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theDoighouse Earthship

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· Qualicum Bay, Nanaimo, British Columbia
10 acres hosted by Susan D.
2 lodging sites · 1 RV site · 1 tent site
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Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Best in British Columbia: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Have you ever imagined a house built from tires, dirt, pop cans, and concrete? Welcome to theDoighouse Earthship, an eco-retreat nestled in the forest, mere minutes from Qualicum Bay waterfront. Our location is a haven for adventurers and peace-seekers alike, offering easy access to the natural wonders of Vancouver Island. Just an hour north of Nanaimo, our property serves as an ideal base for day trips to Hornby, Denman, or Lasqueti Islands. Or don’t leave the island and spend the afternoon eating delicious fresh-made doughnuts at the famous Coombs Old Country Market, home to the iconic goats on the roof, it’s only a 20-minute drive from our doorstep. Or 10 minutes to the waterfront and delicious ice cream at the Cone Zone. Stay local and discover forest trails, a children's playground, and a bike park right in our neighbourhood. Lighthouse Country area teems with opportunities for exploration, from pristine beaches including Sunny Beach and scenic Spider and Horne Lakes to an array of hiking paths, or if you climb, consider the Horne Lake Caves! Use your All Trails App to discover the Wilson Woodlot and Lost Runners Trails. Urban legend has it that it was the running shoes that were lost, not the people wearing them! Or stop here for a night en route to and from the mainland to Ucluelet or Tofino for world-class surfing, or if skiing is your calling, Mount Washington is just a 45-minute drive away. You can pitch your tent in our gardens, park your RV on the edge of the forest, or stay in our cozy tiny cabin. You can wander in the gardens and check out a young permaculture food forest filled with fruit and hazelnut trees, berries, and all that good stuff! Our Earthship, currently under construction, is all about exploring a low-impact lifestyle, off-grid living in an energy-efficient dwelling built from recycled materials. It is love for the planet, and people and sharing of abundance that makes this project come alive. Attend a group tour, or arrange for your own private tour where Tony will spend a couple of hours with you, sharing theDoighouse project, and answering any and all questions you may have. Join us on Wednesdays in July and August for a drop-in gentle, mindful, and restorative yoga session in our beautiful gardens. Led by a wonderful yogi, a true embodiment of grace. No prior experience, you are perfect just as you are. Come and unwind in nature. We also offer workshops and other onsite activities. For more info check out our website www.thedoighouse.com/events. On arrival, you will be greeted by Bentley (our standard poodle), Mabel (mouser extraordinaire) and the 'hens' who generously gift fresh eggs daily. Come visit, tour, and stay. Susan and Tony Doig
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Pranav M.recommends
February 20, 2024
Off Grid Getaway Cabin
We loved the whole experience staying at this site. Susan was amazing host who completely changed the perspective of cabin stay. Would love to come back again.
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Fabrice C.recommends
February 4, 2024
Forest Camping (RV)
Great spot to spend a quiet night. We were able to book last minute. Susan was very nice and helpful. We will definitely come again in the summer time when all the gardens are in full swing. Beautiful land.
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Julio R.recommends
November 14, 2023
Off Grid Getaway Cabin
Great spot!!
Amazing place!! Highly recommend and hosts are beyond helpful and friendly. First time using Hipcamp and it was a fantastic experience. I’ll definitely be coming back
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Morgan B.recommends
November 10, 2023
Off Grid Getaway Cabin
Unique opportunity to go off grid
Josh and I came to stay in Novembers rainy season, and Susan was so great as she got flannel sheets for the place and made sure a fire was going for us when Tony and Bentley greeted us at the cabin. Susan was so nice as to have some bubbly in the mini fridge, and all the bathroom basics too. Our earthship tour with Tony, Bentley, and Mable was on a gorgeous day and to see an earthship in construction and to be able to ask questions from Tony's experience in New Mexico. All in all, we will be back even just to catch up with Tony on the progress of the build and give Bentley all the pats.
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Trevor R.recommends
October 17, 2023
Forest Camping (RV)
It was so wonderful to camp in our Van here. The host was so welcoming and the land so beautiful. There are even amazing trails to walk through from the property. It was a delightful place to stay!
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Laura F.recommends
October 13, 2023
Off Grid Getaway Cabin
Gorgeous experience!
We were very happy to stay here! It's an amazing quiet place in a wonderful forest with a lot of trails around. Susan and her husband were very supportive to us and very friendly. We will definitely arrive here again! The only one advice - it would be great if the owner hung some curtains opposite the main entrance due to the privacy reasons, otherwise you may have a feeling like you live in an aquarium:) And to hung some lock in a bathroom , all besides this were absolutely amazing!
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Qualicum Bay, Nanaimo, British Columbia, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of K’ómoks, We Wai Kai, and Liǧʷiłdax̌ʷ 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 Susan D.Joined in April 2022
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