Six weeks away from the birth of my first child, I decided that I needed to get away for a weekend to visit family and friends on my own. Though I grew up in Victoria, I wanted a place to retreat to for some solitary time, and Dan and Naoko provided the perfect solution with the Carriage House.

The Sun Room was nothing fancy but clean and cozy with a comfortable bed. Though the bathroom was shared, having a vanity sink in my room was a welcome perk. Dan and Naoko were warm and friendly, their small son was hilarious, clever, and sweet, and breakfast was delicious. Because I had to leave extra-early after my last night, they graciously packed me a to-go breakfast. They also gave me the space I needed to have some time on my own.

For travellers who aren't familiar with Victoria, the Carriage House B & B is perfectly located within a 10 minute walk of downtown AND right next door to Beacon Hill Park, James Bay, and Dallas Road, all must-visit spots in the city. There is truly no need for a vehicle if you're staying at the Carriage House: Victoria is made for walking!