Mill Bay is located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in Canada, and is approximately 30 km (19 miles) from the capital city of Victoria. It is well known for its ferry, which takes visitors to Brentwood Bay, located on Saanich Peninsula. The ferry is on one of the best routes to the rest of Vancouver Island. Popular attractions include the Kinsol Trestle, which is the biggest and highest of its kind in North America. The trestle is part of the Trans Canada Trail and is located just off Shawnigan-Mill Bay Road.
Families will enjoy picnicking in Bamberton Provincial Park, where swimming, boating, and birdwatching activities are to be found. The Quw'utsun Cultural and Conference Centre allows visitors to have an authentic First Nations experience, with traditional artwork, tours, and native food. Have fun exploring the Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre, where great blue herons can be seen. Read on to find our selection of Airbnb vacation rentals in Mill Bay, 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. Private suite with stunning sea views (from USD 145)
Experience serenity and comfort at this beach house in Mill Bay, where a private, quiet suite offers breathtaking views of the Salish Sea. This one-bedroom retreat features a cozy queen-sized bed ensuring a restful night’s sleep. Step outside to the private yard, perfect for sipping morning coffee or enjoying an evening sunset.
Inside, a well-equipped kitchen allows you to prepare your favorite meals, while a private patio or balcony invites you to dine alfresco. Traveling with kids? No problem. The hosts offer a travel cot, children’s toys, a high chair, and a baby bath. Explore the beauty of the Cowichan Valley, Shawnigan Lake, and the Gulf Islands, all just a stone’s throw away from your doorstep.
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a lovely cozy suite with amazing viewthe view from the suite was lovely very private and comfortablebeautiful apartment with an amazing view we can totally recommend this placethe apartment is so cozy and there where so many details which make this place really specialCleanliness:
everything is perfectly clean and in excellent conditionit is a clean open modern and comfortablei would love to come here again and spent some time in this beautiful and clean placebeautiful view clean and comfortableHost:
jen & jay are wonderful hostsjen is a great host and very responsivejen and jay are amazing people and helpful hostsjen and jay are good hosts-generous and kindjen and jay are excellent hosts and great communicatorsRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovely central place to stayamazing location close to everything with an amazingthere’s a mall with a grocery store good restaurant and pharmacy all within walking distance" perfect location to explore mill bay and surrounding areasthe location is really quiet but easy to explore the valley
2. Pet-friendly forest retreat (from USD 137)
This cozy accommodation in Mill Bay is a nature lover’s dream come true. As you step inside, you’ll find two inviting bedrooms, one with a comfortable double bed and the other with a luxurious queen-sized bed. But what truly sets this place apart is the lush forest that surrounds you, creating an enchanting atmosphere for your stay.
The kitchen boasts all the cooking essentials you’ll need to whip up delicious meals. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and unwind in front of the HDTV with Netflix after a day of exploring. Best of all, the house welcomes your furry friends. Step outside to an inviting outdoor dining area with a barbecue grill. Don’t forget to explore the local wineries whie you are here.
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the heated bathroom floors were amazing comfortable cozy inviting and peacefulCleanliness:
the place is clean and looks brand newsuch a lovely stay the space was very clean and quiet and had everything we neededthe space is clean and tidy with everything we needed for our country getawayHost:
the owner was really helpful with check in and questionsthank you to our hosts for a great staythe owners are very helpful and responsivea warm thank you to host andrewlovely and accommodating host perfect for what we were looking forRead more reviewsLocation:
great stay peaceful & relaxing close to townlovely spot so close to brentwood and shawnigan lake schoolwith a very full life in the city we needed the peace and quiet this lovely spot offered usgreat place everything is what it says will stay here again
3. San Cobble Treehouse (from USD 82)
This delightful treehouse vacation rental near Cobble Hill offers a studio that sleeps two guests, with one bed and one bathroom. It is located on the owner’s 3-acre (1.2-hectare) horse property and is convenient to the ocean, vineyards, golf, the Kinsol Trestle, and Shawnigan Lake. Victoria is a 35-minute drive away and Cowichan Bay can be reached in 15 minutes.
