Loved the location and neighbourhood. Great hosts and everything you need in the unit.

Loved the location and neighbourhood. Great hosts and everything you need in the unit.

Cambridge by the Sea was in a beautiful neighborhood and close to everything we wanted with easy access too! We walked(and drove all the way around the area) Dallas Rd which is 1/2 a block away often to enjoy the ocean, seabirds, seals, to watch para-gliders take off, kite flying, and to enjoy the stunning views it provides! Beacon Hill Park was also steps away and so lovely! Fisherman's wharf is not far away, where we enjoyed gluten free fish and chips(Barbs and the Fish store), a trip out to see the orca and humpback whales with Eagle Wing tours(5*), and much more! The unit was lovely and quaint, yet very updated. It was a really super launching spot for us! The bed and even the sofa bed our son slept on, were very comfortable- so important in a VRBO! Also we greatly appreciated having many towels and a few extra pillows! Only suggestions: add a coffee grinder for us coffee lovers:), and a large non stick fry pan for pancake type meals. Other than that, it's all there! Thanks for a great place to stay Colleen and Tark. Sorry we didn't meet you Colleen. maybe next time:).

Cambridge by the Sea was in a beautiful neighborhood and close to everything we wanted with easy access too! We walked(and drove all the way around the area) Dallas Rd which is 1/2 a block away often to enjoy the ocean, seabirds, seals, to watch para-gliders take off, kite flying, and to enjoy the stunning views it provides! Beacon Hill Park was also steps away and so lovely! Fishermans wharf is not far away, where we enjoyed gluten free fish and chips(Barbs and the Fish store), a trip out to see the orca and humpback whales with Eagle Wing tours(5*), and much more! The unit was lovely and quaint, yet very updated. It was a really super launching spot for us! The bed and even the sofa bed our son slept on, were very comfortable- so important in a VRBO! Also we greatly appreciated having many towels and a few extra pillows! Only suggestions: add a coffee grinder for us coffee lovers:), and a large non stick fry pan for pancake type meals. Other than that, its all there! Thanks for a great place to stay Colleen and Tark. Sorry we didnt meet you Colleen. maybe next time:).

This is our 2nd time here and we feel like we are at home. The location is close to downtown, grocery shopping, walking trails and the many other amenities that Victoria has to offer. This 1 bedroom apartment has everything that one would need to live comfortably in a location far from home - Washer & dryer and dining room space for entertaining . The owner Colleen is available when needed and she makes you feel most welcome - we enjoyed homemade cookies and some Easter treats! We cannot wait to return at a later date.

This is our 2nd time here and we feel like we are at home. The location is close to downtown, grocery shopping, walking trails and the many other amenities that Victoria has to offer. This 1 bedroom apartment has everything that one would need to live comfortably in a location far from home - Washer & dryer and dining room space for entertaining . The owner Colleen is available when needed and she makes you feel most welcome - we enjoyed homemade cookies and some Easter treats! We cannot wait to return at a later date.

This property was terrific. Very comfortable. With everything that we want when we are travelling. Comfortable bed. Good reading chairs. Washer and dryer and dishwasher that are very quiet. Lots of plugs for our chargers for phone, ipad, etc. Good parking. Great walking in all directions. Loved it.

This property was terrific. Very comfortable. With everything that we want when we are travelling. Comfortable bed. Good reading chairs. Washer and dryer and dishwasher that are very quiet. Lots of plugs for our chargers for phone, ipad, etc. Good parking. Great walking in all directions. Loved it.

Colleen and Tark provided us with one the best holiday experiences we have ever had. The location provided easy access to beaches, hiking, restaurants, downtown, the YMCA, Peacock Billiards :) and highways 1 and 17. Additionally; we found the WiFi provided good connectivity to our Calgary based work networks. The suite and its furnishings was of the highest quality affording the most comfortable of stays. Colleen and Tark were the best of hosts providing complimentary wine, an introduction to the Victoria folk scene and informal tours of nearby beaches, parks and neighborhoods. We will fondly remember the conversations, meals and beverages we enjoyed with Colleen and Tark. We are grateful for the time each invested in our stay. We would recommend Cambridge by the Sea to anyone. Regards Darcy And Lorraine

We stayed at Colleen's and Tark's beautiful suite in December, 2016. We thoroughly enjoyed it. It was situated just 1/2 block from the oceanfront Dallas Road, and was just 2 blocks from the vibrant Cook St. Village. The spacious 1 bedroom suite was tastefully decorated and fully-equipped with its own laundry. Colleen and Tark were very welcoming hosts, what with fresh flowers, homemade wine, and even home-baked goodies for Christmas. A wonderful way to spend a month in Victoria.

Suite is second floor of a heritage home in a quiet neighbourhood. Comfortably furnished and well supplied. Hosts accommodating. Half-block to waterfront, 10 min walk to funky Cook St Village, 25 min walk to the Empress. Well done, Colleen & Tark.

The accomodation was excellent. A lovely unit in a beautiful part of Victoria. We were able to walk into Cook St Village and through Beacon Park to Downtown, as well as along Dallas Rd for ocean views. The unit was beautifully presented, a hosts friendly and welcoming. Thoughtful touches such as a welcome on arrival, helpful information about the local area, flowers and a nice bottle of wine were much appreciated.

We had a lovely week at this property. It was well presently, clean comfortable with little luxuries that make it special. Our hosts were friendly and helpful and we can highly recommend The property and hosts.

