Merville is nestled in the Comox Valley on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island, close to Courtenay, Dove Creek, Mount Washington, and Black Creek. The town received its name from soldiers who returned to the island after World War I. Book a night or two for some swimming and relaxation at a hotel with a pool in Courtenay. There is an impressive variety of natural parks to explore in the surrounding Comox Valley, including Seal Bay Nature Park, the River Trail East and West, and Miracle Beach Provincial Park. There are some excellent restaurants in town, including the quaintly-named Merville General Store diner and True Grain Courtenay. Eats and Treats is also worth a visit, as is Hot Chocolates, which serves gluten-free cuisine. For accommodation, continue reading to explore the top Airbnb vacation rentals in and near Merville, Canada.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Spring Haven Guest House (from USD 79)
Take an idyllic vacation surrounded by the meadows and forests of British Columbia. The Spring Haven Guest House offers guests an eclectic place to stay in Merville, granting them plenty of space and privacy. Prepare a meal using the fully equipped kitchen, then dine outside on the patio so you can admire the rural scenery and breathe in fresh air.
When you’re starting the feel the Canadian cold, retreat inside to enjoy the warmth of the electric fireplace and indoor heating. Go ahead and enjoy a cozy evening by surfing the internet or streaming on the 32-inch (81.28-centimeter) HDTV while you keep toasty in the living room.
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the beds were comfortableCleanliness:
nicely setup very clean placeclean cozy and suppliedit was sparkling clean elegantly decorated and homeyit's so comfortable and cleanwe had such a lovely stay here the space was spotless cozy and had everything we neededHost:
regula is an awesome hostamazing host and great spotsuper friendly hoststhe host was welcoming friendly thoughtful responsive and hospitableregula is a generous and kind host going the extra mile even before you arriveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was convenient and safefully stocked and great location for exploring the areawe liked this place and hope to return in summervery peaceful location and friendly hoststhere was a lovely yard for the kids to play and the location was peaceful and private
2. The Barn on Rennie (from USD 104)
While The Barn on Rennie doesn’t house farm animals, it comes with a pleasant countryside ambiance where a family can relax and enjoy a simpler, less hectic pace for a while. It features a modernly equipped kitchen with a slew of handy appliances. You can make smoothies using the blender or bake some cookies in the oven. If you’re craving a barbecue, just fire up the grill outside.
Guests can savor their vacation for an extended period by booking this long-term rental near Merville. If you are traveling with an electric car, you will find the on-site EV charger to be quite convenient, especially for the times when you are planning to try the various things to do in Courtenay, a nearby city.
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beds and sofa bed were comfortablecozy vibes beautiful and easy to relaxabsolutely beautiful lovely place with all the amenities and a wonderfully well equipped kitchen very well cared formain floor king bed was very comfortablethe high ceilings and natural light create a feeling that lends itself to quiet cozy contemplationCleanliness:
wonderful stay extremely clean comfortable staythe barn on rennie is very clean and comfortablethe barn is lovely comfy beds quiet property clean and well appointed“the barn” was very clean well stocked and thoughtfully decoratedthe barn itself is beautiful very clean and well equipped very comfortable and quietHost:
the hosts were super accommodating and quick to replythe hosts were very helpful and thoughtfultrina and ed are wonderful hostsed and trina are thoughtful hosts and made a wonderful weekend at mt washington even betterthe barn is a wonderful place to stay and trina and ed were excellent hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location in the woodsgreat location tons of privacy would recommend to anyonenice and relaxed but close to town by carwalk in shower and water pressure was greatwe loved staying in the barn very cozy and beautiful location
3. Greenhaven Gallery Guesthouse (from USD 81)
This beautiful farm stay in Courtenay is a 14-km or 8.7-mile drive from Merville. The property is set on a farm and in woodlands and is backed by the Strathcona mountain range, with their beautiful views. The suite consists of one bedroom with two beds and a bathroom. The open-concept apartment is decorated with both natural and modern elements.
