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Charming Victoria Bed and Breakfast

March 13, 2009 | Tips from Us > Victoria, Accommodations
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I love old houses so imagine my delight when I got to stay a night in Victoria's charming Humboldt House B & B, built in 1893.  It is located just a few blocks from Victoria's Inner Harbour and Royal BC Museum and next to one of the City's most pleasant green spaces, the grounds in front of the St. Ann's Academy.  Each room is themed differently - I stayed in Edward's Room, named for its Edwardian charm but others would appeal too, such as the Oriental Room and the Celebration room.  This place would be perfect for a romantic getaway with its large jacuzzi tubs in each room, wood burning fireplaces, cozy furniture and gourmet champagne breakfasts (which are tucked into a basket and delivered to your room in the morning through a cool two-way pantry).  Even though I was in Victoria on business, I felt welcomed and completely 'at home' during my short stay.  Little extras like the 'help yourself Sherry' and cookies in the library upon my return from a run in the nearby Fairfield neighbourhood, or the relaxed and pleasant demeanour of the host, David.  Did I mention the breakfasts? WOW!  I chose shrimp and salmon crepes but I could have easily opted for the other mouth watering choices - which I will save for next time, and there will be a next time! 

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Posted by Kathleen, Vancouver at 01:57 PM

Treehouse Tents on Sunshine Coast

July 5, 2007 | Tips from Travellers > Sechelt, Accommodations
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I have never been a huge fan of camping but I love sleeping outside.  I may have finally found the answer at the Rockwater Secret Cove Resort on the Sunshine Coast.  They have 13 very luxurious treehouse tents that are simply out of this world.  The walls are made of some sort of canvas material with 'windows' in them which you can open up to feel like you are really outside...great when you are lounging in the 2 person soaker tub or enjoying a hot shower that has one of those large 'rain showerheads' - - both options ideal after a day of kayaking off the property with the folks at Halfmoon Bay Kayaking.  The restaurant at Rockwater serves wonderful food in a spectacular setting. And they have a spa too, which I didn't try but will on my next 'camping' trip.

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Posted by Kathleen, Vancouver at 03:57 PM