Set in nature, the studio has a hot tub, cable TV, and free wireless internet. Guests use a private bathroom in the owner’s home. Visitors can use the pool, barbecue, and fridge during their stay.
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wifi worked very wellawesome cozy little spot with all the amenities you needloved having breakfast on the balconythere is a heater which is goodwe love how small it was and the wi-fi works wellCleanliness:
the bathroom was very clean and well equippedit was clean and comfortable (for a futon)clean and comfortable loved it very muchbathroom is very nice and cleanchanelles place is lovely relaxing and very cleanHost:
fantastic host and familychanelle is a great hostchanelle & her family were great hostschanelle is a very welcoming host and she makes sure you have everything you needchanelle was such a welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in mill bay- only minutes for marina food and highwaycute cabin great location nice to be among the treessuch a cute spot very cosy great location quiet space and super friendly hostsa great little place perfect for getting away from the city and exploringi liked the quiet neighbourhood it felt like we were the only people for miles
4. Quiet retreat, close to Mill Bay center (from USD 279)
This attractive double room is located on the second floor of a private home. The room is private and has a full bathroom. Guests have access to the patio and gardens. The property is located in the center of Mill Bay on Vancouver Island and is close to the restaurants, beach, Brentwood College and Shawnigan Lake Private School. Victoria and the motorsport circuit are a 30-minute drive away.
Guests have access to the lounge and fridge space is available in the kitchen. The owners allow one small dog on the property, as long as it is comfortable with other dogs, as the owner has two Westies. Free parking and Wi-Fi are available to guests.
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the room was very nice and tidy with a comfortable bathroomHost:
melanie was a great hostabsolutely wonderful room and a very kind hostmelanie's an excellent host her home exceptional and her garden nothing short of one featured in sunset magazinemelanie is a gem of a person and a great host highly recommendmelanie was very helpful she helped us well beyond her stated arrival timesRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely gardens and very close to highway 1a wonderful location and welcoming hostthis is a wonderful gem of a place to stay on vancouver island
5. Ocean and marina view retreat (from USD 93)
This lovely, one-bedroom guest suite sleeps five guests and offers views of the ocean and marina. It is situated in the owner’s property but is totally private. The living room has a sofa bed and cable TV and the sunroom offers beautiful views, along with a twin day bed for an additional guest. The bedroom features a queen bed and there is one bathroom.
There is a deck to enjoy the fresh air and views and a barbecue is available, on request. This house rental in Mill Bay is within walking distance of the shops, beach, Brentwood College and the marina. Free wireless internet and parking are provided to guests. There is also access to a kitchen, to cook daily meals.
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nice sun deck and sunroom and felt like a cozy boutique hotel with a viewshannon & jurrien’s space is a quiet comfortable suite an ocean view and decorated beautifullywe loved the duncan garage restaurant in duncan for health conscience breakfast and lunchthe apartment is bright quiet and clean with a beautiful view to the marinathe bed is comfortable the linens quality the bathroom spacious - everything was lovelyCleanliness:
a beautiful place and clean tooquiet and impecable cleanit was clean as a whistle and very comfortablebright clean and convenient we will be backclean quiet and amazing hospitalityHost:
shannon and jurrien are wonderful hosts giving us both the privacy and all the assistance we neededa lovely place and welcoming hostsshannon and jurrien were great hosts ensuring that we had everything we needed to have a perfect stayshannon and jurrien were wonderfully hospitablegood communication with hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
location is an easy walk to the stores in mill bay and brentwood collegea large clean and comfortable place in a good location a short walk from mill bay centreit is close to everything including some of the best meals we've ever eatensuch a lovely spot close to the water shops and restaurantsright close to the water and easy access to the highwayvery clean and bright and well furnished
6. Lilmac getaway guest suite
This attractive guest suite is set in a private home in a quiet green space and offers its own private entrance. There is an open living space, a kitchen and bedroom plus one bathroom. The supermarket, restaurants, stores and markets are close by, as are walking trails and wineries. The property is within easy walking distance of Brentwood College.
