We had a fantastic stay at this cottage. It was super clean and stocked with everything you need. The beds and linens were comfortable and the open concept kitchen/eating/living room was ideal for hanging out. The deck is large with lots of seating and the BBQ worked well. The owner thoughtfully included movies, games, and puzzles. The view is pretty to look at but this is not a swimming beach. If you paddle board or kayak you can easily launch off the lawn when the tide is up (too muddy when the tide is out). Paddling up Whaler Bay and a little beyond was spectacular. This cottage has an amazing location. You can walk to the little shops and the ferry. We really enjoyed swimming and kayaking/boarding at Cain Beach which is 5 minutes or less of a drive from the cottage. We found a lot of amazing beaches and hikes on Galiano Island. Overall, we had a great vacation and would come back!