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Shirley, British Columbia, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Navit G.Joined in May 2021
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29 Ratings · 23 reviews
Lauren M.recommends
August 11, 2022
Salmonberry Place
Great camping spot close to coffee, parks and beaches!
Laurent M.recommends
August 4, 2022
Elderberry Place
Getting away from it all
This campsite was amazing! Tucked away at the back of their land, we enjoyed the privacy and the immersion in nature!
Navit provided us with firewood upon request and came to check that we were doing OK. The outhouse and water tank were very useful for our stay.
Many nearby hikes and beaches, highly reccomend!
Bob B.recommends
July 27, 2022
Elderberry Place
We had a beautiful, private spot. Lots of incredible vegetation and wildlife abound. Toilet and water we're right there at the site. I really like that there is an option to have firewood on site for our arrival. Our host,was super nice and offered inclusiveness. We would definitely want to stay there again if we're ever on that part of the island
Craig M.recommends
July 26, 2022
Salmonberry Place
Quiet Camping
We enjoyed our stay, our neighbor campers were quiet. Only thing missing was a picnic table because we all forgot the chairs. The kids were thrilled to see peacocks
Sarah K.recommends
July 26, 2022
Elderberry Place
Beautiful little site - and the location was super convenient - very close to amazing beaches and local spots. We had a lovely night and Navit’s communication was clear, accommodation and friendly! Would definitely recommend.
Malcolm J.recommends
July 14, 2022
Salmonberry Place
Navit's Camp
The land and layout of the campsites were fantastic, large enough to easily fit our 20ft x 10ft family tent.
Inge V.recommends
July 12, 2022
Salmonberry Place
Kind, relaxed and lush.
We absolutely loved the campground. The young abundant vegetation gave it a fresh and lush feeling and the gravel allowed for easy parking of our camper tent. In the evening you’re able to make a campfire, grill some food and relax while enjoying the stars and sounds of nature.
Unfortunately we had a personal emergency and had to cut our trip short having to leave the camper behind. The owners of the campsite were incredibly kind and understanding and did everything they could to help us. I would recommend the campsite to everyone and hope myself to be able to come back soon.
Rob W.recommends
September 14, 2021
Elderberry Place
Rad basecamp in heart of westcoast
Supremely located in the heart of southern Vancouver Island’s west coast, Sea Change Farm and Nursery makes for the perfect base camp to explore rugged coastlines, lush old growth forests, and eclectic seaside communities.
On the extraordinarily rainy September day that we arrived at Sea Change, host Navit met us at the entrance to the farm and welcomed us. Prior to meeting, Navit had been very responsive and provided detailed instructions for our arrival. After greeting Navit, we followed the driveway to the back of the property where the two sites are located, surrounded by wildflowers and other foliage. Large berms on either side of the sites offer lots of privacy, and one is able to immerse themselves in the quiet of nature.
As the rain poured down, we set up our camp, starting, unsurprisingly, with the awning. With camp established, we set out to explore the property. Just steps from the sites, and up a small hill, Navit has set up a small bench and hammock, perfect for lounging on a drier day than when we visited. Although we couldn’t enjoy them at the time, I can imagine the serenity of relaxing atop the hill, overlooking the trees below. A small trail lined with huckleberries cuts down the opposite side of the hill, presumably descending to the creek below, but given the moisture clinging to the brush at the time, we decided to not follow the trail to its conclusion. Farther back along the driveway is the pond, overlooked by Navit’s beautiful home. Beside the pond is a small rowboat, and a couple of ducks paddled their way across as we watched the rain fall, and skipped rocks across the surface.
After exploring the property, we decided to explore the nearby area, walking 40 minutes to the incredible Sheringham Lighthouse, well worth checking out. Along the way, and only a 5 minute walk from the property, is Shirley Delicious, a fantastic café and bakery, that was sadly closed when we visited, but can’t be missed if it’s open. Also nearby is a plethora of places to explore including the beautiful French Beach, Sandcut Beach, Jordan River, China Beach, and Sombrio Beach. Not only do these beaches offer amazing views and beachcombing opportunities, surfing too is a feature at many, but not necessarily for beginners.
Back at camp we hid from the rain and enjoyed the fire until retiring for the night, awaking the next day to a break in the clouds. Despite the poor weather, Sea Change Farm was a wonderful place to relax in the heart of the west coast, and I wouldn’t think twice about staying again.
Nicole B.recommends
September 13, 2021
Salmonberry Place
Great spot close to beaches !
