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Ocean Wilderness Inn

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  • Surround yourself with garden in our ocean-front yard.

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  • Ocean Wilderness Inn Video: Escape to a serene ocean-front retreat on acres of old growth rain forest. Take the trail to the ocean to spot whales or seals. Watch the nesting eagles soar. Spacious rooms overlook the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympic Mountains, or forest and award-winning gardens. Rejuvenate by watching moonlight on the ocean or even a winter storm from the hot tub tucked in a Japanese gazebo. Indulge in spa treatments in your room, or at nearby spa facilities.

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  • Inn Details

    Escape to a serene ocean-front retreat on acres of old growth rain forest. Take the trail to the ocean to spot whales or seals. Watch the nesting eagles soar. Spacious rooms overlook the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympic Mountains, or gardens embraced by forest. Rejuvenate by watching moonlight on the ocean or even a winter storm from the hot tub tucked in a Japanese gazebo. Indulge in spa treatments in your room, or at nearby spa facilities.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Lori and Andy enjoy travel, and have stayed at over 60 B&B's in the last 15 years. They have taken long-distance bicycle trips. Lori is a two time marathon finisher. They also enjoy food, wine, music and movies.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: none

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Fishing, whalewatching, seals, wildlife

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  • In State Special Rate

    11/30/2011 - 4/15/2012

    Explore your own backyard - Locals Special Have a holiday in your neighbourhood. You eat local food, why not try a local stay! If you need a get-away, or family coming to town and you don't have enough rooms (or bathrooms)? Come stay with us or send your family to us (or both). If the person making the booking has a: Washington State or British Columbia address = 10% off Vancouver Island/Gulf Islands/San Juan Islands address = 15% off Metchosin to Port Renfew address (including East Sooke) = 20% off In effect for bookings made between November 30, 2011 and April 15, 2012 for stays between November 30, 2011 and May 14, 2011. Valid on any available room/s or whole inn rental. May not be combined with other specials or discounts.

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  • Hot Deal: Early blooming Rhodo special 20% off 2 night stay

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$CAD 169
    • Savings:20%
    • Discount rate:$CAD 135

    It’s spring on the island! Celebrate the early blooming rhododendrons with us (they typically start blooming in mid January, they started in December 2011). Enjoy the flowers in our mature west coast garden with 20% off your 2 night stay.

    Captain''s Quarters

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$199

    Stunning view of the Strait of Juan de Fuca from king bed. Private bathroom. Inroom soaker tub for two under wall of windows for star gazing. Private entrance. Wireless internet.

    Three Cedars

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      2 Double

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$199

    Spacious room with three beds (two double and a twin). Share your holiday not your bed. Hardwood floors, private entrance and private balcony overlooking the gardens, sitting area, large bathroom, twin sinks, large soaker tub. Wireless internet. Children over 10 years of age welcome in this room.

    Yama shoken

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$189

    Channel your zen master in this Japanese-inspired room. Serene, simple, spacious ocean and mountain view room done calming earth tones. New king-size or two extra-long twin Sealy pillow-top bed set, with allergy protection and 400 count sheets. Full en-suite bathroom designed for wheelchair accessibility. Outside entrance door to the private ocean-view patio. Yama Shoken is "mountain view" (in Japanese) Maximum Occupancy: 2.

    Playa del Norte

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$189

    Have a Mexican holiday without the airplane trip. This newly redecorated, warm, bright, south-facing, ocean front room on the main floor has hardwood floors, private bathroom, comfortable sitting area, outside door to ocean-view furnished patio. Queen bed with new Sealy pillow-top mattresses with allergy protection. Wireless internet. Maximum Occupancy: 2.

    Raven

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$179

    This First Nations-inspired room features Native art and a Hudson Bay Company point blanket on queen size bed. Also has a queen sofabed, outside door to private patio nestled in the gardens, ensuite bathroom. Wireless internet.

