Title: Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71187859&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage ## Photo gallery for Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage ![Property grounds - Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage (Courtenay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71190000/71187900/71187859/1b808dc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage (Courtenay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71190000/71187900/71187859/b11cc24d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage (Courtenay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71190000/71187900/71187859/e307468f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage (Courtenay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71190000/71187900/71187859/904e44c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage (Courtenay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71190000/71187900/71187859/09667376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Merville, BC, this charming cottage offers a serene escape with beautiful views of the surrounding wetlands. Take a 10-minute walk to the Tsolum River or access the One Spot Trail at your doorstep. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Charming small cottage situated on the edge of wetlands with beautiful views. Located on our 5 acre free range egg farm in Merville, BC. Tsolum River within a 10 minute walk, access to the One Spot Trail at the end of our private drive. We are 20 minutes to downtown Courtenay, 10 minutes to Mount Washington turnoff. NEW! Private gazebo, accessible only from the cottage - with firepit coming soon! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number PM354730473 ### Property is also known as Private Hideaway Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Cottage Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Black Creek ## About the area Located in Black Creek, this cottage is in a rural area. Sid Williams Theatre and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Seal Bay Nature Park and Little Red Church Community Arts Centre. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. [Visit our Black Creek travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Black-Creek.dx6294216) [View more Cottages in Black Creek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Black-Creek-Cottages.d6294216-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=49.7787,-125.12501&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DgznHhnuzV%3FW%3FY%3FW%3FW%40W%40W%40W%40W%40W%40WBW%40WBWBWBUBYBUBUDWDUBWDUDWDSDWFSDUFUFUDSHUFUFQFSHSFSHSFSHQHSJQHQHQHQJOHQJOJQJOJOJMJOJMLMJMJMLMLMJKLKLKLKLKLILILKLGNILGLGLINGNELENELENGLENCNCNCLCNCN%3FNCNAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40NBN%3FLBNBNBNBLDNBNFLDNDLDNDLFNHLFLFLHNFLJLHLHLJLJLJJJLJLLJLLLJLJLLLJNJLJNJNJPHNJPHNJPHPHPHRHPHPHRFRHRHRFRFRFRFTFRFTDTFTDRFVDTDTBTDVDTBVDTBVBVBTBVBV%40V%40VBV%40V%40V%40V%40V%3FV%40V%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FVAX%3FVATAVAXAVCTAVAXCTCVCVCTCVEVCTEVETCVEREVGTETGTERGTGTGRGRGTGRIRIRGRIPIRIPIRINIPKPIPKNIPKNKNKNKNKLMNKLKLMJKLMLMJKJMLMJMHMHMJMHOHMFMHMFOFMFOFMDODMDODOBMDODO%40OBMBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOAOCMCOAOEOCMEOEMEOEMEOGOGMGMGMIOGMIMIMKMIMIMKMMMKKKMMMMKKKMMMKOKMKOKOKOKOKQIOKQIQIOIQKQISISGQISGSISGSGSGUISEUGUGSEUGUEUEUEUEWCUEWEUCWCUCWCWCWCUAYCWAUAWAYAWAUAW%3FY%3FW%3FW%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RWhzdLy-nRVGwx1diXDYShhKR2U=) Courtenay, BC ### What's nearby - ![Great place. Insane views and awesome storms.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293732/5fcac910-ee64-4a7f-b21f-158cd631bdb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Miracle Beach Provincial Park 24 min drive \- 15.5 miles - ![Mount Washington Alpine Resort showing landscape views, mountains and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089339/5904b321-6209-4284-9af1-51ee49bf2033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Washington Alpine Resort 34 min drive \- 18.5 miles - Tsolum River Commons Regional Park 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community 22 min drive \- 14.5 miles - Vancouver Island Visitor Centre 25 min drive \- 17.5 miles ### Getting around - Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Double Dekker Breakfast And Burger Bus 17 min drive - Black Creek Diner 17 min drive - Forbidden Zone Pizza & Specialty Coffee Bar 21 min drive - Akiro Sushi 13 min drive - Speedway Pizza 20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage? ### Where is Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Hideaway, Wetland Views! Heather Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal P. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful little place! The cottage was very cute with good amenities. Lots of attention to detail. The fire pit was wonderful and the location was awesome. Lots of trails and only 15-20 mins away from everything. In one day we went to Mt Washington and played in the snow, then went to Nymph falls and played in the river then to Saratoga beach and enjoyed sun & sand. ##### Crystal P. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan B., Richmond 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful stay Myself, partner and dog really enjoyed our relaxing stay. Was very clean and the location is beautiful. Lots of time and effort went into this rental. We would definitely stay again :) ##### Megan B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mathew w. 1 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded getaway Charming cottage on a beautiful property. Multiple decks looking over serene wetlands. Cottage well stocked with everything you need, plus some bonus treats and they even gave us some fresh eggs!! Would highly recommend ##### mathew w. