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Steps To The Beach

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A well-maintained garden with various shrubs and a lawn, a body of water in the background, and a house with a visible chimney. - Steps To The Beach (Mill Bay)
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a garden with various plants and a view of a body of water. - Steps To The Beach (Mill Bay)
A house with a white door, a blue mailbox, and a flower planter with orange and purple flowers. - Steps To The Beach (Mill Bay)
A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a window overlooking a garden, and a ceiling with a perforated pattern. - Steps To The Beach (Mill Bay)
A cozy room with a large window, a table with a lamp, and two chairs. - Steps To The Beach (Mill Bay)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Steps To The Beach. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Steps To The Beach

  • Summer may be over but fall on the island is a wonderful time of year to visit. Plenty availability to book the Thanksgiving long Weekend. Book now before those dates are taken! The Weather is typically beautiful and mild, great for out door activities. We are literally just steps to the beach, on the scenic route in the seaside village of Mill Bay, BC. Our garden suite has a lovely view of the ocean where the sunrises greet you each morning. Restaurants are walking distance as is our marina, community wharf & shopping mall. Wine tasting at 9 nearby vineyards or hike, bike, golf, play pickleball at our neighbourhood courts, we have it all for a holiday to remember. Close to Victoria for easy day trips. Steps to the Beach is a hidden Gem. Discover us.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet Time from 10pm to 7:30am
Sensitive Septic System, If you didn't eat it or drink it, Don't FLUSH it. (Except Toilet Paper)
Turn down the heat and lights off when you go out.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 H240749723

About the area

Located in Mill Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Mill Bay Ferry Terminal and Mill Bay Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mill Bay Centre and Duncan Farmers Market. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Mill Bay travel guide
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Mill Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a forested valley.
    Butchart Gardens
    44 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.
    University of Victoria
    52 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • Mill Bay Centre
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Brentwood College School
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Malahat SkyWalk
    15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cobblestone Pub
    8 min drive
  • Maple Palace 2.0
    52 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Spitfire Grill
    52 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps To The Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps To The Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps To The Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps To The Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps To The Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mill Bay Centre and Brentwood College School. Mill Bay Ferry Terminal and Mill Bay Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Steps To The Beach 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and helpful. The suite was well appointed, clean and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for a weekend getaway

Shannon was very welcoming, the suite was clean and had everything I needed. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was spacious with lots of windows with beautiful views of the gardens and bay! We enjoyed sitting outside on the outdoor furniture sipping our coffee watching the sunrise! Kitchen was equipped with lots of spices, utensils and cook ware. Location is awesome. We could walk to the grocery store in 12 minutes. We highly recommend “Steps to the Beach”.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
9+ out of 10 — A wonderful place to stay! We stayed at Steps to the Ocean for a full week, and honestly, we wished we had booked more time. The suite was spotlessly clean, modern, comfortable, and exceptionally well equipped. It had everything we needed, including a fridge, stove, coffee maker, kettle, and a great selection of small appliances. The hosts even provided ground coffee and a large variety of spices and fresh coffee cream, which was a very thoughtful touch. There was also a large flat-screen TV, along with an excellent assortment of books and maps to help us explore the area. The beautiful yard, patio, and BBQ area made the property even more enjoyable. It was a great place to relax after a day of exploring. The hosts were very welcoming, friendly, accommodating, and inviting, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The location was excellent as well — approximately 45 minutes to downtown Victoria and about 45 minutes to the Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, making it a convenient base for exploring Vancouver Island. We would absolutely recommend Steps to the Ocean and will definitely book here again. A fantastic stay and easily 9+ out of 10!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The lovely garden, watching grouse, enjoying the view
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mill Bay stay

Quiet one bedroom aparment with functional kitchen and sitting area. We really enjoyed the morning view of the bay while having coffee, a beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely garden and ocean view

Really enjoyed our stay in Mill Bay. Short walk to the beach, marina and town. Full sized kitchen and fridge. Quiet hosts and location. Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would book again!!

It was just like being at home! Clean, every thing you needed, plus extras. Very nice & friendly hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage in Mill Bay

What a beautiful little cottage! Very quiet and private with a beautiful garden right outside the door and amazing sunrise views. Many thanks to Shannon for hosting us. I hope we can come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Brentwood

Perfect spot to stay for visiting Brentwood for sports or students. Nice beach access just 1 block away. Has everything you need to cook. Would be lovely in any season.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Holiday Stay

Shannon & Harold were excellent hosts.We had a wonderful, relaxing one week stay in their very comfortable ground-level apartment which had lovely views of Mill Bay (especially the sunrises)The apartment had everything we needed including access to a large washing machine and dryer, which was definitely a plus for our roadtrip.Thank you Shannon & Harold for allowing us to stay in your lovely apartment and thank you for the recommendations of places to see and the ferry ride while we were there.It was lovely meeting you both.Warm regards Nev & Margie xx
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and quiet

Steps to the beach is a lovely picturesque area to spend a vacation. There was nothing that Shannon forgot to equip us with. It was very quiet and pleasant. The suite was spotless and water pressure was great for showers. Close to any stores you might need. Beautiful place to enjoy morning coffee with a view of the blooming gardens. Thank you Shannon and hubby for a beautiful place to stay! Barb and John
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, nice ocean view

This property has easy access to the beach; you can walk to the marina at low tide. The yard and outdoor sitting areas are beautiful. The location is very quiet. We didn’t hear any traffic noise and rarely heard our hosts moving around upstairs. Shannon greeted us upon arrival and we didn’t see her again until our departure (she was available, but we had no concerns and had everything we needed) The kitchen was well stocked and the bed was very comfortable (but the pillows are rather flat) The only reason I didn’t give this property 5 stars is because we were asked to strip the bed and take out our garbage, compost and recycling before departing which is something we’ve never come across before. Not a huge request, but very unexpected.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely view of the sunrise and easy to walk down the street to a quiet beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent host and quite relaxing property to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a cute place. We stayed for three days very queen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps from the beach

Very much enjoyed our stay! Great location, very well equipped suite, beautiful view and Shannon was a great host!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

We had a great stay to celebrate our 7th wedding anniversary. We were close to several great trails and we didn’t have a bad meal the entire trip. Very nice if you’re looking for a quiet vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and perfect size space for the 2 of us.

Loved the location Great size for the 2 of us
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax

We had a great stay. The kitchen had everything we needed, comfortable and homey. Close to all amenities. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet. Beautiful view!

Host was amazing. Greeted us and helped us find the right unit even though we arrived at 11:45p. Great communication. The suite had everything we needed. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very comfortable. Comfortable bed tho a little “creaky”. It is a basement suite so some noise from people walking around upstairs. It was very rainy so we didn’t get to enjoy the outdoors much and that is definitely part of the charm of the rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Peaceful

View, peaceful, clean. Needs some updating. Difficult to get to suit
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022