Everything about the carriage house is top quality

We spent 3 weeks on honeymoon in this idyllic location, with a short break to Whistler. The location is great for getting the Canadian outdoor experience, as well as the city life, as the transport network is so good to Port Moody and the bus service to Belcarra outside the door is great. There is so much to see and do but not enough time, so will definitely be back. Brian and Carol are the perfect hosts, with nothing too much trouble. Would highly recommend

Brian & Carol are the most caring hosts, we felt sad to be moving on. A most amazing apartment with mountain and sea views, beautifully and thoughtfully equipped, nothing was too much trouble, thank you for a memorable stay.

WE were given great information how to get there and hiking suggestions! The hosts were keen to our needs and willingly provided. They have a canoe and bikes we could use. That was an awesome service. The area was very clean and quiet!

The hosts are amazing. The property has all the amenities you can think of. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.

It’s my second time staying, and will likely stay there next time I’m in the Vancouver area.

Belcarra is frequently described as a village between the forest and the sea, and this description is well-deserved. Our stay at Brian and Carol's Belcarra rental unit provided a wonderful retreat for us. We stayed from May 7 to May 12, 2023. For our first day at this unit, we arrived late since we drove from the Seattle International Airport to Belcarra. Although late, Brian greeted us and graciously acquainted us with the unit and its amenities to ensure that we were sufficiently acclimated. When selecting this unit, we understood that we were adding driving time to/from our Vancouver excursions; yet, after a busy day of visiting Vancouver or partaking in a whale cruise or a day trip to Victoria, we looked forward to ending the day at this beautiful Belcarra unit. It was peaceful, relaxing and energized us for our next daily adventure. Brian and Carol were thoughtful when determining how to furnish this unit. It is not only comfortable, it is also appealing. The kitchen is well-equipped with quality appliances. And the views from many windows are breathtaking views of the forest. For us, a bonus was the drive to/from our daily excursions because of the beautiful scenes of ocean, mountains and forest. We have stayed in several rental units from Hawaii to France, and in our opinion, this is one of the best. Thank you, Brian and Carol, for your warm welcome and your lovely rental unit. It was easy to call it home during our stay.

We loved our stay. The Carriage House is simply perfect - so comfortable with all the amenities you'll need. If you love nature, you can't beat the network of breathtaking trails in Belcarra Park which is literally across the street. A public bus runs every half hour so you can hit Port Moody's brewery row, enjoy some delicious beers and food truck ware, and return to this remote location with ease. A simply stunning location, and Brian and Carol were very attentive and generous hosts too. 10 out of 10!

Great host, and lovely and clean apartment, close to hiking trails with wonderful forests and ocean scenery. Will not hesitate to book again. Thank you for your hospitality.

Property is in a small village of well kept homes on a beautiful lake. The owners have supplied the unit with everything that you need for a very relaxing, comfortable experience. Grocery stores, coffee shops, and local transportation are all a short trip away. There are hiking trails galore and so many areas to explore. My wife and I spent a week here and the hosts were great. We would highly recommend this property for couples wanting to get away for a weekend getaway or longer as we did. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again if we are ever in the country again.

It was an excellent stay is a scenic neighbourhood. The hosts were welcoming and were ready for us well before the normal check-in time. We enjoyed hiking around the house, with easy enough access to local beaches. We visited Port Moody for shopping and a few meals, but it was a painless drive into Vancouver and even to the ferry terminal. Overall we felt lucky to have found this house and to have met Brian and Carol.

What an amazing rental! The thoughtful design of this carriage house high in the trees above the Indian Arm in the Village of Belcarra is a joy to experience. The 1 bedroom has a full bath, washer-dryer, well appointed kitchen, a warmly welcoming dining table, comfy sofa, tv, beautiful drop top writing desk, fireplace with reading chairs, and a cute balcony with chairs and small table for morning coffee or tea! We read, slept in, explored the area parks and trails, and drove into Port Moody where the Skytrain took us into downtown Vancouver and the waterfront! More importantly, the hosts are incredibly welcoming and ready to share their love and knowledge of the amazingly unique area in which they make their home!

From Minnesota, USA we travelled to Belcarra, BC for a one week stay. The carriage house was elegant, charming, cozy, and immaculately clean! We enjoyed beginning and ending each day at the carriage house. A fully equipped kitchen made it possible for us to enjoy dinner-at-home while taking n the beautiful scenery after hiking and bike riding. Brian and Carol were both engaging and accommodating hosts. If our travels ever bring us back to the Belcarra area we would definitely stay here again!

We had the most wonderful stay. Canoeing, relaxing, cooking and hiking. Brian and Carol are first rate hosts and lovely to chat too. The apartment and area really exceeded our expectations.

We have visited Vancouver several times over the years and have stayed with many a hosts in the area. We were expecting a quiet retreat and we definitely were not disappointed. It turns out that Belcarra aka təmtəmíxʷtən, can be quite exciting in these neck of the woods as it’s location on Indian Arm is more than ideal for hiking and canoeing / boating. Our hosts Brian and Carol were also the best! Their accommodation was top notch with thoughtful add ons like coffee/tea, milk, cheese and even wine. Not to mention a folder full of information about the area and books about its history. In all it was one of the best stays we’ve had and partly because of how good the location is as well as how good our hosts were. We’d definitely be looking to return!