The living area features TV with Netflix and Apple TV, as well as free wireless internet. The bedroom features a queen bed and the bathroom has a bathtub.
Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada
11.8 km (7.4 mi) from The Butchart GardensSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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it was very private with good wifi receptioncomfortable bed/furnishing fully stocked kitchen reliable wifi and super playful dogsthe space was stylish and cozy with great attention to detailthe kitchen was well outfitted and made it easy to make some meals during my stayCleanliness:
super clean and organizedvery clean and quiet spaceit was sparkling clean and comfortablethe place was spotless and so comfortablevery new clean and comfortableHost:
great host and super friendly dogs to great you when you come homeingrid was a gracious host and was sure to make sure we had everything that we neededingrid and husband are very kind hostshosts are friendly but also quiet and respectful of your spaceshe was even kind enough to leave us some breakfast nececcitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
area is quiet but close to mill bay centre with nice paths close by for walksit’s close to shops with easy access to brentwood college schoolnice stay close to mill bay will stay againgreat neighbourhood to relax or for a getawaywe really enjoyed ingrid’s place
7. Private oceanview garden suite
This garden guest suite offers lovely views of the ocean and is close to the ferry, kayaking, hiking trails, restaurants, coffee shops and a shopping mall. The area is convenient for public transport. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, coffee maker, fridge and toaster oven. The living area features cable TV and there is a patio, for fresh air and relaxation. The bedroom has a queen bed. Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi are available throughout and there is free parking.
Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada
10.31 km (6.5 mi) from The Butchart GardensTop guest reviews
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we loved our little staycation and this cozy cottage was the perfect fit for usa/c was a bonus as i didn't expect itthe cottage was very comfortable offering privacy and a beautifully furnished spacethe suite was clean cozy and janet had the ac on for us when we got injanet’s place was very comfortable quiet and charmingCleanliness:
janet's place was spotlessly clean comfortable and pleasantly decoratedthe room was sparkling clean and the bed was very comfortablethe place is spotless & bed is very comfortableit was very clean when we got there and had everything we neededthe suite is beautiful and so cleanHost:
nice quiet suite with very kind hostswe very much appreciated the privacy of a separate building and the little touches that our hosts providedjanet is a great hostvery cozy comfortable space with very friendly hostsjanet and kent were gracious hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for mill bay and lovely fireplacejanet's place is very cute and comfortablea wonderful stay in a beautiful locationa perfect place for a stopover on a bike tripsome thoughtful touches plenty of parking space great location and super cute inside
8. The Vines garden suite
This beautiful garden suite sleeps three guests in one bedroom with two beds. The property is located in a quiet garden in Cobble Hill on Vancouver Island and is surrounded by a forest area, with many birds, rabbits, deer and squirrels. The nearest vineyard is a short walk away, while the lake and ocean are a five-minute drive from the property. The guest suite has a fully-equipped kitchen, comfortable sunroom and a private entrance.
There is a patio with a gas barbecue. The bedroom has one double and one single bed and there is one bathroom. The property is air-conditioned and there is cable TV, free Wi-Fi and parking available to guests.
13.36 km (8.4 mi) from The Butchart Gardens
9. Elegant two-bedroom house across from the beach with ocean views
This oceanview, two-bedroom home is ideal for families and sleeps eight guests in two bedrooms with four beds. There are one and a half bathrooms available in the home. The Red Door guesthouse is set on a private acre (0.4 hectares) of land, in a lovely country setting with views of the water and is close to parks, farmers markets, the beach, wineries, restaurants and coffee shops. There is a spacious, combined living and dining area and the kitchen is equipped with everything necessary to cook daily meals. The master suite features a queen bed and double futon and en-suite half bathroom, while the second bedroom has a queen bed and single bed.
