12 Reviews of Property 132351 in Vancouver, British Columbia

We just came back from Vacation to celebrate our 10th anniversary with friends and family. We stayed at Serenity and we had a wonderful time. As many others have stated, the view is just breath taking. Photos do not do it justice.

The home was large and comfortable, with nice leather sofas in front of a huge rock fireplace. The bedrooms are very nicely sized and each bed is a log bed which is perfect since the home is a large log home!

The kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. The deck gives you a 180 degree view of Howe Sound and it is really stunning.

The owner supplies an incredibly detailed manual that will explain everything about the house, although it's really not that complicated.

We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again and would highly recommend it!

The pros: 1) As others have stated, views are incredible; photos don't do justice. 2) Home is extremely spacious, with bedrooms/bathrooms on three levels, thus loads of privacy for our three families uniting for the American Thanksgiving weekend. 3) Location is superb: we enjoyed easy access to Stanley Park aquarium and Black Friday shopping (yes, in Canada too!) in downtown Vancouver, as well as an easy daytrip to Whistler. 4) Radiant heating kept the home remarkably comfortable over a cold weekend. 5) Owner provides the best briefing materials I've ever seen, having rented VRBO homes from Hawaii to Martha's Vineyard.

The cons: The home should not be described as a "luxury log home." I've shared my thoughts on this with the owner directly (no financial dispute here). There is nothing "luxury" about it. It is a large home with average finishes/furnishings, in need of considerable maintenance. The owner does a disservice by setting renters' expectations for luxurious accommodations. Before committing, I would suggest asking for photos of kitchen appliances (while the owner focuses on the new stovetop, the single oven and dishwasher need to be replaced) and all bedrooms/bathrooms, which, while clean, are quite basic. We found one bedroom unusable because of an overwhelming odor of mold/mildew. The hot tub, located under the front entry stairway, was not inviting. The extremely steep driveway was manageable for most of us but quite a challenge for 87-year-old grandma.

All in all, had we been expecting an average-quality home with a fabulous view in a great location,we would have felt better about the experience. But we walked in expecting a "luxury home" and were disappointed. It's all in the expectations.

Our family rents vacation homes each year. We've rented beautiful homes all over the world in Paris, New York, Switzerland, etc. In all our stays I can say that we've never stayed in a home with a view as amazing as this one. You stand on the deck and it's just amazing - all that blue water with picturesque islands from left to right. Words really can't express how beautiful this place is.

The home is a large, spacious luxury log home and you'll feel right at home the moment you walk in. Big comfy leather sofas in the main hearth with a huge fireplace that just speaks to romance and coziness. The kitchen isn't luxurious, but is clean, kept up, and had everything we needed to serve the 14 of us.

We haven't ever returned to a vacation home but our group definitely is considering returning to this gem of a home.

Just gorgeous.

The location of this home is exactly as described and the views from the deck are outstanding. The driveway/parking is a little tricky but was not a problem for us. That being said, the interior and upkeep of the house was very disappointing. The few pictures provided do not truly represent the interior or exterior of the home. For example, the deck of the master bedroom was not safe and had "caution" tape on one end of it so seemed unusable. The main floor deck was useable but also has a fairly noticeable tilt to it. The grill did not work - although we could get it started, the grates were so dirty that it did not generate enough heat/flame. Inside, the decor was very outdated and worn. Carpets are stained, wallpaper and paint have not been updated in a long time. Windows in one of the bedroom were not able to be opened because of "stripped" gears and the screen door in that room also was ripped - so essentially could get no fresh air into this room. The kitchen has also not had attention in awhile - the sink is scratched and appliances are old (although working). Food was in the cupboards and freezer. Finally, not all of the beds were properly made up (ie., no pillowcases on pillows) and although we could find these items, I don't think we should have to do this. Towels also not distributed throughout bathrooms. As an owner of a different VRBO property, I would be mortified to have people stay in a place with noticeable deficiencies in upkeep. Given what we paid for this rental, our group was very disappointed and would not stay again.

WOW!!!!! What a great time.... This was our annual family vacation that was made up of 5 couples and a total of 11 people, all adult age. The home was awesome and very comfortable. It had plenty of space to relax and get together and discuss the adventures of the day. The house is very centrally located for things you may want to do. It seems like every day we took off in a different direction but never were too far from what we wanted to do, and there is so much to do there. Wayne provided great information before the trip and was VERY prompt in answering any questions I had prior and during the trip. Everything you will need for the most part is provided at the house except the food. The kids (ages 23-27) enjoyed the hot tub most nights after a long exhausting day.

This property provided everything we expected and more. Our only regret is that we only had one week to enjoy the house and the area.

Our family had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful "serene" home to celebrate our Mom and Dad's 60th wedding anniversary. The pictures on the website exactly depict the look and style of the home.There was lots of space for adults and children to gather, play games and enjoy each other's company without feeling as though we were crowded. We were pleased to find that there was plenty of cooking supplies provided; the sleeping accommodations were great - very comfortable; the property was very clean and well-maintained; the beach was great (even in the rain); the hot tub was a bit small but it was still very relaxing after a day of hiking. Wow... the sunsets just have to be seen to understand how beautiful they are. I would certainly recommend this property and will specifically request this property when our travels take us back to Lions Bay. Thank you! Our anniversary celebration was a great success.

Our family comprising three generations enjoyed a week at Serenity. It was even better than the photos showed. Lots of room for everyone. Owner gave us detailed information which enabled us to enjoy the home and the environs immediately. It was clean and ready for us to enjoy. The view is spectacular the many rooms and the deck! Enjoyed seafood at Trolls Restaurant in Horseshoe Bay and took a day trip on the ferry to the Sunshine Coast. Shannon Falls hiking was great as was the Britannia Mine Museum...all just a few minutes from the home. We would heartily recommend this home to friends and family. Thank you Wayne and Maya

My family and I stayed at this property for a couple of nights. We used it for a family retreat which included three separate families with small children. The home was big enough for the all of us which made for a great experience. The view was breathtaking and you could enjoy your morning coffee from the front balcony while over looking the ocean. The above photos definitely do not do it justice. The area is very quite which made the whole experience more relaxing. The home is beautiful and there are really no words to really express how amazing it is. Even the drive up was beautiful. The owner of the property was very helpful and quick to respond to our questions. He provided us with all the information we needed to make our stay even more enjoyable. My whole family agreed that we would stay here again.