Markham House 1775 Connie Road Sooke British Columbia V9Z 1C8 Canada http://www.markhamhouse.com Phone: +1-250-642-7542 Fax: +1-250-642-7538 Toll-free: +1-888-256-6888

General Information

At Markham House one experiences the magical blend of 'the wild and the tamed'. Walking the landscaped grounds or climbing the trails through your private forest will refresh even the weariest of travelers. In addition to our two charming guestrooms we feature the fireplace'd Honeymoon Suite and guest parlor filled with antiques. Our secluded "Honeysuckle Cottage" features large deck with private hot tub, big beams, woodstove, lounge, and old world decoration.

Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)

• Accommodations: 2 bdrms, Suite, & Pvt. Cottage
• There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 95.00 and $CAD 215.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 105.00 and $CAD 225.00
• The rate for each additional person is $CAD 25.00
• Other Accommodations: Romantic Ste. & Pvt Cottage
  M.H. features 2 comfortable guest bedrooms, a luxurious Honeymoon Suite in the main house with full ensuite bath, king bed with feather bed, fireplace, double jaccuzzi separate from bathroom. Full size Hot Tub avail. for guests of main house. Also, Honeysuckle Cottage with large private Hot tub, b.b.q. woodstove in living room, queen bedroom, full bath, breakfast delivered to your door--romantic privacy and seclusion

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: at your leisure
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room , Suite, Breakfast/dining area, In room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Turn down Brownies or Cookies, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
• Special meals available: Special Diet, Vegan, Low Fat, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Sally's freshly baked buttermilk scones
  Sally's special recipe; freshly baked each morning received acclaim equaled by the comfort of the luxurious feather beds and the decadance of the double jaccuzzi style tub in the Garden Suite

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Patio & gardens)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets (Pets allowed in Honeysuckle Cottage)
• Accommodations are not suitable for children (Children 10 yrs + welcomed in cottage)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Soft drinks, bottled water, ice available in guest pantry)
• Deposit amount required (Credit Card Number taken to guarantee reservation, processed only upon departure. 7 day cxlation policy)
• Check in time is 3pm-6pm and Check out time is 11am
• Cancellations:
  7 day cancellation policy. Reservations cancelled within 7 days of intended arrival MAY be subject to a cancellation fee should the room not be able to be re- rented. Credit card number required to secure reservation, not processed until departure.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • B.C. Innkeeper's Guild
  • Sooke Bed and Breakfast Association
  • Sooke Region Tourism Association
  • Tourism Victoria
  • Victoria's Finest Bed and Breakfasts
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Tudor style, gabled roof
• Built in 1981
• Opened for business in 1994
• Restored / Remodeled in 1995
• Parking available (Lots of free parking)

Location

• Geographic region: Vancouver Island
• Location is best described as: butchart gardens, juan de fuca trail, sooke harbour house, sooke potholes, victoria, west coast trail, Countryside, Island, Small town
  
• Nearest major city: Victoria, BC (15 miles East)
• Directions to property:
  Highway 17 to McKenzie (R) to Highway 1, North to Highway 14, West 10 miles to Connie Rd (L) 500 yds. IF TRAVELLING BY CAR FERRY FROM WASHINGTON STATE OR VANCOUVER,(TWAWASSEN) PLEASE UNDERSTAND THE FERRY SCHEDULES AND ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME TO TRAVEL TO YOUR CHOSEN FERRY TERMINAL.
• Nearest major airport: YYJ 30 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Follow highway 17 to the McKenzie exit (directs you north to Nanaimo). Follow Mckenzie to Highway 1 go north on #1 to Colwood,Sooke,Port Renfrew exit. Take exit (bends under #1 and points you west on #14. Follow #14 for 10 miles into the country to Connie Road (our blue and white sign is at the Highway saying "Lodging, Markham House Bed and Breakfast" Turn left and go up Connie Road 1/4 mile--Markham House is on the left --Large Tudor (Victorian Style in large Garden)

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Sally & Lyall
  Retired hotel manager & wife enjoy gardening, cooking, decorating, golfing, traveling, reading, hiking and most importantly entertaining.
• The innkeepers speak: English, French
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Cycling the Galloping Goose Trail, Sooke Harbour House, Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, Kayaking in Sooke Harbour, Hatley Castle, Sooke Potholes, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sea Diving, Surfing (winter), Wind Surfing, Whale watching, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports