Garden Camping (Tent)
Welcome to garden camping in Lighthouse Country, an escape to nature!
Our campsite provides a restorative stay in nature where you can take a break from work routines and enjoy the company of those who matter most.
The tent site is tucked into the south corner of our permaculture garden and food forest, under a maple tree and features a 15x15ft soft (playground
Welcome to garden camping in Lighthouse Country, an escape to nature!
Our campsite provides a restorative stay in nature where you can take a break from work routines and enjoy the company of those who matter most.
The tent site is tucked into the south corner of our permaculture garden and food forest, under a maple tree and features a 15x15ft soft (playground pebble) surface, so there's ample room for your tent. There's a picnic table that seats 6 comfortably.
Go for a swim, go kayaking, spend the day hiking or simply enjoy a beautiful sunset. The activities nearby are endless!
This is the perfect jumping-off point to explore Lighthouse Country and Central Vancouver Island. Even for an afternoon of surfing in Tofino.
There is an outhouse a 1-minute walk from the campsite.
Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban.
Pets are welcome but please keep them on leash so they don't scare our chickens and ducks!
We look forward to hosting you.
- Check in: After 3PM
- Check out: Before 11AM
- Cancellation policy: Moderate
- On arrival: Go straight to camp
- Minimum nights: 1 night
- Accepts bookings: 6 months out
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Picnic table cloth
Blue and white vinyl checkered table cloth. Fits the picnic table included i...Read more
Half dozen eggs
Freshly laid by our hens.
Earthship Tour
Bring your curiosity and invest a couple hours of your time with an Earthship...Read more
Activities
Offered on the Host's property or nearby.
Biking
Plenty of trails for biking and mountain biking nearby
Boating
If you have your own boat there is a for-fee boat launch in Deep Bay and right at the boat launch is a rustic restaurant with a...Read more
Fishing
Available if you have your own boat and license. Please research the rules and regulations beforehand.
Hiking
Plenty of hiking trails surrounding the property. Little Qualicum Fish Hatchery also has scenic hiking trails
Paddling
Kayak rentals available in Qualicum Beach and in French Creek
Wind sports
Paddle Board Rental within walking distance in Qualicum Bay (must make a reservation in advance). Rentals are also available at...Read more
Climbing
Bat caves at Horne Lake Provincial Park
Snow sports
Mount Washington is approximately 1 hour from the property. Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, fat biking, and tubing in the wi...Read more
Surfing
Surfing at Tofino
Swimming
Ocean swimming (5-minute walk from the property - Sunny Beach) Lake swimming (Spider Lake, Horne Lake)
Wildlife watching
Bald Eagles, Whales, Sea Lions, Seals, birds. Whale watching tours are available in Tofino. We're 1 hour from Strathcona Par...Read more
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Garden Camping (Tent) in British Columbia.
Beach
Public beach within walking distance. Rocky beach within walking distance of Tidal Tacos (a world-famous taco shack!)
Cave
Horne Lake Caves - some of the best caving opportunities in Canada! Guided tours are available, good for all ages.
Coastal
Our property is within walking distance of the Strait of Georgia
Forest
10 acres of forest that has a clearing in the middle. Cathedral Grove is approximately 30 minutes from the property.
Lake
Spider Lake - 12 minute drive Horne Lake - 20 minute drive
River, stream, or creek
Close to both the Big and Little Qualicum Rivers Walking distance to Big Qualicum River and a 15-minute drive to Little Qualic...Read more
Waterfall
Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park is nearby with beautiful hiking and walking trails (takes about 45 minutes).
Farm
Little Qualicum Cheeseworks is in Parksville where you can find milk on tap and artisan-made food items (including their own ch...Read more
Driveway
Our driveway runs off Lioness Blvd - starting at the big tires to the left of the drive. It is about ½ km long and gravel
Places to see near theDoighouse Earthship
3 Reviews
Highly recommend this spot!! My partner and I stayed here for a week at Susan’s newly built, gravel filled tent site. It is a spacious site with a picnic table that easily fits a 4-person tent. We laid one down with sleeping mats, and we were nice and cozy all night.
When staying here, you can’t forget Tony (Susan’s husband), Bentley (their super friendly, doesn’t lick you, dog!), and the ducks (free wake up call!). They made us feel welcome but also gave us our privacy.
Super interesting fact: They are building Qualicum Bay’s (maybe even Van Island’s) first Earthship. An off-grid home, fully sustainable built using recycled materials. Truly a back-to-school science lesson for big kids.
- Property
- theDoighouse Earthship
- State
- British Columbia
- Country
- Canada
- CA$25/night
- 1 Site
Thank you Johanna. You were wonderful guests, we hope to see you again soon.