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An Enticing Place to Stay and Explore

Salt Spring Island is a tranquil haven away from the bustle of the nearby cities of Vancouver, Seattle on the mainland and Victoria, on Vancouver Island. Of all the Gulf Islands, Salt Spring (also known as Saltspring) is the largest, most populous, and most diverse with over 10,000 individualists who welcome you to share in the beauty of this special isle....

Spectacular scenery, a vibrant cultural life, the joyful energies of the islanders (artists, artisans, musicians, theatrical performers, writers, celebrities, organic farmers, wine makers and people of every creative stripe) provides enjoyment, relaxation and rejuvenation for our wonderful island guests and many returning friends.

Salt Spring's main town of Ganges is acclaimed as one of the best small art towns in North America! It boasts over a dozen art galleries on the "Gallery Walk" and a vibrant performing arts center, “Art Spring”. There's a special appreciation for live music that cascades over the boardwalks onto the docks of the harbour all year round. There are over three dozen artists on “The Studio Tour”, a self-guided adventure to discover many different art forms that covers the island with everything from acrylics and bath salts to wood turning and Zen gardens.

Did we mention that every Saturday from early April through late October there is the renowned Saturday Market where over 200 artists, craftspeople and farmers share their creations?

Peaceful spaces abound. Salt Spring offers magnificent viewpoints, secluded picnic spots, walking and hiking trails, bird watching, beachcombing and so much more. Salt Spring also offers, tennis, two 9-hole golf courses and horseback riding on its island mountains. If water is more your style, you'll enjoy ocean kayaking, scuba diving, swimming and fresh or saltwater fishing. How about a four-hour sail or cruise with your captain at the helm?

Salt Spring and Victoria enjoy a microclimate quite different from Vancouver and Seattle. We have the only Mediterranean climate in Canada. Be pleasantly surprised and check: Environment Canada Weather

Individually we are members of :

Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce

Tourism Association of Vancouver Island

Tourism Victoria

Western Canada Bed & Breakfast

Innkeepers Association (WCBBIA)

And recommended by:

Fodors

Frommers

Best Places to Kiss

Canada Select

(4 to 4.5-Star Luxury ratings)

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Taste of Salt Spring, 'bed and breakfast accommodations with style', is a select group of cooperating hosts dedicated to offering unique and relaxing accommodations throughout Salt Spring Island. These landmark properties have joined together to offer visitors unique quality getaways with knowledgeable and friendly hosts ready to share a true taste of Salt Spring as only islanders can."

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