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Mermaids Marsh

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· Gabriola, Nanaimo, British Columbia
2 acres hosted by Ashley A.
1 lodging site · 1 RV/tent site · 1 tent site
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Beautiful secluded hideaway right in the heart of magical Gabriola Island. Minutes walk through boardwalks and community gardens to our little village. The public property next to mine known as ‘ the commons, often hosts many outdoor music and community events. Mermaid Marsh is Bordering on 700 acres of picturesque walking trails. Close to many breathtaking beaches. You’ll be surrounded by gardens, marshland, nature & forest. The property is under construction to be a hipcamp dream. Wanted to get bookings available for summer! There is space to set up your own tent or I have a Glamping site which will be furnished including a queen bed in a 10 by 14 canvas wall tent. There will be composting toilets. An outdoor clawfoot tub, and coming soon a traditional Finnish sauna. Also offerings for island adventures such as paddling or foraging hikes, yoga and reiki. There is a 10pm noise bylaw on island so being respectful of that and other campers with no excessive noise after 10 is appreciated.
Natural features
Forest
Coastal
71%
21 ratings · 19 reviews
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Anay Prashant C.recommends
October 10, 2024
The glamping project
Amazing feel at glamping
Ashley is amazing host, I had a short yet sweet stay. The only thing I would like to suggest to her is putting a light at the toilet. It was very dark and even though it was right beside the tent it was difficult to navigate. Overall I would say it's 10/10 must stay place.
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Justin O.doesn't recommend
September 16, 2024
The Forest
- drinking out of a hose is bad for people - misleading advertisement: never mentions how close the campsites are to the hosts house - compost toilet is too close to sites and really awkward to walk by the person at the glamping site - driveway access for vehicles is very limited; no turn around spots for larger vehicles - no privacy at all at any of the sites; should be mentioned in advertisement
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Mary P.recommends
August 31, 2024
The glamping project
It was a unique place to stay. The tent was like a tiny house set in the forest and very private. The bed was very comfortable. Ashley was always available and very nice to talk to.
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Arielle A.doesn't recommend
August 21, 2024
The Forest
Good location on the island and I appreciated the suggestions from the host in her initial message but there were some communication lags due to the host’s travel that resulted in some discomfort (lack of toilet paper and car parked in the middle of the driveway so we had walk our gear a bit further). Not big deals but would deter me from booking again. Two things to note that were not issues for us but may be for others - the spot is up on a steepish incline so would not be great for those with mobility issues, and it is close to the house / driveway so would not be very private if other people are around.
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Amelia H.recommends
August 11, 2024
The Forest
Ashley was such a great host! We got in late and she still came to greet us and help us with some questions. Also gave great suggestions and even brought us homemade muffins in the morning. Gorgeous site and lots of fun. Thank you!
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Emma M.recommends
August 11, 2024
The marsh
Great little camping spot! Ashley was a super host with great recommendations for all things Gabriola. We got two tents very comfortably! A nice composting toilet and table for meals :)
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Gabriola, 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
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Hosted by Ashley A.

Joined in March 2024
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