Title: Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island! ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113838000/113837994/w907h683x59y0-229d15e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113838000/113837994/w904h683x60y0-adda25b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113838000/113837994/w907h683x59y0-d3483acb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113838000/113837994/w507h683x259y0-c4d8f869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113838000/113837994/w905h683x60y0-4758638a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island!. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as babysitting service. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island! Escape to our cozy and romantic Ocean Forest Retreat nestled in the lush greenery, where the soothing sounds of the waves meet the rustling leaves. Only a 7-minute drive or bus ride from the ferry terminal and close to all the amenities. For high-end, modern comfort in a tranquil setting, this is your good vibes destination for a few nights or an extended stay. Whether you want to hike, bike, head to the beaches, or watch Netflix & chill, this is a great getaway for exploring Bowen Island. The space The Ocean Forest Retreat has peep views facing the spectacular Howe Sound Mountain. The suite is an open concept with a cozy and modern design. Covered outdoor living space allows for year-round barbecues. The suite has a full kitchen, heated floors, a smart TV for all of your streaming and computer connectivity, Bluetooth audio for your playlists or podcasts, and lots of board games The suite can accommodate 3 people (or 2 adults and 2 kids). One luxury queen-size bed in the bedroom and a pullout double-size sofa bed in the living room. The kitchen has a fridge, electrical stove, oven, microwave, hot water kettle, and a French Press coffee machine. There are pots, pans, utensils, plates, salts, and peppers available in the suite. Also, a BBQ on the covered patio with a side burner for our guests to cook. There is beach access close by, (7min walk), and a lot of trails around. We are inclusive, and welcoming and are well-suited to families (with kids), solo adventurers, business travelers, or couples. Sleeps 2-3. Dog friendly (extra cleaning fees apply, charged post stay). Guest access The guest suite is on the ground level of the house. There are staircases going up to the suite from the parking space. The guest suite has its own entrance and private covered patio, which is facing the Howe Sound mountain and the ocean. It is self check-in and out. Other things to note You can use a stand-up paddle board and kayaks. \* Get ready for the perfect mix of peace, play, and picturesque moments on Bowen Island. Your escape awaits! \* (use at your own risk, subject to a release form) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Foosball table - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Turn off the lights and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 first aid kit 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 H152093641, 00001081 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=49.40452,-123.31668&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ieqlHfhtoV%3FW%3FW%3FW%40W%3FW%40W%40W%40W%40WBW%40W%40UBYBUBUBYBUDWBUDUDWBUDUDUFUDUFUFSDUFUFQFUFSHSFSHSFSHQHSHQHQHQHQJQHOJQJOJOHOJOJOLOJMJMJMLMJKLMLKLKJKLKLKLILINILILILGNGLGLGNGLENGNELCNELCNENANCLCNANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBLBN%40NDNBLDNBNDLFNDLFNFLFLFLHNHLFLHLHLHLJLJLJLJJJLLLJJLLNJJJNJLJNJNJNJNJNHPJNHPHPHPJPHPHRFPHRFRHRFRFRHTFPFTDTFRDTFTDTDTDTDVDTBTDTBVBTBXBTBTBXBT%40V%40V%40VBV%3FV%40V%40V%3FV%40V%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FVAV%3FVAVAX%3FTCVAVAVAVCTCXCTCVCVCTCVETCVEREVETETETGTETGRETGTGRIRGRGRIRGRIRGPIRIPKPIPIPIPKNIPKNKNKNKPKLKLKNKLMLKLMJMLKJMJMJMJMJMHMHMHMHOFMHMFMFOFMFODMFODOBMDOBODO%40MBOBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAOAMCOCOAOEMCOEMCOEOGMEOGMGMGOGMGMIMIOIMIMIMKMKKKMKMKMMKKMMKMKMKMMOKMKQIOKOKOKQIOKOISIQIQIQISIQGSISGSISGSGSGSGUEUGSGUEUGUEUEUCUEUEWCUEWCUCWCWCUCYAUAWCWAWAWAUAY%3FWAW%3FW%3FW%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Bekxz-xrbCn65FvmmajFzUj8Z0=) Bowen Island, BC #### What's nearby - Bowen Island Historians Museum - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles - Killarney Lake Viewpoint - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles - Bowen Bay - 22 min drive - 8.0 miles - Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal - 42 min drive - 6.2 miles - Cypress Mountain - 60 min drive - 17.3 miles #### Getting around - Vancouver Waterfront Station - 62 min drive - Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - 92 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cypress Creek Lodge - ‬67 min drive - ‪Crazy Raven Bar & Grill - ‬67 min drive - ‪Blenz Coffee - ‬42 min drive - ‪The Shed - ‬52 min drive - ‪Cypress Creek Grill - ‬67 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Romantic Ocean Forest Retreat: Cozy Comfort & Adventure on Bowen Island! located? > This family-friendly Bowen Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bowen Island Historians Museum, Coastal Patterns Gallery and Crippen Park. Killarney Lake is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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