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Grant's Bed & Breakfast is a spacious (800 sq ft) suite which comfortably accommodates four to six people. Ideal for families or two couples travelling together. We welcome children of all ages and love well-behaved pets. We are wheelchair friendly. Central location in Gibsons - walking distance to stores and sports events.
The suite features two Queen beds in two different rooms, plus a sofabed (double).
Click here for photo's and a more detailed description of the rooms and amenities.
Relax in the jacuzzi-style tub, or spend sunny hours in your own, private, south facing, fully fenced garden. There's a barbecue and the patio has comfortable furniture. Lounge in the muskoka chairs near the pond, or in the hammock underneath the cherry tree. There is even a peekaboo view of the ocean.
In season, your children will love picking blueberries and raspberries from the abundant bushes at the back of the garden.
The suite has its own computer, and wireless and cable access for your laptop.
You have your own entrance and your own garden. Parking is convenient and off-street.
There is daily housekeeping.
Grant's Bed & Breakfast is at a central location in Gibsons. We are within walking distance of Gibsons Landing, Upper Gibsons and lovely Armours Beach.
You'll enjoy your stay with us!
We have discounted rates for families with children.
See over 140 reviews in our guestbook
Or see Tripadvisor: Grant's Bed & Breakfast rated "excellent"
This is what the Ministry of Tourism BC wrote after an unannounced inspection in July 28, 2011:
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'A perfectly comfortable property with pleasant décor and a very friendly host! Congratulations! On a perfect score for cleanliness and state of repair.'
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See below what's great on the Sunshine Coast
Grant's Bed & Breakfast has a great breakfast. See what other guests say in the guestbook.
We cater to people with allergies or dietary needs.
Breakfast is served in the suite at a time of your choosing.
Check the rooms and amenities.
You can always mail us for more information at mc.grant@eastlink.ca
. . . But what is so great about the Sunshine Coast?
Well, let's start in Gibsons, the 'Gateway to the Sunshine Coast'.
The United Nations actually think Gibsons is the best place in the world to live - or stay in a Bed and Breakfast, of course. . . In October, 2009, Gibsons received the Gold Award for the Most Liveable Community in the World. The United Nations-endorsed International Awards for Liveable Communities gave Gibsons (4,000 inhabitants) the gold medal in the category 'towns with a population of less than 20,000'.
And Grant's Bed & Breakfast happens to be in Gibsons, and in a central location: right between Lower and Upper Gibsons. Almost everything is within walking distance.
But it's not just Gibsons that's wonderful; the whole Sunshine Coast is beautiful. The New York Times actually named the Sunshine Coast one of the 31 Best Places to Visit.
The Wall Street Journal has also recommended the Sunshine Coast as a great destination. In all, over 100 travel writers have raved about the Sunshine Coast in the past two years alone.
Recently, the Vancouver Sun published a story about the Sunshine Coast as a great destination for families with young children.
We already knew Gibsons was a nice place from The Beachcombers. Molly’s Reach and the pier are still there, and the Persephone has found a home in the heart of Gibsons Landing.
But why are Gibsons and the Sunshine Coast among the best places in the world?
The Coast is just 1.5 hours from downtown Vancouver, but can only be reached by ferry or air. Step off the ferry or the plane and you're in a different world.
The 40 minute ferry ride with BC Ferries through Howe Sound is like a mini cruise. The pace of life slows, relaxation sets in.
Upon arrival, mountains and forests with hundreds of kilometers of trails await the visitor, together with beautiful beaches, lakes, stunning ocean views and the Skookumchuk Narrows , the second largest salt water rapids in North America. The Pender Harbour area is known as the Venice of the North.
The Sunshine Coast has long been a well-kept secret. But in the Summer of 2008, the New York Times not only named the Coast one of the 31 Best Places to Visit, but also published Basking in the Sunshine Coast, a glowing article about great adventures to be experienced on the Coast.
Despite the publicity, the Sunshine Coast has retained its charm. So much to see, do and enjoy, and no crowds. At many of the lakes, you may be the only visitor. The sounds of birds and the gentle crashing of the waves are everywhere.
Local people are friendly and relaxed. Browse around in antique shops and quaint little stores with collectibles, or dine in waterfront restaurants, bistro-style cafes and other picturesque local eateries for a variety of flavors and budgets.
Outdoors
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Sunshine Coast is a great place to visit. Hiking, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, golf, fresh and saltwater fishing, beachcombing, swimming, wakeboarding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Check our packages and special offers for the Winter season.
The mountain biking is world renowned and the cold water diving near Saltery Bay, Porpoise Bay, and Halfmoon Bay on the Georgia Strait is among the best in the world.
A boat trip to Princess Louisa Inlet with the famous Chatterbox Falls is unforgettable.
Culture
The Sunshine Coast has a vibrant cultural life. Every year, there are a number of festivals on the Coast, like the renowned Festival of the Written Arts in Sechelt, the Fibre Arts Festival in Gibsons and the Gibsons Jazz Fest.
The Coast Cultural Alliance has information about literally hundreds of artists, events and gallery exhibits on the Sunshine Coast. Many artists will welcome you in their studios.
Music lovers will be happy on the Sunshine Coast, too. On weekends, there is always something going on. The Coast boasts many musicians, with styles ranging from jazz to rhythm ‘n blues to eclectic, to classical.
Climate
How sunny is the Sunshine Coast? Well, it lies nicely sheltered behind Vancouver Island, so the climate is mild. In fact, the Sunshine Coast is the second warmest region in Canada. A section of Roberts Creek on the Lower Coast is even officially designated as subtropical. With an annual total of between 1,400 to 2,400 hours of sunshine – that’s an average of four to six hours a day, depending on where the measurements are taken – bright days outnumber gloomy ones by a wide margin. At higher elevations, there is snow in winter for snowshoeing, cross country skiing and sledding amidst spectacular scenery.
Scenic Ferry Rides and sailing
There are actually two Sunshine Coasts: the Lower and the Upper. To reach the Upper Sunshine Coast, one needs to drive 77 kilometers along the Sunshine Coast Highway to Earl’s Cove, where a ferry leaves for the Upper Sunshine Coast. A relaxing 50-minute trip among breathtaking scenery.
The Upper Sunshine Coast, with Powell River, is an area with pristine beauty and a vibrant cultural life.
For those who enjoy scenic ferry trips, there is the Circle Tour: a ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver takes you to the Lower Sunshine Coast, a drive, and another ferry trip to the Upper Sunshine Coast. In Powell River you board another ferry to Comox on Vancouver Island. The fourth ferry ride is either from Victoria (Schwartz Bay) in the South of Vancouver Island to Tsawassen, just South of Vancouver, or alternatively, from Departure Bay in Nanaimo, back to Horseshoe Bay.
You can also go sailing with our friends John Roper and Pam Proctor: www.sailcruise.net
For more details about how to get to the Sunshine Coast, visit the maps section of Bigpacific.
Come and see if the United Nations are right. Take a trip to the Sunshine Coast, just minutes away from the busy Lower Mainland, and enjoy our hospitality!
The award winning photos in the Sunshine Coast Album on this site are by Tella Sametz and Jack Stein. You can reach Tella at 604-885-1091 or www.tellaphoto.com
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