Apartment in Southern Gulf Islands
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this apartment rental
Summary:
Oceanside 1 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay
The Space:
Salishan Chief Suite overlooks one of the most magical places on Vancouver Island.
Important Notice: This property is registered under the BC Short Term Rentals Accommodation Act with Registration Number H553320851
In the shadow of Mt. Tzouhalem the Salishan Chief Suite sits oceanside with spectacular views of Cowichan Bay.
This luxurious one bedroom suite was built to embrace the natural surroundings and the region's rich cultural and natural history.
When you first enter the property through the ornate salmon run metal gates, to the forest path and walkway stairs to the suite, the hillside suite prepares you for an incredible experience when you first open the suite doors.
Once entering the suite you will be amazed by the architecture and sweeping views from the windows of the main living room and open plan dining and European styled kitchenette space.
The large and spacious 1 bedroom suite is tastefully decorated with touches of indigenous artwork and a main balcony from the living room to step out and soak in the ambience of west coast living.
The large primary bedroom with queen sized bed has its own balcony with incredible views of Cowichan Bay.
Cable TV and WIFI included.
Salishan Chief Suite is an EV-charging-ready property! This property is equipped with an OK2Charge Level 2 Smart EV Charger. While you are enjoying your time in Duncan, you can rest assured that you will be able to charge your vehicle while you relax and enjoy the comforts of home. Once you arrive, scan the QR code on the charger, choose your payment method, and you are ready to charge! There is only one charger on the property on a first come first serve basis with the other suites. Please note Tesla drivers require a J1772 adaptor.
Situated close to the Cowichan River estuary, plan to see all kinds of wildlife from eagles above, seals patrolling the shorelines, and if you are lucky the odd whale sightings.
There is a second 2 bedroom suite above that can be rented separately if you need extra space.
Amazing hiking nearby on Mt. Tzouhalem, Maple Mountain, and the Cowichan River Trail.
Bring your own kayaks to explore the ocean first hand or take a short drive away to the Cowichan Bay Village to rent or take a kayak tour. Other tours are available from Cowichan Bay.
You are also in the heart of Vancouver Islands wine country. Some of the best wines in British Columbia are grown and produced in the Cowichan Valley. Tour the wineries and pair up a meal at the bistros.
You can find all that you need for shopping in nearby Duncan to pick up groceries, go out to restaurants, and shop in the old town.
Explore the many cultural attractions in the region from deep indigenous history to modern day settler history.
Easy drive to the Garden City of Victoria to the south or to the Harbour City of Nanaimo to the north.
Close to ferries to and from Vancouver BC and Washington State and airports in Victoria and Nanaimo.
Make a magical stay come true and book the Salishan Chief Suite for your next stay on Vancouver Island.
More detailed description coming soon.
Important disclosures.
Kitchenette does not have a freezer but does have refrigeration drawers only.
No microwave included in the suites to preserve the look of the European styled kitchenette.
No in suite laundry, however, there is coin laundromats in Duncan which is less than 15 minutes away.
No beach or ocean access from the property due to the high bank nature of the location.
One parking stall per stay inside the gates.
Please note there are multiple suites and private residences on the property.
Oceanside 1 Bedroom Luxurious Suite Overlooking Cowichan Bay
The Space:
Salishan Chief Suite overlooks one of the most magical places on Vancouver Island.
Important Notice: This property is registered under the BC Short Term Rentals Accommodation Act with Registration Number H553320851
In the shadow of Mt. Tzouhalem the Salishan Chief Suite sits oceanside with spectacular views of Cowichan Bay.
This luxurious one bedroom suite was built to embrace the natural surroundings and the region's rich cultural and natural history.
When you first enter the property through the ornate salmon run metal gates, to the forest path and walkway stairs to the suite, the hillside suite prepares you for an incredible experience when you first open the suite doors.
Once entering the suite you will be amazed by the architecture and sweeping views from the windows of the main living room and open plan dining and European styled kitchenette space.
The large and spacious 1 bedroom suite is tastefully decorated with touches of indigenous artwork and a main balcony from the living room to step out and soak in the ambience of west coast living.