There is a private patio on which to sunbathe and relax, overlooking the garden. The beach is located directly across the road and the area is ideal for picnics, kayaking and other adventures. There is a barbecue for guests’ use. Free parking and wireless internet are also provided.
9.94 km (6.2 mi) from The Butchart Gardens
10. Mill Bay Shores Bed and Breakfast
This oceanfront bed & breakfast cottage is in Mill Bay, in the heart of the wine country and close to Brentwood College. There are many outdoor activities available in the area, including hiking, biking, canoeing, and kayaking or wildlife viewing. The cottage is on the water and has its own deck and stairs down to the beach.
The property is fully self-contained and is suitable for two persons, but there is a sofa bed for additional guests. Guests can enjoy a barbeque and there is an equipped kitchen. Cable TV and free Wi-Fi are provided for guests.
Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada
10.01 km (6.3 mi) from The Butchart Gardens
11. Liberté Gallery waterfront suite
This double room is located in a private home and has its own private bathroom. It is located on the waterfront in Mill Bay and is a 35-minute drive from Victoria. There are several shops and a bistro within easy walking distance. It is a five-minute walk to Brentwood College, along the beach, and there are lovely sunrises to be seen, over Mount Baker.
Guests are welcome to enjoy the garden, which gives access to the beach. There are kayak rentals in the area, as well as restaurants, wineries and shops. The room features a queen bed, TV and free wireless internet. There is a private living room and free parking is available on the property.
Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada
11.22 km (7.0 mi) from The Butchart Gardens
12. Mill Bay luxury ocean gateway
This comfortable guest suite sleeps five guests in two bedrooms with three beds and has one bathroom. The property is close to public transport, the city center, and many activities. The guest suite has vaulted ceilings and a beautiful ocean view. There is a patio to enjoy the fresh air, overlooking the garden. There is a well-equipped kitchen, laundry room and a living and dining room.
Guests have access to a TV and Wi-Fi. The master bedroom features a king bed, while the second has a queen bed. There is a comfortable sofa bed in the living room. Free parking is provided on site.
Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada
9.48 km (5.9 mi) from The Butchart GardensTop guest reviews
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amazing views with tons of space huge ceilings and comfortable bedsvery spacious two nice beds and a beautiful viewgreat view and value with a little issue with hot water for the showerperhaps another comfy chair in the living room would be nice but other wise very spacious and roomythe view of the ocean from the window is perfect for family breakfastCleanliness:
cleanliness could use some attention but otherwise good staythe beds were comfortable and everything was very clean except for the wine glassesfloors and other areas needed to be cleaned bettervery neat and clean suited our needs for the wefantastic comfiest bed i've ever slept on clean and tidy everything you needHost:
minjia is very responsive to our concernshost was nice and responded to messages quicklysince this house is pet friendly will be coming here ofteni would recommend for a family or couple and it is pet friendlyexcellent place excellent host excellent location very quiltRead more reviewsLocation:
minjia’s place is beautiful and located in a very nice neighborhoodgreat location quiet gorgeous views and close to shopping center and downtown victoriaminija’s place worked great for our of an place close to my son’s house while visiting himunlucky because the place has great potential but needs some improvementsbeautiful place wonderful location the only downfall is that the place was not very clean
Sun, sand and fun in Mill Bay, Canada
Enjoy fun at the beach or explore the town and surrounding wineries while staying in comfort in the perfect Airbnb vacation rental in Mill Bay, Canada.
Searching for options in the nearby city of Duncan? You’ll find numerous Airbnb vacation rentals in Duncan to expand your choices. If you’re considering an extended stay, explore the long-term rentals in Duncan. It is conveniently located just a 16-minute drive away from Mill Bay, adding a charming touch to your visit, and is worth considering as a destination.
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