Thank you for choosing to stay with us in beautiful Campbell River — Vancouver Island's gateway to the wild.
The Seaview Suite is a bright, open-concept 3-bedroom home on an elevated lot with panoramic views of the Strait of Georgia and the Coast Mountains. Your private deck is the showpiece — mornings are something special as the sun rises over the strait, and cruise ships pass on the horizon. There's a telescope at the dining table for a closer look.
Your hosts, Julie and Dave, are lifelong locals. Dave has guided sport fishing in these waters for over 40 years. If you need fishing tips or local recommendations, don't hesitate to ask.
Your check-in details — including entry instructions — are provided in your booking confirmation message. Check your platform chat (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.) or email for everything you need to get in.
- No smoking inside. The property is 420-friendly on the deck only — use the provided ashtray. No smoking of any kind inside the home.
- Quiet hours: 9 PM – 9 AM. Please be mindful of neighbours and the homeowners below.
- Maximum 6 guests. No unregistered visitors overnight.
- No pets. The homeowners have a friendly dog who lives downstairs in the lower-level suite and fenced yard. She does not access the guest areas.
- No access to downstairs/basement. The lower level is the homeowners' private residence. The stairway is clearly marked.
- Cannabis note: The homeowners occasionally use cannabis on their lower balcony. If you have any concerns, let us know before check-in and they'll take precautions.
Garbage & Recycling
Use the large disposal receptacles provided outside the entrance. Please sort your recycling using the labeled receptacles.
If you're unsure what goes where, BC recycling guidelines are straightforward: paper/cardboard, plastics/cans, and general waste.
Climate Control
Central heating and air conditioning throughout. The thermostat is in the hallway — adjust as needed for comfort.
Ceiling fan in the primary bedroom. Portable fans available for additional airflow.
The blue brick fireplace in the living room is gas-operated.
To turn on/off: Flip the wall switch on the right side of the fireplace.
Important: Please turn off the fireplace before leaving the house and before going to bed.
Kitchen
Fully renovated kitchen with stainless steel fridge (French door), oven/range, dishwasher, and microwave.
Coffee: Keurig (K-cups provided) + drip coffee maker (grounds provided). Extra supplies in the cleaner closet.
Also available: Blender, toaster, and a Margaritaville margarita maker.
Stocked: Full spice kit (garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herbs, paprika, red pepper flakes, cinnamon), new cookware set, glass baking tray, and all standard utensils.
Breakfast island seats 3 on stools. Dining table seats 4, with a telescope positioned at the window for ocean views.
Laundry
Stacked Electrolux washer and dryer in the hallway closet. Detergent is provided. Please clean the lint trap after each dryer cycle.
Iron and small ironing board available. Hair dryer in the main bathroom.
Towels & Linens
Fresh bed linens and towels are provided for all guests. Extra pillows and blankets are available in the bedroom closets.
Dark face cloths are in the first drawer of the main bathroom vanity — please use these instead of the white towels.
Beach towels are not provided — please bring your own if heading to the water.
Entertainment
65" Smart TV in the living room. Streaming apps are available — sign in with your own subscriptions (Netflix, Disney+, etc.).
Board games in the antique sideboard cabinet in the dining area: Imagination, stacking blocks, hotels, puzzles. Books and reading material on the right side.
The telescope at the dining table is yours to use. Point it toward the strait for cruise ships (May–September is peak season), eagles, and marine wildlife.
Margaritaville maker in the kitchen — blend up margaritas or frozen drinks.
Exercise: Yoga mats and weights in the Guest Bedroom 3 closet.
The Deck
The elevated deck has two zones:
Dining area: Table for 6 with market umbrella.
Lounge area: Fire pit (portable bowl-style) with lounge chairs.
The view is panoramic — ocean, Strait of Georgia, Coast Mountains. Mornings are spectacular as the sun rises over the water. Cruise ships pass through the strait May–September.
The fire pit is for ambiance and warmth only.
Do not roast marshmallows or build fires in the fire pit.
Never leave unattended.
Patio Furniture
All outdoor furniture is set up and ready. Julie (your host) will come up to tie down patio furniture before major storms. If you see her on the property, that's likely why — nothing to worry about.
BBQ
Gas BBQ on the deck with a new accessories set (tongs, spatula, brush). Propane tank is connected — let us know if it runs low.
Please clean the grill grates after use with the provided brush.
Storage
There's a gated outdoor storage area at the side of the house/deck for bikes or gear (not locked).
Remote Work
Dedicated workspace: desk nook in the living room with fast WiFi (866 Mbps). Ideal for remote work or catching up on emails.
Accessibility
Stairs required: Guests must climb a short flight of stairs from the carport entrance to reach the main living floor. There is no elevator or ground-level access.
Grab bars: The main bathroom walk-in shower has grab bars installed for stability.
Walk-in shower: Flat entry with glass sliding doors — no step-over tub.
Room-darkening shades in all bedrooms.
Safety Equipment
Fire extinguisher: Under the kitchen sink.
First aid supplies: Under the main bathroom sink.
Smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm installed.
Security
There is one exterior Ring camera that monitors the entrance area only. No interior cameras, no audio recording.
Dog on Property
The homeowners' dog lives in the lower-level suite and fenced yard. She's friendly with people but does not access the guest areas.
Property Manager
Retreat Vacation Rentals
1-833-636-1919
info@retreatvr.ca
Digital Guidebook
Scan or visit for restaurants, attractions, local tips, and more.
hostful.ly/northislandGetting There
| Rotary Beach Park | 5 min |
| Downtown / Discovery Pier | 11 min |
| Elk Falls Provincial Park | 13 min |
| Tyee Spit | 12 min |
| Mount Washington | 40 min |
| Comox Valley | 30 min |
| BC Transit (S Alder & Frances) | 5 min walk |
Dining & Shops
Willow Point for cafes and shops. Downtown for the Discovery Pier and waterfront dining. Comox Valley (~30 min) for farm-to-table and craft breweries.
Activities & Attractions
Fishing charters depart from Tyee Spit and Discovery Harbour. Dave (your host) has 40+ years of local guiding expertise — ask for recommendations.
Whale watching (May–October) from Discovery Harbour — orcas, humpbacks, and greys.
Elk Falls Provincial Park — suspension bridge, hiking. 13 min.
Quadra Island — 10 min ferry. Kayaking, Indigenous cultural experiences, Rebecca Spit.
Mount Washington — skiing or mountain biking. ~40 min.
Cruise ships transit Discovery Passage May–Sep. Watch from deck or telescope.
Checkout Checklist
- Gather used towels — leave them in a pile in the bathroom or laundry area.
- Throw away trash — tie up garbage bags and leave them in the disposal receptacles outside the entrance.
- Turn things off — lights, fans, TV, and the fireplace (wall switch on the right side).
- Lock up — lock the front door, return the key to the lockbox, and scramble the code.
- Start the dishwasher — please load and run the dishwasher with all dishes cleaned. Leave it running.
That's it! We'll handle the rest.
Thank you for staying with us — we hope you had a wonderful time.