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Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants

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Dining
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4101 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Place, Vancouver Island University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nanaimo Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bastion
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants

To avoid any confusion while you are navigating the VRBO site the rate is usually shown in USD, unless there is a capital C beside the rate which indicates CDN dollars.

Our vacation rental is in our primary home, which means we are approved to keep offering our vacation rental after the new rules are in place in May of 2024. We have always operated 100% legally and will continue to do so.
Our property is a spacious 3.5 acre parcel with lots of gorgeous trees and outdoor space right in the middle of the city. We have a lovely roomy, newly renovated one bedroom suite that sleeps 4 in a quiet, residential area of Nanaimo. Great for couples on a get away, as well as small families. Space for all to spread out to stay and play with board games, sit by the fire in the living room or in the eat in sun porch and the generous outdoor areas. The bedroom features a California King bed, as well as a very comfortable queen sofa bed in the living room. The bedroom has black out motorized blinds to help you rest. Hotel quality mattresses, linens and well appointed kitchen and bathroom with gorgeous granite counters and large shower with built in seat to help you feel at home and enjoy your stay. There is a new salt water communal in-ground outdoor sports pool redone this year available in the summer season with a very large concrete deck area surrounding it with a fire pit. Just yourselves and occasionally the owners will take a cooling dip. The suite also includes a full laundry room with folding counter and brand new washer and dryer. This is truly a property you can choose to stay in at, cook your meals in the generous kitchen and relax with mother nature surrounding you. It is just a 5 minute drive to ocean-side parks, great restaurants and unique local shops to explore. Nanaimo is a small city located mid way on amazing Vancouver Island, home to many beautiful ocean side parks, great hiking on Mount Benson and lots of green space to explore and enjoy. Please contact us if you are travelling with a pet, we do allow well behaved pets and can talk to you about your pets needs while you stay with us.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. Features include an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a private pool, a kitchen and a washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a living plant wall
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 10 minutes by car from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 13 minutes from Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants also features laundry facilities, a living plant wall, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,090 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets are subject to approval, please contact

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.
Property Registration Number H665798189, 5033520

Property is also known as

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Lovely Little Well Appointed Suite Downtown Parks s Nanaimo
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Lovely little well appointed suite close to downtown, parks and restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verner W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved staying here on our little getaway. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts were really kind and accommodating, they communicated with me throughout the stay and made us feel welcomed. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive hosts, lovely clean space with nice linens and plenty of cookware. Spacious and well appointed. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynnel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing quiet setting and the host is very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debora R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were excellent and as described. The host messaged immediately and checked in throughout my stay, showing every consideration.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. The suite is very clean and comfortable. Would recommend for sure. And we plan on staying here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place to stay and wonderful hosts.

I would definitely stay here again. Easy access and a well run place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here and we’re already planning for a third. It’s THE perfect spot - very clean and very quiet and the bed is the most comfortable I’ve ever slept on. Throw in the pool and how accommodating Joy and Chris are and there’s no reason to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and welcoming! Clean, comfortable, and spacious...we'll be staying again@
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely time on and near the beach

It’s so cozy and enjoyable! Incredibly accommodating host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

allin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great for us. it was comfortable and warm and private. kitchen was well appointed. had everything you need. communication with host was excellent they were great. We came in December so could not use the pool. they even have a teapot we will defiantly be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at the Bird’s Nest

We had wonderful stay at this property. Joy was lovely and accommodating and the pool was a big hit. It was a great home base to explore the area and we’d happily stay here again. We will be recommending this spot to our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Shauntel and Noah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Super cozy and the nicest hosts. We had free use of the outdoor pool and our family loved it. Clean and fully stocked with dishes , Tupperware, Saran Wrap and even picnic baskets. There wasn’t anything that we needed for our week stay that wasn’t there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poolside Perfection

Had a wonderful stay! Our family enjoyed the pool and landscaped yard, awesome beds, and all the amenities. Great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay with kids

We had an amazing stay! Joy and Chris were very welcoming and we truly felt at home there. The kids had a great time spending most of their days in the pool. I would stay there again in a heartbeat! And Joy really does make the best Nanaimo Bars in town!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best spot in Nanaimo!

This home was the perfect set up for our family of 4. Joy and her family were beyond welcoming and accommodating. Recommend this hidden gem 100% and hope to stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

We had a great time staying at the Bird’s Nest. Thank you Joy and Chris for your hospitality! We will go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter escape

Stayed for a month The suite was comfortable and well equipped. Joy, the property manager, was attentive and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious, comfortable & clean. Well stocked kitchen with coffee, tea & spices. Located close to grocery shopping, hwy access & a short distance to the ferry terminal. Lovely property 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice get away

A well stocked 1 bedroom in the lower section of a beautiful home on lush propery. Owners were very nice with the perfect balance of attentiveness and privacy. Comfortable bed, nice shower and private laundry made life easy! Great location.
Stayed 39 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully appointed suite with all the amenities

We enjoyed a very comfortable stay, the owners thought of all the added comforts and the location of this rental is very central to the surrounding area so everthing is close by. The location also offers natural surroundings and privacy all while being very quiet. We loved this location and didnt want tonleave
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and functional

We felt comfortable, relaxed and welcome as soon as we arrived. The black out blinds were awesome and the luxurious bed made for a peaceful and cozy night sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernie & Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could be better!

Suite was great! Very nicely decorated and provided everything you could possibly need.Chris and Joy were very accommodating and checking regularly to see if we needed anything.I would highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birds Nest Nanaimo

Excellent 👍👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024