quiet time is 11pm to 7am. Pls No smoking

Beautiful Oceanview home in North Nanaimo
Welcome to your home away from home in beautiful Nanaimo. This 5 bedroom home is centrally located with beautiful oceanviews that can be seen from the front deck, kitchen, family and living room. With large windows giving beautiful views of the ocean and coastal mountains, there is plenty of natural light in all areas of the home. This vacation home is perfect for families, small retreats with 4 adults and as many children under 19 that the house can accommodate. No parties. Familyvacationsonly

The Chalet - Your home away from home
The Chalet is a private, pet-friendly retreat on 3 peaceful acres, ideally located between Nanaimo and Parksville. Just minutes from some of the Vancouver Island's most beautiful beaches, trails, and attractions, it’s the perfect base for your island adventure. Families will love the spacious outdoor area with room to play and explore, while adults can relax on the cozy private patio, roast marshmallows by the fire, and enjoy peaceful evenings under the stars. It truly is a Home Away from Home

The Boys' Place.
The space is a newly renovated, tastefully decorated, one bedroom basement area, in a 1927 character home. Complete with all modern appliances, as well as some antiques added to enhance its charm. The ceiling is 6 '4" ( 1.93M) so if you play basketball this may not be a good match for you. Very centrally located on a quiet street, 2 blocks from the seawall and marina, walking distance to DT shopping, restaurants, pubs, Art Gallery, Port Theater, etc. 1 block to bus stop, 2 min. drive to ferry.

Luxe Passive Garden Suite | Serene & Sustainable
Experience modern, sustainable living at Azehna Acres, our serene Net Zero hobby farm. Nestled on a tranquil 3-acre property just outside of Nanaimo, our home offers a peaceful escape just minutes from town. Modern Sustainability at its finest: - Passive home certified (our home uses 90% less energy than a typical home!) - Solar powered and 100% rainwater fed - Clean living: Fresh air circulated every 20 min in suite - Serene environment with bird sounds as a backdrop - Premium furnishings

Mountain Suite | Ocean View Fire Pit | Full Kitch
A mountain suite perched above the city and overlooking the Salish Sea. You’ll enjoy the morning sun as it rises over the ocean and city lights as you unwind at night. ★“The pictures do not do justice for how amazing the place & view is!” -Kylene ☞ 646ft² mountain suite w/ 10’ ceilings ☞ Nespresso, French Press & drip coffee ☞ Blackout blinds in bedroom ☞ Ocean view patio w/ fire pit ☞ In-suite washer + dryer ☞ Fully equipped kitchen ☞ Heated Bathroom flr ☞ 250 Mbps wifi ☞ 55” Smart TV

Lake View Home & Chef Kitchen
Private at this peaceful and centrally located upper floor home where you can relax on the deck and take in the beautiful lake views, walk or drive minutes to many amenities such as shopping and restaurants. Gourmet spacious updated kitchen with gas stove Airfryer & access to outdoor deck. Living room is bright and spacious with 65”Smart TV. Lake access is 2 min walk away or a beach acsess 15 mins walk. A Fantastic Location in the beautiful city of Nanaimo. *Back yard is fenced .

Harbour City Hideaway
Welcome to Harbour City Hideaway in Nanaimo! Located in a central location, our stylish and cozy Airbnb offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort for your stay. The Hideaway is situated within walking distance of numerous amenities, including restaurants, grocery and liquor stores, quick bites to eat, walking trails, and VIU. Being a 10-minute drive from ferries, 15-minute drive from the airport, and only 5 minutes into downtown makes this spot the perfect island stay.

Benson View Micro Studio - Private Door and Bath
A licensed clean cozy convenient micro studio + private bathroom and entrance - easy self check-in, free parking, full-sized bed (54" x 75", fits a solo or slim duo), near downtown, VIU, schools, hospital, sports arenas, ferries, 4 bus routes nearby, embraced by beautiful parks and trails, pretty mountain view. drive 5 mins or walk 20 mins to downtown/waterfront/VIU, drive 10 mins to Departure Bay. Tip: book multiple nights to save on cleaning, as it is charged once per booking.

Relm Cottage - quiet beach on a secluded bay
Permit issued from the Islands Trust for this listing for short term vacation rentals. Provincial registration number obtained and valid. Lovely three bedroom cottage on the ocean with private beach access. Sleeps 6 comfortably in 3 bedrooms. Fully fenced side yard, dogs negotiable. Lovely deck facing the ocean - enjoy your morning coffee and evening drink while watching otters, sea lions and whales! We can be reached by email or text message.

Excellent Value Eaglepoint Bnb (No cleaning fee)
Clean, comfortable, private one bedroom with private bathroom and private entrance with patio in a quiet, scenic neighborhood. Laundry facilities, new queen size bed, queen size pull out sofa, television with cable, Apple TV, Disney+, Netflix, and Prime. Fast,reliable wifi. Coffee, tea and some basic breakfast foods provided. Ten minute walk to beautiful beach. Close to shopping, restaurants and hiking trails. Pets welcome. Fully fenced yard.

Harbourview Carriage House
Private 1 bedroom carriage house with small view of the ocean (in the summer trees in the park block most of the view) and Chinese Garden. Steps away from harbourfront walkway to downtown. Has full kitchen, washer/dryer, TV (no cable, Netflix etc.), WiFi and electric fireplace. In the summer air conditioner available in the living room. Off street parking and private entrance. A laptop friendly workspace in the living room.
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