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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, table football
6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 17297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nanaimo, BC
  • Vancouver Island University
    16 min drive
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
    16 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal
    21 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    14 min drive

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About the area

Arrowsmith-Benson

A family-friendly stay in Arrowsmith-Benson awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 18.1 km (11.3 mi) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Plus you'll find a games room, a garden and barbecues. .In proximity to this Arrowsmith-Benson holiday home you'll find Duke Point Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island University - 16 min drive
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 16 min drive
  • Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 21 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 21 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jalapenos Mexican Food - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise

Welcome to our private home located on 3 Acres. This house offers a peaceful and private retreat surrounded by the forest. Enjoy the sounds of the neighbouring creek while you take in the wooded nature views. Explore the nearby Nanaimo River, swimming holes, hiking trails, ATV trails, and fishing lakes. Our home sleeps up to 6 guests with ample room to gather in shared spaces. Close enough to the city for a quick getaway yet far enough to feel secluded. Come unwind in our cozy forest home!

3200 SF house on 2 levels with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a games room with a 4 person Arcade, Foosball table and Air Hockey table. Bottom level features a multi use games table that can be turned into card table, dice table or 6 person dining table. 2nd Kitchen on the bottom level as well. * Hot Tub not working until Feb 12*

This property is Private with ample room for cars, RV trailers and plenty of space to play volleyball or other sports.

Property manager

Pat Miazga

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please clean up after your pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Please keep it down after 11pm.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: Please keep it down after 11pm.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise ?

The closest beach to Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise is Departure Bay Beach (14.4 km).

Does Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise ?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise .

Is Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and a water park, it's no surprise that Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise is a hit with families.

Is there a private hot tub at Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise ?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise ?

No, Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Secluded Nature Lovers’ Paradise Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Beautiful spot to get away for a few weekends and enjoy the forest area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing trip
The property located at a beautiful forest and no far travel to town. Our families and friends had a wonderful trip during the stay. Just little bit problem about the water supply. But the owner try his best to settle. Highly recommended for big party
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mya N.

So many issues
Our family of 14 spent 3 nights here and there def were issues. 1) Wrong door code was provided. As there's no cell reception there, it's hard to get a hold of the owner/property manager. Luckily, we were able to get through and a new code was given within 10 mins. Still annoying when you're ready to check in. 2) Lots of plumbing issues. Both showers' faucets were not caulked in and are about to be ripped off the wall. Both shower diverters are glitchy and I believe it's causing a leak through the floors. Due to these issues, water started leaking from a hole in the ceiling into the games room. We can still play games but we had to put towels and a bucket down. 3) Hot tub was murky with floaties on top. I did not go in. 4) Strong sewage smell in the backyard. Very overpowering when you're standing on the back deck or playing outside. I guess that's why they set up the badminton net in the front yard. 5) Coffee maker was broken. 6) Garbage bins were full so we couldn't put our recycling/garbage out. 7) There is a trailer on the property that has someone living there. That didn't bother us except that they had garbage out that animals got into so garbage was strewn across the yard. Very unattractive driving into your place to see garbage everywhere. Besides not being able to use the shower, hot tub, or coffee maker, our family made the best out of the situation. Still, I would not recommend this place until the issues are deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Nature Lovers Home
My group and I were here for 4 nights and had a great stay here. The property is huge with a functional front and backyard. The home itself is lovely and spacious. We took advantage of it being close to South Benson where we did some great mountain biking we also did day trips to other mid island areas. The house is spacious and modern. We took advantage of all its amenities such as the hot tub, games room (foosball and air hockey tables). We even spent a night telling tall tales around the large outdoor fire pit. A few things popped up during our stay and the owners got right back to us and delt with it. I have no issues recommending here for your stay in the Nanaimo mid island area
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Devika C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would be a wonderful place if issues are addressed
Pros: Beautiful location, wonderful bedding options, open living room and kitchen which are well appointed, lots of sitting areas, functional grill and hot tub. Cons: The host was initially difficult to get a hold of. The automated VRBO messages (once we had fully paid) stated we get the check-in information 3 days prior to our arrival which we did not. When I didn't hear anything 2 days before our arrival, I was concerned and contacted Pat directly. He did contact me later that day and we sorted out the lack of information. There is a man living in a trailer beside the house. There is a privacy screen but he has clear sightlines to the front of the house and backyard. While there is a lovely view of the forest, there are currently no curtains on the east side of the house. In 30+° weather, it was like waking up and walking on the sun when you left the bedrooms. Pat did install a small AC unit; however, it was not sufficient for the task of combating that direct sun. This heat lingers on the main floor the whole day. No screens on any of the windows. When you open the windows at night to cool off, ALL the bugs come in. Significant plumbing issues. One of our party works in construction and confirmed these are issues that need to be resolved ASAP. I don't have room to write them all here. Note: Water is delivered to a cistern on the property. Pat made sure it was full for our stay, but you will need to be conservative with water if it is a large group and hot weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend group weekend away
An amazing property for a large group of friends or family. We hosted a group of 13 adults and had a comfortable stay. Great location within walking or a short drive to swimming spots in the Nanaimo river. The host was very responsive to questions about the property and the general area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat
Great and clean place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024