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RELAX, BE INSPIRED HAVE FUN IN THIS SAVVY SEAGULL SUITE RETREAT
Nanaimo, BC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Getaway
I am in BC for work and had to stay over the weekend so I took the ferry from Horseshoe Inlet to Nanaimo. The ferry is easy and an enjoyable ride. The Savvy Seagull was a great place to stay. Very clean and the fireplace made it feel very comfortable in early Spring. Ray was very helpful and accommodating to my late check in. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Candace T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savvy Seagull
The location was excellent, within walking distance to Neck Point Park. However, I was unaware of the flight of 28 stairs that was required to navigate to get to the lower level suite. My sister and I are seniors - we both needed help to get our suitcases up and down. Ray, the owner, was a delight to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
Hope see you again!

10/10 Excellent

SusannahJoy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hideaway
This property was lovely. It faces the water, it’s completely private, and access to all that Nanaimo has to offer is convenient. Our hosts were friendly and unobtrusive, and we all enjoyed our stay. Our boys loved the fireplace and the opportunity to watch the sunrise from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Savvy Seagull
Very clean, comfortable and quiet for. Any suggestion might be that a motion light be installed near the door. We came in after dark every night and needed to use our phone to see the key pad.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Me & Ed

Liked: Cleanliness
short visit at Seagull suite
The accommodation was clean, comfortable, and cozy.The kitchen was very well equipped, as well as the bathroom. Robes and sandals were a nice touch. Too bad we stayed only 2 days, as we were visiting the family living in Nanaimo during the day. The algae on the steps were slippery, so we had to watch our step. Ray and James were nice and caring hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Christmas week in Nanaimo
Great location with view of the trees of Neck Point. lots of room in 2-bedroom suite for 2 of us. One bed very firm and 1 softer. Really enjoyed gas fireplace. Full kitchen with almost everything we needed to cook a Christmas dinner. Only negative were the 32 steps down to our rental suite entrance as it is on a steep lot. The owner and family kindly helped us get our luggage and food supplies down the steps.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann H., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Escape
We really enjoyed the view, the fireplace and the overall peace of the house. It was very private and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Giles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and well equipped
Accommodation very good, and would be fine for up to four. Main issue was first impressions of house front at street level. We did not realize that the rental was down many steps to the bottom level at the back. So view was more limited than expected. Steps down make it difficult for older couples like us, although we were able to leave through the back laneway so did not have to carry bags back up the steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
We came to Nanaimo to see relatives. After a day of touring, it was great to come back to the "seagull", to relax and recharge for the next day of sightseeing. The proximity to Neck Point also gave us a chance to exercise. We'd book this property again if we come back to Nanaimo in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2023
Welcome come back again! Thank you for your review!

10/10 Excellent

Marshall S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vancouver Island Adventure
This property was just as stated the VRBO listing. Cleanliness is of first importance to us and the "Savvy Seagull" met this criteria. The host, Ray and her spouse were gracious without being intefering. I highly recommend this property for anyone who wants to rest or explore Vancouver Island. Good location for access to Victoria or the inland (Sproat Lake, etc.)>
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

leo c.

Liked: Cleanliness
location to the waterfront parks is a great feature,
The host was very accommodating and seemed genuinely concerned that everything was ok. The suite was very well-equipped with almost everything you need or forgot (even had shaving cream!) It's not quite waterfront as pictures might suggest, however within a 5m drive to numerous waterfront parks. The suite lacks a dishwasher and is located in the lower suite of the host's home. It is a walkout so NOT a basement suite. The two separate bedrooms are a bonus. There is a walkway on the side of the house which leads to the suite. There are quite a few stairs to navigate. Overall the location to the waterfront parks is a great feature, obviously, price is a consideration and at the time we booked the $ per night was a great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H., Edmonton, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The unit is just as advertised. Comfy two bedrooms with shared bathroom. Location is great. Enjoyed our stay here. As said in prior reviews, the stairs are a lot. Not bad on a day to day basis but when it’s time to carry your luggage back up … ugh. But you only have to do it once. Otherwise great location and Ray met us at check in and was super friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place
nice place, everything there that you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sumiko S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Explore Nanaimo area
Great location & roomy accommodation. Number of stairs to entrance so take into consideration.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at Savvy Seagull Suite, Nanaimo
We had an enjoyable stay at Savvy Seagull Suite, a cozy and well-equipped retreat. It's not quite waterfront as pictures might suggest and lacks a dishwasher. However, it compensates with luxurious amenities, and reliable Wi-Fi for remote work. Recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
The place was clean and comfortable! Well stocked kitchen and bathroom too. We enjoyed the slippers and house robes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice property. Lots of space and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
We were visiting family in the area. It is a great neighborhood. Easily walkable to Neck Point. Nice and clean. Very comfortable for a family of four.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Werner & Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay Review
Location and accommodation with Ray and James was good, we were satisfied with it. Overall the only negative we had was the sound of loud walking above us. It was alright during the daytime but most annoying during the night. We were expecting the stairs outside so that was not an issue for us.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayyan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lovely
Loved the park right below the house, hosts were a pleasure! Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed staying
Good place to stay if you don’t mind stairs
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wzcellwnt
Great place to stay! Excellent owners and ideal location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blaine & Dianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in a great place
All amenities included!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
We had a lovely stay and found our host to be kind and thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy L., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We enjoyed staying here. We have stayed here before and had no problems, but last weekend unfortunately, the Wifi was unreliable, and that particular community has poor cellular data reception, so I could not even use my cellphone as a hotspot, and was unable to get the work done that I had hoped to do. Ray was very apologetic, and I feel that likely the issue was out of her hands in any case.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2022
Hi cindy, We fix the wifi after you left . Sorry about the wifi didn’t convenient for you .

