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Over 2 million Canadians travelled south to Florida this year to escape the notorious winters of the Great White North that we affectionately call home.
But many stalwart Canucks are discovering that a welcome reprieve from the characteristically harsh Canadian winter can be found without ever having to crack out the passport.
Welcome to British Columbia. It's true that Canada is famously cold this time of year. The East Coast receives its annual lashing of nasty Atlantic weather; Quebec disappears into its regular deepfreeze; Ontario's lakes freeze over; the prairies howl with bitter blizzards; the Yukon and the Territories become barely inhabitable. Yet, BC enjoys some of the most temperate weather in the country. It's not that it doesn't snow here. In fact, BC enjoys a liberal dose of the white stuff every season. But the temperature never gets that extreme and if you make it as far as the coast, you'll likely be cracking an umbrella out before you'll be cracking out the snowshoes. The bottom line is this: Most of the time, you have the choice to go or not go to the snow and whether you're getting a suntan while skiing Whistler or browsing the antique shops on a rainy afternoon in Victoria, winter is better here. Just ask the 'Snowbird' tourists who have begun make this their seasonal home. From long term rentals to shorter 'escapes', British Columbia is your best bet for a frostbite-free vacation
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Nestled on a beautiful heritage property with 1.5 acres of private gardens, Miraloma 209 is a stunning one-bedroom suite featuring spectacular ocean and garden views in Sidney, BC. More Info...
The Lakeside Cottage is just steps away from the water's edge of beautiful North Lake located on the Sunshine Coast. More Info...
Set right on the edge of the ocean near the peaceful Roberts Bay Bird Sanctuary in Sidney BC, Heron View Cottage is a welcoming two bedroom cottage with spectacular ocean views. More Info...
North Lake Waterfront Home is a comfortable, newly-furnished home featuring spectacular panoramic lake views both upstairs and down. More Info...
Welcome to the Station Villa Executive Condo located in the heart of Victoria's fastestgrowing neighbourhood community of Langford! This comfortable, stylish condo has a townhouse feel with high ceilings, modern fixtures and bright, spacious outdoor area perfect for enjoying our beautiful temperate climate. More Info...
Theres something very welcoming and comforting about staying on a farm estate. It says great family memories and togetherness. More Info...
Unwind with family and friends in our gorgeous Lindal Cedar home which is nestled between towering west coast Garry Oaks and Douglas Firs. More Info...
Nothing defines what the quintessential vacation beach house is better than the amazing Kye Bay Winter Beach House located in Comox on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island. More Info...
Malahat Mountain House offers elegance and comfort from just outside Victoria, on the southern part of BC's beautiful Vancouver Island. More Info...
Oceanfront Escape is a balance between the natural west coast ocean and forest surroundings, and being close enough to enjoy the small town country charms of North Saanich and Sidney or city amenities of Victoria BC. The views from this sunny-side south-facing vacation home and property are incredible and can only be appreciated in person since photographs will only provide a taste of what you will really experience while staying at the Oceanfront Escape. More Info...
Patricia Bay Beach House is located in the quiet ocean-side community of the Sidney/North Saanich area is the perfect spot to vacation and this property is a beautiful home for you to consider. More Info...
Nestled among the trees on Prospect Lake, you will find a cottage style home on a third of an acre. When you step inside the front door, you will immediately feel that you have stepped into a combination of Downton Abbey and an English pub. More Info...
Located on a picturesque 5 acre lot, this large 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, ocean view home is perfect for your next family getaway. More Info...
For peaceful, luxury oceanfront living on Vancouver Island, look no further than this extensive mid-century-modern style 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom rancher in the quiet neighbourhood of Cherry Point in the Cowichan Valley. More Info...
This beautifully designed 4 bedroom 3.5 bath executive town home sleeps 8 and is perfect for a family or group getaway. More Info...
Lake Cowichan Escape is a A-frame beauty located in the scenic Lake Cowichan area with lake access and private dock. More Info...
Nanoose Bay Country Home is located in the quiet seaside community of Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island and is central to some of the best resort areas to experience while visiting the region. More Info...
Nature's Gate Executive Vacation Home located in the very desirable Bear Mountain Resort area with breathtaking views of the Olympic Mountains, Juan de Fuca Strait, San Juan Islands and the City of Victoria. More Info...
Pendray House is a beautiful family vacation home located on the beachfront near Victoria BC. Enjoy amazing views across the ocean of the Saanich Inlet to the Malahat Mountain range on Vancouver Island. The waters are very peaceful on the inlet which makes the swimming fantastic in the summer, walks along the beach, hunting for Gooey Ducks at low water, rock pooling and all the joys of playing on the oceanfront. More Info...
Imagine staying in a private resort styled 6000 square foot vacation estate that has the combination feel of a Rocky Mountain lodge and a Pacific Coast beach house all in one. More Info...
Harbourview Executive At the Reef one bedroom and den is a quaint but exceptionally comfortable place to call home. The condo offers a beautiful view on comfortable furniture, while watching the buzz of the inner harbour. You will love how central this condo is to downtown Victoria and all the attractions it has to offer. More Info...
This lovely, modern, James Bay studio condo is the perfect place to be downtown without feeling like you are downtown. More Info...
Come and experience a relaxing holiday stay at the Manor Suite Off Rockland located in Victoria's most historic and upscale gardened neigbourhoods. More Info...
Seaglass Suite is located in the Roberts House, a condo community in historic James Bay. It is within walking distance to Victoria's iconic inner harbour, spectacular Dallas Road ocean front, Fisherman's Wharf, downtown shopping, restaurants, BC legislature building, Empress Hotel and beautiful Beacon Hill Park. The location can't be beat! More Info...
Looking for a holiday or work rental where you can experience gorgeous West Coast beach living away from the chaos of the capital city? Then you need to make Beachside Cottage on Saanich Inlet your next vacation rental! More Info...
Spacious and clean furnished two bedroom condo in Victoria B.C. near Beacon Hill Park. Enjoy the views of the Olympic Mountains from this sunny, south-facing two bedroom condo with secure underground parking in the highly sought-after concrete-and-steel Roberts House development in central Victoria's charming and historic James Bay Area. More Info...
If you are looking for a terrific place to call home while visiting Victoria look no further than the Bear Mountain Guest Suite. More Info...
Location! New! Green Building! Camden Green is the Place to Stay! Our one bedroom unit is the right place for vacationers who want to enjoy urban Victoria, as well as the amazing outdoor opportunities of the greater Victoria Area. If you are coming to Victoria for business this unit is a quick drive to the downtown area either via highway or surface streets. Should you need to be at Victoria General Hospital, the unit is within walking distance 1 kilometer. The Galloping Goose/Lochside bikeway and walkway is less than a 5 minute short stroll. This unit is also a short drive to the new Uptown Centre 4.3 kilometers, the Millstream shopping centres 5.3 kilometers and the Langford based shopping centres 5.8 kilometers, as well as the array of shopping opportunities in downtown Victoria. In March 2016 the Eagle Creek Centre began a rolling start-up of a Quality Foods supermarket, Cobbs Bakery, Starbucks, Forbes Pharmacy and other stores all less than 1 kilometer from this unit. More Info...
Come and experience a modern and upscale home-away-from-home with plenty of safe parking located in Rockland, Victoria's historic and beautiful neighbourhood. More Info...
Located right on the corner of the Inner harbour in the stylish, art deco-inspired Landmark building, this elegantly furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom sub-penthouse offers guests comfort, style and incredible views all in a convenient location. If youre looking for low-maintenance luxury in the heart of beautiful Victoria BC, this property is for you. More Info...
The Reef Executive Condo is a two bedroom executive styled condo offering views of the Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf and public park directly across the street. More Info...
Resthaven Cottage is a bright, tranquil 1200 sq. ft. bungalow located only a 2 minute walk from the ocean and beach at Roberts Bay in Sidney BC. More Info...
The Corazon, downtown Victoria, is a comfortably furnished two bedroom getaway in the heart of the city. Walking into the foyer, you are greeted with a flood of natural light from the large windows in this well designed corner suite. More Info...
The best spectacular views you can find in Victoria are from the Barkley Manor Executive. More Info...
If youre looking for an idyllic, cottage-style rental that is close to beaches, farmers markets and quaint country shopping and more, then Cowichan Valley Wine Country Retreat is the perfect place for you! More Info...
Hammond Bay Executive Stay is impressive at first sight. Its stately, sprawling design is off-set by the warmth of the wood beams and modern architectural details that give it the perfect blend of estate opulence and homey warmth. More Info...
Set right on the edge of the ocean, White Heron is approachable beachfront luxury, perfect for your next long-term stay in beautiful Parksville BC. This exclusive, gated beach cottage offers guests bright, modern open plan living with a formal dining area, luxurious formal sitting room, exquisite kitchen, three stunning, comfortable bedrooms, a comfortable living room, three bathrooms, and awe-inspiring outdoor living areas. More Info...
Columbia Beach House is a spacious and beautifully appointed oceanfront home located in a quiet neighborhood in Parksville BC on Vancouver Island. This distinctive single level, 3200 sq foot home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large office with computer and printer, high speed WiFi internet, a gourmet kitchen with huge island and custom cherry cabinetry, living and dining rooms separated by a double-sided gas fireplace, laundry room, central vacuum, air conditioning, 2 car garage and large landscaped lot. The stunning ocean views can be enjoyed throughout the house from the master bedroom along with its ensuite bathroom and attached art studio, living room, dining room, breakfast room and kitchen. More Info...
Experience the best of Cowichan Lake waterfront living at Marble Bay Lakefront Home. Over 200 feet of lake and beach frontage to enjoy with private dock from this amazing 3 bedroom 2 bathroom with wrap around decks vacation property. Suitable only for 4 adults and 4 younger children. With a south facing property you can take advantage of the warm sunshine for most of the day while the house is garden is nature's evergreens that accent the property. More Info...