Summerhill by the Sea Bed and Breakfast  

Hop on the 20-minute ferry from Horseshoe Bay or a water taxi from downtown Vancouver and escape to beautiful Bowen Island ~ Vancouver’s best-kept secret.

Inspired by nature, the environmentally-friendly Summerhill by the Sea is surrounded by trees and overlooks Snug Cove. It's just a short walk down Cates Hill to the docks, shops, galleries and cafes. SBS features a private suite: one bedroom with an ocean and mountain view, a private bathroom, a private livingroom area with a sectional pull-out for up to two additional guests plus a pool table, a separate entrance and a magnificent garden.

SBS specializes in writers’ retreats, adventure, family and of course romantic getaways. Summerhill is also open during the 2010 Winter Olympics.

“It’s just 15.5 miles northwest of Vancouver and about 60 miles south of Whistler. Effectively, it’s hidden in plain view, right in the midst of the 2010 Winter Games arena.” - NBCOlympics.com

SBS owners Andrea and Dave run several other environmental businesses including Love Trees and Andrea is the author of The Wish Trees, a children’s environmental story book.

A portion of Summerhill’s Bowen Island Bed and Breakfast profits will be donated to The ChariTREE Foundation ~ the children’s environmental education charity. Make a reservation to get away today!

Testimonials“Thank you for sharing this tranquil peace and paradise. I love the fine details that you do to make one’s stay pure perfection.” Cass H, Langley, British Columbia, May 2009.

“Breathtaking experience, absolutely beautiful.” Ryan D., Calgary, Alberta, July 2009

“Thanks for sharing your Paradise Island.” Paty, Karmine and Mau, Mexico City, June 2009.

“Thanks for the wonderful stay ~ very beautiful place.” Brad H., Fort McMurray, Alberta, June 2009

“Perfect spot, nice big space, wonderful breakfast.” Dawn G., July 2009

“Love this suite and your great hospitality. Thank you very much.” Dawn M., September 2009

“What a wonderful suite - I loved it. Too bad I could not stay longer.” Rick, September 2009

“It’s beautiful here! I could not ask for anything more.” Kate M., Calgary, Alberta, July 2009

Amenities: Fridge, Microwave, Coffee Maker, TV, Cable, Stereo, DVD Player, Telephone , Wireless Internet, Shared deck(s), View of ocean, View of mountain hill, and more...

Cancellation Policy: 72 hours

We have pets. Children are welcome. We have children.

Breakfast: inquire A light breakfast: Scones or muffins, coffee, tea and juice.

Driving Directions: Bowen Island’s Snug Cove is just a short hop and a jump from Vancouver ~ or a 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay. For ferry and water taxi schedules visit our site: http://www.summerhillbythesea.com/wp/?page_id=5 Once you arrive at the Snug Cove dock on Bowen Island you can drive (2 minutes) or walk (10 minutes) up the hill to Summerhill by the Sea B & B on Cates Hill. We can also pick you up for $5 each way from the cove. Once off the docks go straight up Bowen Trunk Road (the main road through Snug Cove), take the first left (Dorman Road) pass the cafe and then the first right (Village Drive). We are the second house on the ocean side after Captain Cates Way and the first big turn on Village Drive. We’re 961 Village Drive - Summerhill by the Sea. Check-in 3 pm / check-out 11 am ~ see you soon.

Local Area Attractions: Kayaking, sailing, mountain biking, hiking, beaches, strolling down to the cove to savour restaurants and cafes and checking out local crafts.

Onsite Activities: Taking in the stunning ocean and mountain view. Playing piano and billiards, watching tv, writing your next great novel.

Seasonal Info: Open all year, 2010 Olympic Accommodations available