    Carmanah Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$179

    Comfortable and private room with queen size bed, private full bathroom, outside door to the furnished patio nestled in the gardens. Children welcome. Room also has twin sofa bed and child-size roll-away cot. Pets welcome. Additional charges apply for extra persons or pets.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm - 6pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: 2 night minimum on weekends from May 16 to October 15

    • Deposit amount required: First night's stay

    • Cancellations: Upon reservation your credit card will be charged for your first night's stay. However, you may pay the balance with cash, Interact, Visa, or Master card. If you must cancel, we ask that you give us a minimum of 14 days notice. If you cancel prior to 14 days, your card will be refunded less a $25 fee. If you cancel with less than 14 days notice, unless we are able to re-book your room, your first night's stay will not be refunded.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Certain rooms will accommodate children

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA/CAA
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • Seniors, 65 and older
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Recipes

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  • Location Type

    • Island

    • Oceanside

    • Village

    City

    • Victoria

    • Distance to city: 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Follow Hwy #1 to Sooke/Colwood turnoff - exit #10 - (Junction of Hwy 14) and follow #14 to Village of Sooke. Go through the only traffic light in the village and continue on another 8 1/2 miles (14km).

    Airport

    • Victoria, BC, Canada (YYJ)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Botanical Beach

    • West Coast Trail

    • Pacific Marine Circle Route

    • Sooke Potholes

    • French Beach Provicial Park

    • Juan de Fuca Trail

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Beach combing

    • Whate Watching

    • Hot tubing

    • Honey farm & meadery

    • Artist Studios

    • Spa Treatments

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    Disappointing !

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Found the innkeeper quite unfriendly. We will not be recommending this place.

    Best vacation - best location - best hosts

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We found this on an internet "deal" - and well worth it ..... a real vacation, without distraction of TV made us look for and find real gems in Sooke. Thanks to our hosts for accommodating us...

    A beautiful blue gem hidden by the sea...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    A wonderful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life...a superb view of the ocean surrounded by charming gardens and lush rainforest. The hosts Lori and Andy are very warm and gracious. Rooms are beautifully appointed and clean...each one unique. Breakfasts are a superb culinary experience, enjoyed in a rich log common area with a wood fireplace. Can't wait to return ...

    Different strokes for different folks

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    In my opinion a B & B should include breakfast, even in off season. We were disappointed that there were no TV's in the rooms or even in the common room yet there were 2 satelite dishes on the premises. Also the hot tub was not working and we weren't told about it in advance. Although we were disappointed with these things we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would return again. The rooms were extremely comfortable and clean, the hosts were very nice people and it was a very relaxing and peaceful stay. The site of the B & B is absolutely fabulous as well, breathtaking views and an eagle's nest right on site. They also treated our dog wonderfully, and we really appreciated it.

    Innkeeper Response
    Dear Guest First and foremost, thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback about your stay. And we’re delighted to know that you would return despite the fact that we did not meet your expectations on all fronts. We apologize that we weren't able to offer you one of our critically-acclaimed breakfasts. It is difficult to find and keep fresh lovely fare available during our quiet season. So we operate our inn more as a "vacation rental" from November until April. All the rooms are the same price and the pricing reflects the fact that breakfast is not provided. Many guests appreciate a chance to be without a schedule in the morning. We do hope you’ll return during our "bed and breakfast" season, April to October so that we can try to spoil you with our breakfasts. Likewise, we share your disappointment in not having a working hot tub. The tub ‘died’ during a recent power outage & freeze – we’re planning to replace it with a new, shiny, energy-efficient one in the near future. We chose to omit TVs and CD players from our guest rooms as a feature, to help our guests unplug. There is a TV available for guests, in our downstairs common space, near the kitchenette, with a DVD player & small library of movies. We occasionally forget to inform guests about these amenities, so again, we apologize. (FYI - one of the satellite dishes is our former satellite internet - thankfully no longer needed as high speed is now available in our area. The other satellite dish belonged to the former owner and we have not gotten around to removing it. And lastly - an eagle update - our resident bald eagles Shirley & Otto have recently returned for another round of nesting – we suspect the eggs have already been laid, ready to hatch in the next month or so. With luck, we’ll be seeing the fledglings in the nest by late May or June! Thank you again for staying with us. Happy travels, Lori & Andy

    - Lori LeCount (innkeeper)

    A Special Place

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    That phrase has become something of a cliche but in this case is entirely appropriate. Excellent inn keepers, outstanding breakfasts, and powerful beach. Not your typical touristy b-and-b. We are grateful to have stayed.

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