I had the best stay at Salty Pear. The hosts are amazing and…read morehelpful. The studio has a great feel. it has the clean and minimalistic vibe but at the same time it's rustic and cozy. Theres a lot of light coming to the studio through the windows and outside everything is green - felt great to wake up to that. And talking of sleeping, it's awesome to go to bed listening to the frogs and waking up listening to the birds. Sauna is amazing. Easy to use and powerful. There's also plenty of space between sauna and the studio, just grass and fruit-trees, which feels like your own piece of land. There's a fireplace on your patio and the shower never runs out of hot water. Location is also everything. It's close enough to the centre - a 10mins pleasant walk. But its secluded enough not to hear any cars or city noises and feel like you're somewhere in the countryside and on your own. You feel special, and spoiled with all that;) Thank you Salty Pear and Annika. We will definitely be back!

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We recently stayed in the Arbutus room at Above The Narrows while visiting Salt Spring Island. The…read morehouse is newly built and beautifully designed, but the best part of this bed and breakfast is definitely the view. Everything is really as beautiful as the pictures and you can see it all from the bedroom! It was also such a bonus to get to watch the sunrise and the sunset in bed without having to venture out. Joe and Dianne are the hosts at Above the Narrows and they were very friendly and helpful on our trip. Joe gave us many great recommendations while we were there and they also have a guidebook in the room that pointed us to some great spots as well. Joe also prepared the breakfast each morning and it was very delicious! He even used local eggs which made the meals extra special. I was very happy with the amount of interaction I had with the hosts. They are not overwhelming at all, leaving us to enjoy our breakfasts alone. The room also has its own separate entrance so there is quite a bit of privacy. That said, Joe was very responsive and was always happy to answer any of our questions. The location of the bed and breakfast is also very convenient if you are driving. Personally, I visited Salt Spring Island without a car once and it was definitely not a very good experience because all the fun things on the island are quite far apart. But there is a nice network of trails right by the house and we could go on morning/evening strolls through the forest with ocean views too! We had such a great time here and I would definitely recommend this place!

From the owner: This home is a brand new build featuring a luxurious and contemporary design. These two guest…read morerooms have brand new Beauty Rest Platinum queen bed; new bedding; new furnishings; a mini bar fridge; private ensuite with shower or tub and shower ; two guest chairs; a walk-out terrace with spectacular ocean views up Sansum Narrows; direct access to a private outdoor firepit; free high-speed StarLink Internet service; in-room bluetooth audio speaker; and sound proof paneling in ceilings and walls.

Clean , funky little stay , great gardens , big full washroom in each room …read more Two course Breakfast each morning was delicious Thank you Beverly DESERT FIRST ... YUM . Len was attentive and chatty always on top of serving fresh squeezed juices and full of tips for your stay. Kim was a fantastic host and a pleasure to talk to everyday . Room was quaint and well lit , you own washroom in each room was large and fully stocked . Love my evening chat with "Steve the manager " Will definitely be back and recommend to friends .

Absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. The property, decor, amenities, hosts, room,…read moreand absolutely divine food put Wisteria at the very top of our list of bed-and-breakfasts, not just on Salt Spring Island, but anywhere. Worth every penny.

Can a B&B be comfy and contemporary, modern and traditional all at the same time? I didn't think so…read moreuntil I spent a few days here last spring. When I want to send my mind and memory to it's happy place, I send it on a vacation here: 2 beautiful rooms with private bathrooms and a fireplace with the most breathtaking views and spectacular sunsets; big yummy homemade breakfasts with our chatty and very friendly hosts; a hot tub for late night dips under the stars; and deer munching on the grounds made Salt Spring the best mini-vacay I've taken in ages! Whether you want to be left alone or entertained with a lifetime of stories from Bill and Edward, this has been the best bed and breakfast experience I've had to date!

This is THE #1 B&B around! I've been to a few B&B's and never had I felt more comfortable and…read morerelaxed. The owners had thought of everything, very detailed and extra ammenities that I didn't expect like TV, a great DVD selection, hottub, freshly baked cookies daily, etc. It felt like we were at a friend's home. My husband and I had such a wonderful time, not only on Salt Spring Island but at this particular B&B. We highly recommend it!!!

Here are my bottom line reasons for LOVING the Blackberry Glen: excellent service, friendly hosts,…read morebeautiful natural surroundings, private and comfy accommodations and the best breakfasts ever! My boyfriend and I are not B&B goers. We're private and generally prefer to stick to our selves, especially on vacation. But we were on a budget this summer and wanted to stay on Saltspring without breaking our budget, so we decided to try out the BG. Jason and Josh went out of their way to pick us up, provide byciles and advice about visiting the island. They were genuinely happy hosts that truly enjoyed the company of their guests, yet were respectful of our privacy. I'm convinced we found the best B&B in North America!

This is just a review for the vineyards, which were gorgeous by the way. This is a great place to…read morecome wine tasting on the island, as they were the only ones (of the 3 vineyards there) that paired their wines with foods! The scenery was gorgeous and the ladies who worked there were lovely to chat with. And I believe there was no charge for the tasting either! Sweet deal! The wine was good, as well. Buy a bottle and chill out on their patio with some friends on a sunny day. :)

I've been coming to this bed and breakfast for about 12 years and I LOVE it!! The host, Shirley…read moreMcIntyre is delightful and her border collie Max is a whirling dervish of energy, rounding up the resident chickens and anything else that strays. Shirley always makes great breakfasts (her eggs Benedict, sausage pie, pea meal bacon and ginger scones are my favorites) and the different rooms I've stayed in here have all been very comfortable. The king size room has a microwave, TV, mini fridge, huge soaker tub, sauna and is enormous. The rates are the best on the Island, ranging from $45 for a single to $95 for the king. there's a beautiful little pond and creek and a gorgeous gazebo and hot tub. It's near Vesuvius at the north of the Island. you gotta stay here- it's delightful and great value. And you'll love Shirley.

