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Cortes is part of the Discovery
group of islands, which are
considered the jewels of the British Columbia Coast. They are
located midway along the east coast of Vancouver Island near Campbell
River
(see map). For over a century Cortes Island has been a haven for those
independent spirits searching for freedom, a sense of community, a cleaner
environment, and unparalleled natural beauty. The scenery here is dramatic
and varied, largely unspoiled by urban development. An aura of romance and
a oneness with nature is everywhere. The sparkling waters are home to
incredible marine life and in 1996 the HMCS Columbia was sunk off Quadra
Island to become an exciting diving reef. Cortes Island
is also world famous for its stunning coastal cruising, whether by kayak
or by yacht. Wildlife abounds, making hiking and beachcombing enjoyable
anytime of the year. Upon your arrival you will see the snow-capped
Coastal Mountain Range to the east towering over Desolation Sound. Cedar
Moon and Wildfern Cottage are backed by forest and stand on a rocky beach
covered with tidal pools and seashells. When you arrive
on Cortes Island - wilderness, peace and privacy
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Cedar Moon is a spectacular oceanfront home with
180-degree view of Desolation Sound. The house is situated on 12
quiet acres of cedar, fir and hemlock forest with 400 feet of
private beach near Squirrel Cove, Cortes Island in British Columbia
Canada. It is an open and spacious 3 bedroom post and beam design,
featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with French doors that face the
ocean, and a deluxe ensuite with deep soaker tub off the master
bedroom, plus a second guest bathroom with a combined tub and
shower. Gleaming hardwood floors and countertops have recently been
refinished, in the bedrooms we've also added designer linens,
down-filled duvets, and feather pillows for your comfort. |
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Cedar Moon on Cortes Island is
ideal for families, especially those with children. The house can
comfortably accommodate 6 people, with a maximum of 8 persons.
Sleeping facilities include 1 queen-sized master bed, 1 double
guestroom bed, 1 single guestroom bed, 1 double sofa-bed in the
living room, and 1 single futon-bed in the open loft. The kitchen is
well equipped with a gas oven and stovetop, full-sized fridge with
freezer, toaster oven, coffeepot, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
Tastefully furnished for your holiday enjoyment, complete with a
woodburning fireplace for cozy nights, plus lots of decks for
outdoor dining and sunbathing. To see more photos and read guest
comments, click on
Cedar Moon. |
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Wildfern Cottage has the same incredible view, but is
even closer to the water with the high tide lapping at your
doorstep. It offers 1 bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a new double
sofa-bed in the living room, 1 full bathroom ensuite with a
combination tub/shower plus a separate powder room with a second
toilet & sink for guests or children. The kitchen is well equipped
with a full sized 4-burner electric stove and oven, a small fridge,
toaster, and washer/dryer. The addition of a cozy red woodstove and
a new sundecks makes it an ideal retreat for a single person or a
romantic getaway for a couple. The cottage is fully equipped with
linens & dishes to accommodate a maximum of 4 persons. To see more
photos and read guest comments, click on
Wildfern Cottage. |
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Vancouver Area Accommodation:
If you need a place to stay in Vancouver, while on your way to
and/or from Cortes Island, we recommend
Green-Gables Bed & Breakfast. After a day of sightseeing or travelling
you will enjoy relaxing at this peaceful B&B with its creek and tranquil
pond surrounded by old cedar trees. |
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Cedar Moon on Cortes Island 1-250-935-6676 OR 6616
Photos by
Philip Wood © 2001
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