Salt Spring Carriage House

08/13/2018

A challenge out there to all B&B/accommodation providers....I bought these at Mouat's for the guests I have who smoke, to prevent possible butt chucking while visiting the island, as there have been SO many sightings of people throwing their ci******es from the windows of their cars. Let's make it easy for them to dispose of their butts responsibly!

08/10/2018

B&B Summer 2018

Summer is in full swing. The weather here has been pretty amazing this month, with temperatures perfect for those looking for all those wonderful summer activities: swimming at St. Mary Lake, paddle boarding, music under the stars, a relaxing al fresco dinner, or chilling with a late night hot tub. It’s shaping up to be an extraordinary summer here on the Rock.

The lake is warm and both rooms here at The Carriage House offer beach towels for either a swim in the lake or a dip in the hot tub. The hot tub in our Garden Room is such a hit, we added another for The Loft so that each guest has access to their own lounging area and their own private tub.

Breakfast continues to be the focus here, and supporting local goes hand in hand with our fare. Local strawberries from Golden Apple Farm get nestled in beside our homemade scones, or still-warm shortcake. Locally sourced eggs get coddled and served with Sue’s home-baked whole-wheat sourdough seed bread, and Chris’ home-cured smoked bacon. It’s all about making our guests happy!

Have dietary concerns? We are always happy to try to accommodate those whose lifestyle choices or health issues limit their breakfast options. Chocolate-oat bars, apple-berry crumbles, GF blueberry muffins, or Vegan banana muffins fit the bill.

Although we love our guests to feel so comfy here that they don’t want to leave, we DO encourage them to venture out and discover what Salt Spring has to offer.

At the height of the season, this little island is rockin’ with just about any type of entertainment one can think of. From local music at The Tree House, to special guests rounded up for the Pitchfork Social, there’s sounds for every taste.

Up for an adventure? Rent a kayak, sailboard, bike or scooter and get out there. Unsure what to do? Charter a fishing boat, join a sightseeing tour, or check out the Tuesday or Saturday markets.

Things are happening here. We hope that whatever it is you end up doing, you’ll have a blast doing it.

Cheers!

Sue & Chris

06/29/2018

Last minute cancellation for this Canada Day long weekend. Anyone need a room Friday, Saturday and Sunday? Private garden and hot tub and home baked breakfast brought to your room!

06/20/2018

Freshly baked quiches for my Garden Room guests...using local eggs, and Chris Coates' home-cured bacon. That should get their day going!

09/04/2016

What a busy summer! 27 days booked in July, and 27 in August! September weekends are all booked already, and I'm experimenting with new recipes for next year, as our second room will (hopefully) be finished for next season. I've been booking for next summer as well, so need to kick it up a notch to make breakfasts something to really look forward to. The home made bread in each room on guest arrival has been a hit. I even wowed a German guest with my rye bread, so I'm very pleased with the results! Baking quiche this afternoon....

07/03/2016

Thinking about a last minute trip to the island? I have three separate nights available: Sunday night July 10th, Monday July 18th and Thursday July 21st, crammed in between all my bookings! Let's make a deal. $120 for the night. 20% off! I would like to be fully booked for July and August and in order to accomplish this, I'm happy to fill in the blanks with a special.

This includes a scrumptious home-baked breakfast brought to your room, a fresh loaf of bread made with wild yeast, and a warm and inviting space to enjoy it all in! Taxes included.

Anyone aware of friends traveling the gulf islands at this time, pass it on! Enjoy your summer whoever you are and wherever you wander!

06/25/2016

Anyone looking for a lovely spot to lay their heads tonight: I have just had a cancellation. The whole weekend is available. FYI I bake a lovely loaf of bread for each 2-night booking, bake something yummy for your breakfast, and respect your privacy! The Tour de Iles starts its 3-day run tonight for any wanting to island hop all weekend for $20 only. Great time to visit!

05/30/2016

As the end of May approaches, there is definitely a trend developing here: Salt Spring is already busy and it doesn't look like there will be any gaps now until the Fall. Town is noticeably "full" Friday afternoons, the market is in full swing, and the B&B's are filling up fast. Nice to see, being that there is SO much to do. May saw the usual suspect of events: Round Salt Spring race, Ruckle Park Farm Heritage Days, the Painters' Guild Annual show, the big soccer tourney, and of course the start of the Tuesday Farmer's market.

And to keep everyone interested and active, June's schedule boasts the start of Artcraft at Mahon Hall running through until September, and Salt Spring's annual Sea Capers weekend. Of course the Saturday and Tuesday markets will run right through until October. Lots for everyone of different ages and different interests!

The weather for the most part, has been grand, and it has brought the crowds early. Everyone in the service sector is ready to welcome our visitors, with the restaurants gearing up their staff and fine tuning their menus; there's so much choice! The tourist info centre is well manned. Anyone needing steering in the right direction, I recommend they drop in for a chat with the helpful volunteers there so that you can make the most of the time you have here as fun-filled as possible. Everything from accommodation to food, studios to visit, or how to read the bus schedule.

Ask a local for help; most people welcome a chat, and you might learn something about Salt Spring that will surprise you!

For our part, The B&B is almost totally booked for August, there's a bit of wiggle room in July, and still some nice choices for June available. I have been baking my own bread using wild yeast as a leavener and it's been heavenly. I am leaving a loaf for my guests on arrival, as a welcome. It seems a natural with all the lovely wines and cheeses that our guests pick up on their rounds of the island!

Welcome to the island. Kick back, relax, refresh, and revel in a different mindset.

04/20/2016

This is a new offering for my B&B guests. These loaves baked this morning! One whole wheat seed, and one sourdough, both fermented with wild yeast. I'm going to put a freshly baked loaf in the room on guest arrival, so they can enjoy with the local wines and cheeses they are bound to come back with after a day at the market.

04/16/2016

Spring has sprung - even EARLIER than before! Nice.

04/09/2016

04/09/2016

Relax away from Home....