The guest suite includes a living area with a double bed, a kitchen, a sofa bed and a deck, overlooking the view. Wildlife and walking trails are available close by, as well as rivers and lakes. Wireless internet is available to guests, but there is no TV.
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bring an additional fanthere was a full kitchen perfect for our quick breakfast and and evening mealthis kitchen was awesome lots of space for snuggling up with a good book by the wood stoveit was magical oh and the shower was heavenlyCleanliness:
very clean and nice tasting of interiorvery spacious and clean and beautifully decoratedimpeccably clean with the most thoughtful touches made by eveeverything you need is there and everything was super cleanthis is a very unique space - artistically created very clean and very quietHost:
our hosts were friendly and accomodating and we absolutely loved staying herewe loved exploring the farm and found everyone friendlywe loved the setting the artistic touches and the warmth from the host eveRead more reviewsLocation:
good location to get to courtenay and comaxgreat place away from the citygood location for exploring river and strathcona parka very interesting place to stayloved the trails in cumberland (20 min drive)beautiful loop to walk on the forested property
4. Coastline cabin - Come and relax (from USD 102)
For private property in a country setting, this cabin cottage for rent in Merville is a great fit. It is located on the oceanfront, offering lovely walks and forest trails. The cabin offers beautiful mountain and ocean views and has a private beach and forested area. A deck with a barbecue is available to guests.
There is a queen bed and sofa bed, sleeping four guests. There is also a comfortable living area, a well-equipped kitchen and one bathroom. Wi-Fi is available throughout the cabin, but there is no TV.
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the cottage is comfortable and cozygood view of the sea nice room and good bedthe cabin is sweet the bed is very comfortable and the view is absolutely stunningcharming and comfortable little beachfront cabin with amazing views lots of wildlife and kind considerate ownersgreat place everything you need the view is amazing lie in bed and watch the sunrise over the oceanCleanliness:
very clean and well appointedit was clean and well stockedit was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for a wonderful long weekend staythe entire home was perfect and cozy and clean and charming and beautifulwhat an amazing place clean fairly well equipped view amazing a hidden gemHost:
the owners were gracious and friendlyperfect host in a perfect spothosts on property very welcomingjanet was a great host and the cabin was amazingjanet is a wonderful host thank-youRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right on the beacha tranquil and special location beautifulbeautiful location -quiet scenic and relaxinglocation was perfect for a quiet getawayreal nice place and quiet location by the sea
5. All-season Comox Valley heritage cabin (from USD 109)
This guesthouse is on an organic farm in Courtenay, 14 km (8.l7 mile) from Merville. The Airbnb has one bedroom as it was built more than 100 years ago, though recently renovated. It is near the Tsolum River, which is located at the foot of Mount Washington. There is a deck overlooking the field and an organic vegetable garden and the river is close by. There is a TV in the living area and wireless internet is available, throughout.
The open-plan kitchen comes well equipped for daily cooking and there is a dining area. The spacious master bedroom has a queen bed and a deck facing the river. In the common space on the second floor, there are two floor mattresses and a crib. The bathroom features a bathtub and shower. A barbecue and hammocks are available for outdoor living.
