Viking Long House

Unwind in the Italian Garden while the sun goes down, taking in the scenic Cowichan Valley. Curl up with a glass of wine in front of one of the three fireplaces while admiring the handcrafted, vaulted timber ceilings. Wake up, at your leisure & enjoy a cup of java on the deck.

Have a competitive streak? Follow the iron stairway to the lower level & let the games begin! Whether a romantic getaway or family retreat, this acreage property is what vacation rental dreams are made of.

Emerge yourself into this one-of-a-kind, naval-inspired, timber frame house that is an architectural marvel. You will instantly feel the love that was put into building it the moment you enter the space. 

This large, split-level home is spacious enough to afford separation and downtime from whomever you are travelling with as well as complete privacy from Neighbours.

History

A true Viking Long House, hidden away in the heart of Vancouver Island. Built using the ancient art of timber framing by Master Boat Builder and Timber Framer, Pat Woodland, together with housebuilder Craig Barnes. Timber Framers use mortise and tendons without nails. In addition, you will note certain curved beams and roof trusses around the eyebrow windows; all individually carved by hand, using a hand-made steamer. The curved staircase was built by hand by Craig Barnes. The Wrought Ironwork was created by renowned Iron Worker, Theresa, The Welder Chic.

The front door comes from the owner's great grandfather's historic house in Rockland, Victoria, built-in 1861 and demolished for a subdivision in 1955. The fir floors are milled from Vancouver Island fir and the stained glass windows were rescued from an 18th-century house in England. Most of the marble comes from Matrix Marble, lovingly selected from their quarry on Vancouver Island. The owners are avid readers and hope you will enjoy reading from the eclectic library collection. The house is formally named "Innisfree", after the poem by the great Irish poet W.B. Yeats.

Other Features and Amenities:

Indoor space: games room, media room, library, open concept living area with fireplaces (yes plural!).

Outdoor space: massive deck with lounge furniture, fireplace, hot tub, courtyard, Italian garden, fountains, rose gardens, dining area.

The master bedroom, with its full marble en-suite bathroom, will make any couple feel like royalty.

As our guests, you have access to all amenities.

Hosted by Barbara

I got married at the Viking Long House, it is a truly remarkable home and I absolutely love sharing it with fabulous guests. It's the perfect retreat to make lasting memories.

I live 20min from the Viking Longhouse. With our masks on, we will be available as needed.

Barbara 

Whale Watching

https://oceanecoventures.com/

Birds of Pray

http://pnwraptors.com/

Kinsol Trestle

https://www.cvrd.bc.ca/1379/Ki...

Setting out to Sea

www.bluedogkayaking.com www.sealegskayaking.com www.coastalbliss.ca www.wilderness-kayaking.com

Vineyard and Wine Tours

Cherry Point winery, (5-minute drive from the house)

http://cherrypointestatewines....

https://www.bluegrouse.ca/

http://www.cheerscowichan.com/

Brew Pub

Craig Steet Brew Pub

http://www.csbrewery.ca/craigs...

Red Arrow Brewery https://www.redarrowbeer.ca/

*this is in Duncan but worth the drive if you are seeking a local brewery

Restaurant

Pirmastrada

https://pizzeriaprimastrada.co...

Coffee

Drumroasters

https://www.drumroaster.com/

Cowichan is close to Duncan - a cute town with the most totem poles in North America and the largest hockey stick!

Best to rent a vehicle, there is lots of room for parking at no extra charge

You are surrounded by working farmland.