Renate's forest sanctuary's pictures do not do it justice. You are completely hidden in the woods away from it all. Walking trails to the beach, a winery, and market make it a perfect little retreat on the Island. She was a wealth of knowledge of local attractions, and even offered to take us on a couple tours.
If you're driving North Saanich is at the edge of the island away from Victoria, but when you're used to Alberta driving 2+ hours to get anywhere one way, a 20 minute drive into the city is nothing.
Highly recommend staying here.