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One bedroom and one living room suite
About this space 10 mins drive to downtown & 15 mins to BC Ferries Terminals: Departure Bay & Duke Point. 5 mins to VIU 1. Free coffee 2. 10 min drive to Quality Foods or value village, Nanaimo and other amenities 3. Reliable hi-speed internet & New 50" inch smart tv. 4. Gives you the home-away-from home vibe. 5 minutes walk to bus route to VI & downtown and outside sensor cameras 5. A family with two kids lives above the unit and a unit beside it. The quiet time is 11pm to 7am. Pls No smoking

Departure Bay ferry. Entire house with large Deck.
Just 2 blocks up the hill from the departure bay ferry terminal. 2 bedrooms upstairs 1 bedroom downstairs plus bunk beds in the family room. stylish well equipped kitchen with natural gas range. Large deck with partial ocean view, outdoor dining and top of the line BBQ. Comfy living room open to kitchen with Apple TV, Netflix, Disney, cable, paramount, Amazon prime video, Bose sound system. Large family room downstairs with comfy sectional, and all the same up upstairs plus video games

Rustic creekfront A-Frame cabin w/loft & deck
Nestled on the edge of the creek on our 10-acre farm is our quaint little 275sqft A-frame cabin. Watch the moon travel across the window from the queen size pillow top bed in the loft. On the main floor there is a pull-out couch for an added guest, a table for meals/games, a tiny kitchen with cold water only & a composting toilet. Outside is a lovely little patio and firebowl right on the creek bank. Watch the birds, deer and fish. We have cows, geese, bees and chickens you are welcome to meet.

The Loft on Aulds
The stylish Loft on Aulds conveniently located just off Highway 19 in North Nanaimo. Weather visiting Nanaimo and surrounding area for business, catching up with family and friends, or challenging yourself on one of the nearby golf courses. The Loft offers private guest home, landscaped outdoor areas to enjoy, hot tub and a well equipped gym . The Loft on Aulds is close to major shopping centers, restaurants, golf courses, hiking trails, ball fields, arenas and just a short drive to the beach.

Seawall Getaway
Private, self contained space available for 1 person or 1 couple in a remodeled character home. Five minute drive to Departure Bay ferry (or 15-20 min walk); 15 minute walk along beautiful seawall, (directly across the street and down the hill), to seaplanes and downtown, where you'll find shopping, the Nanaimo Art Gallery, Nanaimo Museum, The Port Theatre, Nanaimo Conference Centre, as well as several restaurants, coffee shops, and pubs. Low ceiling beams alert! No Smoking on the property😊

Panoramic Ocean View with Private Terrace!
Experience the comfort of this centrally located suite, featuring two beautifully appointed bedrooms and one full bath. The family room boasts stunning ocean views, making it an ideal retreat. Situated in north Nanaimo, this suite is elevated above Linley Valley, offering breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Winchelsea Islands and the sparkling lights of Vancouver on clear days. Guests can unwind in the privacy of their suite or explore nearby attractions such as Neck Point and Departure Bay,

Mountain Suite | Ocean View Fire Pit | Full Kitch
A mountain suite perched above the city and overlooking the Salish Sea. You’ll enjoy the morning sun as it rises over the ocean and city lights as you unwind at night. ★“The pictures do not do justice for how amazing the place & view is!” -Kylene ☞ 646ft² mountain suite w/ 10’ ceilings ☞ Nespresso, French Press & drip coffee ☞ Blackout blinds in bedroom ☞ Ocean view patio w/ fire pit ☞ In-suite washer + dryer ☞ Fully equipped kitchen ☞ Heated Bathroom flr ☞ 250 Mbps wifi ☞ 55” Smart TV

Lake View Home & Chef Kitchen
Private at this peaceful and centrally located upper floor home where you can relax on the deck and take in the beautiful lake views, walk or drive minutes to many amenities such as shopping and restaurants. Gourmet spacious updated kitchen with gas stove Airfryer & access to outdoor deck. Living room is bright and spacious with 65”Smart TV. Lake access is 2 min walk away or a beach acsess 15 mins walk. A Fantastic Location in the beautiful city of Nanaimo. *Back yard is fenced .

Harbour City Hideaway
Welcome to Harbour City Hideaway in Nanaimo! Located in a central location, our stylish and cozy Airbnb offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort for your stay. The Hideaway is situated within walking distance of numerous amenities, including restaurants, grocery and liquor stores, quick bites to eat, walking trails, and VIU. Being a 10-minute drive from ferries, 15-minute drive from the airport, and only 5 minutes into downtown makes this spot the perfect island stay.

Centrally located 2-bedroom family-friendly suite.
You will be close to everything when you stay at this modern and private two-bedroom basement suite. Located in a family-friendly and quiet residential neighborhood. Maximum number of guests is 4 adults (additional children or infants permitted) Within walking distance of Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, restaurants, hiking trails, parks, and grocery stores. Within a 10 -20 minute drive or transit trip, you can access VIU, golf courses, beaches, and wineries.

Excellent Value Eaglepoint Bnb (No cleaning fee)
Clean, comfortable, private one bedroom with private bathroom and private entrance with patio in a quiet, scenic neighborhood. Laundry facilities, new queen size bed, queen size pull out sofa, television with cable, Apple TV, Disney+, Netflix, and Prime. Fast,reliable wifi. Coffee, tea and some basic breakfast foods provided. Ten minute walk to beautiful beach. Close to shopping, restaurants and hiking trails. Pets welcome. Fully fenced yard.

Harbourview Carriage House
Private 1 bedroom carriage house with small view of the ocean (in the summer trees in the park block most of the view) and Chinese Garden. Steps away from harbourfront walkway to downtown. Has full kitchen, washer/dryer, TV (no cable, Netflix etc.), WiFi and electric fireplace. In the summer air conditioner available in the living room. Off street parking and private entrance. A laptop friendly workspace in the living room.
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