Ango Retreat, Salt Spring Island

Ango Retreat is an enchanting waterview haven: 20 gorgeous acres of sunny meadows, orchards, woods and gardens nestled privately at the end of an idyllic country lane.

‘Ango’ means ‘Peaceful Dwelling’, as both an action or state of being, as well as a place to be.

Here, birds and frogs sing, tall fir trees dance in the breeze, the water reflects ever-shifting light, bright dragonflies flash over the pond, the air is fresh and sweet. Here we breathe deeply, drink in beauty, and forget for a while the busy world beyond.

With fully self-contained guest suites and a variety of facilities for group activities, Ango offers an extraordinary setting for your vacation, class, workshop, personal retreat, ceremony or meeting.

And within this beautiful locale, the resident Ango team offer a range of healing and creative arts services, to further delight, restore, inspire and nurture you, body, mind and soul. (Full details on the About pages.) We’re especially excited that the fabulously talented pianist Don Conley is now in residence, ready to entertain or teach you in the lovely new separate music studio.

For a uniquely memorable experience we invite you to book Don for your very own program of musical magic, played on his magnificent Steinway concert grand piano!

Ango Retreat is wheelchair accessible, and environmentally friendly; we clean with ‘green’ and fragrance-free products, raise all our crops organically, and maintain diverse wildlife habitats.

No matter the season, or whether you visit for a few hours, days, or weeks, we know that the beauty of this land will touch you deeply, and you will leave feeling nourished and revitalized.

Ango Retreat
340 Lepage Rd.
Salt Spring, British Columbia, V8K 1N1

Phone: 250.537.0022

www.angoretreat.com    email: angoretreat@telus.net

The Villas at Vesuvius

Relax and take in the famous vistas and sunsets of Vesuvius from Salt Spring’s newest and most unique vacation accommodation, just a short stroll from store, restaurant and the island’s warmest swimming beach.

Set against a wooded hillside overlooking Vesuvius Bay, the Mediterranean style Villas contain 12 independently owned, tastefully furnished one and two-bedroom suites ranging in size from 900 to 1,300 square feet. The upper floor suites are accessed by elevator and covered breezeways.

All suites feature an open plan kitchen/dining and living area with fireplace, opening onto a large shaded porch or balcony. In addition each of the four terrace level suites has a private garden/patio area. Facing southwest, the balconies and terraces are bathed in sunlight from morning until sunset.

Each suite has a fully equipped kitchen, including full size fridge, range/oven, microwave, dishwasher and attractive table settings for dining indoors or out, as well as extra changes of linen and towels and its own washer and dryer.

anitataj@hotmail.com        www.tajmahalacres.com

Welcome to the Taj Mahal Acres, a beautiful accommodation on Denman Island that is a perfect place to relax, play and feast.

Come and relax in peaceful surroundings of the open living concept of the ‘Taj Mahal’. Your booking includes the entire 3 story studio building on 15 acres of forested footpaths and stunning ocean and mountain views. Perfect for reunions, group getaways and extended weekend escapes, that is steps from the beach. Spend your time in comfort, reading by the wood stove, bird watching, barbecuing local seafood and relaxing in the freshest air imaginable.

Wildlife at Taj Mahal Acres is ever present, with song birds flying about and deer grazing on the edges of the property. We are animal lovers and have made Taj Mahal Acres dog friendly.

Part of the charm of our accommodation is that it is on a small rural island. Denman village has some amenities, mostly arts and crafts with 2 food shops and a gas pump. Come prepared with what you need for your stay, but a tour of the 19 km long island is always recommended.

However you choose to spend your time while staying at Taj Mahal Acres, you’ll surely depart more peaceful than when you arrived.

End, or even start your day, with a hot soak in the unique claw tub with ocean & mountain views.

anitataj@hotmail.com        www.tajmahalacres.com

Poets Cove Resort & Spa – Accommodations
9801 Spalding Road
South Pender Island, British Columbia V0N 2M3 CANADA
Tel: 1-888-512-POET (7638) or 250-629-2100
Fax: 250-629-2105

Poets Cove offers a mix of pristine wilderness and elegant sophistication, with a total of 46 units – 22 rooms in our main Lodge, 15 Cottages, and 9 Villas (a total of 74 bedrooms).

Our Lodge is handsomely designed in the Arts and Crafts style, using simple, natural materials and paying close attention to every detail. Here you can stay in one of 22 beautifully presented rooms, each with a fireplace, balcony and stunning views of the ocean.

Or choose one of our intimate Cottages or Villas featuring the same exacting standards of comfort and craftsmanship as our main Lodge, and have two or three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, fireplaces, en-suite laundry, full kitchens, BBQs, and ocean-facing decks.

Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a romantic weekend for two, a corporate retreat, or the perfect wedding, we will ensure that your stay here at Poets Cove is comfortable, luxurious and memorable.

