Sunshine Coast & Gulf Islands, BC - Find Vacation Accommodations

Sunshine Coast Accommodations - This region is located northwest of Vancouver, and receives between 1,400 and 2,400 hours of sunshine per year. It stretches 180 kilometers from the Strait of Georgia to Howe Sound and Desolation Sound. Towns and areas include Desolation Sound, Earls Cove, Gibsons, Halfmoon Bay, Jervis Inlet, Langdale, Lund, Toba, and more. Visitors to this region enjoy fishing, whale watching, native culture crafts and museums, sunny weather and great times. Rent holiday lodging directly from owners of apartments, cabins, homes, cottages and condo accommodations on BC's beautiful Sunshine Coast.

Vancouver's Gulf Islands Accommodations - This chain of islands is divided into the groups - the Southern Gulf Islands of Pender, Mayne, Galiano, Thetis, Gabriola, Mudge, Saturna, and Saltspring Island, and the Northern Gulf Islands including Denman, Cortes, Hornby, Texada, Quadra, Comorant and Malcolm Island. There is an active ferry service between most islands to make island hopping easier, if one is inclined. While each island offers visitors something unique, any of them are popular spots for families, couples, outdoor sports, fishing, nature watching and more.

Bowen Island Home Rentals - Bowen Island is located off the BC coast about 19km northwest of Vancouver. Take a ferry from Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver to Snug Cove, Bowen Island and enjoy the restaurants and shops before you explore the 13,000 acres of forest and beaches. Bowen Island also has a robust arts community with over 400 artists and writers living there. There are lots of activities to do on Bowen Island from kayaking to hiking to scuba diving to picnicking; Bowen Island is the perfect year round vacation destination.

Desolation Sound Vacation Rentals - Glaciers, cascading waterfalls, and old growth forest present a small sampling of what the area has to offer. Located on the western coast of BC off of the northernmost end of highway 101.

Gambier Island Accommodations - Situated in Howe Sound on the beautfiul Sunshine Coast, Gambier Island is 10 km from Vancouver's Horseshoe Bay. This is a quiet, secluded island with a small population which has a general store. The island is a great starting point for a holiday exploring the Sunshine Coast and other local islands. Hike, walk, or enjoy many water activities on Gambier Island.

Gibsons Accommodations - Situated on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, only a forty minute ferry ride from Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay. Explore the many beaches, parks and trails. You are in the ideal spot to visit nearby places of interest including Roberts Creek, Davis Bay beach and Sechelt.

Hornby Island Accommodations - Hornby Island one of the Northern Gulf Islands located off the coast of Vancouver Island beside Denman Island and parallel with the Comox Valley. The island has three provincial parks and is a draw for mountain bikers and tourists alike.

Lasqueti Island Accommodations - Lasqueti Island is located near Texada Island in British Columbia's Georgia Strait. The island is small and quiet with a ferry terminal at False Bay. This is a popular destination for mountain bikers, hikers, fishing and boating. Parksville and Qualicum Beach on Vancouver Island are the closest communities to Lasqueti Island.

Mudge Island Accommodations - Mudge Island is located accross the False Narrows from Gabriola Island and is near the northern end of Valdes Island. There is no ferry service, but is only three minutes ride from a boat ramp on Gabriola Island and just 25 minutes from the city of Nanaimo via private watercrafts, seaplanes, water taxis or barges for large supplies.

Passage Island Cottage Rentals - Passage Island is located off the BC coast about 13km from Vancouver at the mouth of Howe Sound. For a relaxing vacation in natural surroundings try Passage Island, it is 32 acres of adventure. With it's fresh ocean air and beautiful coastline you don't even know it's just minutes from the city.

Pender Harbour Holiday Homes - Known as the "Venice of the North" due to its many twisting inlets on over one hundred miles of shoreline. Visit the beautiful Sunshine Coast of Vancouver Island, which includes Sechelt, Gibson's Landing, Lund, and Powell River.

Pender Island Accommodations - The Pender Islands are made up of North and South Pender and are separated by a dredged narrow canal, linked by a one lane bridge. Enjoy many activities including golf, whale watching, hiking, and beaches.

Powell River Accommodations - Powell River is located on the mainland of BC's Sunshine Coast. Powell River is known as the Dive Capital of Canada because of it's emerald waters and abundance of marine life. Areas in this region include Saltery Bay, Lund and Lasqueti, Texada, Savary and Hernando Islands.

Quadra Island Accommodations - Powell River is located on the mainland of BC's Sunshine Coast. Quadra Island lies between Vancouver Island and the mainland coast of British Columbia. Campbell River on Vancouver Island is the closest large community and port of departure for the 10 minute regular ferry to Quadra Island.

Roberts Creek Accommodations - Roberts Creek, stretching from Gower Point to Wilson Creek. Small and peaceful, this little corner of the Coast prides itself on being a safe, family-oriented community.

Salt Spring Island Condo Rentals - Rent a vacation rental condo on Salt Spring Island Resort, British Columbia, Canada. Enjoy your vacation on this beautiful island located midway between Vancouver and Victoria.

Saturna Island Vacation Rentals - Saturna Island is located at the southern end of the Gulf Island chain. It's remote location and amazing natural beauty make it a wonderfully rural vacation destination. There is an annual Lamb Barbeque held in July and the island is home to Mount Warburton Pike which offers panoramic views of the surrounding islands and ocean. This is a place for boating and kayaking as well as fishing, hiking and beachcombing.

Savary Island Accommodations - Savary Island is 5 miles long and is almost completely surrounded by sandy beaches. It has warm swimming water, a wooden tennis court. Take a walk along the beach or go birdwatching.

Sechelt Accommodations - Located in the center of the lower Sunshine Coast on a land bridge between the waters of Georgia Strait and the Sechelt Inlet. Enjoy miles of sandy beaches, wilderness areas, hiking, biking, fishing and more. Nearby towns are Halfmoon Bay, Gibsons, Langdale and Roberts Creek.

Thetis Island Cottage Rentals - Thetis Island is located in the southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. The mild climate allows for all kinds of activities including scuba diving, fishing, swimming, sailing, cruising and kayaking, bird watching, and hiking. Enjoy the scenery or stroll along the beautiful shoreline.

Vancouver Apartment Rentals - With a wealth of arts, entertainment, cuisine, shopping, adventure and more - there is truly something for everyone. Located on the west coast of BC in Canada, home of the NHL hockey team Vancouver Canucks.