Top of the Hill ~:~ Welcoming the Adventurer

~ Quiet neighbourhood, nestled against the forest's edge ~ Main room has queen-size cedar bed with a double in 2nd room ~ Private bathroom/shower ~ Small beer frig & microwave in mudroom Continental breakfast served in our upstairs kitchen Pls. Enjoy our spacious private garden to sit and sip. We offer a welcoming comfortable, friendly space for Nature Lovers as part of your Vancouver Island/ Pacific Rim/adventure. NOTE : we will greet you upon arrival The bedroom has a handcrafted queen-sized cedar bed, a large wardrobe and a small table with chairs by the picture window. The second bedroom offers a double bed, lots of closet space and a dresser. These two rooms are located on ground level with access through the large secure mud-room where there is ample space for any gear you may want to bring with you. We provide towels, linen and basic toiletries. We accommodate early drop-off and post-check out luggage holding. NOTE: continental breakfast has now reverted to enjoying our upstairs kitchen area with a view: just let us know when you are ready to rise and shine. If you like, that second-cup may go well with a garden stroll or a quiet sit on our COB bench. Sniffing the flowers and herbs encouraged! We will greet you on your arrival and ensure you settle in comfortably. Chances are, we will be around the home during the day (tinkering, reading, brewing, gardening, concocting), and as such, available for any questions. Wanting ideas or recommendation for Tofino/Ucluelet or our lovely Valley? ...Just ask. Our quiet neighbourhood is a safe, friendly mix of families and retirees. The nearby extensive forest trails are well used and well maintained. A 10 minute walk will get you to Quality Foods, another 10 down Argyle St. to the CAPITAL theatre, and just 5"s more to Harbour Quay where you can enjoy the lovely view of the Alberni Inlet. Of course, seeing as you are now there, pop into the Donut Shop for the best donuts ever! There are a few small eateries also. Craving a good cuppa java? ~ visit Steampunk Cafe near 3rd and Argyle and browse the free take-a-book-leave-a-book library and chat up some friendly locals. The South Side bus (stop across the street) runs every 40 minutes. Taxi: United Cabs, Rental: Budget car rental Car: a 15" drive will get you anywhere you want to go in Port Alberni. Bike: we have well-maintained mountain-bike trail systems Ample free parking in our driveway for up to two vehicles. The weather ranges from cold-enough in winter to very hot mid-summer, and as such, the heat-pump (forced air) will be chugging along. Basic toiletries provided but we encourage you to bring your favourites.