I had a phenomenal stay at Brian & Carol’s carriage house. Perfect work retreat right on Belcarra Bay, directly in walking distance to some amazing walking/hiking trails, and about a 40 minute drive from downtown Vancouver. Do take them up on use of the canoe! Deep Cove is a short paddle away. I’d absolutely look to stay here again if and when I return to this area of BC.

My wife and I had a fantastic time staying in Brian and Carol's beautiful apartment. Immaculately clean, the kitchen had everything needed to cook full meals every evening, elegant bathroom, comfortable Queen bed, beautiful views out of every window, excellent washer and drier, and stylishly decor throughout the place. We went for three memorable hikes in Belcarra, plus took their excellent quality, very clean kevlar canoe for lovely paddle in the bay. A five-star place, and Brian looked after us so nicely. We hope to come back soon. Belcarra Bay and the surrounding area is gorgeous, and there's so much to do and see. Our stay was perfect in every way - I can't recommend this place more highly!

We were so impressed with the property and the hosts. This is an excellent place to recharge and reconnect with nature. We will be back!

We stayed in this great townhouse for 19 days. On arrival we were received very hospitably. The house is clean and fully equipped. We even received a bottle of wine when our first granddaughter was born. We will definitely come back. Thank you very much Brian and Carol.

Brian and carol were wonderful hosts! We appreciated their generosity and organization! Lots of great hiking trails in the area. Would definitely recommend.

Had a terrific stay at this suite. Place is very nicely furnished and has all the amenities one needs for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Owners were very helpful and responsive, when needed. Would definitely consider staying here again.

We spent 3 glorious weeks in the Carriage House, which is well appointed and equipped with everything that one would need. The premises were spotless, and Brian and Carol were amazing, and available hosts. The setting is gorgeous. Across the street from a provinvial park, and that's just the start. Lots of great places to hike from there. Quiet. Beautiful setting. Would love to head back again soon. Highly recommend.

Lovely settling, quiet and peaceful location. The suite is very clean, comfortable and well taken care of. Brian and Carol are great hosts.

Great! Beautiful area, very gracious hosts, comfortable bed, nicely decorated, well-equipped kitchen. Really perfect!

Very clean and trendily furnished; upscale residence. Peek a boo view of Burrard Inlet from bedroom window. Kitchen had pretty much all the supplies you would need to prepare meals. Having windows all around the suite was wonderful as there was a constant source of daylight, no matter the time of day unlike many condos which can be dark. Many of the windows opened, so we were able to air out the suite whenever we wanted. (There is no air conditioning). As suite is in a carriage house, both owner and guests have their privacy. We were astonished at the frequency of the local small bus connector which seemed to come every half hour throughout most of the day. We did not need it as we had a vehicle, but for many guests out of country, this could be very important. There are 2 lovely lakes, both with swimming within a 15 min drive, and an salt water inlet beach within a 10 minute walk. Also many hiking trails close by; some within walking distance from suite and others a short drive away. As the Tri Cities are close (Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Port Coquitlam) one can find any type of merchandise, food, or restaurant within a 15 -20 min drive. Owners provided special food items in suite (very thoughtful) to make guests feel welcome. Overall a lovely place to stay.

The space far exceeded our expectations for overall luxuriousness. It is decorated and appointed with great skill and care. The location, though off the beaten path, is extraordinarily lovely. Port Moody, which is about 20 min drive, has lots of restaurants to choose from. The city of Vancouver is just a train ride away. Deep Cove, an adorable little spot for coffee or pizza, etc. is just across the water by canoe. Brian was a gracious and helpful host. He provided us with lots of advice about where to eat and how to get to the city and what to do in Belcarra. It was a highlight of our time in Canada!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Carol & Brian's place. The livingroom was very relaxing and the appliances were first rate. My wife and I enjoy hiking and they had many great suggestions, including some hikes within a few minutes walk of their house. As a tall person, I appreciated the shower height and large bed. Would highly recommend it to anyone, and would not hesitate to use it again.

Everything was outstanding.

The hosts are a warm and welcoming couple. This is a beautifully decorated and very private retreat. All the amenities you could ask for. Definitely 5 star accommodations.

Hosts were wonderful, gave a thorough tour. Well stocked rental and great design. Beautiful location right on the water. Park with water access was within walking distance. I will definitely return! Thank you Brian and Carol :)

Fantastic hosts and lovely place. Nicely decorated and clean. Modern kitchen stocked with everything you need to cook with. Comfortable bed. We felt very welcomed when we arrived. Beautiful surroundings-I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.

The location of this property is simply amazing! Just minutes away from busy town of Port Moody, where you could catch a convenient train to Vancouver, the house is located just in the middle of lavish forest of beautiful British Columbia on the shore of Indian Arm. Brian (the host) has done a great job building this apartment, which offers amenities of 4-star hotel for a fraction of it's cost. He was very accommodating and offered us a few options for getting around. We enjoyed the stay very much and can't wait to come back. Oleg and Inna from Denver.