Waterfront holiday rentals in Orcas Island

We had a great stay! The home was as described and the view was great. The two bald eagles in the area were very fun to watch. We enjoyed being able to walk everywhere during our stay.

Roomy, comfy and clean; good bed. Though I didn’t use the kitchen much, it appeared well equipped. Easy drive to downtown Victoria and a 15-20 minute walk to Esquimalt shopping and coffee places. The neighbourhood is residential, pretty, and very quiet - provided a peaceful respite after busy days. The ocean-side park at the bottom of the street is a nice bonus.

The whole stay from beginning to end was perfect. The pristine accomadations, beautiful private.quiet setting made a great getaway. Gary and Ginny had easy to follow instructions and responded quickly responded to all questions.

This was such a beautiful stay! the views are truly magical here. very peaceful area, with lots of deer and wildlife to see. the house was perfect as well, you could tell a lot of time and effort was put into curating this space. would definitely stay here again! thank you so much!

This place was fantastic. It was so hard to leave, even after three nights. The lodging decor is cozy, very comfortable with lots of nice seating options and has all that you need. Enjoyed making meals in the ample kitchen (oil & a few seasonings) and watching the wind and water through the wall-to-wall windows. For those with mobility concerns, there are five gradual gravel steps down to your entry door (it's on the lowest floor of an occupied 3-story home) and a short gradual gravel slope down the driveway and along side of house to get down to the very private lower section of the property. Your lower water-view yard is very private with a picnic table for a peaceful outdoor lunch with a view. Loved Betsy's tea and coffee options, the banana muffins and homemade bread were delightful. Quiet lodging with minimal walking sounds from above. Open communication was prompt and check-in/out was easy. I can't wait to return with my sweetie. This was an AirBnB favorite, for sure.

I had a peaceful night sleep The weather was not good during my stay too much rain But the cozy little studio apartment was fine .

Great location! Very cute and suited our needs. The fenced in yard was great for our dogs too!

A wonderful stay in an absolutely stunning location! The photos and description are perfectly accurate, and the place is wonderful to spread out relax or use as a homebase while visiting Sidney. Both bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and stocked full of amenities, and the kitchen is very functional with a great open room and beautiful balcony overlooking the water. Victoria is about a 25 minutes drive away (depending on traffic) but the suite is close to many amenities including stores, restaurants, the Victoria Airport and the ferries to Vancouver. Highly recommend and would stay here again.

One of my favorite places on earth!! We’ve been to Gudrun’s twice now and it’s just lovely 😊 couldn’t recommend her place enough!

We stayed here with a group of friends to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday (5 of us in total), and it was perfect. The place was exactly as advertised: clean, spacious, and well-equipped. Sim was friendly, responsive, and super helpful throughout our stay. The home had everything we were looking for: a large kitchen, an open-concept dining and living area, and stunning ocean views from every bedroom. We especially enjoyed the BBQ and fire pit, and with the ocean just steps away, we ended up going for a dip every day. Everything went smoothly and we had an amazing time. Highly recommend!

This home was clean and very peaceful. Nick was excellent with instructions and fast to respond to any communications. We enjoyed the water view and the tranquil location. Sunsets were fantastic and the close parks were great to explore with our dog. A few things we didn't expect, we expected that since dogs were allowed that our dog would be right at home. We didn't think through the difficulty our dog would have with the spiral staircase. He likes to be able to check on all of us, so if someone was downstairs we had to walk him around the house and in through the downstairs door. The beach was not accessible to our dog. The pilons that acted as stairs to the beach were unsafe for our dog to traverse, so he never got to the beach from the house. Neither of these things were a big deal to us, but it's worth noting if you plan on bringing your pup.

This house measured up to all our expectations! Perfect for two couples who want some separation with a king size bed in one of the downstairs bedrooms. The view was soul soothing. Eagles, deer…even a couple of otters. And then there is Mt Baker in the distance. Can’t be beat. Clean, comfortable. Highly recommend!

Came here for an Easter getaway. Love everything about this home and would most certainly stay again given the opportunity. Thank you again for sharing!

The house had great accommodations and it being right on the water was absolutely perfect. It was so peaceful and serene, wish we could have stayed longer.

Echo everyone else’s reviews and then some! Stacey’s place is a gem. The setting is stunning, so private. The house is cozy and tastefully decorated with lots of interesting artwork and books. It’s a real home that clearly has been well loved. We were a little concerned about the trains as we’ve camped at Larrabee State Park before. We didn’t really notice them during the day and at night for those sleeping in the downstairs bedrooms. We put the heavy sleepers in the first floor bedrooms! The house, setting, and the reasonable price compensated for any disturbance. We’ll definitely be back with kayaks, Dot Island was calling! Thank you so much Stacey and family for sharing such an incredible place.

Annika’s home was beautiful - a true sanctuary. The access to the beach at low tide was a blast for our kids and we were treated to beautiful sunsets every night and even had an eagle perch on a branch outside to have its dinner. The house was spacious, clean and comfortable with lots of games and toys for the kids. Our kids are already asking when we can return.

A wonderful option right in the heart of town. Couldn’t be easier to find. Unit looks newly renovated and is spotless. We found parking easily within a block or two, if not right out front.

We had a fantastic four days in Birch Bay - such a beautiful spot, some nice local restaurants within walking distance and the perfect size for our family of four. My boys loved the pool (we always seemed to be the only ones there!) and the grounds were nice and quiet. Very helpful and responsive hosts too!

Birch Bay is great, there home is excellent.

Kelli's place and hosting exceeded expectations. She was communicative, friendly, got clear instructions and quick responses to us, and checked in during our week stay to make sure we had what we needed. The place was super clean, warm, with several places to cozy up with our grandkids who came over for a visit; parking, entry, getting settled was easy. We could stare at the bay from the living room or the covered patio; going for beach walks was as easy as crossing the street. The comfortable bed and spacious closet suited us perfectly for our 7 night stay. It had all the kitchen accessories we needed for the week. An example of Kelli's superhosting: when we arrived, we noticed one lightbulb out in the bathroom, hardly an issue. I messaged her so she could fix it (even if she did so after we left, again, it was not a bother) - within an hour the bulb was replaced. We have stayed several places when visiting our kids in Blaine and none of them suited us as well as Kelli's place.

My wife and I had a phenomenal stay at this Airbnb. Nestled in the city's heart, it provided a stunning view of the iconic Empress Hotel. The apartment was comfortably furnished, feeling like a second home. The outdoor patio was a unique highlight. Surrounded by trees, it served as a peaceful oasis amid the urban bustle. The pool and hot tub access added a layer of luxury, perfect for relaxation after city exploration. Our hosts were attentive, ensuring our comfort at every step. This Airbnb is a splendid choice for couples seeking a luxurious city stay. Eagerly awaiting our return visit!

Nice place. Great location Closet was small and furnishings were a bit out of scale and dated. Pillows were mis matched. Kitchen was clunky with no oven just a toaster oven. Noise from the garage door and cars coming and going was irritating. Kit drawer did not work, and drawer front was separated. Threshold to bath was splintered. Overall just needed some careful maintenance.

We really enjoyed our stay! Loved that from one balcony we had a river view and the other a view of the bay. The home was comfortable and cozy for our family. Beds had nice, soft (and clean!) sheets, comfortable mattresses as well. Short walk to beach access and coffee shop which was a plus as well.

It was great staying with Marlyn and Timm. I'll definitely be back to enjoy their beautiful location again! They were very hospitable hosts and made me feel right at home. Thank you!