Maple Heart Ranch
1890 Sooke Lake Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Breakfast was very rustic and super delicious”
“Oh, and don't forget the wonderful array of animals (goats, chickens, pigs, duck…”
“The host (Conny) was hospitable and helpful, nice person”
“The place is off the beaten track, but has cell service”
“The coziness of the cabin, the farm animals, the rural location, the peacefulnes…”
“Watch out, other persons in the comments told that in the direction from victori…”
“Breakfast, host, clean interior, interaction with ranch animals, experience, lot…”
“It was neat watching the crows interact with the chickens and ducks”
“From the deafening silence after the animals have gone to bed, to the ink black …”
“Great place away from civilization :D we enjoyed a quiet and simple stay among n…”
“You have to rent a Car to come to that place, but it was worth it”
Overview
Featuring mountain views, Maple Heart Ranch offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 23 km from Mill Bay Ferry Terminal. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The guest house comes with 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and oven, and a living room. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests at Maple Heart Ranch will be able to enjoy activities in and around Shawnigan Lake, like cycling. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the accommodation. Royal Roads University is 32 km from Maple Heart Ranch, while Camosun College is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Victoria International Airport, 57 km from the guest house.
Traveller reviews
Panki
couple
August 16, 2025
“Magical farm cottage in the middle of the woods.”
Almost magical place in the middle of the woods. The host (Conny) was hospitable and helpful, nice person. Breakfast was very rustic and super delicious. This accommodation exceeded our expectations.
Nathan
family_with_children
August 15, 2025
“Stay, you won't regret it!”
We only got to stay one night, but it was a great one! From the deafening silence after the animals have gone to bed, to the ink black skys lit up by a million stars, through to 6am rooster calls, warning off hawks, dogs chasing off bears. Oh, and don't forget the wonderful array of animals (goats, chickens, pigs, ducks, guinea fowl, horses, donkey) and breakfast brought to you...amazing 5 star place. The place is off the beaten track, but has cell service. You drive on a 4km gravel track to the place, it has plenty of potholes on the way and you may wonder where you're off to! It'll take 10 to 15 mins driving slowly, but it's a great adventure just to get there.
Susan
family_with_children
October 19, 2024
“Rural escape”
The coziness of the cabin, the farm animals, the rural location, the peacefulness of being out in nature, sitting on the porch watching the rain come down.
Sharon
couple
September 13, 2024
Great. Simple but yummy wholemade buns and eggs.
Zrommeke
family_with_children
August 18, 2024
“The end of the world”
Uniek en authentiek, vriendelijk, lekker ontbijt
BWeng
extended_group
July 20, 2024
Absolutely gorgeous off the grid cabin! There is a rain water shower and a few hours of electricity from a generator. Lots of animals including an occasional black bear. What more do you need?
Holly
family_with_children
June 22, 2024
This place is a hidden gem.
Joanna
couple
May 30, 2024
Great place away from civilization :D we enjoyed a quiet and simple stay among nature and animals a lot, lovely and kind host, delicious breakfast
Yifeng
family_with_children
April 7, 2024
Breakfast, host, clean interior, interaction with ranch animals, experience, lots of fun surprises!
Ronald
couple
September 28, 2023
“Would have liked to stay longer”
Very rustic, pretty countryside. Very peaceful,
Michael
extended_group
August 19, 2023
“An experience but not more”
The accommodation was somehow special. Away from civilization on a farm. The daughter showed as the accommodation and also a little bit around the farm. We had our own cottage, which was nice.
Fisher
family_with_children
July 29, 2023
“I can’t book it again except they do something to clean the ants in the house.”
They have stove and friendly staff.
Stefanie
couple
May 30, 2023
Wonderful place. You have to rent a Car to come to that place, but it was worth it. It was how it was descripted. Friendly owner and animals, nice breakfast. You can choose the time when she should bring it to you. Next time I would stay longer. There would be a Kitchen too. Watch out, other persons in the comments told that in the direction from victoria to Nanaimo they ate for Dinner in a rest Stop next to the Highway near Malahat with a nice View on the bay, but this Restaurant was closed. So for Dinner you have to search Something Else or you buy Things for cooking By yourself.
Kevin
couple
April 28, 2023
“Rustic but comfortable and scenic - the horseback riding was a lot of fun.”
The ranch was exactly as advertised which I appreciate the most. It is off the electric and water grid but the owner's innovations made up for it. All the animals looked well cared for. Breakfast was delicious and the owner brings it right to your cabin at the time of your choosing.
Sterphanie
family_with_children
March 23, 2023
“All the best adventures are found taking a dirt road.”
Back to basics! Breakfast was delicious. We lucked out with weather and had sunshine and the frogs croaking in the night with some snow in patches still on the ground. Farm animals were all very awesome and interesting. It was neat watching the crows interact with the chickens and ducks. The cabin was every kids dream come true.. super cute! The trail ride was amazing.. so glad we got to go. Host was accommodating and friendly. Can’t wait to visit again.
Sarah
couple
February 20, 2023
Breakfast was DELICIOUS!!
Anatolii
extended_group
September 21, 2022
Great place
Alessandro
couple
September 12, 2022
“Great!”
Great place in a scenic environment, very good breakfast.
Ruth Niel
family_with_children
August 25, 2022
Unusual setting, very remote
andrzej
solo_traveller
August 18, 2022
“It's worth to change perspective and to avoid artificial, Disneyland-like places.”
Oustanding brekfast. Lack of analogies with places asvertised as "real farm experipience "
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Walking tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Heating
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Express check-in/check-out, Room service, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out
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