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Jenna
October 2025
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Zach
October 2025
3 nights at Secluded Forest Oasis, Maple Bay BC
Great time, great property and a great host. I’d highly recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful secluded place to stay. Very convenient location that is close to lots of mountain biking and good restaurants, breweries and wineries. Steven, the host is a very nice guy and super helpful and easy to work with.
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Rose
September 2025
Group trip
Quiet, getaway with the view of stars each night. Open fire pits and cosy log burner in the tent for the cooler nights. The beds were super comfortable with high grade thread sheets. It was a wonderful experience and we would do it again.
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Jude
September 2025
2 nights at The Rad Shack
We had the most wonderful time at the Rad Shack. Such a cute place which has clearly been made with a lot of love. Madeline was a very responsive host and we enjoyed the guide book inside of the nearby area. It is very remote and private, with its own trail down to a completely quiet beach which is fantastic for a sunset. Outdoor shower is very fun!
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Robin
September 2025
With pets
Nice private tipi surrounded by trees and next to the farm. The sink was nice to have nearby. Garbage and recycling cans near the parking spot. Nice bedding. Picnic table and chairs outside. There is some traffic noise although you can’t see it and it quiets down later. Saw pheasants, rabbit and birds.
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Christina
September 2025
With pets
Heather’s RV getaway was the perfect setup for my two kids and me. The RV was spacious, clean, comfortable and well-stocked with essentials. We enjoyed seeing the two horses living on the property, and the composting toilet was quite nice. Heather was very responsive and helpful at all times.
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Alexander
August 2025
With kids
The place was nice and clean, the stay was very pleasant. However, the Fox Den was the only tent without an electric light (all the other tents did have a light). So, if you need light inside the tent book one of the other tents.
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Kane
August 2025
With pets
The dome was a really unique and serene experience! The directions were easy to follow, and everything was as described. We really enjoyed ourselves.
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Jane
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Natures Way Yurt & Spa
The yurt and nature spa were absolutely fantastic. My sister and I spent two nights at Kaitlyn’s place. The yurt was so cozy and the mattress was the perfect firmness. The nature spa was so relaxing. We appreciated that we could use the spa throughout our stay and spent the first night in the hot tub stargazing. Kaitlyn recommended a hike for us to do which was lovely - we then came back to the spa all set up for an elemental circuit including a clay mask and seaweed. We felt so good afterwards! Kaitlyn was so kind and welcoming, would stay here again!
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Samantha
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Woodland at The Shamba
This property felt very private for us! There’s a 2 minute walk down the trail to the tent area, pretty easy to get your stuff there if you’re used to trail walking. Lots of fresh fruit and granola bars provided for us! The toilet is very simple but clean and fine for a couple nights. We brought all the necessary camping equipment minus a tent and sleeping bags. You will need outdoor chairs, a stove, cooler and other camping essentials. This was pretty obvious given the description and reviews so don’t be shocked when it’s just a bed and table! Overall we really liked the area and the tent and bedding were clean and very comfortable, had a great stay!
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Shauna
August 2025
With pets
Everything we could possibly need they provided! It was a short stay but very relaxing! Thank you!
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Brian
August 2025
2 nights at Old Growth Forest Moon Dome
Clean and comfortable. Nice remote spot, quiet, peaceful. Recommended!
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Tara
August 2025
4 nights at Woodland at The Shamba
Mielle was a wonderful host. The land was peaceful and lush. The bell tent was clean and spacious.
A few things for future visitors:
The forest is quite humid so the tent has a slight musk smell. We had one exceptionally hot day during our stay and that dried out the tent enough to clear the air but otherwise it is a bit damp. Not unpleasant enough to bother us but slightly noticeable.
Also it is definitely an off-grid tent which is wonderful for those who want to unplug. The host is also very generous and gave us access to a trailer they have on the property that had a flush toilet, electricity and running water.
Some things to note: the tent site is a short distance from the parking so you’ll have to pack in and pack out. There is a ravine in the middle so if you are bringing in a lot of supplies for camping, this will take some time. This site is better suited as an eco-bed and breakfast than a camping site as there is no picnic table, which makes cooking and food preparation challenging. Still, as campers we made it work.
Also worth noting, the composting toilet is actually a bucket but as mentioned, our host gave us access to a trailer with a flush toilet.
Overall we had a lovely stay and would recommend this site to others.
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Megan
August 2025
With kids
Bernadette and her family are top notch hosts. The tent is beautiful with all the possible camping kitchen gear you might need. All of the sites on property have their own space. The bathroom and shower are clean and easily accessible. Best of all, we were lucky enough to have a detailed farm tour with the animals. Jordan enthusiastically gave us a twilight tour telling us about the animals, sharing special details and stories, and answering so many questions. So much love and care going into this property. A truly magical place!
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Cindy
August 2025
1 night at Oceans Edge Eagle Retreat
Such a great tent! My son loved the area! Close to some great restaurants.
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Rob
August 2025
1 night at Old Growth Forest Moon Dome
Manon's dome in the forest is in a great location minutes away from the famous Sooke River Potholes as well as the town of Sooke. The space is private, tucked beneath large trees with a composting toilet and covered fire pit steps away. The inside of the dome is cozy but not cramped, even equipped with a wood fireplace for shoulder season and winter stays. The property features a number of paths through the lush forest, and horses graze in the field nearby. Along with the nearby Potholes, Sooke Region Museum is also a short drive away, plus numerous walking trails, and nearly limitless beaches close by. Be cautious regarding wildlife, as I spotted a couple bear droppings during my stay. I would certainly recommend Manon's place as a basecamp to explore Sooke.
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Alexandre
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Old Growth Forest Moon Dome
Everything was perfect!!! I would recommend it to everyone.
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Abby
July 2025
With pets
Loved this space so much. The sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge are great additions to add relaxation to an already relaxing stay. Any questions we had were promptly answered by our kind hosts. Easy to find, gorgeous nature to enjoy, comfortable inside and out. so grateful!
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Kate
July 2025
2 nights at Woodland at The Shamba
What a dream come true! I was looking for a nature getaway that was in the elements & also alluring // smooth on logistics (without the noise of public campgrounds, *ideally*). Mielle’s lotus tent in the cedar forest was *MUCH* more than we bargained for!
I adore cooking while camping (food always tastes best outside), so we brought a camp stove & filled the cooler with delicious local eats, yet didn’t have to worry about setting up a tent —> instead had a glorious, clean, spacious yurt to kick our feet up on a comfortable bed after exploring so many gems & adventures Salt Spring Island has to offer!
Mielle was a -very kind & gracious- host.. there was fresh fruits & snacks upon arrival, clean drinking water, as well as an incredible surprise greeting from her 3yr old Bernese Mountain dog who brightened our stay beyond measure :D
Can’t recommend this place enough; hope to be back some day!
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Stéphane
July 2025
With pets
We had a nice time with our doggie at Mielle's place. The tent was large enough to spread out and the bed was comfortable. There was filtered water and fresh fruits/granola bars available on the table. We used this place to explore the parks and trails around and it was amazing. It is a simple, convenient, private option to spend a few days on Salt spring during summertime when you don't want to go camping and are pretty minimalist.
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