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Fernwood House - Renovated Modern One Bedroom ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

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Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fernwood House - Renovated Modern One Bedroom ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Renovated suite in Fernwood House. You will love this modern ground floor one bedroom! There is a large kitchen with stainless appliances including dishwasher and a dining table for four. The bathroom boasts heated tile floor, a tub/shower, vanity and toilet. The living room is furnished with a three seater couch, a lounge chair, a small desk and an electric fireplace. Curl up and read a book, watch the Smart TV or sit and work. At night enjoy the Simmons Beautyrest queen size bed. Note: bedroom carpet, bedroom dresser, couch and desk are new in September 2022. Also see our studio listing on VRBO at 875580.

Note: We are licensed for Non-Transient Accommodation and have a one month minimum stay. A small discount is available for stays of six months or longer.

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AMENITIES
• Luxurious Simmons Beautyrest pillow-top queen size bed.
• 39' Smart TV -- equipped with complimentary Netflix and Roku. Easily connects to your computer. No cablevision.
• Contemporary furnishings with large living room.
• Stainless steel appliances including a Samsung 5 element ceramic-top range, dishwasher and microwave/fan. Low profile LG Fridge.
• Kitchen includes: blender, coffee maker, French press, coffee bean grinder, kettle, toaster and all dishes/pots and pans.
• All bed linens and towels
• Full size tub/shower.
* Heated bathroom floor
• Electric fireplace with multiple heat and colour settings.
• Shared coin laundry conveniently located just outside of the suite’s entrance.
Cold wash only: $1 and $2 for dryer


LOCATION
Fernwood House is centrally located in the heart of Victoria.
• Royal Jubilee Hospital is an 8-10 minute walk away.
• The quaint Fernwood village is a 3-5 minute walk and includes the famous Balfry Theatre, Fernwood Inn, Stages Bar and a number of other lovely businesses.
• Hillside Mall is a 3 minute drive or 15 minute walk and offers Thrifty's Foods, Starbucks, Shoppers Drug Mart, BC Liquor Store and dozens of other retail shops and restaurants.
• Camosun College is a 15-20 minute walk.
• The University of Victoria is easily reached by bus, bike or car - or a 30 minute walk.
• The Parliament Buildings and main downtown area can be easily reached by walking, bus, bike or car

Property manager

Neil and Heidi Piller

Languages

English, Finnish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 00031094

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Apartment
Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Victoria
Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom
Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Apartment
Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Victoria
Fernwood House Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Apartment
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Apartment Fernwood House - Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom
Fernwood House - Freshly Renovated Modern One Bedroom Victoria
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About the area

Map
Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Royal Jubilee Hospital - 17 min walk
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 18 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 5 min drive
  • Victoria Harbour - 5 min drive
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken 649 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Romeo's Place - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Fantastico Specialty Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fernwood House - Renovated Modern One Bedroom ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Fernwood House - Renovated Modern One Bedroom ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ located?

Located in Fernwood, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from West Coast Trail and within 3 miles (5 km) of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Royal Athletic Park and Lower Johnson Street are also within 15 minutes.

Fernwood House - Renovated Modern One Bedroom ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb long term stay
I moved to Victora and needed a place to stay while finding a house to buy. Unexpectedly, I ended up staying for 6 months. The apartment was very quiet and the kitchen was exceptionally well equipped...with even a salad spinner! I would highly recommend this VRBO apartment. It is located within walking distance of all types of shops, services and attractions. The owners are extremely attentive to detail, and very responsive to requests and questions. Definitely a 5 star experience.
Stayed 180 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aviva E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neighbourhood gem!
This was the perfect place for us in Victoria. The apartment is very comfortable and we love the location. I would stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 44 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ann & Dick Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
We stayed for the month of April. The unit was as described. It was clean, cozy, well equipped and located in a quiet neighbourhood. We had only two issues and Neil responded very quickly to both of them. Being on the lowest level of the house, there were occasional walking sounds from the unit above, but this should be considered normal for a wood frame building. For those who like walking, the relatively flat streets in the area made for satisfying walks.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
our stay at fernwood
great improvements. had a wonderful time and will see you next year
Stayed 40 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness
All things good…
Location, cozy suite, well equipped and squeaky clean. Who can ask for more? Close to town, hospital, shopping and dining. Great city for cycling and exploring.
Stayed 42 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Muriel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, clean, well appointed apartment,
This is a lovely place to stay, everything you might need is here. There is a coffee spot about 10 minutes away and a square 15 -20 mins away with a bar, restaurants, and a couple of grocery, convenience stores. A shady leafy street with lots of trees. Lots of space and although a semi basement apartment, there is good lighting, with lots of windows. The neighbour's are friendly and the hosts are very helpful and responsive. Definitely recommend this vrbo.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great suite, great location
Everything about out stay was good. The hosts are very responsive. The unit had everything we needed and was in a good location. The next door neighbours were also really friendly
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Victoria Stay
I stayed here while working in town and thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Hosts were very accommodating and responsive and the apartment was extremely well stocked and tidy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Carole L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our one month stay in Victoria
We were very impressed with the cleanliness as soon as we entered the condo. Location is excellent for walking to downtown, and local restaurants and coffee shop. Hosts are fabulous with very quick response to every question. If I had one suggestion, it would be to refurbish the laundry area. Loved our stay!
Stayed 30 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

june k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Great accommodation.
We stayed for 4 weeks. So lots of time. This is excellent for 2 people. The description is accurate. It's comfortable, well appointed. Check in, admin were all handled quickly and efficiently. Location is ideal..It's like a sweet spot which connects easily to water/coast on three sides, walking, golf, pubs and gardens. The weather was a bit mixed, but the flowers were spectacular. We will return
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
another lovely stay
Kitchen very well stocked with appliances, dishes and utensils. Bed very comfortable, however the living room badly needs the chesterfield replaced and a decent chair to sit in. On the whole a solid B+ rating. Ron Nurse
Stayed 40 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

