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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

Ocean view corner suite | Modern & Cozy Stay
Come stay in our new lovely above ground basement suite. We live above with our 3 young kids and noise should be expected between 8am-11pm. This probably isn't for you if you're looking for a serene, romantic getaway. It's comfortable, A/C, has a fabulous view, is centrally located for island adventures. Nestled in gorgeous hillside, space for outdoor gear, kitchen with induction cooktop, private laundry, Wifi etc. Adjacent to another AirBNB suite and not suitable for kids. Hope to see you soon!

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.

Private 1 bdrm lower level of home in central area
Cozy & private 1 bedroom space in the lower level of our home in the beautiful Departure Bay area. Separate entrance allows for complete privacy. Large living room and open concept kitchen stocked with all the necessities to make meals. Queen size Sealy bed with private bathroom including deep tub/shower combo. Full premium cable and Wi-Fi included. Large chaise sofa and flat screen tv's in living room & bedroom. Quiet neighbourhood centrally located and close to dining, shopping and ferries.

Luxe Passive Garden Suite | Serene & Sustainable
Experience modern, sustainable living at Azehna Acres, our serene Net Zero hobby farm. Nestled on a tranquil 3-acre property just outside of Nanaimo, our home offers a peaceful escape just minutes from town. Modern Sustainability at its finest: - Passive home certified (our home uses 90% less energy than a typical home!) - Solar powered and 100% rainwater fed - Clean living: Fresh air circulated every 20 min in suite - Serene environment with bird sounds as a backdrop - Premium furnishings

J&J Home Suite Home
1 bedroom suite with a Queen size bed, a full kitchen and a living room with 50inch TV and queen size futon. A washer and dryer and a 3 piece washroom are in the suite. The location is central, about 5 minutes to Nanaimo Regional Hospital, 10 minutes to VIU and downtown. The ferry is about 10 mins away Departure Bay and 20 mins to Duke Point and the airport. Some hiking and bike routes nearby. 5mins walk to Beban Plaza and park. A few mins walk away from transit. 2mins walk to tim hortons

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 .

Ocean Walk Oasis
Bright, spacious, open concept with elegance, comfort and convenience. 1 block from ocean, Nanaimo Yacht Club, Seawall & 10 minute walk to DT Nanaimo. LR, DR kitchen & designated work station in one space with defined areas. The LR sofa faces a large screen TV behind bi-fold doors. The principal bedroom has a pocket door in the hallway to bathroom with a stacking W/D laundry closet and deep wide soaker tub. Two designated desk/work areas for the convenience of working travelers.

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.

Oceanfront Home - 1bdr Suite is a separate space.
South facing, sheltered from most of the wind, walk-on oceanfront in the city! Large deck, Solarium, Hot-tub, Kayaks and stunning views (Brandon Islands, Newcastle Island Provincial Park, Birds, Seals, Otters, Boats, Fisheries Canada docks). Swim, Paddle board, Kayak, Beach comb, Picnic or just relax - beside the salt water and a patch of old forest. Nanaimo is centrally located, permitting day trips to Vancover, Victoria and even Tofino. Luke (myself) reside in the suite.
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