Is Swartz Bay Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Swartz Bay Farm?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swartz Bay Farm?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Where is Swartz Bay Farm located?

Situated in Sidney, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. Resthaven Park and Shoal Harbour Bird Sanctuary are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Swartz Bay Farm Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

2016/3/30

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved this little gem!

Pretty spot, lovely old house, extremely charming and helpful hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/9/25

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/9/23

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice big room with large bathroom. Amazing bed plus linen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/9/18

Liked: Cleanliness

really close to the ferry, buses and restos. very quiet. No tv so we had little to do after 9pm except go to bed. the farm around was neat with deers closeby. Buses to go downtown victoria or butchart gardens were very close to the B&B. Would stay there again. Joe the owner was very courteous and very helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Fred

2019/9/12

Liked: Staff & service

The host joe was very friendly and accommodating. Just know however, that you do not get fresh linens each day. When asked they were brought right up. We liked being away from Victoria and very quiet night.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gord, Saskatoon, SK Canada

2019/9/3

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Joe is a very good guy:) He was very accommodating to some changes to my plans.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/9/1

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2019/8/31

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2019/8/28

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2019/8/27

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

bed was comfortable and bathroom large and roomy however new windows required as unable to open any window - all been painted shut except one which was missing ... no glass! Whole property was run down and needed money spendng on it. Breakfast was poor and breakfast table had dog hairs over it. In the property's favour, it was very close to the ferry terminal.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Mark

2019/8/26

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/8/21

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Its just a nice place . It could do with a TV in the lounge room.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/8/19

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The bed and pillows are comfortable. Joe (host) is friendly and helpful. Perfect for a stay to be foot passenger to ferries - about 15 minute walk. Nice pub about the same distance away. Continental breakfast in morning. Best tasting blackberry berries growing wild. We really enjoyed the stay.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2019/8/19

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location for quick access to Swartz Bay Ferry

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/8/17

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/8/17

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Netter und günstiger Stop wenn man auf dem Weg vom Festland nach Victoria ist. Im Wesentlichen alles OK. Eine Tasse Kaffee und Muffins gab es morgens gratis, ansonsten muss man alles im PKW mit haben. In Laufweite gibt es eigentlich nichts außer der Fähre. Insofern sehr ruhig bis auf hupende LKW, die auf / oder von der Fähre wollen.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

2019/8/16

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay exactly what we needed and staff was friendly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/8/16

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The overall feeling of the old farmhouse. And the huge room and bathroom. Was so lovely.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terry&Brenda, Guelph, ON

2019/8/14

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Second year that we’ve stayed here for several nights each year. This B&B is excellent value in a unique setting. Good location close to town, a marina, and the Swartz Bay ferry terminal. Very clean and comfortable rooms. The host Joe is excellent to deal with. We look forward to future stays at the Farm!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Pierre-Yves

2019/8/9

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Je ne recommande pas!

Tres jolie maison, pleine de potentiel mais tres peu entretenue. Le proprio a un chien qui vit dans la cuisine. Il y a des poils partout. La maison est sale et le lit de la chambre 3 est tres inconfortable. Joe est tres gentil et serviable mais ... La maison est tout pres du Ferry ce qui est fort pratique.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/8/5

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It is a farm location by the ferry terminal, but quiet and with very spacious and comfortable rooms. Great bed, pillows and washroom which made a great stay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/8/4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location if you are catching a ferry, so close by.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

2019/8/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

2019/8/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A piece of tranquility

My Mom and I stayed at this lovely place and were in awe!.....this was one of the highlights of her stay with me....we had such a beautiful room!!....awesome view and just so many more assets to this place, which we were unable to explore all, due to only staying for 1 day/night. So much beautiful energy to absorb at this BnB....Joe was such a wonderful and kind man who offered services during our stay...his dog Lulu had so much love to share : ) The main reason for our choosing this BnB was the closeness to the ferries and airport....and once we arrived, we then were more excited when we seen the room, as well as to find that there was an awesome restaurant, pretty much right next door!....for me, it felt nice not to have to travel into town for supper : ) I can't say enough about this place....and my Mom just loved it as well as I ..... Next time I will come back for no reason other than to spend more time to enjoy all the amenities this beautiful place has to offer....and to go back to the Stonehouse restaurant that Joe told us about!! Thanks again Joe and Lulu, Val and Helen : )

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2019/7/29

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Place was well kept and the host Joe was very friendly and helpful. The Stonehouse Pub down the street was great also, good menu and food was bomb. Would definitely stay there again and would recommend for anyone viewing this property!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

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