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Listing description
Magnolia Suite is a lovely, cute, bright one-bedroom suite on the top floor of Larkspur Manor Suites, a family-operated boutique neighbourhood hotel. Situated in the historic Fairfield neighbourhood close to Cook Street Village, Beacon Hill Park, downtown, Dallas Road waterfront, cafés, and restaurants. This suite is ideal for couples or small families to relax after a day of exploring. The Magnolia Suite is well equipped offering the comfort and charm of a peaceful home away from home.
Our property
Larkspur Manor Suites:
Larkspur Manor Suites is a family-operated boutique neighbourhood hotel located in one of Victoria’s most established residential neighbourhoods. Set within a historic character manor, the property blends heritage charm with thoughtful modern comforts to create a warm and welcoming home away from home.
Each suite at Larkspur Manor has its own unique personality and character, offering guests a more personal and memorable stays. From cozy top-floor character suites to spacious family suites, the property reflects the charm and comfort of a well-loved historic home.
With attentive management and an on-site host, we strive to provide a quiet, comfortable, and respectful stay for guests visiting Victoria for leisure, work, family visits, or longer stays.
Guests enjoy the charm of a historic home thoughtfully paired with modern conveniences, including fully equipped kitchens, comfortable living spaces, quality linens, fast Wi-Fi, and complimentary Netflix.
Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Victoria, Cook Street Village, Beacon Hill Park, Dallas Road waterfront, cafés, restaurants, grocery stores, and public transit, Larkspur Manor Suites offers the comfort of a peaceful residential setting while remaining close to many of Victoria’s most loved destinations.
Magnolia Suite:
The Magnolia Suite, a lovely one-bedroom suite on the top floor of our heritage building, with abundant natural light, and thoughtful details throughout. Guests especially love the intimate reading nook tucked beneath the sloped ceiling, a perfect place to unwind with a book or morning coffee.
The cozy bedroom features vintage floral wallpaper accents and a calming atmosphere designed for rest and comfort. The living area offers space to relax after a day exploring Victoria, while the fully equipped kitchen and dining area make the suite equally comfortable for short visits or longer stays.
Suite Amenities:
• Private bedroom with queen bed and quality linens
• Ensuite-bathroom with tub and shower,
• Comfortable living room with double sofa bed
• Fully equipped kitchen with stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, kettle, rice cooker, cookware, utensils, spices, tea, coffee, and more
• Dining area
• Cozy reading nook with sloped ceiling
• Desk/workspace
• Large windows with natural light
• 50” Smart TV with complimentary Netflix
• Fast Wi-Fi (1000 Mbps)
Ideal for couples, solo travellers, small families, or guests seeking a quiet and comfortable home base while visiting Victoria.
Free off-street parking is available at the back of the building for one vehicle per reservation on a first-come, first-served basis. Free 24-hour street parking is also available directly in front of the property without permits.
LOCATION:
Our property is located in the heart of Fairfield, a charming historical neighbourhood with many century-old heritage homes on quiet tree-lined streets leading to the Salish Sea, the famous Dallas Road waterfront, Clover Point Park, and many beaches including picturesque Gonzales Bay, and dramatic views of the Olympic Mountains. We are within walking distances to many amenities, grocery stores, shops, restaurants, cafés, downtown Victoria, waterfront, and much more.
For anyone who appreciates Victorian, Edwardian, and Craftsman homes, or who wants a change of pace from the hustle and bustle of Downtown, look no further than our quiet, historic residential neighbourhood. The proximity to Downtown, the waterfront, parks, attractions, amenities, public transit, and bike routes make our property a perfect place to live, work and visit. Many of our guests described our location as great or perfect.
We are about:
• 8 min walk to Cook Street Village
• 10 min walk to Beacon Hill Park
• 15-20 min walk to Downtown Victoria, Inner Harbour, Dallas Road waterfront, Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, and many other attractions
• 7 min by car or 15 min by direct bus to Royal Jubilee hospital
• 30-40 min by car or 1 hour by bus from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
• 30-40 min by car or 1 hour by bus from Victoria International Airport
HISTORY:
This large three-level Craftsman chalet-style heritage manor was designed in 1912 by renowned Canadian architect Samuel Maclure for a prominent local businessman who was well known for his involvement in the prohibition movement, his church community, and his role as president of the YMCA.
Over two decades ago, the manor was thoughtfully converted into seven self-contained suites. Each suite is uniquely designed with its own character and personality, ranging from efficient studios to spacious two-bedroom accommodations, all featuring private kitchens and bathrooms.
Formerly known as Trutch Manor Suites, the property was, for many years, one of Victoria’s beloved bed-and-breakfast destinations. Today, it continues its tradition of hospitality as a family-operated boutique neighbourhood hotel under its new name, “Larkspur Manor Suites.”
The name “Larkspur” was chosen to pay homage to Victoria’s reputation as the “City of Gardens.” The larkspur flower, an old-fashioned bloom that comes in many beautiful shades, is often associated with love, affection, happiness, strong bonds, and a pure heart. We feel it beautifully reflects the spirit of our manor — warmly welcoming guests from all walks of life to create meaningful memories, whether visiting for a special occasion, a relaxing getaway, work, or time reconnecting with loved ones.
Since becoming the owners a few years ago, our family has been honoured to continue sharing this special heritage manor as a comfortable and welcoming home away from home for those visiting and working in Victoria.
OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE:
As the building was constructed in 1912, there may be creaks and squeaks on the floor or stairs which are to be expected from this vintage of building.
If you appreciate buildings with characters and old world charm, then you come to the right place.
This suite is on the second floor (the top floor) of building. There are stairs to the building and to the suite, (sorry no elevator), and it is not wheelchair accessible. As such, it will be challenging for those with mobility difficulties.
The bathroom is an ensuite, which is in the bedroom.
The couch can be pulled out into a double bed, not queen size bed.
Our posted rate is for double occupancy. Each additional guest after 2 is $45/night.
Laundry is in the basement of the building, free of charge. There is a set of stairs going to the laundry room right across from the main entrance of the building. Laundry hour is between 9 am - 8 pm.
We have motion sensor security cameras on the outside of our building which stay on during 24/7. One at the main entrance, one on the side of the building above the gate, one near the fire escape at the back of the building, one above Unit 7 entrance, and one on the garage facing our parking lot. We do not have any recording devices inside the building or in any of the private spaces.
Sometimes my 7-year old dog, Cosmo, a medium-size Labradoodle, stays with us. You may see him play outside in the courtyard. He is super friendly. However, if he sees you for the first time, he may bark at you. If you are nervous around dogs, please let us know and we will limit his presence outside.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Business Licence #00039505
Provincial Registration: Exempt