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never a shortage of delights and joys around us - and we were very comfortable in the homethanks for the breakfast prepared quite place nice restthe cabin was clean warm cozy and the view was gorgeous we had everything we neededa beautiful gem pastoral landscape with sheep a rustling river and a cozy cabin to retreatthe river is beautiful luxury and the cabin is cozy and comfortableCleanliness:
the kitchen is very well equipped and the cabin is very clean and comfortablethe cottage itself was spacious clean and comfortablelovely peaceful setting and cozy clean cabin : ) we would happily recommend this airbnb to othersHost:
phenomenal cabin with great hostsexcellent hosts and we will be backour host marlene was warm and graciouserik and marlene are the best hosts you can getmarlene erich and jeff were extremely great hosts and made me feel like part of their familyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is stunning so tranquil and peacefulcozy cottage in a quiet location was perfect to get awaythis place is a piece of paradisemy husband enjoyed the nearby fishing placesperfect for a relaxing getaway quiet but near to the rest of the valley and strathcona
6. Blueberry Farm Retreat - Comox Valley
This comfortable double room has two beds and one bathroom and is located in a private home in Courtenay, a 14 km (8.7 mile) drive from Merville. The room overlooks the garden and forest and has a comfortable bed. A sitting room gives views onto a blueberry field and the property is close to the ocean, hiking trails and ski hill.
The room is in a country house, a 15-minute drive from Comox and Courtenay, while the ocean is a five-minute drive away. A 25-minute drive takes visitors to Mount Washington. Guests have access to the TV room, kitchen and laundry. There is one queen bed and one sofa bed available, sleeping four guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Courtenay, British Columbia, CanadaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the room and living space was greatthe bedroom and living room were very comfortable and had everything we neededthe fresh breakfasts were delicious — home made with ingredients from the farmcomfortable affordable and incredibly scenicarran prepared us every morning a wonderful breakfast which was absolutely deliciousCleanliness:
everything was very clean and organizedeverything clean as a whistlethe rooms were impeccably clean and very spaciousthe house is very clean and comfortablenice quiet and cleanHost:
arran is a wonderful host and always makes our stays very enjoyablehosts were very friendly accommodating and responsivearran was an absolutely wonderful hostour hosts were welcoming and our room was lovelyarran gavin and their lovely children are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was nice great for us with a carthe location is beautiful and the hikes were just what i needed to relax in the eveningwe’re looking forward to booking in again over winter as it’s nice and close to mount washingtonarran and gavin's property is quiet and situated in the beautiful comox valley not far from mount washingtonsuch a cute little place with friendly hosts
7. Entire home in Courtenay
The apartment is located in Courtenay, a 14 km (8.7 mile) drive from Merville. The property is located mere steps from the beach and is next to the Kitty Coleman Provincial Park. Enjoy the farmers market each Saturday and tour the wineries.
The property is a contemporary studio and has a private courtyard. There is a full kitchen, offering views of the ocean and the mountains. The living area features cable TV, while the bedroom has a queen bed. The bathroom offers a shower with a view. Free parking and Wi-Fi are provided for guests.
Courtenay, British Columbia, CanadaTop guest reviews
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the flat is very well appointed full kitchen very comfortable with lots of light and great viewsbeautiful ocean view right outside the kitchen window with a private walkway out to the beachwe stayed for 3 nights and we absolutely loved it the bed is awesome so is the viewwarm and cozy in the unusually cold winter with a well equipped kitchenthe studio apartment is the perfect size for twoCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and nicely arrangedloved the place super clean and a great ocean viewthe apartment was clean and tidy and we felt really comfortable at this placeamazing spot clean cozy and with all the essentials and then someimmaculately clean thoughtfully designed exceptionally comfortable bed top notch wifiHost:
norma is a great hostnorma was a very gracious hostgreat place to stay wonderful hospitality and extremely accommodatingnorma is shy but very thoughtful and kindwhen i checked in norma was very helpful with suggestions for walking areas and things to doRead more reviewsLocation:
it's stumbling distance from a wild and beautiful beach and parkbeautiful little studio on a wonderful locationwe hope to sneak away to this location again next yearvery personal place and ideal for some days vacationan awesome place to get away for a few days
8. Cozy country suite
This country guest suite is located in a private home near downtown Courtenay, a 14 km (8.7 mile) drive from Merville. The suite sleeps four guests in one bedroom and has a private entrance and sundeck to enjoy. A firepit is provided in front of the house and is shared with other guests. The room has a queen bed, a sofa bed and a private bathroom. A TV and Wi-Fi are available for guest use.
