Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock
About this house rental
Welcome to The Farmily, beautiful 3,000 square house surrounded by 40 acres set on the ocean in the Cowichan region just outside of Chemainus. Very private acreage for a family or friend gathering. Perfect for children of all ages with nature walks, fairy houses on the trails, lakes and golf courses outside your door. Kyaking from your own private ocean front around the small islands and exploring the coastal waters is a lovely way to see the westcoast landscape. 3 Kyaks and oars are all provided. You don't have to leave the property to have a wonderful vacation. The property is a unique mixture of agriculture, equestrian property, estuary and 800 year old trees leading down to the ocean. Horses and deer are companions. Expansive fields, walking trails through private forest, 1/4 mile running track and grass areas for family games such as bocce ball, badminton, croquet and soccer. We have lots of lawn games here to use. Various walking trails along the ocean bluff. 40 fruit trees can be enjoyed during the fruit picking seasons. In the summer time you can swim off the dock in waters heated by the tidal sands. Digging for clams and oysters is also a favourite pastime in season. Horses on the property are always there for a good nuzzle looking for a carrot or treat. This private and beautiful house is spacious and comfortable for large groups or families who enjoy nature. All four bedrooms have private ensuites and there is a lower level relaxation, yoga and play area. All yoga mats, props already provided. Wonderful for any self directed workshops, book clubs, quilting groups or yoga groups looking for a spacious area to set their workshops. The host can also organize scavenger hunts, nature walks, horse drawn carriage rides or yoga and meditation. Lovely big fields and walking trails along the ocean bluff to your private dock. We are within walking distance of a beautiful golf course, Chemainus has a preforming arts theatre with quaint shopping and dining experiences. Within a 25 mile radius are some of BC's most celebrated vineyards, with farm to table restaurants. Fishing, boating, swimming and scuba diving is all available along the coastal waters.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
££££
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(56 Reviews)
5.0
Absolutely perfect for small retreats - 10-20 participants.
5.0
The home and surroundings were very quiet and peaceful. The setting was great. Hostess very helpful. Lots of room and amenities.
5.0
The farm-style guesthouse was perfect for our needs, and we enjoyed wandering the extensive grounds. Nice country setting while conveniently close to town.
5.0
A wonderful house on a fabulous property- the family had an amazing time kayaking on the sound, feeding apples to the horses and exploring the woods. Very comfortable with everything you need. Heidi is lovely host and provided us with breakfast goodies and home grown plums, apples and vegetables. Also a great source of what’s available to do and see. The town of Chemainus has some good bakeries and cafes, cute little parks and some wonderful murals. Nice base town for exploring the south part of Vancouver Island. Looking forward to returning.
5.0
Fabulous stay in quiet pastoral setting! We will return.
5.0
Our stays have always been a wonderful mix of tranquil peace and reading in the shade of the porch, combined with energetic outings (swimming, canoeing, kayaking, pickleball, fishing, walks, biking, etc). One of our sons found it a great place to prepare for his next triathlon. Great to re-connect as a family in such a spacious place. Francie and Kaydee are regular "visitors" to the guest house grounds, and we discovered that Francie likes to have her tummy rubbed! Our host Heidi is great at communicating and always gives us a warm welcome. We are very much looking forward already to our next (4th!) stay.
5.0
We loved this place! The house was perfect for our family of 6 adults and 2 children. Each bedroom was equally comfortable--having a private bath for each bedroom was great! The kitchen was well-stocked with the basics and more.
The best part of it was Heidi, the property manager. She lives next door and responded to every message immediately. She was so thoughtful about what we might enjoy. She arranged for the kids to brush the horses and take a ride into town in a horse-drawn carriage, which was fun for the adults, too! Our 6-year-old girl was captivated by the fairy houses, so Heidi brought over a beautiful box of materials that we used to build a fairy house.
The property is beautiful. There is a big meadow and beautiful woods, and a lovely shoreline. The tide goes out a long way, so pay attention to tides if you want to go to the water.
4.0
The home was ideal for our family of 8 with everything you could wish for and more. Heidi was most helpful, accommodating the early arrival of some of us and bringing breakfast goodies. She let us know about tides and local events.
The walk to the dock took our family about 15 minutes through beautiful but steep forest, not ideal for older folks.
5.0
The host, Heidi, made our trip to the Island a wonderful time. The home was beautiful and inviting and worked perfectly for us. We cannot say enough good things about this stay.