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michelle c., canada 25 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute as a Button ! Peaceful & Natural Setting Lovely tiny cottage with all modern amenities, beautifully decorated .and adjacent to natural pond . Shannon really deserves 6 stars for her creative and thoughtful touches. Easy to feel right at home here and relax for a short stay. Loved that their place is close to the One-Spot trail and centrally located to Courtenay/ Comox area. ##### michelle c. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Landon H. 16 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Cottage Escape We had a wonderful time being hosted by Shannon at the Heather Cottage. Tucked away in a quiet location right on a wetland, it’s a great escape from the day to day. The cottage is cute and cozy, with everything you need for your getaway. We loved the fresh farm eggs, and the ambience. Wildlife awaits each time you look out towards the wetlands, with a variety of birds as well as an orchestra of frogs come dusk. Would recommend this place if you are looking for a relaxing getaway surrounded by infinite things to do nearby. ##### Landon H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Jo W., On a Farm 18 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A hidden gem. Perfect little hideaway for a short getaway. ##### Mary Jo W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea L. 3 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### as advertised lovely !! ##### Andrea L. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie M. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful cute place. We loved it. Lots of special touches to make you feel at home. We loved the escape to the country. If you love birds this is the place to stay. We hit the beaches which were 15 mins away. Lots of special touches here. Lots of thought went into the details. Only a double bed, which was the only down side, but we happily made it work. ##### Julie M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark P. 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It's a rural setting, with comforts of home Friendly, quite & comfortable ##### Mark P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt J., Canada 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property We enjoyed our stay at the Heather Cottage. It is a quiet, secluded cottage that overlooks a wetland marsh. It is well-stocked and clean. A truly relaxing experience. ##### Matt J. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane M. 24 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private Cottage nestled in Nature Loved the location. Well appointed cottage, comfortable and lovingly decorated. Enjoyed seeing the beaver in the wetlands and walking in the forest. We would return. Farm fresh eggs were so good. ##### Diane M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg P. 13 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Rural Retreat We had a wonderful time sitting in the deck overlooking the marsh sipping some wine. The sound of the birds was all the we could hear. It was very refreshing. Make sure you grab some fresh eggs to take home. ##### Greg P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Cottage Heather Cottage is cozy, clean and very well appointed. Shannon has thought of everything and makes that your stay is all it can be. Would love to go back and hope for better weather, and possibly meet Shannon to thank her in person! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 2 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed staying in this lovely, well appointed cottage. It was very comfortable, and the separate sleeping space is good when half of your couple is a night owl. The views and sounds of the frogs at night were a real treat. ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudette 9 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Based on the reviews and pictures of Heather Cottage, my expectations were high - and all of them were exceeded! The pictures are accurate but still don’t do it justice. A perfect, peaceful retreat for me and my dog, and we were both made to feel very welcome and well taken care of. I immediately rebooked for the Fall! The tranquility, the sounds and smells of nature, and this adorable cottage helped to rejuvenate my soul. So many thank you’s to Shannon and family! ##### Claudette Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara Kathleen R., Victoria 21 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural Bliss What a magical two nights. We're avid skiers, and having grown up away from bustling centers, I'm a rural gal and crave trees and silence. Heather Cottage is adorable and cozy. We loved the gabled bedroom and snuggly down duvet. Very efficient use of space which we value. Extra goodies for our anniversary and fresh eggs added to the delight of this cozy abode. Michael was also endlessly patient helping us dig our impractically low vehicle out of the snow drifts and escorting us to the bigger road. Thank you! ##### Barbara Kathleen R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ---