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a few days into your stay you'll find yourself saying "really, another rainbow!"

a few days into your stay you'll find yourself saying "really, another rainbow!"

the massive lower lawn is a great place to spend the whole day

the massive lower lawn is a great place to spend the whole day

view from the private beach at low tide

view from the private beach at low tide

plenty of parking up at the house

plenty of parking up at the house

this shot was taken from the 10 tree orchard above the main house

this shot was taken from the 10 tree orchard above the main house

BC's 2nd largest Copper Beech is right in the front yard (1st is in Victoria)

BC's 2nd largest Copper Beech is right in the front yard (1st is in Victoria)

Living room 1

Living room 1

Living Room 2

Living Room 2

Living & Dining

Living & Dining

Kitchen 1

Kitchen 1

Dining Room

Dining Room

Master bedroom with the perfect view.

Master bedroom with the perfect view.

Master Bedroom View

Master Bedroom View

double bedroom, smaller than other rooms but has a fireplace!

double bedroom, smaller than other rooms but has a fireplace!

double bedroom, smaller than other rooms but has a fireplace!

double bedroom, smaller than other rooms but has a fireplace!

Such a comfy and private room. Ensuite bathroom and chaise lounge not in photo

Such a comfy and private room. Ensuite bathroom and chaise lounge not in photo

kingsized bedroom with gorgeous forest views through these tall windows

kingsized bedroom with gorgeous forest views through these tall windows

Some might want to spend all day just in this room ;-)

Some might want to spend all day just in this room ;-)

  • Bedrooms5
  • Sleeps12
  • 3 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 3 nights
 

Photos and Description of the Salt Spring Island vacation chateau / country house rental
Chateau / Country House, 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, (Sleeps 10 in beds)

This is the very best of West Coast Canada!

Watch the seaplanes land and sailboats pass by as you relax on your private oceanfront estate. Gorgeous sweeping views of Ganges Harbour are visible from nearly all rooms of this one of a kind heritage retreat.

A vast variety of birds and other wildlife make this 4 acre property home. Watch the swans, eagles, hummingbirds, quail and other exotic birds from the enormous picture window and expansive veranda. Raccoons, otters, deer and other critters are curious, safe and plentiful.

There is much to do here for all ages. On the property, there is plenty of exploring to do, and the 300 feet of private beach front to enjoy. The main lawn is large enough for a soccer game or a big wedding. Pick fruit and berries at several times of the year, then bake them into a pie in the great kitchen that looks into the gorgeous back gardens.

Various flowers are usually blooming all over the park-like gardens and landscaped terraces. Numerous exploration paths weave throughout the property.

Off the property, hiking, kayaking, sailing, golfing, fine dining, casual dining, patio drinking, swimming, shopping, scuba diving, a day at the spa, fishing, yoga, farmers markets, etc... are all close at hand.

The house is set up perfectly for entertaining and relaxing alike. With plenty of space indoors, the adults can enjoy the evening with a roaring fire in the main living room, while the kids use the spacious upper living room to watch movies on the big screen and play games of all sorts. There are plenty of bedrooms to go around, all beautifully furnished and well appointed. The three full bathrooms mean that no one is waiting for their turn for a shower. The big gourmet kitchen provides the space to cook a grand meal while onlookers enjoy a glass of wine without every getting in the way.

I guarantee you will love your stay here as much as we do!

This house is operated by the Island Heritage Appreciation Club which allows members to use it to cover the costs. Membership is open to all those who appreciate well-maintained heritage properties.

Keywords: Rustic luxury, waterfront, view, views, Saltspring, Ganges, convenient, marina, island, private, landscaped, heritage, Vancouver, Victoria, British Columbia, acreage, farmers market, orchard, garden, family

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About Michael

I'm a city boy from Vancouver, who has always dreamed of enjoying and maintaining an island heritage property (You don't so much 'own' such a property as take your turn looking after it)

Traveling is in my blood, but I love the natural wonders and serenity of the Gulf Islands of British Columbia more than anywhere else I have been privileged enough to visit.

An environmentalist at heart, I am sensitive to keeping this property chemical free and the house as healthy a living space as possible.

Michael purchased this chateau / country house in 2001
Why Michael chose Salt Spring Island

We fell in love with this late 19th century estate when a friend bought it many years ago. Every opportunity to visit that came up, we made it a priority to get there.

This is one of those properties that changes your life in so many ways, and all of them for the better.

What makes this chateau / country house unique

Once you arrive at this property, you no longer need your car. Everything you need is within close walking distance. But when you enter and close the gate behind you, you are in a private world all your own and the outside world ceases to exist. It is the very best of all worlds!

7 Reviews of Property 395893 in Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
average rating of 5.0 based on 7 reviews
business
Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
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Ganges Salt Spring Island
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

5 out of 5!

Submitted: January 3, 2013 Stayed: September 2012
Perfect for a family vacation or reunion. The house is large (we were 8 grownups & 2 toddlers) with lots of nooks etc so everyone can hang out together or get away with their own space. More importantly it is also bright, comfortably furnished, and feels completely private (at the end of about 300m driveway up a hill), yet so close to Ganges town with a bakery/coffee shop literally across the road at the end of the driveway. Children play park also just 1 minute further away.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
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Ganges Salt Spring Island
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
5

Family get together 2012

5 of 5
Submitted: September 4, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
The property was beautiful. The house was charming with all amenities and comfortable. The closeness to Ganges was very convenient and we made good use of the restaurants and the ice cream shop. The only slight was the large "Treated Runoff" sign next to the house, which gave us some pause on allowing the children to play beach front, so we made day trips to the the large number of beaches around the island. We tend to try a now location each year, but this location is one we'll try to go back to some time.
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers
Helpful votes: 1/2
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Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
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Ganges Salt Spring Island
Calgary, AB
5

Fantastic Place !

5 of 5
Submitted: August 12, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
The property, house, location and the view are all outstanding. Eight of us fit comfortably. It is only a short walk to nearly restaurants, shops and markets. The owner is great to deal with and made it easy for us to book and enjoy our holiday. One of the best surprises is a bakery across the street. Highly recommended spot !
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p395893vbi
Ganges Salt Spring Island
Pitt Meadows, British Columbia
5

Beautiful location

5 of 5
Submitted: July 13, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We had a wonderful family reunion/vacation at this mansion. The best location with a beautiful view. 6 adults, 6 kids and a dog had enough room to play outside and sleep inside too. Walking distance to the city and on the same time so private. Thank you Michael! hope will be back soon!
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p395893vbi
Ganges Salt Spring Island
Vancouver
5

Island Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: April 23, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
A fantastic house to gather with friends and family. It was everything we expected and more! Privacy, a beach, huge grounds for the kids to wander freely and just a stones throw from town. Bliss.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p395893vbi
Ganges Salt Spring Island
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
3

Wow!

Submitted: April 12, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
This is an incredible property! So close to everything but totally private... and the VIEW! Thanks Michael!
Helpful votes: 3/3
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Waterfront Heritage Mansion W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p395893vbi
Ganges Salt Spring Island
Coquitlam
5

An enchanted place

5 of 5
Submitted: April 12, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
What a surprise when we finally discovered this house! Wonderfully located, just minutes form the village of Ganges and yet in the middle of an enchanted forest with streams and wooden bridges. It is like a secret garden... The house has the charm of an older house but has all the comfort you need. It is light and bright with lots of windows which allow you to watch wildlife in the bay with the binoculars provided. The beach is accessible through the yard which is great for kids.
Michael, the owner was helpful and very easy to deal with.
I would recommend this property for family gatherings and family vacation.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 3/3