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
The little house was super comfortable and very clean. Nice place. There are 2 flights of stairs to get down to the entryway, but well lit at night. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

francine l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay!
The suite was very clean and very comfortable. All amenities were there as described. It is located in a nice quiet neighborhood, a few minutes by car from shops and restaurants. The only caveat is that the suite is not at street level, more than 20 steps to go down. Not practical for people with some mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mixed reviews
The suite has a fairly well equipped kitchen and is well appointed with conveniences. Overall it was fairly clean and comfortable. The information that i got in the confirmation email from VRBO wasn't all up to date. There were some communication difficulties due to that, but it all worked out. We loved the nearby Neck Point park, and swimming in the ocean. It is easy to get to from the ferry. One safety concern - the hot water is scalding hot - it should be turned down. The honours cat is a character, very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yin Yin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location + pool & trampoline bonus
We were pleasantly surprised by the new pool and the trampoline (especially our kids!). The property was clean with comfortable beds and soft towels, even beach towels were provided. Kitchen was well equipped. The hosts were very welcoming and quick to respond to any questions. Location is great as Neck Point is a beautiful close by walk. We would definitely stay here again if visiting Nanaimo. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Hope see your beautiful family again!

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and value.
A great stay with the best location for eBiking and convenience to amenities. Hosts were extremely cordial. The only negative found was the workout of numerous steps required to access the lower unit. Consequently the value of pricing is reflected. Patio with BBQ even provides a partial view of the bay. Thank you Ray and James!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faizal K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick get away
Nice place to stay, close to the ocean. Clean and comfortable suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Thank you for your comments!

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic vacation
The property was more than we could have asked for. Beautiful covered deck to sit and enjoy a coffee or glass of wine Large bedrooms with very comfortable beds. Modern kitchen which was well equipped. A short walk from the back gate we could walk along trails and lookouts to the ocean. There were also special little surprises. Like bath robes for all four visitors along with slippers. What a treat!. All in all we agreed that we would definitely stay there again and will tell our friends about our great holiday. Thank you so much to Ray and James for making this a special trip for four old friends who have known each other for almost fifty years.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart K., Nanaimo, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Family was very pleased with their stay in Nanaimo. They all had a great time here. They had a great time while on the Island. I was very impressed with the property. I give it a "10". Thank you Ray.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nadine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savvy seagull
My concerns were not with the actual place to stay, but with vrbo itself. My hosts were not told that we were coming and there' was confusion when we arrived even though in was sent a confirmation email.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay - clean, great attention to detail and smooth
Loved our stay here - thank you for all the small extra touches to ensure we had everything needed. Beautiful area and nice views with a short walk outside. 15 min walk to Neck Point park. Clean, great communication - would recommend! Thank you, Ray and James.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
Great hosts! Very clean! Great location to get to sites!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you for your recommendation. Hope see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Experience
Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you for your recommendation. Hope see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside rental
This property worked wonderfully for us because it was close to our family that live in Nanaimo. We weren’t at the property much but during the night the people above us were very noisy. The sound bearer between floors wasnt very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Sorry about the noise! We will more carefully about that !

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
This place lived up to it's description; very clean, spacious, modern and with a fantastic view. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We were very happy with this property. The location was so close to Neck Point Park and Linley Valley Park, and it was easy to get in and out of town via Hammond Bay Road. The interior was clean, modern, and welcoming, with all the touches you could want to enjoy your stay! The beds were comfortable, and the shower was hot, with good water pressure. The deck was a wonderful area to sit on and enjoy the view. Ray was a fabulous host, and was very helpful. At times we could hear the owners walking above us, but it was otherwise nice and quiet. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paisley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Very clean quiet 2 bedroom Lovely neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2022
Thank you for your comment! Hope see you again!

10/10 Excellent

john D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent choice
We ha a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Alyson S., Delta

Liked: Cleanliness
House hunting
We came to stay in the area to see if we may want to buy in the neighbourhood. Great accommodations, nice and private. Very quiet with pretty much all we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lili X.

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally a memorable experience!
My husband and my kids enjoyed every moment staying here. The rooms were clean and had all its neccesities, the view was lovely and the host was very nice. Would definitely reccomend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of stairs, but a good view
Beautiful place, great amenities, good view. But be prepared for the stairs - 27 of them (I counted).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I will definitely stay here again
This is a great suite. Its close to parks and its in a good neighborhood. Ray and James were excellent hosts and very hospitable. I have told others about it and would definitely stay here again in the future. Thanks for making my stay enjoyable.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice winter in Nanaimo
Not only did we escape safely from a winter month, we met friends for a lifelong. Small city with all commodities and spectacular sceneries. To repeat.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nanaimo
The accommodations were as described on the VRBO site. However a change in ownership/management had occurred resulting in misinformation about breakfast. The host was gracious to offer what they had and went above our expectation! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2021
Thank you for your comments! Hope see you again!