5.0
We were warmly welcomed by Heidi shortly after we arrived. If we needed help with anything, we would have felt no hesitation to contact her, but everything was as close to perfect as can be. The property itself was amazing, with its walks through the forest down to the water, the animals on the farm, and the house we stayed in. There was plenty room for the seven of us and a kitchen that worked with several cooks as we celebrated an early Christmas feast! Heidi was so kind to allow the two children we had along to help groom the horses, feed them treats and walk them. They absolutely loved those horses! This is a great property for a family get-together. The house is plenty big, the walking paths through the forest and water kept everyone busy. And we were close to Chemainus & Duncan so easy to run out and pick up groceries we forgot to bring. Awesome!!
5.0
Amazing location, amenities and property manager who went above and beyond to make our stay special. Thank you, Heidi!
Kirsten
5.0
It was our fourth time at the farm. We just love it there. The house is well appointed, the host is charming and we love the horses.
We would love to come again.
5.0
This is the perfect home for families or lady’s getaway, the property is vast and peaceful. I love to cook so appreciate a well equipped kitchen with lots of space for everyone to hang out without getting in each others way.
Heidi has always been accommodating and makes our stay enjoyable with her treats and beautiful flowers upon our arrival!
5.0
What a fabulous property and house. This was the perfect location for our mini family reunion. Four bedrooms with their own bathrooms! No sharing bathrooms for the sisters. 😀 I will definitely book again next year. This spot is perfect for a yoga retreat or writing workshop or girls' weekend. Thank you Heidi for being such a gracious host
5.0
Really enjoyed our stay (me and my spouse). It was a huge place to rent for just the two of us. But it was the best place available and I'm happy we stayed here. The highlight for me was the private hike to the ocean and boat ramp. It is about a 1/2 mile each way and goes through several different types of wilderness. It is a nicely made and maintained hiking trail like you would see in a park. Unlimited delicious blackberries to munch on. Really nice! The house is basically a central kitchen and living room with four bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom. The downstairs is a huge open room and there is an additional half bath down there. Downstairs there is a back porch (grill and outdoor furniture) and a side area with a picnic table and water feature. Host is very friendly. It is a working farm with horses, sheep and goats (probably more animals -- I didn't really look around too much). It was pricey for a couple, but I enjoyed the stay. Chemainus is a cute little town. This house is very close to town. 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive.
5.0
This property was absolutely amazing. It is so rare to find a home with 4 ensuite. The extra bonus room in the basement meant an additional friend was able to enjoy our retreat. The house was beautiful and there was plenty of room for the 6 of us to be together inside but also many options for outdoor seating and playing summer games.
Heidi was an amazing host, she was extremely helpful in answering any and all of our questions. The welcome basket of food and goodies was above and beyond anything I had seen at other rentals. I would definitely recommend this home for a retreat type vacation. There isn’t a wide selection of activities or eating establishments in Chemanius but there is a nice golf course , kayaks on the property and very friendly horses. I would definitely recommend this property to others
5.0
Our family booked this beautiful house to attend a wedding nearby. It was very well laid out and had everything we needed. The view from the bluffs a short walk through the property were amazing. There were 2 horses on the property, sheep next door and deer at night that the grandkids loved to see. Our family living nearby came for a visit and couldn’t believe how beautiful it was. The host Heidi left some baked goods as well as breakfast items for us to enjoy and was on hand if we needed anything. We highly recommend staying here and will return!
5.0
The accommodation is very comfortable - spacious, bright and airy. Heidi welcomed us with local dairy products, delicious bakery treats, eggs and fruit - a delightful gift. We spent a week at the property, attending family wedding events, touring the island, and treating our grand niece to a delightful afternoon on the farm, searching for fairy houses and trolls, feeding the horses, and playing badminton . We utilized the kitchen daily for breakfasts and many evenings for dinner. Wifi access was good. An exceptional and well managed property. Thank you Heidi.
5.0
This was our second time staying here after a wonderful time last summer. As usual, Heidi was amazing! So attentive and sweet with the kids. They loved learning about and walking the horses. We enjoyed the five mins drive to the lake and golf course. Nice and quiet lake (no motor boats allowed) for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking. We will be back again next summer 💜
5.0
Our 3 week stay at this property could not have been better, especially with the kindness and knowledge of Heidi. We loved every minute!
5.0
A truly unique spot ... you feel like you're in the heart of the country, yet with easy access to the pretty town of Chemainus, the lakes, and great hiking. We made good use of the kayaks, the weather was mixed so we enjoyed hikes and great cooking. Heidi couldn't be kinder. She is a gem. Lots of space for a whole bunch of fun!
5.0
Tranquil yet as active as you want it to be
A truly unique spot ... you feel like you're in the heart of the country, yet with easy access to the pretty town of Chemainus, the lakes, and great hiking. We made good use of the kayaks, the weather was mixed so we enjoyed hikes and great cooking. Heidi couldn't be kinder. She is a gem. Lots of space for a whole bunch of fun!
