This is a cheerful and corky cottage on Vancouver Boulevard
Experience a unique adventure on a secluded island with sandy shores and ocean access everywhere.
This rustic cottage has a large sunny lot with plenty of room for games, BBQs, and fun.
The cottage is a striking turquoise colour with a tower and a hidden loft. It has a comfortable porch, living room, well-stocked kitchen, 4 bedrooms, and a hidden loft.
The cottage sleeps 8 people comfortably.
If you are interested in additional space we have 2 travel trailers in the back of the yard which are perfect for two other couple
Just ask us if we can accommodate you ... there will be additional fees for those.
If you are into enjoying a carefree off-grid life, going to the beaches, or relaxing on the deck with a beer or a coffee. This cottage is ideal for you, your families, or friends who want to enjoy a relaxing getaway in nature.
It is gradually ongoing modernization and improvements so it is still a bit rustic but we think it is charming and warm, We will again make some changes to the hot water situation by adding solar panels for a full electrical ignition for new hot water on demand
Toilet paper, dish/hand soap, garbage bags, and a few other basics are included with your stay. We have outdoor and indoor games for kids and beach stuff for you to use.
Here is the detailed description:
Lower floor
#1 Bedroom with a queen bed
#2 Bedroom with a double bed
#3 Bedroom with a single bed
Second-floor
#4 Bedroom with a private entrance with a queen bed
#5 Main cabin loft with a double mattress on the floor
For an additional fee, there are 2 trailers with double beds each ask us about it if you need extra space.
The living room has a double sofa bed and a day bed
2 propane stoves, BBQ, and 2 fridges
The dining table seats 6
The outdoor picnic table seats 10
The outdoor BBQ area table seats 4
We have extra chairs.
Maximum 8 people because of off-grid system limitation
Maximum 8 people because of off-grid system limitation
We will consider 2 extra people above the max of 8 but there will be an extra charge of $40 per person per day to a max of 10 people in total in the house
We also have a trailer in the back available, it has its kitchen, bathroom and patio with BBQ and sleeps two ...it is very private from the cottage, perfect for the grandparent that needs a bit of quiet time from the kids .... this could be added to the rental for an additional $100 a day
Indoor bathroom with hot shower, toilet, and sink and also an outdoor hot shower, outhouse, and sink
Must be familiar with the operation of propane and generators
* We have internet via solar power
* The cabin operates with a small generator when solar is low
* Propane fridges, stoves, and BBQ
* The water is excellent and comes from our well, you must fill up the water blater tank daily via the operation of the large generator or more often based on water usage.
The cottage operates with a combo of solar power and generators
12 Bikes to use for free
Adult and kid bikes are supplied but you should bring your helmet. We have a few kid's helmets but to be safe, bring your own.
Every guest must sign the release of liability if they want to use bikes.
There are e-bike and normal bike rentals on the island if you prefer.
We have a lawn and lawn games so kids can play and some beach stuff also.
For the stay
We have mattress protectors, duvets, and pillows on the beds.
Please bring linen, and towels as there are no laundry facilities, but we can provide bed sheets, duvet covers, and general linen like towels, dishcloths, etc...
Those have to be ordered in advance ... as everything has to be brought on the island and laundered off-island.
The linen sets come prepackaged and are there for you to use based on per bed and occupant... There is an extra charge for this, so ask if you do not want to be bothered about bringing your own.
Savary Island does not have any public services
All garbage and recycles must be taken off the island when leaving
Sorry, there is no fire on the island as per the fire station regulations.
Guest access
The island is accessible via water taxi and those have to be booked ahead of time.
There are no vehicles allowed for renters on the island.
The water taxi will organize a land taxi if you are not bringing your bikes.
The last water taxi from Lund is at 6 pm and they also offer land taxis on the island
Please, keep that in mind when figuring out your ferry reservations.
Once at the cottage, there are bikes to use so you can get around but the beaches are only a 5 to 10-minute walk from the cottage.
You will need to bring your helmets and sign a release of liability to use.
There is a hidden loft with a queen mattress but you have to be agile to go up
Again setting expectations for our guests
Savary Island is an off-grid rustic vacation experience.
The cottage has basic amenities, and renters need to be comfortable with the use and operation of propane appliances and equipment required for an off-grid cabin.
Including the use of a generator (ie. starting, checking fuel levels, and adding fuel if required), and well pump, and changing propane tanks
Someone will be on-site to check you in and to provide a run-through of the system on check-in.
After that on-site property management is also available
* We have internet via solar
* The cabin operates with a small generator and some solar
* We will again make some changes to the hot water situation by adding solar panels for a full electrical ignition for new hot water on demand
* Propane fridges, stoves, and BBQ
Rules
No Fires are allowed due to local bylaws.
All garbage and recycling have to be brought back with you.
It is a pack-in / pack-out island.
Put back in place all moved furniture and items as originally found when you checked in.
Text us before leaving to let us know that it is ready to clean for the next guests.
Be mindful and considerate of our neighbours and loud noises.
Please do not leave children unattended without an adult at the cottage.
We suggest operating the generator between 6 am to 11 pm