Cool spot ! Host was lovely even got to try some farm fresh eggs which were delicious ! Very limited service and washrooms are only a few min drive away at french beach. So close to all the great areas on the Juan de Fuca. I stayed at site #2 and was super happy with it.
Halley M.
September 8, 2021
Elderberry Place
Navit provided very helpful directions and was clear about what to expect (no facilities etc.). It worked well for a one night stay and the beaches in the area are very nice. Thanks Navit!
Lajah W.recommends
August 28, 2021
Elderberry Place
A slice of heaven
They were amazing hosts!! So kind, so hospitable, and the space itself felt like nobody was so far away from anyone else. It was lovely to wake up to roosters!
Hannah P.recommends
August 26, 2021
Elderberry Place
Very private! We had the entire site to ourselves. Beautiful pond on the property. We walked to a gorgeous lighthouse about a 2 hour round trip walk away.
Linda S.recommends
August 22, 2021
Elderberry Place
Quiet. Private. Fairly close to Sooke. Very close to French’s Beach Provincial Park.
Adrianna H.recommends
August 11, 2021
Elderberry Place
Awesome spot with the right prep!
Beautiful backcountry spot!
Cons: not 100% ideal for car camping ie. cougar/bear warnings, bit of a rough ride in on tires/low-clearance vehicles, no picnic table or place to prep food
Pros: perfect central location to coastal sights and beaches, nice privacy shrubs between sites, awesome spot for an enclosed trailer with toilet facilities/food prep spaces.
Navit was a friendly, communicative host, and provided us with a small table and water whenever we needed it. Overall, highly recommend this spot with the right gear + prep!
Tannis P.recommends
August 8, 2021
Elderberry Place
It was private and cozy, in a fantastic location. Good for a short stay :)
Kat K.recommends
August 2, 2021
Elderberry Place
Cute little spot
Super friendly hosts and very accommodating. The spots felt very private and like any other camping. We just were passing through for one night with a last minute reservation. Happy with our experience.
Helen M.recommends
July 31, 2021
Elderberry Place
Our stay in the little town of Shirley was good. Navit was quick to communicate with us leading up to our arrival and was at the front gate to meet us. The campsite itself is situated further back from the house and acreage. It is very private and has a wilderness feel to it. Electricity is not available, but Navit said that we could get water closer to the house. We opted to fill up and as well use the sani dump at French Beach Provincial Park about 10 minutes' drive down the road. Navit did warn us about bears, and it wasn't long after we arrived that we spotted one not far from our site. It left as quickly as it appeared and we didn't see another after that. We stayed three nights. The location is perfect for visiting the surrounding beaches and Port Renfrew. Thanks Navit for sharing your lovely property with us! Helen and Scott.
Sheryl W.recommends
July 31, 2021
Salmonberry Place
Peaceful wilderness camping.
We loved camping at Sea Change. It was very easy to find and access. The campsite was flat and private. It is very centrally located for exploring this area of the coast. We hope to come back.
Derek B.recommends
July 15, 2021
Salmonberry Place
Great community-minded hosts!
Nice place, cool hosts. Private, well kept, great place (near Shirley cafe and French Beach). Fresh eggs from the farm, and wood fired pizza just down the road, what more could you ask for?
Daphne S.recommends
June 21, 2021
Salmonberry Place
We had such a great time! We stayed for one night, the campsite had good privacy and is in a beautiful spot. Navit was such a great host she gave us water and a couple chairs. The campfire setup was perfect. Overall an awesome experience.
Sharlene G.recommends
June 21, 2021
Elderberry Place
Love the area, so close to French’s beach!! The sunset at our campsite was beautiful . The pond was also full of croaking frogs, love this sound . The campsite is not well shaded so do bring something for shade . Navit greeted us and made us feel very at home . Would definitely go back !!
Monique J.recommends
May 23, 2021
Salmonberry Place
Navit is a great host. Our family had a great time. The campsites are private and true to the rustic west coast vibes. It was awesome to see the geese and their babies around the beautiful pond. The kids loved setting up a hammock at the top of ‘fairy’ hill. Navit gave us a little tour of their new farm, kids loved it! This is a fun and interesting place to visit. We definitely recommend staying here if you get a chance. And Shirley Delicious Cafe lives up to its name! Such a great deal for a beautiful part of the island!
Navit G.recommends
May 23, 2021
Elderberry Place
Fun west Coast experience.
I booked the site for some of my family. It was a great way to visit in our socially distanced way. They had lots of fun walking through the trees and around the pond. They had a nice fire too.
So glad I opened up this area for campers!
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