Coleen Hamilton's exquisite apartment is everything the site shows and way more than it shows. The apt is spotless, modern, chic, with lots of light and kitchen equipment I'd kill for at home. The kitchen allowed us to have exquisite meals out at lunch and cook in during the evening.My sister and I turned the apt into a two-bedroom easily by using the sleep sofa in the living room. And Coleen is the ultimate vrbo host, helpful without being invasive. We knew she was downstairs if we needed her, but we never did--passed her once the entire week and she was kind enough to give us a restaurant suggestion. We adored Victoria itself, but the benefit of being in the Dallas Road neighborhood cannot be overstated. The views a half-block from the house of the Straights of San Juan de Fuca are glorious--never tired of viewing them. Walked the neighborhood path with the locals and their dogs every day and never tired of it, both morning and evening, with coffee or even a mug of wine. Plenty of benches and friendly Canadians. I would love to return to this very place and stay a long, long time! The sea beckons . . . The only reason I might not recommend the property is that my friends/family might 'steal' it from me! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone. Loved, loved, loved it! Thank you, Coleen, for sharing your beautiful home with us--it is obviously a loved space. Also, the Cook Street Village shops and restaurants are an additional bonus--and walkable.

We had a terrific experience with the owners. They went above and beyond to meet our needs. We now consider them friends. The apartment was lovely and just as described. We have already booked for next year.

We spent six glorious weeks at Cambridge by the Sea and if it had not already been booked, we would have stayed longer. The proximity to the water, Beacon Hill Park, Cook Street Village, downtown etc makes it a perfect vacation spot. The unit is extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The icing on the cake is the host, Colleen, who went out of her way to make us feel at home and so very welcome. She provided regular tips about places to see, events to attend, restaurants, bakeries, etc. She truly is one of the nicest people we have ever met. Having fresh cut flowers and an excellent choice of red and white wine on our arrival was such a treat. This pet friendly vacation rental is a great home away from home.

We were fortunate in having picked Cambridge by the Sea for a four week rental March 31 to April 27, 2016. The suite is a large one-bedroom unit and also includes a comfortable sofa bed for extra sleeping. The fully equipped kitchen (including a variety of condiments and basic grocery items) was useful in preparing home-cooked meals and snacks and a large dining room accommodated 6 easily. The brand-new mattress in the master bedroom was luxuriously comfortable and the large living room with flat-screen TV and electric fireplace was lovely for lazy evenings after a full day exploring all lovely Victoria has to offer. The location was superb. Walking distance to downtown, Fishermen's Wharf, Beacon Hill Park. Cook Street Village and the Dallas oceanfront is only a few steps away. I highly recommend this property for a long (or short) term stay. The owners live on the main floor of the property and invited us to enjoy their magical garden. The purpose of this trip was a house-buying expedition and we were successful so I will be calling Victoria home in a few short weeks, but I will definitely recommend Cambridge-by-the-Sea to visiting family and friends in the future.

We could not have been more comfortable than we were staying at this lovely apartment. We loved the proximity to the ocean, Beacon Hill Park, downtown. Every day the first thing we did was to look towards the ocean and the Olympic Mountains and every day for more than two months it was different. We experienced some amazing storms, lots of rain and greens we miss terribly. We have been travelling in an old Campervan for the better part of 18 months so stopping here was luxurious. We would highly recommend this apartment in a terrific location and return ourselves in a heartbeat.

Upon arrival we were greeted by the homeowner - fresh flowers and wine welcomed us in our beautiful apartment. We immediately felt at home and were very comfortable. The accommodation was spotlessly clean, furnishings were so tasteful. beautiful flooring and oriental rugs - owners have wonderful taste!! Everything that we needed and more was provided. Such a wonderful location -- close to the water and walking paths, Cook Street is filled with wonderful restaurants and stores - people were so friendly and the weather was great. I would recommend this apartment to all of my friends and family who are travelling to Victoria. Thank you both for making our stay so wonderful and for all your kindness. Hopefully we can return to Victoria soon.

Amazing location and wonderful accommodations. Thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and a bottle of wine greeted us, along with the amazing owners who made our stay very special!! Can walk to everything... Beaches, dog parks, the beautiful inner harbor, the wharf, Fort St antique shops and restaurants. We will definitely look forward to staying there again as soon as possible. Highly recommend!!!

We spent a week here in August and loved it. The location is great - close to the ocean, Beacon Hill park and the shops on Cook Street. The apartment is beautiful, very comfortably furnished with a well-equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. We were three adults sharing a one-bedroom suite and the door on the living room made it a very private sleeping space. We look forward to returning and would definitely recommend!

We had a great time here. The owner was very kind and helpful, the apartment is beautiful and comfortable. Loved the fresh flowers and super comfortable bed. Also was great that our dog could come. Walking distance to shops and restaurants and the off leash dog beach/path. Would definitely recommend!

First class, excellent accommodation! I highly recommend this property with no qualifications. It was perfectly appointed in all regards. The kitchen was fabulous in its entirety, as was the entire suite. Personal touches such as fresh flowers, and a welcome bottle of wine - with goodies - put the icing on the cake! I couldn't have asked for a better vacation home. The owners were fabulous and friendly. Location, of course, was superb - right by the ocean. Very dog friendly too! I would definitely stay here another time! Thanks for the opportunity of getting to know you, and your area.

Our 2 week vacation stay at Cambridge by the Sea has been outstanding from the moment we arrived. The apartment is nicely furnished , has every amenity one would need, and all the comforts of home. The location is excellent -close to downtown Victoria, the Cook Street Village, and the Dallas Rd walking trail. The home owner, Colleen Hamilton, was helpful and attentive to our every need and comfort.We look forward to a return visit at a later date.