The large primary bedroom with queen sized bed has its own balcony with incredible views of Cowichan Bay.
Cable TV and WIFI included.
Salishan Chief Suite is an EV-charging-ready property! This property is equipped with an OK2Charge Level 2 Smart EV Charger. While you are enjoying your time in Duncan, you can rest assured that you will be able to charge your vehicle while you relax and enjoy the comforts of home. Once you arrive, scan the QR code on the charger, choose your payment method, and you are ready to charge! There is only one charger on the property on a first come first serve basis with the other suites. Please note Tesla drivers require a J1772 adaptor.
Situated close to the Cowichan River estuary, plan to see all kinds of wildlife from eagles above, seals patrolling the shorelines, and if you are lucky the odd whale sightings.
There is a second 2 bedroom suite above that can be rented separately if you need extra space.
Amazing hiking nearby on Mt. Tzouhalem, Maple Mountain, and the Cowichan River Trail.
Bring your own kayaks to explore the ocean first hand or take a short drive away to the Cowichan Bay Village to rent or take a kayak tour. Other tours are available from Cowichan Bay.
You are also in the heart of Vancouver Islands wine country. Some of the best wines in British Columbia are grown and produced in the Cowichan Valley. Tour the wineries and pair up a meal at the bistros.
You can find all that you need for shopping in nearby Duncan to pick up groceries, go out to restaurants, and shop in the old town.
Explore the many cultural attractions in the region from deep indigenous history to modern day settler history.
Easy drive to the Garden City of Victoria to the south or to the Harbour City of Nanaimo to the north.
Close to ferries to and from Vancouver BC and Washington State and airports in Victoria and Nanaimo.
Make a magical stay come true and book the Salishan Chief Suite for your next stay on Vancouver Island.
More detailed description coming soon.
Important disclosures.
Kitchenette does not have a freezer but does have refrigeration drawers only.
No microwave included in the suites to preserve the look of the European styled kitchenette.
No in suite laundry, however, there is coin laundromats in Duncan which is less than 15 minutes away.
No beach or ocean access from the property due to the high bank nature of the location.
One parking stall per stay inside the gates.
Please note there are multiple suites and private residences on the property.
Amenities at Salishan Chief Suite
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Southern Gulf Islands
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Dec 2025
We picked this place because of the view it has, and the fact that it was away from town and noise. The view is stunning and tranquil and serene. Every morning the owner spreads bird feed on his balcony and we could stare at the birds and squirrels feeding on them for as long as it lasts. The suite is also spacious. The kitchen has a minimalist design and is very clean looking. The pictures of the First Nation chiefs adds mystery to the atmosphere. It would be nice to have descriptions of who they are, where they are from etc.Now for the negatives. The kitchen cupboards are not easy to open. The push to open mechanism are mostly broken and in need of repair. We have to open one drawer so we could reach the bottom of the one above to open it. Some of the dishes have dusts on them. We found clumps of pet hair everywhere on the couch, blankets and corners of the room. This is a pet friendly place so some pet hair is to be expected, but it was clear to us there wasn't enough cleaning done to this place. We booked the room for 3 days but there was only one small bottle of shampoo. As soon as we contacted the owner, they did respond quickly and brought more supply for us.
8 / 10Excellent·Dec 2025
Nice unit. Beautiful views and quiet location. Had some problems with the TV and electric fireplace. Used the EV charger for our car, but the fee rate wasn’t posted and the resulting charge was excessive for the usage.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
Great communication from the host. Beautiful, clean, and modern, with stunning and relaxing views. Small tip to others, we were in the downstairs suite and you can hear talking an moving around from upstairs. Good to bring earplugs or white noise for sleep.
6 / 10Average·Jun 2023
We loved the place, tastefully decorated and complete with kitchen amenities. The bed was unfortunately very uncomfortable. The mattress was extremely hard for us, and being older people it was uncomfortable on our hips, shoulders, etc. We would absolutely go back and rent this home, if, they had a softer bed. Thank you to John and Harold being very friendly and helpful hosts.
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