Waterfront Heritage Estate W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage | House in Saltspring Island

9.6 (116 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Ganges House | Waterfront Heritage Estate W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage

5 Bedroom House in Ganges, Saltspring Island

This is the very best of West Coast Canada!
Watch the seaplanes land and sailboats pass by as you relax on your private oceanfront estate. Gorgeous sweeping views of Ganges Harbour are visible from nearly all rooms of this one of a kind heritage retreat.
Built in 1906 by the pioneering Tolson family, this property was the first private school on the Gulf Islands and was later a creamery and then the private retreat of a technology billionaire and his family, during which time the property was greatly restored.
A vast variety of birds and other wildlife make this 4 acre property home. Watch the swans, eagles, hummingbirds, blue heron, quail and other exotic birds from the enormous picture window and expansive veranda. Raccoons, otters, deer and other critters are curious, safe and plentiful.
There is much to do here for all ages. On the property, there is plenty of exploring to do, and the 300 feet of private beach front to enjoy. The main lawn is large enough for a serious soccer game. Pick fruit and berries at several times of the year, then bake them into a pie in the great kitchen that looks into the gorgeous back gardens.
Various flowers are usually blooming all over the park-like gardens and landscaped terraces. Numerous exploration paths weave throughout the property.
Off the property, hiking, kayaking, sailing, golfing, fine dining, casual dining, patio drinking, swimming, shopping, scuba diving, a day at the spa, fishing, yoga, farmers markets, etc... are all close at hand.
The house is set up perfectly for entertaining and relaxing alike. With plenty of space indoors, the adults can enjoy the evening with a roaring fire in the main living room, while the kids use the spacious upper living room or the entertainment room to watch movies on the big screen and play games of all sorts. There are plenty of bedrooms to go around, all beautifully furnished and well appointed. The three full bathrooms mean that no one is waiting for their turn for a shower. The big gourmet kitchen provides the space to cook a grand meal while onlookers enjoy a glass of wine without every getting in the way.
I guarantee you will love your stay here as much as we do!
This house is operated by the Island Heritage Appreciation Club which allows members to use it to cover the costs. Membership is open to all those who appreciate well-maintained heritage properties.
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Waterfront Heritage Estate W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage is located in Ganges. Waterfront Heritage Estate W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage provides accommodation, featuring View, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features View, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Heritage Estate W/5 Bedrooms on Stunning Acreage has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ganges has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Ganges, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: kids love this property, inside and out.
Pet Policy
Note from host: pets must be described/approved at booking. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip note from host: this property is not suitable for parties/events onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number h447656870 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: H447656870

Reviews

Amanda P.
Jun 10, 2025 08:46:33 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This beautiful home lived up to and beyond expectations. Spacious and comfortable with lots of space to relax inside and out it felt like staying with the most hospitable friends. We were a multi age ( 3 generations) family and despite the beautiful furnishings we weren’t constantly on vigil and the stay was without incident. The kitchen was well equipped so meals were a pleasure to prepare for both British and Korean guests. All the facilities of Ganges were just a short walk away so we enjoyed no driving days lounging in the garden and on the beach We had a great few days - thank you Michael
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