Delia's Shangri-La Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast - Aerial View

Orca

If you dreamed of the perfect luxurious getaway on these magic islands, you’d be dreaming of Delia’s Oceanfront B & B, a million dollar, 6,500 Sq. ft. house with a billion dollar view plus 5500 sq. feet of wraparound balconies in which to take it all in.

If you imagined relaxing on top of the world with stunning ocean and mountain views all around you, you’d be imagining Delia’s Shangri-La.

Delia's Shangri-La Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast - Sunset

If you longed for serenity, privacy and quiet walks in beautiful sun drenched natural surroundings, with eagles and killer whales for company or aiming Delia’s new computer compatible telescope up at the starry night skies, you’d be longing for Delia’s.

Delia's Shangri-La Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast

Bald Eagle

If a view could be ranked, the 360º vista from Shangri-La would be seven star. Look south over Swanson Channel to Washington’s majestic Olympic Mountains, with Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the San Juan Islands studding the jewelled waters in between. Or look southeast to Mount Baker, a snow covered volcano dramatically rising from the misty blue horizon or north to a view of the Canadian Coastal range. In the evening enjoy the twinkling lights from Vancouver to Bellingham Wa. Steel yourself for fiery, melting sunsets and beautiful sunrises viewed from your balcony. If hosts could be graded for their experiences in the hospitality industry, their desire to please their visitors, their searches in auctions and faraway places for interesting and unique objets d’art, their commitment to excellence, and the positive comments of their departing guests, they would get an A plus. If recreation opportunities could be counted, Delia’s Oceanfront B & B would be at the top: borrow the bicycles to explore Trincomali or take along your bathing suit to try out nearby Magic Lake. Or check out one of the best fishing holes for sockeye, pinks and cod, located right at the foot of this bit of heaven. Or wander among the red varnished arbutus, and gnarled oaks, sit on the country seats and breath deeply. The air doesn’t come any fresher or cleaner. Rejuvenate yourself. Imagine this, then reward your imagination.     ]]> http://www.gulfislandsguide.com/delias-shangri-la-oceanfront-bed-and-breakfast/feed/ 0 http://www.gulfislandsguide.com/reflections-on-the-lake-bed-and-breakfast/ http://www.gulfislandsguide.com/reflections-on-the-lake-bed-and-breakfast/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:50:11 +0000 Kevin http://www.gulfislandsguide.com/?p=381

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast, Pender Island, British Columbia

Nestled on the shores in a picturesque Hidden Bay on Magic Lake, our lovely cottage is an ideal escape for a honeymoon, romance, an anniversary or special occasion, a weekend getaway, rest and relaxation, or and extended island vacation. Kick back and relax or seek some local adventure, kayaking, whale watching, sailing, beach combing, golfing or exploring our lovely island. Many of these activities are just minutes from Magic Lake. Our accommodations are non-smoking.

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast, Pender Island, British Columbia

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4711 BUCCANEERS RD,  NORTH PENDER VON 2M2
E-mail:reflectionsonthelake@shaw.ca
PHONE: 250 629 3664   PLEASE PHONE BETWEEN 8 am to 8 pm THANKS
www.penderislandbedandbreakfast.com

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast, Pender Island, British Columbia Nestled on the shores in a picturesque Hidden Bay on Magic Lake, our lovely cottage is an ideal escape for a honeymoon, romance, an anniversary or special occasion, a weekend getaway, rest and relaxation, or and extended island vacation. Kick back and relax or seek some local adventure, kayaking, whale watching, sailing, beach combing, golfing or exploring our lovely island. Many of these activities are just minutes from Magic Lake. Our accommodations are non-smoking.

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast, Pender Island, British Columbia Pender Island is located between Victoria and Vancouver, British Columbia in the southern Gulf Islands. We are also just a short hop from the San Juan Islands in Washington State. North Pender Island is easily accessible by car – ferry, float plane or boat. Recently huge tracks of land were set aside as a National Park by the Federal Government to protect the incredible natural settings, the animals and sea life that make our Gulf Islands so special. We are minutes away from one of those National Parks.

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast, Pender Island, British Columbia While at Reflections on the Lake you can make the most of your holiday by making use of the watercraft available for your use.  Reflections has an aluminum boat, a canoe and a two-person sailboat for your use.  Magic Lake is a small, quiet protected lake where you can fish or just cruise the lake and enjoy the peace and tranquility and absorb the sounds in this bird watching paradise.

Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast Canoeing Reflection on the Lake Bed & Breakfast Gardens Your adventures on Pender Island will surely thrill you as you observe seals, eagles, osprey, otters, and the magnificent Orcas that often cruise our Pender coastline. You can enjoy walking or beachcombing on one or Penders many beaches.

Reflections on the Lake Bed and Breakfast 4711 BUCCANEERS RD,  NORTH PENDER VON 2M2 E-mail:reflectionsonthelake@shaw.ca PHONE: 250 629 3664   PLEASE PHONE BETWEEN 8 am to 8 pm THANKS www.penderislandbedandbreakfast.com

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