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With two National Historic Sites, a castle, stunning waterfront, and the region's best destination for fine art and craft, Colwood is Southern Vancouver Island's hidden gem. Discover why ....
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Arts, Culture, and Heritage

Historic Pendray House at Esquimalt Lagoon

• Accessible Art Space
  Coburg Peninsula, Esquimalt Lagoon, about mid-spit near the degaussing station- wheelchair accessible walkway and picnic table to increase access to beachside inspiration and creative expression at this beautiful location.
   
• Anglican Church of the Advent
  Home of Jazz Vespers, other musical and theatrical events, local food fundraisers, etc.
  510 Mount View Avenue
   
• Coast Collective at Essencia
  Art Gallery, gift shop and learning centre; representing the work of over 70 local artists, artisans, authors, musicians and more!
  3321 Heatherbell Road (#6)
   
• Colwood Community Hall
  Heritage
  2219 Sooke Road
   
• Colwood Firefighter's Museum
  Heritage
  3215 Metchosin Road
   
• Colwood School
  Heritage
  2139 Sooke Road
   
• Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites
  Fisgard Lighthouse is the oldest permanent lighthouse in BC sending out its first beam on November 16, 1860. Britain built Fort Rodd Hill in 1895, it came under Canadian command in 1906. When the fort was closed for active duty in 1956 the guns had never fired a shot. Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Park was opened in 1962. Walk along the ramparts of the gun batteries, explore underground magazines or discover camouflaged searchlight emplacements. Strange to find this among the beauty of groves of trees, sloping lawns and the pebble beach leading to Fisgard Island and the lighthouse. Great views of the Esquimalt Harbour, coastline, Strait, Olympic Mountains and Esquimalt Lagoon.
  
  • Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site
  • Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site
  
  603 Fort Rodd Hill Road
   
• Hatley Castle and Hatley Gatehouse
  
  2005 Sooke Road
   
• Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre
  Visual and performing arts programs for all ages, public art gallery.
  1767 Island Highway
   
• Pendray House
  including restored sundial constructed in 1909.
  3221 Heatherbell Road
   
• Roaming Gallery
  The work of the Coast Collective and associates can be enjoyed throughout Colwood and the West Shore (business and professional offices, restaurants etc.)
   
• Robert Bateman Centre at RRU
  Royal Roads will be the future home of a Living Building to honour the life and legacy of Canada’s celebrated wildlife artist Robert Bateman.
  2005 Sooke Road
   
• St. John the Baptist Church/Emery Family Hall
  
  537 Glencairne Lane
   

West Shore Accommodations

• A Suite Escape Bed & Breakfast
  With 650 square feet, a well-equipped kitchenette and a private backyard, A Suite Escape B&B is ideal for an extended stay.
  509 Nellie Place
  E-Mail: c_tann@suiteescape.ca
  Phone: 250-418-0555 or 250-391-4945
   
• Birds of a Feather B&B
  If you are looking for a Victoria bed and breakfast with an oceanfront guesthouse and 5 Star luxury accommodations, that is close to nature and close to the city, you’ll love Birds of a Feather.
  206 Portsmouth Drive
  E-Mail: victoria@birdsofafeather.ca
  Phone: 250-391-8889, 1-800-730-4790
   
• Eagle's Rest Bed & Breakfast
  Special reduced rates for Royal Roads Students! Not only are you getting a great deal for good accommodation, but you also get a wonderful breakfast of free-range eggs, homemade bread and jams, as well as a taste of Marg's scones which won first prize at the Luxton Country Fair in 1999!
  3307B Metchosin Rd.
  E-Mail: info@eaglesrest.ca
  Phone: 250-478-5996
   
• Happy Travels Vacation Suite Rental
  Beautiful and spacious Garden/Patio suite. Located in Colwood on the southern tip of Vancouver Island close to the Straits of Juan de Fuca and approximately 20 minutes from downtown Victoria.
  3184 Matilda Drive,
  E-Mail: info@happytravels.ca
  Phone: (250) 391-1212
   
• NightSkies Victoria Ocean-Front Bed and Breakfast
  On the waterfront of Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary, a sheltered section of the Pacific Ocean about the size of a small lake just 20-25 minutes from downtown Victoria. Sliding glass doors provide a waterfront view and a private walk-out to the backyard and the ocean lagoon.
  222 Portsmouth Drive
  E-Mail: info@nightskies.bc.ca
  Phone: 1-877-604-3003
   
• Royal Roads Ocean Front B&B
  Situated on the beautiful Esquimalt Lagoon, open to the ocean. We offer the best of both worlds: a tranquil bed and breakfast experience on the water and the opportunity to explore beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
  214 Portsmouth Drive
  E-Mail: stay@royalroadsbb.com
  Phone: 1-877-746-5506 , 250- 391-0249
   
• Seafield Gardens Vacation Suite
  Lovely, quiet, well-maintained home with 1 or 2 bedroom suite within a close walk to the Pacific Ocean, Esquimalt Lagoon Bird Sanctuary, the Galloping Goose Trail & Royal Roads University.
  218 Seafield Rd.
  E-Mail: Seafieldgardens@shaw.ca
  Phone: 250-478-9286, 250-514-9036
   
• The Lodge at Weir's Beach
  Discover the perfect retreat for family, friends and small groups ... or a wonderful weekend getaway 'staycation'. The Lodge offers beautiful rooms, panoramic views, yoga and gourmet organic breakfasts for singles, couples and groups up to 14 people. Just moments down the road from Colwood, overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the majestic Olympic Mountains. Great special packages, too!
  5195 William Head Road
  E-Mail: info@thelodgeatweirsbeach.com
  Phone: 250-478-5000
   

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