Best B&B stay ever! This is very close to the ferry so one does not need to bring a car saving us a…read moreton of money. The self contained unit provides the guests with utmost privacy and has a full kitchen, so if you stay long you can cook some of your meals here. The hosts were considerate to leave basic Kitchen supplies like tea/coffee, salt/sugar, cooking oil etc. They were thoughtful to have a basket in the bathroom full of basic toiletries one often forgets. I took a toothbrush from it! The best part is the breakfast, which is freshly made each morning. We got bowls of fresh fruits with delicious homemade granola along with a baked breakfast item: Scones/muffins/waffles each day. We could not decide on a favourite and felt so spoilt! They had a great selection of books and boardgames in the seating room. Wifi is a bit erratic but when you are on the island the point is to relax and get time off the grid! It is walking distance from eateries like babes in the woods, Galiano Island's independent book shop and the active pass where you can see harbour seals and otters passing. The couple running it are lovely and super helpful. We cannot wait to return.

The previous review by Crystal is quite accurate but I stayed in the rooms that were part of the…read moremain house. Had I had more money I would love to try the separate guest houses. Septic tank toilet paper mention by Crystal is accurate. Also Host asked us to minimize using the lights in the hallway, so you get to be environmentally conscientious. Stayed in the "Windsail" room. AMAZING view. It's like you're only in water cause you only see water. Individually temperature controlled room. beauitful house, seriously. Every room seems unique in an arty and aesthetically pleasing way. Luannah showed us the rec room she is in the middle of building and it looks great. super lovely property, kind of like a zen garden mixed with human size hobbit environment, like the streams, the rocks, the paths, the hills. Massage by Luannah, a german RMT, was educational and helpful. I read a lot of the reviews and she really does know her stuff. I have chronic pain and long standing issues from an MVA and she really did help. My roomie got a massage that was more related to stress and emotions. Theres only one RMT so we took turns. We both came out feeling genuinely happy. The Massage room is a separate house, also another amazing structure. Its clean, modern, well-set up. She asks you tell her about your body and when you go to disrobe, she goes behind these doors and then you tell her when youre ready. I actually love the face pillow that you put your head on when lying face down, it is, for once, comfortable!! Host: Luannah said she was going to send me referrals in Vancouver for a chiro and an RMT, which I thought was really kind and thoughtful of her. She knocks on the door and also responds to texts and calls. Her husband and kid came home later in the evening. She was super caring, thoughtful and helpful. Even packed us food to go cause we were in a rush for the ferry. Provided advil. Wifi is good. Shower nozzle was super tricky to get right. There's cat in the main area and I think I only sneezed and blew my nose a handful of times, which I'd say youre pretty safe imo. Cat is 19 year old Jeremiah who goes outside and stays downstairs, super cute!! Hot tub was my super favorite part.

We stayed at the Chalet for three nights with my husband. The location is lovely, and the property…read morehas a lot of potential. Overall, we had a good time and enjoyed the peaceful setting, but there are a few things that I think are worth pointing out for other travellers: 1) Communication Communication with Luannah was unfortunately poor. When I first inquired about the property by email, I did not receive a response, so I eventually called and left a message and was later contacted by phone. A couple of days before our arrival, we tried calling again and left messages because we had a few practical questions about the water quality, whether we needed to bring our own drinking water, and whether early check-in was possible. My husband eventually received a text saying that we would receive the pre-arrival information by email on the day of our departure. For a remote location, having this information only on the day of arrival makes it difficult to plan ahead. The pre-arrival email was indeed sent that day, but it landed in my junk folder, so I did not see it until later. 2) Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi was quite unreliable during our stay. It worked intermittently but would generally stop working after 20-30 minutes and then come back again hours later. This also meant that the TV wouldn't work properly. This may not be an issue for guests looking to completely disconnect, but it is worth knowing in advance if reliable internet is important to you. 3) Jacuzzi We were disappointed that we were not able to use the jacuzzi. When we arrived, we saw that guests needed to book it in advance, so we requested to use it. We were told that the temperature was not hot enough yet and that Luannah would keep us updated. I went up to check it out and noticed that cleaning supplies, brooms, and used paper towels were scattered around the area. The following day, I asked about the jacuzzi again and received the same response regarding the temperature. When I checked again, the area had not been cleaned or prepared for guest use, and unfortunately this did not change during our stay. Overall, we still had a good time at the Chalet and enjoyed the beautiful, peaceful location. However, based on our experience, I would not recommend it to travellers specifically looking for a wellness retreat or a polished, fully maintained getaway. The shower was slightly leaking, the patio needed some repair, and the outdoor seating areas were not properly clean. The property as a whole seemed like it would benefit from some general maintenance and attention to detail.

Lovely B&B in a beautiful setting. You have lots of privacy even though the very friendly and…read moreattentive owners are right next door. Great breakfast brought to your room. Highly recommended.