Family-friendly vacation rentals in Gabriola

Cob Cottage

Channel the pursuit of pause in this one-of-a-kind earth house. The cozy retreat was hand-sculpted using local and sustainable natural materials, and features a central living space with cantilevered slab stairs leading to the loft bedroom. Guests have access to the entire cottage and surrounding property. We live in the neighbouring house, and are happy to give advice or answer questions to help you make the most of your stay. The neighborhood is quite rural and mostly agricultural with several farms and a small private vineyard. The home is a 10 minute walk from the beach and a 20 minute walk from a family grocery and deli specializing in local organic produce. Mayne Island has a small community bus. Times and routes are limited, particularly in the winter. It will stop at the driveway. We also have an official hitch hiking system with signed Car Stops where you can wait for a ride. Usually you don't have to wait long. We are happy to offer pickup and drop off at the ferry dock as a courtesy to encourage car-free travellers, on days when the community bus is not running. Please let us know ahead of time that you'll be coming without your own transportation, and we will make sure that either we or the community bus (which will drop you off at our driveway) are there to meet you when your ferry arrives. The BC Ferries terminals near Victoria and Vancouver are easily reachable via public transit from their respective airports and downtowns.

Tiny Home on mushroom farm

Perched on the edge of the beautiful Walker Creek gully, this rustic and charming property is located on the Farm Stand road of Gibsons BC. Walk to Gibsons while enjoying the beauty of the old country road with all the farms. Remember, this is a working farm (not a fancy hotel) with earth friendly practices like composting toilets and food growing everywhere you look. Come enjoy a clean, cozy, peaceful spot to lay your head. 😁 Oh!!! And don't forget to ask for a tour of the mushroom farm. :)

Cozy Loft in the Woods

Please read our ad carefully before booking. Charming loft studio nestled in the woods in Extension, BC. Footsteps away from endless stunning hiking and mountain biking trails. 8 minute drive to Downtown Nanaimo, 10 minutes to Nanaimo River. Private deck, propane fire & BBQ Key pad private entry High speed WiFi Family lives on main level of house. We are a no parties air bnb, we live in a quiet neighbourhood with young children *Shower is accessed from outside. Please read details below*

Panoramic Ocean View Escape

Take your breath away as you arrive at our newly updated Ocean Veiw Escape! Enjoy undisrupted, sweeping ocean and adjacent island views as soon as you pull into our 5 acres hobby farm. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 renovated baths, a fully equipped kitchen and large deck, you'll be so relax you won't want to go anywhere...unless it's to the beach! Launching your kayak, SUP or just a nice dip is only 5 mins walk. If you don't mind a drive there are also many provincial parks nearby for hiking.

Gabriola Studios Large Private Suite with Hot Tub

Large suite on main floor surrounded by nature with a private entrance, bathroom, living space, outdoor seating and shared outdoor hot tub. Located in a quiet neighbourhood with forest view through every window. It is a 3 min. drive to our village centre, ferry, trails, coffee shops, pub and restaurants. No longer serving breakfast. Also another suite for 2 people available to rent. Register correct pet and guests numbers when booking. Please check with host before bringing a pet.

Aurora and Jason's Cozy Suite

1 Bedroom suite with 2 double beds, a full kitchen, living room with a 40 inch TV and a dining table. A washer and dryer and a full 3 piece washroom is in the suite. EV charger available for additional charge. The location is in south Nanaimo. We are a 15 minute drive from downtown and the Airport, 10 minutes from Duke Point and about 10 minutes from VIU. Nanaimo River Park is a short drive away. Cedar is 10 minutes away. There is transit near by with a walk from the bus stop.

Benson View Micro Studio - Private Door and Bath

A licensed clean cozy convenient micro studio + private bathroom and entrance - easy self check-in, free parking, full-sized bed (54" x 75", fits a solo or slim duo), near downtown, VIU, schools, hospital, sports arenas, ferries, 4 bus routes nearby, embraced by beautiful parks and trails, pretty mountain view. drive 5 mins or walk 20 mins to downtown/waterfront/VIU, drive 10 mins to Departure Bay. Tip: book multiple nights to save on cleaning, as it is charged once per booking.

Private Countryside Apartment with amenities

No cleaning fee. Self-contained suite in quiet RURAL Cedar Community. 25 min to Woodgrove Mall. Grocery, liquor store, pubs, coffee shop, restaurants minutes away. Explore hike & bike trials (Hemer Park down the road), beaches (mins away), amazing farmers market behind our house(Sunday's May-Oct), breweries, vineyards, scenic drives. Many amenities, in-suite laundry included. 10-15 minute drive to Airport, VIU, BC ferries, Harmac & Ladysmith. No pets. Reg # H785578609

The Shanty on Reed - Micro Cabin

Enjoy a Micro Cabin experience at this centrally located acreage in Upper Gibsons. The Shanty is a Micro Cabin with a bedroom Loft and outdoor trough tub on our 2.5 acre property on Reed Road. This Cabin is a super funky, private and has a laid back feel. Our property is within walking distance to so many amenities: Public Transit, Gibsons Park Plaza and all the Restaurants & Storefronts along the 101 Hwy. Enjoy staying in The Shanty under the Starry Night Sky!

“Oceanfront Delight”- Sunset Beach Oceanfront Home

Guaranteed this is the "BEST" location! We are located along what is known as Gabriola's "Magic Mile", a scenic road which has a reputation for some of the most beautiful shoreline in BC and world-class sunset. House is sited on the oceanfront with a spectacular panoramic ocean view, facing the famous "Entrance Island Lighthouse". Gabriola's iconic sunset beach (also famous for storm or whale watching) is just next door (LITERALLY it's on your doorstep!).

Private Oceanfront 1 Bedroom B&B

OCEANFRONT, PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS with VIEWS, VIEWS AND MORE VIEWS! This private, beachfront, one bedroom features its own separate entrance, a queen bed, and private bathroom with a spa-like soaker tub, with hand-held shower. The sliding glass doors from the main room open onto your private balcony overlooking the ocean. Enjoy the decks and chairs down by the ocean as well as direct beach access to beautiful Whalebone Beach.

Rustic cabin in the woods

Mid-island, this rustic cabin is perfect for any couple (or small group) shacking up in the woods. Features a full kitchen inside, outhouse, outdoor shower, fire pit, covered porch & access to pebble beach trails, making this a magical retreat. Please note that there is no wi-fi at the cabin and no cell reception making this cabin experience a great way to unplug and connect with nature.