Courtenay, British Columbia, CanadaTop guest reviews
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very bright and clean suite and the air conditioning is an added bonusthe space was very comfortable and on a beautiful propertyCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe whole space was clean and well keptit was spotlessly clean and looks brand newvery clean and new with a country settingthe place was lovely and cleanHost:
justin is a great host responded quickly to our questionsour hosts were beyond lovelygorgeous area and super friendly hoststhe hosts jen and justin are awesomejenn and justin are really lovelly hosts and we enjoyed their place (very high standard ) so muchRead more reviewsLocation:
the place was cute and cozya well appointed suite in a beautiful and peaceful locationquiet cozy little suite in a fantastic location just outside of courtenaya great place to stay for a ski trip to mount washingtonthe location while only a ten or so minute drive from courtenay is incredibly peaceful and relaxing
9. Quiet and spacious farm cottage
This quaint farm cottage is located in Courtenay and is a 14 km or 8.7-mile drive from Merville. The property sleeps six guests in two bedrooms with three beds and has one bathroom. The property is ideal for families, hikers and skiers and is a 45-minute drive from Mount Washington. The cottage is located in the Comox Valley and offers beautiful mountain views.
There is a living and dining area with a TV and Wi-Fi and a fully-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms feature three queen beds. There is parking on the property, which is surrounded by farmland.
10. Private, new and quiet carriage house
This comfortable room in a guesthouse is located in the countryside outside Courtenay, a 14 km (8.7 mile) drive from Merville. The property is close to Mount Washington, Comox and Campbell River. Beaches are a 10-minute drive away and there are several golf courses and wineries close by. The room has a queen bed and a private bathroom and TV and Wi-Fi are available to guests.
11. Luxury in the country
This country house sleeps six guests and is on a five-acre (2-hectare) property, a 10-minute drive from downtown Courtenay and a 25-minute drive to Mt. Washington. Located in a beautiful country setting with mountain views, the home has a living area with climate-controlled air conditioning and an HDTV with Netflix and stereo surround sound. The kitchen comes well-equipped and has granite counters and an island, as well as a bar with bar stools.
There is a fire pit in the garden. One bedroom features a queen bed while the second bedroom has one queen and one double bed. There is a separate one-bedroom suite above the garage for additional guests. The bathroom has a shower and heated floors. Free parking and wireless internet are available to guests.
12. Oceanfront serenity cottage
This cottage is located in Courtenay, a 14 km (8.7 mile) drive from Merville. The property is ideal for couples and solo travelers and is close to town, with its unique shops and restaurants and the Comox Valley. The wineries are a short drive away, as well as nature walks and kayaking. The cottage features a living room and a well-equipped kitchen for cooking daily meals.
There is a Murphy bed and the bathroom features a claw foot bathtub with a shower. Enjoy relaxing on the deck, listening to the sounds of nature. Free parking and wireless internet are provided for guests.
Courtenay, British Columbia, CanadaTop guest reviews
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the murphy-bed is super comfortable - sharing the same amazing view as the decka tv and wifi would make this place even more amazinga perfect little one room cottage for a relaxing couples holidaya cozy cottage with great water viewsthere is this beautiful kitchen but no where to sit after fixing a wonderful mealCleanliness:
incredible clean and hospitableclean quiet and privatenew clean and very comfortablevery comfy bed and super clean and quietit was clean upon arrival and everything was as advertisedHost:
veronica was a great hostveronica is an excellent hostveronica is a great host and the décor is on pointveronica was a wonderful host with very prompt and helpful responsesveronica is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location right on the watergreat location and facilitiesall round stunning location and stunning placegreat location right on the shorethe cabin is at a great location and very cozy for relaxing stays
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Relax in beautiful nature with plenty of attractions to visit while staying in a quality Airbnb vacation rental in Merville, Canada, and its surrounding areas.
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