5.0
This was a fantastic property for our friends getaway. The property offers everything you could want AND the extras (goodies, flowers, fresh bread) were unexpected but greatly appreciated. Thank you for being attentive to all our questions and needs.
5.0
Peaceful Beauty in Chemainus
This was a fantastic property for our friends getaway. The property offers everything you could want AND the extras (goodies, flowers, fresh bread) were unexpected but greatly appreciated. Thank you for being attentive to all our questions and needs.
5.0
Farmily Family Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed the Farmily Retreat. My husband and myself, my daughter, and my son and his wife had ample room to spread out and loved the ensuite bathrooms. The kitchen was well appointed and furnished and it was where our gracious hostess, Heidi, left us provisions for our first breakfast. The property was an amazing opportunity to enjoy nature in what felt like your own National Park where we had access to kayaks to make use of the high tides and many walking trails in the surrounding 40 acres.
We also enjoyed making friends with Heidi's horses, Sadie and Francie (Francie loves getting her belly scratched!).
This property is well located and has a host that is very accessible, helpful, and wonderfully gracious. We would love to come back again. Thank you, Heidi!
5.0
Six adults loved the location and mix of activities. Vancouver island is great and the house was perfect !
5.0
Fantastic
Six adults loved the location and mix of activities. Vancouver island is great and the house was perfect !
5.0
Sewing Get-a-Away
What a lovely, peaceful location. The upstairs was perfect for sleeping and dining while the downstairs had a huge room for our sewing supplies. I would stay there again but bring a free standing lamp for more light. The walk to the water is so beautiful and is best with closed toed shoes as it is through the forest for about 15 minutes.
5.0
Family Gathering
Awesome place for a family gathering! Beautiful surroundings, very comfy beds, lots of space for visiting! Heidi went over and above to accommodate our needs!
5.0
Great stay
Great place for families. Very private and lots of room to make noise with young kids! We had a great time having fires, going for walks and relaxing.
5.0
Perfect family holiday home
We thoroughly enjoyed everything about this house for a family of five during the holidays. The setting was beautiful and relaxing. The house was comfortable and well appointed with all of the necessary items. Heidi was very sweet to stock some of the basics prior to our arrival which was really appreciated. Overall, great experience and would return in a heartbeat. Thank you for a great vacation with the family.
5.0
Four couples, who were neighbours in Ottawa now live in the lower mainland get together every fall for a reunion of great meals, great visiting, great games & walks. This property was perfect for this occasion
5.0
Great property, lots of privacy, nice 10min walk on a trail to the ocean. Each bedroom had its own ensuite. Host went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure we didn’t want for anything.
5.0
Neighbourhood Reunion
Four couples, who were neighbours in Ottawa now live in the lower mainland get together every fall for a reunion of great meals, great visiting, great games & walks. This property was perfect for this occasion
5.0
Weekend away
Best weekend with with the girl friends!
5.0
Excellent and best place ever. Loved it and would be back
Excellent clean and great location
5.0
We had a great time. The kitchen was well stocked, the bedrooms and bathrooms were very spiffy, and Heidi left lots of goodies for us. Enjoyed roaming the woods and fields, picking apples, visiting the horses, and sitting on the dock - about a 5 - 10 minute walk from the house. We didn’t walk along the waters edge as the tide was high but there are good views from the high embankment. I’m not sure if it was obvious from the listing info, but the patio/ deck area is not accessible from the main floor - accesss is from the downstairs room.
5.0
Great stay
We had a great time. The kitchen was well stocked, the bedrooms and bathrooms were very spiffy, and Heidi left lots of goodies for us. Enjoyed roaming the woods and fields, picking apples, visiting the horses, and sitting on the dock - about a 5 - 10 minute walk from the house. We didn’t walk along the waters edge as the tide was high but there are good views from the high embankment. I’m not sure if it was obvious from the listing info, but the patio/ deck area is not accessible from the main floor - accesss is from the downstairs room.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay on this beautiful acreage. Our host was so kind and provided a tasty welcome package. The horses were amazingly friendly - we loved seeing them roam the property. We enjoyed the trail down to the ocean. It was so peaceful and quiet by the water. Thanks for a wonderful trip!
5.0
Great stay on a beautiful property
We had a wonderful stay on this beautiful acreage. Our host was so kind and provided a tasty welcome package. The horses were amazingly friendly - we loved seeing them roam the property. We enjoyed the trail down to the ocean. It was so peaceful and quiet by the water. Thanks for a wonderful trip!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chemainus?
The average price for a rental in Chemainus is £94 per night. This rental is £250 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Very private home 40 acres, ocean and ancient forest, kayaking off private dock?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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