Inn Details
Relax by the fire. Watch the otters, seals, and sunsets from your private deck. On warm summer days swim and sunbath on your own beach. Your very private suite has 2 bedrooms and a sleeping nook (to sleep up to 5-6 people), a kitchen for light meals, a living/dining room with DVD/TV/music/games/library/WIFI and more.
Explore our island's parks, art studios, restaurants and events. Walk our beaches and nearby hiking trails. Ganges, the main centre, is just 5 minutes away by car.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Ganges
- Gulf Islands
- Victoria
- Beachside
- Island
- Oceanside
- Village
- Wine country
- Nearest major city: Victoria, BC (25 miles South west)
- Directions to property:
From the centre of the main village of Ganges (central island) drive north one-two blocks, turn left onto Rainbow Road and go 3 miles to the end. The B&B is at the corner of Rainbow and Collins Roads. Please see the map on our website at .skippingstonebeach. - Nearest major airport: Victoria, BC, Canada (YYJ) 15 miles
- Directions from airport:
From Victoria airport, drive to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and take ferry to Fulford Harbour on Saltspring Island. The fare you pay is a return fare. See .bcferries.
Drive to Ganges, the main village.
Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- Accommodations: Suites
- There is one guest accommodation (with a private bath)
- Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 175.00 and $CAD 195.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 175.00 and $CAD 195.00
- The rate for each additional person is $CAD 30.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Alarm clock | Amenities Basket |
| Board games | CD player |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | DVD Player |
| Desk | Fireplace |
| Fridge | Hairdryer |
| Internet Service | Ironing Board |
| Library | Microwave |
| Private entrance | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | VCR |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | Data port |
| Fax Machine | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Private beach & beach walking | Native Douglas fir & arbutus forest |
| Nearby park & hiking trails | |
Meals
- A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: Guest choice
- Breakfast is served in the In suite dining area
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Nora's muffins
Our guests rave about the muffins served hot out of the oven on the first morning.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (2 nights)
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (The first night rate is required as a deposit.)
- Check in time is 3.30 pm and Check out time is 11.00 am
- Cancellations:
Two weeks prior notice is required to cancel a reservation. To cover our administration costs, a $50 service charge will be applied to all cancellations. Less than two weeks notice will result in the forfeit of the deposit.
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Nora
Your B&B host is committed to making your stay at the Skipping Stone Beach B&B the highlight of your holiday! From an original family on Salt Spring, she is a keen outdoors person and an emerging gardener. She is passionate about the environment and can share her deep knowledge about this beautiful place. She also respects your privacy! - The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Marine wildlife tours, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Vineyard, Winery
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Marine nature tours, whale watching, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts
Salt Spring Island Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.