Charming Seaside Cottage in Victoria's Historic Core

Property Overview

Discover the ultimate coastal escape in the heart of Victoria's most historic and picturesque neighborhood. Located in James Bay, this beautifully updated, single-story detached cottage effortlessly combines historic charm with crisp, modern sophistication. Steps from the rugged Dallas Road waterfront and the lush expanse of Beacon Hill Park, Sweet James Bay offers a bright, serene, and fully equipped sanctuary perfect for your extended coastal stay.

This home welcomes you with an iconic, cheerful yellow front door and a classic light blue exterior. Inside, the cottage boasts an open, sun-drenched floor plan featuring beautiful light hardwood floors, pristine white walls, and contemporary finishes throughout. The heart of the home is the compact, gourmet kitchen, beautifully designed with premium white cabinetry, marble-look countertops, and high-end stainless steel appliances—including a gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. Enjoy your morning coffee or an intimate dinner at the dark wood dining table, complete with two sleek black leather barstools.

Retreat to the peaceful bedroom oasis, which features a simple wooden headboard, a plush Queen bed styled with tranquil blue linens, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. For ultimate convenience, a premium stacked white washer and dryer are seamlessly integrated into the bedroom alcove. The spa-like bathroom is elegantly finished with a glass-enclosed walk-in shower, classic white subway tiling, a floating white vanity, and modern wood-look tile floors. Outside, enjoy a private deck, patio, and garden area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

As a single-story standalone home, you will enjoy total privacy with no upstairs neighbors and easy ground-level access. Additional in-unit amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi (250+ Mbps), a Smart TV, a dedicated desk and chair setup, and all essential linens, towels, and kitchen utensils.

Situated in the highly coveted, walkable community of James Bay, you are perfectly positioned to experience the very best of Victoria's natural beauty and landmark attractions. The Dallas Road waterfront is located just blocks away where you can stroll along scenic oceanfront paths, fly kites over open grassy fields, or take a memorable walk down the famous Ogden Point stone breakwater. Beacon Hill Park allows you to explore acres of manicured gardens, tranquil ponds, historic stone footbridges, and wandering peacocks right in your backyard. You can also easily walk to the vibrant, colorful houseboats of Fisherman's Wharf for fresh seafood, or head toward the inner harbour to take in the majestic British Columbia Parliament Buildings and the historic Empress Hotel.

Essential Stay Details

We are open to welcoming well-behaved dogs to the cottage, though strictly no cats or other animals are permitted.

A one-time $290 cleaning fee applies at the time of booking. Optional weekly or bi-weekly professional cleaning services can also be easily arranged on an hourly basis based on your needs.

As a Canadian-based company, our primary rates are in CAD. While some international platforms may convert prices to USD, a clear, transparent breakdown showing both currencies will be provided on the final page before you confirm your booking. We accept direct payments from all major credit cards except American Express.

Important Policies and Notes

Effective May 1, 2024, the BC Government has set the minimum stay for rentals in British Columbia at 90 days. If you see the option to book a shorter stay, be aware that some platforms display this to show the breakdown of the monthly rate for this property. Rates shown are based on 12-month stays, but various other lengths of stay are offered. Please send us an email or a message via CheckedIn for a custom quote based on your preferred details.

All CheckedIn properties maintain a strict smoke-free environment. A $500 bylaw fine applies for smoking or vaping (including marijuana) anywhere inside the unit or the building premises.

Ahead of your arrival date, CheckedIn will send comprehensive check-in information along with secure building access details directly to your inbox. Contactless check-in and checkout are available.

Because unexpected changes can happen, we always recommend purchasing comprehensive trip cancellation insurance. Once confirmed, your reservation remains refundable (less a $175 administrative fee) up until 30 days before your travel date. Within 30 days of travel, the booking becomes 100% nonrefundable. For multi-month stays, there are no administrative fees for schedule adjustments, provided a 30-day written notice of departure is submitted.

We hope your stay is so exceptional that you come back and see us again! If this specific unit is booked, please explore our other CheckedIn listings—we would love to find the perfect home for you.