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Island Gertie

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· Gabriola Island Trust Area, Nanaimo, British Columbia

1 acre hosted by Paige C.

2 lodging sites

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

The Gertie Bus is located a 5 min walk to a beautiful white sand beach (at low tide). There are walking trails all around and lots of beach access. Tucked into the front of our property in the quiet of Gabriola island you’ll find the converted Gertie bus with all the amenities you need. The bus has a gas stovetop/oven, bar fridge and sink with grey water system. Equipped kitchen and sofa area to hang out. The standard queen bed is great for sleeping in and relaxing with that second cup of coffee. Mountain biking, hiking, swimming and whale watching are just steps away. There is beach access across the street through a private park with picnic tables, a very old eagles nest and a private access to a rocky beach perfect for sunsets. The home itself has a pottery studio on the main floor with a full time studio Practice. Give Paige a ring if you’d like a tour, she’s usually working away. Our family lives on the top floor. Outside the bus is are lush veggie gardens, fruit trees and a nice private outdoor dining area. A BBQ and solar lights also help with evening hangouts. Family friendly! Also we love animals but we ask that you clean up after your pet and keep any animals that aren’t so great with kids and other animals on leash. We have a dachshund on the property that is friendly and old ( barks at strangers but is all bark I assure you, he just wants to be friends)

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50 ratings · 39 reviews

Cali F.recommends

May 12, 2024

Island Gertie

I took my senior pup and I for a vacation this last week and wow! We had the absolute best time and the hosts were absolute angels! We loved taking our daily strolls to the beach and it made my heart so happy and full to watch my sweet pup run in the sand and ocean for the first time!

Madi H.recommends

May 6, 2024

Whalebone Guest House

We loved our stay at Paige’s place. Everything was as described and the tiny homes were very cute! Would recommend :)

Emily J.recommends

April 13, 2024

Island Gertie

Highly Recommend!

We had a magical stay in this bus - I would highly recommend it & would absolutely stay here again. It was cozy and separate enough from the main house, and the washroom in the basement of the house was ideal. It is also located in an amazing area of Gabriola - just beside a secluded rock beach and with a wonderful hike at the end of the road!

Rani E.recommends

April 1, 2024

Whalebone Guest House

Gabriola tiny homes

Cute tiny houses with lovely outdoor living areas. Very dog friendly. Great location close to trails and beaches.

Bruce J.recommends

March 28, 2024

Island Gertie

The bus was clean and cozy and comfortable. Close to hiking trails and views of the ocean.

Eden T.recommends

March 6, 2024

Island Gertie

Beautiful location! We spent one night there and had everything we needed to be cozy.

Location

Gabriola Island Trust Area, Nanaimo, British Columbia, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, and Snuneymuxw First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Paige C.Joined in January 2023

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