We made a plan to be here 4 nights on Salt island and started off with a marvelous dinner in the…read moremanor house. With a fantastic view into the harbor we knew the evening would be great. And the staff and food prep did not disappoint! Started out with lobster bisque (with a good amount of lobster) and a dozen snails (chef slipped a couple extra!) in a marvelous garlic butter and Parmesan sprinkled over all. Then for entree we enjoyed a wonderfully prepared Herb Crusted Wild Pacific Red Snapper With Creamy Parmesan Polenta, Basil Pesto. I enjoyed the Pan-Seared Nova Scotia Deep Sea Scallops on a fresh bed of lettuce mix and greens. So definitely a restaurant to try but you'll want to plan staying a night or more given they are on an island off the Vancouver island! Rooms are great also with some placed in cabins with views making you feel like you're in a tree house amongst the pines. Of particular notes, each morning different fresh baked muffins mysteriously appeared outside the suite door . But definitely the breakfast each day was amazing.

What a wonderful place! Beautiful grounds, comfortable and unique rooms, amazing service and food…read more Spent a wonderful weekend, will definitely be back.

In all my years, I have never encountered anyone more hospitable than the owner of this inn. He is…read moreso kind that it is almost disconcerting at first, until you realize that he is the model of sincerity. In reviewing the inn, I am excluding the restaurant entirely, as we didn't have the opportunity to dine there. The building is old, but has been sympathetically restored/updated. Be prepared for the fact that the building is old, as you cannot marry modern expectations to an old institution. We had a room with en-suite, but many of the rooms share a collective washroom. We loved the old world charm of the building, and for the money, it is the only game in town. The building is in the heart of Ganges, so you must resign yourself to a wake-up call early in the morning when traffic begins to build. Our room faced the sea, but the other side of the building doesn't offer anything but a parking lot for a view. You are steps away from everything of note in Ganges. I'd happily return, though I'd probably only do so if I had earplugs.

I love how cozy the seating area is it makes me feel like I was in a olden days tv show ( I'm not…read morevery old ) the food was great and they got our orders right which is rare nowadays

This hotel was very clean and modern. The staff was super friendly. We had a large deck with lounge…read morechairs off of our room, which overlooked the harbour and it was so relaxing. The only downside was when we went to make coffee in our room, all that was there was flavoured coffee, which we aren't into. Otherwise everything else was perfect. I would definitely want to stay here again.

On the occasion of our Dad's 90th birthday celebration, Kelly, Maggie and the stellar team at the…read moreHarbour House really went above and beyond to make sure our family and friends had the ideal venue, fabulous food and amazing cake to mark this special day:-) Kudos and thank you Team Harbour House! -Ian & Lindsay Tarasoff

Clean , funky little stay , great gardens , big full washroom in each room …read more Two course Breakfast each morning was delicious Thank you Beverly DESERT FIRST ... YUM . Len was attentive and chatty always on top of serving fresh squeezed juices and full of tips for your stay. Kim was a fantastic host and a pleasure to talk to everyday . Room was quaint and well lit , you own washroom in each room was large and fully stocked . Love my evening chat with "Steve the manager " Will definitely be back and recommend to friends .

Absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. The property, decor, amenities, hosts, room,…read moreand absolutely divine food put Wisteria at the very top of our list of bed-and-breakfasts, not just on Salt Spring Island, but anywhere. Worth every penny.

When you wanna get away from it all to "zen" it up, Galiano Island is a perfect spot. And, if you…read morereally want to be away from everything once you're on the island, Serenity By The Sea plays a great host. From the Seaview Haven Chalet, with it's own kitchen and two floors of my own space, it was blissful peace from the moment I dropped my bags. Definitely rustic, with a grandma's house vibe (complete with stuffed animals) the chalet only has one piece of "technology," a CD player--ideal when you're there to escape! *And a potty note -- they are on a septic system, so if you can handle tossing your TP in the trash instead of the bowl, they greatly appreciate it!* The view from the bedroom was incredible! Waking up to look at the ocean, framed in trees always has a way of winning my heart! My only suggestions would be for them to update some of the furnishings, linens and bedding. Right next to the main house, a stream runs straight over the big rocks leading to the ocean. I had to admit, there was something serenely magical about sitting out on this edge. When the tide was out, I spent so long stretched out on a long rock with my book that I sunburned -- ouch! A bathtub (yes, a bathtub) that you can fill up is built right into the rocks. I didn't give it a try - not being a bath person myself, but it does have a great view! *A deer note: Make sure you're around at dinner time, that's when the deer come out and try to sneak nibbles through the fences they have protecting their gardens.* There's also a couple of rooms they rent out inside the main house which had extraordinary views as well! Maybe if I'm feeling more social next time I want to escape I'll look into one of those...one did have a hammock after all! If this is up your alley, I should warn, the house is situated down a long steep gravel road, 12 km from the ferry terminal. That's about 1/2 way up the island, so I'd say a car, or really powerful bike legs...and it is a hilly ride!

