Pinetree cottage was exactly as advertised. We especially liked that the bedroom could be closed off for sleeping by closing the French doors, but opened up during the day for uniform heating and air flow. Willem and Kristine were wonderful hosts. He checked frequently that we had everything we needed and made us feel welcome. North Saanich was a wonderful area with a rural flavour to it, but at the same time close to amenities in Sidney. And while we did hear planes from the airport, they were not bothersome.