The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola

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Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Gabriola, BC

Vancouver Island University
‪29 min drive‬
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
‪31 min drive‬
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
‪40 min drive‬
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Looking for a nice and cozy place to stay? Share time with friends, family? The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge is your best pick! Perfect spot a morning walk with your pets or have a nice afternoon coffee! Wake up and gaze upon a beautiful morning sun which will encourage you to discover the area and its wildlife! Stroll along the ocean, hike trails n paths, or simply relax w nature on your private patio. This is a beautiful and peaceful spot atop Canopy Ridge

Property manager

Gregory and Nancy

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor music needs to be relatively quiet after 8pm

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Property Registration Number H341930584

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Gabriola Island

Located in Gabriola Island, this cabin is in a rural area and by the sea. Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Brechin Lanes are also worth visiting.

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Gabriola, BC

What's nearby

Bastion - 26 min drive - 7.4 km
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 29 min drive - 9.5 km
Vancouver Island University - 29 min drive - 9.8 km
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 31 min drive - 10.6 km
Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 40 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬27 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬26 min drive
‪Javawocky - ‬26 min drive
‪The Vault Cafe - ‬26 min drive
‪Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The Hobbit on Canopy Ridge Gabriola located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Bastion, Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo. Queequeg Place Community Park and Pequod Crescent Community Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alecyn L.

Apr 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hosts were super friendly!

We had a great stay on Gabriola. The hosts were super friendly, breakfast was great, and the location was only a couple minutes from the ferry and the wood fire restaurant.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy stay

Nancy and Greg were superb hosts, and provided a lovely space for my friend and I to stay. Our puppies loved it too! The morning breakfasts were plentiful and delicious. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Stay at the Hobbit

Nancy and Greg were amazing hosts! Their hospitality was above and beyond, and we had the most enjoyable weekend in their care. We would definitely recommend a stay at the Hobbit to anyone visiting Gabriola. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carys B.

Dec 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy spot on a beautiful island

Lovely place! Hosts are very friendly and helpful, and breakfasts delicious :)

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Nov 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My stay at The Hobbit was very enjoyable

A peaceful and quaint place to stay with all the comforts of home, including a big spacious bedroom with a very comfortable bed!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard H.

Jul 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant stay

We had a great stay and would love to return

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

Sep 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Great location Excellent hosts and breakfasts

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

Apr 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

Greg and Nancy offer a very beautiful and peaceful Hobbit House to enjoy! 5 They are friendly and full of great information about the island when you feel like chatting and are equally respectful of your privacy when you choose it. The house provided everything we needed. I really appreciated that they allowed us to bring our cat. As others have mentioned, the breakfasts are just amazing! Thank you Greg, Nancy, Surfer and Tiki

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonus breakfasts at The Hobbit

The Hobbit was the perfect spot on Gabriola for my wife, dogs, and myself. Nancy and Gregory were amazing hosts and the breakfasts were a great touch! We will definitely check if the Hobbit is available the next time we need a place t stay on Gabriola!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Sep 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

hobbit house

great place, great location, great hosts, great breakfast which is such a nice touch!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barrie A.

May 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and quiet

Beautiful property, had a very relaxing stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Oct 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

hobbit house review

small but cute. clean, everything worked, and the breakfasts were great. really nice hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

Feb 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As in the past with Nancy and Gregory, excellent experience!

Nancy and Gregory are great hosts. They care about your experience and communicate wonderfully. The Hobbit House is a perfect launch pad from which to explore Gabriola. It's warm and comfy, with all the essential amenities. We stayed here last year, and had a great experience. This time was, if anything, better. Warm thanks, Nancy and Gregory!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Nov 9, 2024

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perfect!

A little treasure, clean, comfortable, fully equipped, and breakfasts that are worth the price alone. Nancy and Gregory are wonderful hosts, rich with warmth and kindness. We are grateful for their hospitality. Yes, do stay here!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Jul 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Our hosts were great. Breakfast included if we wanted and we did. It was very relaxing, just what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Jul 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

A quaint place to stay in a beautiful setting. Hosts were very quick to respond in booking process, extremely hospitable providing all sorts of extra information about what to do/where to eat. They provided wonderful little extras throughout our stay and made us very delicious breakfasts. We hope to be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Aug 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely

We had a lovely visit. Just wish it were longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Elizabeth

Jul 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Can't wait to go back! Greg and Nancy were wonderful hosts with lots of good recommendations for places to visit on Gabriola. The amenities were great also. Lovely area to BBQ and hangout outside. Plus the breakfasts were delicious:)

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Aug 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay for family of three

We had a great stay at the hobbit cottage. The cottage was the perfect size for two adults and our two year old. Nancy and Gregory are fantastic hosts, they were friendly and welcoming but gave us lots of space to enjoy the peaceful setting of their home. The breakfasts were a real treat! We hope to be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

Aug 28, 2024

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The best breakfast on the island

Nancy was the most gracious hostess serving us breakfast each morning with a smile and suggesting which attractions might be of interest to us. The fact that there was no television or radio made this hideaway all the more Zen for us Thank you for such a peaceful two days on Gabriella Island

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

Sep 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really good experience!

Our hosts, Nancy and Gregory, are really lovely people. They were wonderfully welcoming, helpful, and generous. The "Hobbit" cabin is great, and has the unique Gulf Island charm. It's clean, comfortable, and nicely put together with lots of thoughtful personal touches from Nancy and Gregory. We plan to stay again, and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone wanting a calm retreat while exploring Gabriola Island.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barclay M.

Aug 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

Our hosts were kind and thoughtful; we appreciated them and the delicious breakfasts! They do have a loud dog, so if anyone is afraid of pups, I would let the hosts know before you arrive so they can accommodate you.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine H.

Jun 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quite, but a short distance from all the usual amenities.

The cabin looks and feels exactly like the photograph. Rustic and quirky, but also very comfortable. Our hosts Greg and Nancy were welcoming, fun to be with and fed us the most wonderful breakfasts. We couldn't have been happier.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristal f.

Aug 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above and beyond

We loved our stay in this sweet little cottage last week (aug/24). The cottage is cute and colorful, and close enough to walk to ocean views. Gregory and Nancy were very welcoming and friendly, and you can tell they’ve put a lot of love into their Hobbit (as well as into their breakfasts 😍). They went above and beyond in notifying us of ferry cancelations, knowing we were on a set deadline. We would happily stay with them again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Raymond B.

Aug 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property, delicious food, lovely hosts

The Hobbit is a quaint cottage on Gabriola Island - tight quarters for 4, but definitely do-able. Breakfast was included (lovely surprise!) & hosts Nancy & Gregory were accommodating of our food allergies. It rained a lot the week we were there and nothing dried, which is not unusual for the lower mainland, but also meant towels and clothes all stayed damp (although they asked if we wanted the towels laundered midweek). Bring extra clothes and rain gear as we couldn't find laundry services on the island. Overall a fantastic stay at the Hobbit.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024