We spent the Memorial Day weekend at the Belle Vue Bed and Breakfast. It is a spacious home perched…read moreon the coast, overlooking the Georgia Strait, and surrounded by flowers. Walter and Haideh (pronounced like "Heidi") are the hosts, and are friendly, funny, and know how to make you feel comfortable and welcome. As dog lovers, we also had the chance to play with their two retrievers, Tip and Pocos. (We spent far too much time on the beach, throwing tennis balls into the surf, and watching the dogs race after them and bring them back.) Don't miss the food! Haideh and Walter use many local ingredients to create tasty meals for you. (I really enjoyed the zucchini jam, and the herb-mixture that Haideh used on the eggs!) The B&B can be a bit difficult to find -- be sure to bring your GPS. But it is well worth the trip! Plan to spend several days there -- once you begin to relax, you really won't want to leave too soon!

A bit late writing this one as our stay was in the beginning of December…read more The service was just fantastic. Location is excellent. Amenities, plentiful. Quiet B&B tucked away in a cove. Hot tub, large bed, feather pillows, amazing tub for two, excellent hosts, Haideh and Walter, two friendly retrievers (Pocos and Tip) as friends! It was wonderful. Walter's breakfasts were delicious and creative, Haideh's passion for a "shot of health" juice in the morning, the interesting conversations in the morning... such a wonderful stay. The house is decorated with the eclectic eye of a world traveler, the VHS collection and the VCR in the bedroom was a hilarious and entertaining throwback, Walter's spontaneous singing while he tends the kitchen - all of these character elements make this place a pleasant and very comfortable departure from the norm. Lastly, while arranging this surprise weekend for us, my fiancée noted to them that we were planning our stay as a way of celebrating our recent engagement and rather than reply with "we're closed for the season" - they opened up their home for us in the off-season. We only found this out later during breakfast on the second day.... and they were quite modest about the fact. They simply stated "it was too special an occasion to *not* have us stay." It was a touching cap to the stay. We'll be back for certain.

I am proud to review this splendidly wonderful little B&B they call the Willow Guest House…read more Before I begin the review, I think it is imperative that I preface it with a small but relavent note about myself. I am a well traveled person however, for all intent and purposes, I am very much a city guy. And being so, have a particular disposition regarding the finer things in life; the little but important conveniences of nicer living. So I would comfortably say that I have high expectations when it comes to accommodations and anything I plan to pay for or during a vacation. So having traveled a great deal, I have experienced a wide spectrum of quality in services and accommodations throughout the world. I am extremely pleased to say that I have never experienced any accommodations quite like the one at the Willow Guest House. In short, it truly felt like I was coming home. My biggest apprehension when it comes to B&Bs is the imbalance most B&Bs have between the business and the home. Either it is too business like with the warmth and homely coziness of The Adams Family or too much home and not enough business which leaves for rather awkward interactions and no sense of privacy. The Willow Guest House has this balanced magnificently. Never once did I feel like an intruder or awkward. Warren and Dee (the owners) are the kindest and most generous people I have ever met. The moment my girlfriend and I stepped into their home, it felt like we were family. It was quite remarkable actually. Their rare ability to be unconditionally welcoming and genuine is so refreshing that I found myself wishing our trip was longer than two nights! They are a perfect team and care so much about their B&B that every single detail towards excellence is considered. I would come back and stay at their brilliantly wonderful B&B any chance I can get. In fact I wish every hotel in Whistler would take some notes of what true hospitality and comfort is. This is undeniably the BEST BED AND BREAKFAST I have EVER had the pleasure of visiting. You will not be disappointed when you book with Warren and Dee. They are a true gem.

Are second hand reviews allowed? My husband asked me to put…read morehis thoughts on this B&B into Yelp because he felt they deserved a great review, but as a two finger typist, he would never get through posting one himself.... While travelling on business recently, my husband realized that not so much as a garden shed was available in Courtenay because of a large influx of visitors for the BC Seniors Games. Through the Chamber he found the only room in the whole area and that was only because of a last minute cancellation. The hosts were divine, the room was lovely, the price was right and breakfast was amazing. He had such a nice time. They have two upstairs rooms with a full kitchen and living area for guests... you can cook your own food, hang out and watch TV and then go down to the hosts kitchen for a made to order breakfast. Five stars just for the home made granola!

I cannot gush enough about our wonderful experience at Malaspina Bed and Breakfast up near Lund,…read moreBritish Colombia. Indeed, I am creating their business page on Yelp just to do so (so it must be that good, right?). My girlfriend and I had a fabulous one night stay with our hosts, Margaret and Michael. So many memorable conversations with them both after we arrived and over breakfast the next morning. What lovely and interesting people! You simply must go meet them! :) The house itself completely dazzled me. I walked around slack jawed for the first 15 minutes. I wanted the name of their architect! Such a gorgeous home they've built. So open and full of light! Our room was spotless, modern and beautiful! The grounds themselves are also extensive. It would surprise you. We were free to walk around the property as much as we wanted and we took them up on the offer. They have a stunning flower garden and vegetable garden that wrap around the entire house and Michael has a work "shed" (read: beautifully constructed two-story workshop) back in the woods of their property where he can project in solitude. Oh, and to top it all off, Margaret's breakfast was dynamite! So incredibly delicious, my word! See picture. I am a sucker for a breakfast that appeals to both my savory and sweet palette and Margaret nailed it! Also, speaking of food, Margaret and Michael highly recommended checking out the Laughing Oyster down the road for dinner. Such a good call. We had one of the most romantic dinners of our lives out on the deck. We were so thankful for the recommendation! Bottom Line: This was one of the best - perhaps the best - bed and breakfast experiences I have ever had. And that is saying something! Do not miss this place if you come up the Sunshine Coast!

Beacon B&B certainly lived up to our expectations! Shirley & Roger were extremely gracious hosts,…read moremaking us feel part of the family from the moment we arrived. We were made to feel welcome to use all amenities, and felt relaxed and right at home. We stayed two glorious nights, enjoying the dramatic sunsets while sipping wine on the front balcony. Breakfasts were scrumptious - fresh fruit in abundance, and other delights to savour! Timing was on our side, as we also got to see the bald eagle nesting nearby. A wonderful B&B experience - not one complaint! We will most definitely visit the next time we head to the Upper Sunshine Coast!

Shirley & Roger are excellent couple with an excellent B&B at Powell River. I have been a regular…read morethere over at least 10 years now and had no issues. Their breakfast is second to none of all the B&B I have been to around BC Canada Highly recommended if your are in the area looking for a place to stay. jackson

I've not stayed there -- hope to in February because I visited my son and his wife when they stayed…read morethere. They were most enthusiastic about the scrumptious breakfast and I can certainly vouch for the attractiveness of the house and the fabulous views. I'm coming out to the Island and will be making a reservation to stay here.