The previous review by Crystal is quite accurate but I stayed in the rooms that were part of the…read moremain house. Had I had more money I would love to try the separate guest houses. Septic tank toilet paper mention by Crystal is accurate. Also Host asked us to minimize using the lights in the hallway, so you get to be environmentally conscientious. Stayed in the "Windsail" room. AMAZING view. It's like you're only in water cause you only see water. Individually temperature controlled room. beauitful house, seriously. Every room seems unique in an arty and aesthetically pleasing way. Luannah showed us the rec room she is in the middle of building and it looks great. super lovely property, kind of like a zen garden mixed with human size hobbit environment, like the streams, the rocks, the paths, the hills. Massage by Luannah, a german RMT, was educational and helpful. I read a lot of the reviews and she really does know her stuff. I have chronic pain and long standing issues from an MVA and she really did help. My roomie got a massage that was more related to stress and emotions. Theres only one RMT so we took turns. We both came out feeling genuinely happy. The Massage room is a separate house, also another amazing structure. Its clean, modern, well-set up. She asks you tell her about your body and when you go to disrobe, she goes behind these doors and then you tell her when youre ready. I actually love the face pillow that you put your head on when lying face down, it is, for once, comfortable!! Host: Luannah said she was going to send me referrals in Vancouver for a chiro and an RMT, which I thought was really kind and thoughtful of her. She knocks on the door and also responds to texts and calls. Her husband and kid came home later in the evening. She was super caring, thoughtful and helpful. Even packed us food to go cause we were in a rush for the ferry. Provided advil. Wifi is good. Shower nozzle was super tricky to get right. There's cat in the main area and I think I only sneezed and blew my nose a handful of times, which I'd say youre pretty safe imo. Cat is 19 year old Jeremiah who goes outside and stays downstairs, super cute!! Hot tub was my super favorite part.

I still can't believe I was able to book this place mid-season and with only days to spare. I mean,…read moreit's a freaking log house, on a lake and in the woods - out just doesn't get any better than that. One thing motorcycle enthusiasts should be aware of is that, starting at the resort entrance, there is no pavement. So bring a kickstand insert, or be prepared to crush a coke can to keep the peg from sinking into the dirt.

Very pleased overall with these log cabins on Saltspring Island. They've got a couple of lovely…read moresmall docks with Adirondack chairs at the end, so you can sit back and relax. The water is so still at times, it's just like a mirror! Inside the cabins, everything was clean, and while not what I would call luxurious, it was comfortable and well maintained. The WiFi worked very well, in fact, much better than any wilderness resort I've been in before. They've got an outdoor hot tub as well, but we didn't try it since it was February and the evening temp dipped down to about 1 C. However, we did go canoeing on the lake, and it was fantastic - the highlight of our stay on Saltspring. Off the main highway, you actually have to drive for several kms to get here. But it's still only about a 10 minute drive to Ganges. Just one small item to take note of: The floor felt quite cool, and it took the wall heaters quite a while to warm things up. So next time we will probably bring our own small portable heater.

This is the second time we are visiting St. Mary Lake Resort. The place is simply amazing…read more It is next to the lake and covered by woods. The view is breathtaking. Cabins are surprisingly comfortable, both cabins we stayed were really clean, they have kitchens and of course a BBQ ready :) Prices are also great, if you're coming as a group like we did, it is very affordable. Owner is friendly and ready to help whenever you need, but also respectful to your privacy. We are in love with this place and we will definitely keep coming on each opportunity :)

I stayed here with my husband and 5 month old daughter. The place was clean, and had a kitchen,…read morewhich helps save families from buying every meal. Would be a great place to go with large groups, as they have 8 or 9 cabins to rent out, and it's right on a lake, so you could make it your summer family get together. We used their paddle boats, which are free for guests. We went during "shoulder" season, not summer not winter, so we got a good deal. 5 min drive from middle of town. Owner not outwardly friendly, but if you don't care to make friends with host/owner, this is a great place. Not rude, just not overly friendly.

This is just a review for the vineyards, which were gorgeous by the way. This is a great place to…read morecome wine tasting on the island, as they were the only ones (of the 3 vineyards there) that paired their wines with foods! The scenery was gorgeous and the ladies who worked there were lovely to chat with. And I believe there was no charge for the tasting either! Sweet deal! The wine was good, as well. Buy a bottle and chill out on their patio with some friends on a sunny day. :)