If you’re looking for a quiet, serene, and private place, far enough from the hustle and bustle of downtown but close enough for a short drive to many of the points of interest in Victoria, look no further. You’ll love staying at Anita’s studio.

Upon arrival, Anita was very communicative and arranged for us to let ourselves in. The studio was extremely clean and had several informational pamphlets, magazines, and maps about the area. The main part of the studio includes a bedroom, which you immediately walk in to, with the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept on. The fluffy comforter and pillows made it difficult for us to get up in the morning. The studio also has a small recently updated bathroom with a medicine cabinet to store everyday toiletries for easy access. The kitchenette is through the back of the studio and offers a decently sized mini fridge, a dual hot plate, a toaster oven, microwave, and accompanying utensils.

The location of the studio is literally across from the beach. You can see the beach from the front of her house and you have a magnificent view from her backyard. One morning, we even saw a 350 lb buck just hanging out in her neighbor’s yard. Needless to say, make sure you shut the gate because she wasn’t kidding! The neighborhood is safe, quiet, and within walking distance to small markets and coffee shops if you just want a quick bite or a pastry in the morning.

Staying with Anita was like staying with family; she was so sweet and welcoming to us, offering recommendations for things to do, places to visit, and tips for tourists. Our plans included going to Butchart Gardens for the fireworks show, but I was concerned about mosquitoes because I am extremely allergic to mosquito bites. Anita was so kind enough to let me borrow some Off spray to keep the bugs away.

I highly recommend staying here. We would have stayed longer if we hadn’t made arrangements to travel outside of Victoria.

Thank you Anita! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!