A Happy Nest up in the trees, unique Salt Spring Cottage close to town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is A Happy Nest up in the trees, unique Salt Spring Cottage close to town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is A Happy Nest up in the trees, unique Salt Spring Cottage close to town located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cusheon Lake, Artspring Arts Center, and Salt Spring Saturday Market. Spa by Lenice and Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Gord P.

Dec 15, 2024

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Excellent cabin in a great location. Easy to access, clean, well equipped. Great tub, awesome shower

Very relaxing, quiet, cozy, romantic

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Sep 9, 2024

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A lovely stay.

Relaxing, peaceful and a great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C F.

Jan 27, 2025

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Peaceful, light-filled

Unique, restful, well-designed cabin in the trees. One of our favorite VRBO places! Loved the bright winter light while we were there. Great bed! We felt away from it all, yet Ganges was only 7 minutes away. Also highly recommend host Kathe’s therapy session/acupuncture just down the driveway.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mallory L.

Nov 13, 2024

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The perfect spot!

It's the sweetest cabin, with everything you need for a great stay. Super close to the town! We recommend buying lamb and veggies from the farmers markets to cook up at home!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler V.

Sep 22, 2024

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Great weekend

Super easy to check in, enjoyed our stay. No complaints!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

May 16, 2024

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Cozy

Wonderful and peaceful home away from home

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna W.

Jul 26, 2024

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Cutest little cabin in the woods

The “Happi/nest” was the greatest little getaway for my husband & I. We loved the big windows in the living room & bathroom. The bed was very comfortable & the kitchen contained all supplies we needed. Thank you for a great stay💕

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

May 28, 2023

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Cute cabin

Second time staying here - it’s still a perfect hidden gem

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Jun 28, 2023

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Getaway

Excellent location, very close to Ganges! Host is a great communicator, very quick to respond to all my questions! Lovely cottage! Would definitely stay again. :-)

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marshall B.

Jul 26, 2023

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Very nice

We had a nice stay at this scenic and secluded cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan W.

Jan 26, 2023

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A perfect getaway

A great place to disconnect and spend quality time with company! Would highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan F., Calgary

Nov 11, 2023

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Rustic and cozy in the trees

Great hosts for this lovely rustic and cozy cabin in the trees. It’s a short drive into Ganges where there are lots of interesting shops and restaurants to explore. We were here for two nights and will stay longer next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine L.

Feb 20, 2023

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Cozy weekend

My partner and I wanted a cozy stay and we found it! This place is awesome, perfect for staying inside playing board games or for exploring the island. The bed is so comfortable, the views (especially from the bath) were amazing, we will definitely come back again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

J-A K.

May 17, 2024

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Bubblebath

Cute and quaint, cozy little retreat in the woods. Lots of bird songs to hear, but note that sounds of nearby road are also noticeable. Enjoyed a few good movies as there is an interesting selection of dvds. It is perfectly relaxing; don't forget your bubblebath!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Jul 13, 2023

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Lovely getaway

We loved our time at the Happinest! A very quaint cabin with all the amenities required to feel right at home. We didn’t rent a vehicle, so it was a bit of a jaunt into town, but we soon discovered that we enjoyed these walks! Thanks to our hosts for making this an enjoyable week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gail N.

Sep 1, 2023

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Perfect Retreat

This was the perfect place to hide away for a couple of days. It is very rustic with basic amenities but that suited me just fine. The bed is very comfortable, there's a lovely seating area surrounded by windows and the kitchen is functional. Huge tub in the beautiful bathroom that I didn't take advantage of due to drought concerns but the shower worked fine too.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan M.

Apr 12, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Reviewing my 4 days stay

The property was a bit neglected. A coat of paint on the doors and windows would make it look way more inviting. The approach to the cabin was difficult to manoeuvre. It rained the whole time we were there. A wood burning fireplace would have made it way more cozy. However, despite all this, my husband and I did have a relaxing time. We watched a lot of movies on Netflix 😀

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Karn L.

Jul 4, 2023

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Rustic doesn't have to mean neglected

Pros Air conditioning! Pans & cooking utensils were all there and in good condition Comfy bed and bedding Lots of towels if needed Large soaker tub Full size fridge Location Overall a beautiful little cabin Cons This cabin is in need of maintenance. Decks needs upkeep- also some nails sticking out on the deck Aerator missing on the kitchen tap Bathroom sink barely draining If a window did have a screen, it was ripped and non-functional (this has also been mentioned in a review from September 2022) BBQ hose leaks if moved slightly Internet router is prehistoric Lacking some basic cooking items like aluminum foil Needs a thorough cleaning in the nooks and crannies Coffeemaker options is a percolator or slow drip only (and the filter has holes in it) The drive up could be difficult for some drivers or vehicles

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Jun 5, 2023

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Simply wonderful rustic cabin in the woods

A Happy Nest is a special place. It is not far from Ganges and the delights of Salt Spring yet with the birds singing and only the very distant hum of the occasional car, it is very much in the "in the woods"; private and surrounded by nature. It has everything I needed and the bed was extremely comfortable ! The bathroom is wonderful. Not just because of the big tub and rainshower (hot with great water pressure), but also because of the vast windows looking into the forest. The deck that wraps around the cabin ensures you can capture the sun into the late afternoon. Inside, the living around is very comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need. Internet access was spotty, but you don't come here expecting to be "connected". It's not that sort of place:) I recommend the short drive to Mount Maxwell (I biked, but I think any car with reasonable clearance is fine). I had clear blue skies first thing, before others arrived. The beauty of staying "in the foothills" / so close. For me, I was looking for a couple of nights "away" to recharge my batteries and The Happy Nest provided exactly the base to do that. I will not hesitate to return:) Thank you Bruce.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sophia

Mar 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Dec 16, 2022

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Amazing, peaceful stay

I needed some solitude, so I was looking for a cozy place where I could comfortably unwind. I found that in the Happinest. I enjoyed the comfy bed, taking in the morning view from the porch, cooking myself meals, taking a bath in the longest bathtub I've ever been in, and building a fire in the woodstove. Bruce was extremely communicative but not imposing. He was helpful, bringing extra firewood and clearing the driveway after snowfall. The ideal host! I personally didn't find it difficult to get around without a car, but it's definitely an added cost to plan for. I walked into town a few times and I utilized Silver Shadow Taxi for about $15 one way to/from the house. Others described the property as more rustic, but it was exactly what I was expecting and a looking for: a cozy, hippie-ish cottage. It was extremely clean and everything in the house is in great shape. Lastly, as a female, solo international traveler, I felt very safe at the property, as well as everywhere on the island. I definitely recommend staying here and I hope to return someday!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Nov 18, 2022

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Oasis

We needed a quiet cozy space to get away and shut off for a few days and this is exactly what we got. We really didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

lawrence h.

Oct 21, 2022

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Little gem in the trees

We loved the property nestled in the trees with lots of light and big windows. So surrounded by nature, we were a bit disappointed to hear traffic on the country road below, but generally speaking it was a very peaceful and comfortable and well-equipped cabin, true to it’s description on the site.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Oct 20, 2022

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Bea-u-tiful!

This cabin is a delight. I felt very fortunate to stay at the happinest. I almost wished I could have stayed in all day. It is truly peaceful. A particularly memorable moment for me was doing yoga* with the sunlight pouring through the window. (Yes there is a yoga mat!)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Sep 24, 2022

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Cute and cozy

Loved how it felt like being in a treehouse. Very cozy. The bath was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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