Do not hesitate to stay here.
Patricia and John’s home surpassed all expectations. Stunning location, outside space, friendly wildlife in the garden and trees, everything super clean with all the facilities you expect at home (and some) because this is their home, but also plenty of extra special touches, such as locally sourced essentials in the fridge and bathrooms, and fresh flowers in several rooms etc.
Patricia and John also surpassed all expectations as hosts. This is their home and they were working in the studio not far away, but gave us total privacy, but responded instantly to any question. They were both exceptionally helpful and flexible with arrangements especially as we were unusually without transport, and with their help, made it work. Their art that adorns the walls exudes colour, warmth and emotion just like the rest of the house and it was great to visit the studio and be drawn in by their passion for their work and Salt Spring Island.
SSI itself is very laid back, plenty of things to occupy a few days even if you get bored of waking up and watching deers on the lawn or orchard, vultures in the trees, rabbits around the side of the house or frogs in the BBQ, lazing around the pool, or dipping into a book from the great collection in the house. We found lots of walks, either around the lake, into Ganges and beyond and everyone we met was very friendly and accommodating.
I work in travel, travel extensively for work and business and this experience was definitely right up there. Patricia and John had thought about everything, and I’m very envious of the home they have created and thankful they decided to share it.