alan v., canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay great communications
We stayed for 2 months. Just as others have said, the apartment was nicely laid out, nice artwork and design. Quiet neighbourhood and handy for exploring all of Victoria and beyond. Neil was a great communicator and fixed and problems (which was few). Ted next door is a great help always there if you have issues, and keeps the grounds clean and tidy.
Stayed 63 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
This place was awesome! Neil and Heidi were so helpful and replied quickly to answer our questions! We moved in with a lot of stuff and the rental had room to store it all! Great visit:)! Kitchen had all the amenities we needed and the neighbourhood was amazing!
Stayed 102 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Frances W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basement suite
Basement suite that has been made livable. Cement painted white with very hot base board heaters to try keep it warm. I had a small plastic bag from the Gap touch the heater - small part 2in x4 in melted onto the baseboard - got charged for a bran new heater on my credit card. In stead of a little bit of white paint. Not impressed!
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
OURS WAS A LONG STAY
The unit was exactly as pictured, amenities were great., especially loved the comfy bed & fireplace. Whether you have a car or not, the location is ideal for walking in the neighbourhood & public transportation is within steps. Communication with our host was always fast & friendly.
Stayed 56 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

jose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thus is the best place to stay in Victoria
We are so happy to here Feeling like home quiet And our communication with the owners It good .I recomend this please for family or friends is close to everything . Is perfect place to stay .
Stayed 96 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming back
We enjoyed the neighbourhood! Missed LittleJune’s cafe after the virus shut them down hope they are back up and running next year
Stayed 63 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Had a great stay - walking distance to downtown. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 60 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Heather B., Surprise, Arizona

Good location for sightseeing
Property is a nice size for 2. Quiet location and friendly neighbors in the rest of the building. Suite is on the north facing side so a bit dreary on cloudy days. Could use a nice narrow upright dresser in the bedroom. The one described as a small one is no more really than just a utility hall type cabinet. Very tiny. Vacuum cleaner was heavy and awkward. Kitchen needed more linens, cutlery and cooking utensils. Overall value for the price.
Stayed 60 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn & Don F., Gilbert AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
A 5 Star Stay - Thank You Neil&Heidi!
Neil&Heidi are Pros + are very welcoming as well as helpful:) We love Fernwood & the apartment is chic, clean, comfortable, & within walking distance to food, entertainment, & shopping. We Highly Recommend this Lovely Property & will return next summer!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Comforting
The overall property is really comforting and relaxing. the Neighborhood is friendly and peaceful. I took walks to the organic grocery store and cafe about 6 blocks down. Parking for this unit was great (back yard) as street parking can be challenging in this part of town. also a Taxi ride down town is only about $10. I was easily able to complete my laundry when others weren't using it, everyone is fairly peaceful. For me, the only time it may have been loud was there was maybe a family staying above me and they banged around and might have had a basket ball at one point but other than that, everyone is pretty respectful and I doubt you'll hear much else and I'm pretty sound sensitive. Neil is really friendly and nice to work with, my the table needed a quick repair and he came by and fixed it in less than 5 minutes. He was also kind enough to let both my parents stay for a few days as they helped me adjust to Victoria. All utilities and appliances work great, the internet cut in and out at times but I never had a problem with work or recreation. The addition of Netflix and various entertainment options saved me a few times on rainy days! Also Willow beach and Gonzalas beach are about 10 and 12 minutes away by car.
Stayed 48 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Fernwood house is excellent
Fernwood house is cozy, clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. We were very happy using it as our base to visit family nearby. The kitchen is well equipped, and there are nice cafes and a park close at hand. I would strongly recommend Fernwood House. We hope to return.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Shirley S.

Clean, cozy & convenient!
My husband and I wintered here from Jan 1 - Mar 30, 2019. The suite was nicely renovated, and was clean and well-equipped with pretty much everything we needed. The other residents were quiet and respectful - we had no noise/party issues at all. As noted in a previous review, we could hear footsteps from the suite above during the day/early evening (not at night), but they were not obtrusive. The bed and linens were very comfortable. We had a few instances of sporadic internet connection/speed issues, but they did not last long and were infrequent. The neighbourhood was lovely - a nice combination of older homes with families and converted rental properties. The neighbours next door were also quiet and the location was very convenient. We love to walk, so we walked pretty much anywhere we wanted to go (bus service was about a 2 minute walk as well, although we did not use it) - we shopped at Thrifty's Hillside or Fairway Quadra (15-20 mins) almost every day; the Fernwood Inn and Fernwood Pizza were favourites (10 mins); Koffi and the Little Local General Store (8 mins) were also great nearby places. There were also a couple of convenience stores within an 8-10 min walk. Downtown Victoria and Oak Bay were about 30 mins and Cook Street Village was about 40. We did rent a car for about 10 days twice to explore other parts of the city and Island, so we did any "big" grocery runs at that point. Checking in and out was very easy and Neil and Heidi were really helpful and easy to work with. We recommend Neil and Heidi's clean, cozy and convenient suite in this lovely established neighbourhood of Victoria as an excellent value vacation rental property.
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Suited me perfectly to what I required
Very quiet, cozy and modern...centrally located close to downtown....a perfect relaxing and healing environment...
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Lisbeth T.

A cozy and clean stay in fernwood
This place is in a lovely neighbourhood. Its spotless and is recently renovated. Neil is very responsive and after a 3 week stay, I would happily return. Thank-You so much!
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2018