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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Shambhala Zen Suite in Nanoose Bay offers a recently renovated bed and breakfast with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy sea and mountain views, air-conditioning, and a private entrance. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a dining table, refrigerator, work desk, and parquet floors. Convenient Location: Located 26 km from Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome and 25 km from Nanaimo Bastion and Newcastle Island Marine Park. Nearby attractions include the Nanaimo Museum (28 km) and Wildplay Element Park (42 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Adeline
    France France
    The host is extremely welcoming and the view is gorgeous.
  • Green
    Canada Canada
    The view was amazing and the yard was easy to maneuver with a boat behind my truck. Very secure location
  • Kim
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was perfect for arriving from the ferry and close to Parksville town and beach. Anna has generous supplies for breakfast in the large, well equipped shared kitchen. Everything was spotlessly clean and our rooms were lovely and very...
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely Annex guesthouse with fantastic facilities in the dining kitchen area. Located in a very quiet wooded area not far from nannose bay. Lovely yoga area. Anna, the host is amazing. She made us stay something special.
  • Muktaali
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful location, feel of being remote, yet close to the highway. Kitchen was exceptional and well stocked with a wide variety of items to choose from to create delicious meals. Plus coffee, tea, fruit and treats. A magical place, truly...
  • Ann
    United States United States
    It was a lovely place, friendly host, lots of unexpected extras. Very generous food offerings in the kitchen.
  • Hannah
    Germany Germany
    This place is amazing. We loved everything about it! The view was incredible and the room was beautiful. We were sad we had to leave. Anna, the host was SO lovely, too!
  • Maximilian
    Austria Austria
    This charming and cozy retreat is set slightly up the hill, just off the highway, making it a perfect base to explore the island. The location offers great access while still feeling peaceful and secluded. The view from the rooms overlooking the...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful location with fantastic views. Very comfortable and spacious accommodation with tasteful furnishings. Good facilities (cooking, washing etc) and a delightful host.
  • Martina
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We had a wonderful stay – thank you so much, Anna! You made us feel very welcome and at home. The rooms and the view were beautiful, the yoga room was lovely, and we really appreciated the privacy. We were also pleasantly surprised by how much...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Anna Tara

9.9
Host review score
Anna Tara
Welcome to Shambhala Heights B&B, a breathtaking 5+ acre hillside home in Nanoose Bay, offering stunning ocean and mountain views that overlook Nanoose Bay and the Georgia Strait. The gorgeous home is a tribute to the elegance of the European Victorian era. We invite you to enjoy a serene and comfortable stay in our private bedroom, complete with an en-suite bathroom. The deck faces Nanoose Bay, offering magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and sea, set against a backdrop of tranquil, natural gardens. The shared kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, fridge, coffee machine, electric kettle, and all necessary dishware and glassware. At Shambhala Heights, you will experience harmony, peace, and well-being in a truly beautiful setting. The hosts also reside on the property and are always available to assist you during your stay.
Welcome to Shambhala Heights. My family and I are deeply grateful to call the tranquil hills of Nanoose Bay our home. We created this sanctuary as a place where guests can rest, reflect, and reconnect with the quiet rhythms of nature. It brings me great joy to share this peaceful corner with you. I hope to offer not just a place to stay, but a gentle sense of calm and presence—a space where the noise ends, and the soul begins. I enjoy meditation, and I hold a deep passion for yoga, tai chi, and the timeless art of Chinese calligraphy.
Nanoose Bay is a west coast neighborhood surrounded by the Salish Sea. Enjoy exploring the beaches, walking trails and the sea wall accessible from the resort. Nearby you can enjoy dining, shopping, farmers markets, festivals, galleries, museums, live theatre, musical performances, Indigenous cultural experiences, fishing, whale watching, snow skiing, and bungy jumping. The Fairwinds golf course offers an award winning, water front golfing experience and is open year round.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Shambhala Zen Suite takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to CAD 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

6+ years
Extra bed upon request
CAD 50 per person, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Shambhala Zen Suite in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to CAD 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: H370182504, PL2024‐040