Family-friendly holiday rentals in Nanaimo

Modern 1 BR Suite “Work & Play” In Departure Bay

145 Golden Oaks Crescent is nestled in the hills of Departure Bay within minutes of ocean parks (Piper’s Lagoon/Neck Point Park), Departure Bay Beach, and the hiking trails of Linley Valley. This modern 1 BR suite is located in the Northern part of Nanaimo with easy access to numerous restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, groceries and retail shops. Minutes from downtown and the hospital, this peaceful place also provides a great place to work from “home” while you are away. Children welcomed

Carriage house on the rock!

Carriage House on the Rock is a two minute walk to Westwood Lake Park that offers world-class mountain bike trails and hiking. A cozy one bedroom carriage house that is fully appointed. A 6km walk around the lake, or if you are feeling adventurous, a 3 hour hike up Mount Benson and its amazing views are nearby. Only three km to downtown, & float planes to Vancouver. Walking distance to VIU, Aquatic Center, and Nanaimo Ice Center. We are centrally located but offer a quiet remote getaway.

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😊

Gorgeous Guest Suite in Nanaimo

Welcome to our Nanaimo getaway! Tucked away in a peaceful suburban neighborhood, our cozy guest suite is the perfect base for exploring Nanaimo's west coast charm. Just a few minutes drive from the ferry terminal and downtown attractions, enjoy easy access to the heart of the city as well as lakes, beaches and outdoors adventure. Enjoy modern comforts, including a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary breakfast items and yard access. Make yourself at home in our laid back island lifestyle!

Private 2 bedroom Licensed Oceanview Quiet Oasis

Private 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge area & kitchenette. Large windows face ocean, mountain, and garden views. Laundry facilities. Hosts are in separate part of same house. Shared driveway and backyard. Clean, comfortable, and appealing. Queen bed in each bedroom, sitting sofas in your lounge area. Larger bedroom also has fold out with double mattress. Central Vancouver Island, near shopping, beaches, walking trails. Lovely quiet backyard. No pets. No smoking or vaping on property.

The Golden Oak

Come enjoy The Golden Oak on Golden Oaks, where modern comfort meets outdoor adventure. Our newly built suite is framed by Linley Valley forest, where you can walk, bike, and hike the scenic trails. We’re minutes away from Neck Point Park and Pipers Lagoon where you can enjoy the beach, mountains, and coastline. Our suite is a quiet place to relax on your own private patio under a string lit pergola. The Golden Oak is a quiet retreat in nature's backyard. We can't wait to welcome you.

Aurora and Jason's Cozy Suite

1 Bedroom suite with 2 double beds, a full kitchen, living room with a 40 inch TV and a dining table. A washer and dryer and a full 3 piece washroom is in the suite. EV charger available for additional charge. The location is in south Nanaimo. We are a 10 minute drive from downtown and the Airport, Duke Point and VIU. Departure Bay is about 15 minutes away. Nanaimo River Park is a short drive away. Cedar is 10 minutes away. There is transit near by with a walk from the bus stop.

Benson View Micro Studio - Private Door and Bath

A licensed clean cozy convenient micro studio + private bathroom and entrance - easy self check-in, free parking, full-sized bed (54" x 75", fits a solo or slim duo), near downtown, VIU, schools, hospital, sports arenas, ferries, 4 bus routes nearby, embraced by beautiful parks and trails, pretty mountain view. drive 5 mins or walk 20 mins to downtown/waterfront/VIU, drive 10 mins to Departure Bay. Tip: book multiple nights to save on cleaning, as it is charged once per booking.

Petit Paradis Linley

"PRIVATE ENTRY GUEST ROOM NEXT DOOR TO THE BEST TRAILS AND BEACHES NANAIMO HAS TO OFFER! We are located in a nice, friendly neighbourhood, and are happy to offer a safe and comfortable space for you to enjoy a little piece of paradise. Your room has a covered entry and is accessed by 4 outside steps. You will have your own private washroom with a tub and shower, outdoor seating space, and free parking. Owners live upstairs. Washer/dryer available for longer stays. No pets.

Old City Quarter Miners Cottage

Private small one bedroom miners cottage in quite downtown neighborhood. Close to many amenities, VIU & hospital. Easy walk to the seawall, shopping and many restaurants. The cottage is set in a lovely garden with seating under the gazeboor under the grape arbor. Both hosts John and Marc are artists and have a small show room on the property that we a happy to open if our guests have a desire to see more of our art. Sorry we are unable to accept same day guests.

Ocean View Suite on Dewar Rd

Our suite is a stunning, newly built one-bedroom retreat, featuring a 9’ ceiling and a generous 810 SF space. It features a 58" smart TV, and a fully equipped kitchen, ensuring a high-quality lifestyle during your travels. Revel in the breathtaking sunrise and sunset from your private balcony, with a magnificent view of the ocean and mountains across the Georgia Strait. Conveniently located, our suite is an ideal base to discover Vancouver Island’s allure.

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.