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... with food preparation and showed us to the back kitchen where we could really make ourselves at home with access...
... things to do) and great guys to hang with. Sue in the kitchen was a delight allowing us to borrow stuff to cook out...
... at McKay Bay Lodge. Clean, quiet, lovely beds and a great kitchen. The McKay's built, maintain and manage this lovely...
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Write a reviewMy sister-in-law and I spent two nights at the Lodge in July while we attended Music by the Sea. It was a welcoming place with a beautiful deck and outlook to the inlet, cozy sitting room, comfortable bedrooms and a dining room filled with delicious treats! The staff were very accommodating with food preparation and showed us to the back kitchen where we could really make ourselves at home with access to drinks and snacks. The cinnamon apple loaf was a wonderful treat at midnight after a late concert. But it wasn't all about the food - the grounds are lovely with many spots for taking in the views and the lodge isn't far from Brady's Beach. Well worth the walk to this spectacular beach! It is clear that hospitality has been in this family for generations - thanks very much.
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From the time we called over for the water shuttle to the whole group on the dock waving good bye we were VERY well taken care of and accommodated like royalty. The guides were very knowledgeable and very prepared (limited out early so we found other things to do) and great guys to hang with. Sue in the kitchen was a delight allowing us to borrow stuff to cook out found oceanic treats ( one regret that I never had time to cook Gnocchi with her) and the food was a culinary delight. And although all the reviews say it can't be repeated enough Cheryl, Brian and family are the best hosts ever at any resort, fun, intelligent hosts that made our trip the "tops"!! Thanks and I will see you all again for a romantic getaway with my wife.
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Room Tip: Our lower rooms were great but #9 bathroom is really worth asking for.
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Response from mel0nmay, Guest Relations Manager at McKay Bay Lodge
Responded Aug 1, 2018
We're so pleased you had a great experience here! Thanks for the wonderful review- we truly enjoyed having you stay at Mckay Bay. Have a great summer and enjoy those fish you caught. See you and your wife next time!
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Just returned from an amazing four night stay in the forest cabin at McKay Bay Lodge. Clean, quiet, lovely beds and a great kitchen. The McKay's built, maintain and manage this lovely retreat. They, and their staff, are very friendly and helpful. Whether you are fishing, hiking, or just want a quiet retreat in a spectacular area, this is a great place to stay and we will be back!
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Room Tip: We stayed in the forest cabin with a kitchen. Main lodge has rooms plus a dining room.
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Response from mel0nmay, Manager at McKay Bay Lodge
Responded Sep 9, 2019
Thank you for the great review! You ladies were wonderful to have here. We all enjoyed the painted shells that were placed by the doorstep. We will try and make the pick-up off the boat less confusing next time (haha). See you next season :) -McKay Bay Lodge
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Located at the western edge of Vancouver Island, the small town of Bamfield is as remote as one can get on this beautiful island. MacKay Bay Lodge is at the remote end of Beale Cape Road in West Bamfield, where the roads are not even paved.
Cheryl came to receive us at the docks and carted us along with our luggage in her ATV to the lodge. The lodge has a beautiful setting at the edge of the rain forest and overlooking the fishing dock with the serene waters of the Bamfield Inlet. She made us feel at home in our cosy room, which had an additional couple of bunk beds for kids. In the kitchen cum dining room there was a dining table and chairs, chest of drawers, fridge, microwave oven, kettle, wash basin with some crockery, and a sofa. Even though it was summer we needed to turn on the heater at night.
Breakfast, lunch and supper were included in the stay package. In addition we could visit the kitchen for some snacks or hot and cold drinks and tea and coffee sachets were available at any time of the day. Nancy would always prepare an excellent breakfast and we had an omelette with bacon, spinach, green onion and cheese on the first day, followed by grapefruit and coffee. A variety of cereals were also available. Lunch and dinner were three course meals consisting of a salad, a fish, chicken or meat dish with roast potato and followed by yummy dessert. Nancy and Sue really pampered us with a lot of goodies.
Cheryl would help us to plan our day. After breakfast I went for a leisurely walk to the beautiful Brady’s beach about 3 km away, and returned via the boardwalk along the harbour. In the evening Cheryl arranged for a boat ride with Robbie who took us further into the inlet where we saw a Mamma Bear with her Baby Bear on the far shore feeding on the grass.
Most of the other regular guests who visit here are into sport fishing and they regaled us with their fishing exploits and whale spotting for the day. There is a hot tub where they can relax and recover after a long day on the cold waters. We enjoyed our two day stay by just walking along the harbour and the forest, eating, drinking and sleeping to our hearts content. The atmosphere was very peaceful, serene and calming and it was a joy to just sit outside or upstairs on the veranda during sunset.
We were sad to leave when Brain dropped us back in the ATV to catch the boat back to Port Alberni.
Cheryl came to receive us at the docks and carted us along with our luggage in her ATV to the lodge. The lodge has a beautiful setting at the edge of the rain forest and overlooking the fishing dock with the serene waters of the Bamfield Inlet. She made us feel at home in our cosy room, which had an additional couple of bunk beds for kids. In the kitchen cum dining room there was a dining table and chairs, chest of drawers, fridge, microwave oven, kettle, wash basin with some crockery, and a sofa. Even though it was summer we needed to turn on the heater at night.
Breakfast, lunch and supper were included in the stay package. In addition we could visit the kitchen for some snacks or hot and cold drinks and tea and coffee sachets were available at any time of the day. Nancy would always prepare an excellent breakfast and we had an omelette with bacon, spinach, green onion and cheese on the first day, followed by grapefruit and coffee. A variety of cereals were also available. Lunch and dinner were three course meals consisting of a salad, a fish, chicken or meat dish with roast potato and followed by yummy dessert. Nancy and Sue really pampered us with a lot of goodies.
Cheryl would help us to plan our day. After breakfast I went for a leisurely walk to the beautiful Brady’s beach about 3 km away, and returned via the boardwalk along the harbour. In the evening Cheryl arranged for a boat ride with Robbie who took us further into the inlet where we saw a Mamma Bear with her Baby Bear on the far shore feeding on the grass.
Most of the other regular guests who visit here are into sport fishing and they regaled us with their fishing exploits and whale spotting for the day. There is a hot tub where they can relax and recover after a long day on the cold waters. We enjoyed our two day stay by just walking along the harbour and the forest, eating, drinking and sleeping to our hearts content. The atmosphere was very peaceful, serene and calming and it was a joy to just sit outside or upstairs on the veranda during sunset.
We were sad to leave when Brain dropped us back in the ATV to catch the boat back to Port Alberni.
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Pros.: - Very friendly and helpfule staff.
- Great food and they don't mind if you walk into the kitchen to get some milk.
- The lodge provides facilities to clean, pack and freeze the fish on site. (Salmon fishing in this area is outstanding)
- Room was clean.
- Free WiFi is available.
- The lodge is extremely quiet (almost all guests are in bed by latest 9 pm (most guests get up at 4 or 5 am to go fishing).
Cons.: - Shower facility in the room is OK, but the water supply sucks. My shower went from warm to cold to no water at all. Then started up again with cold water only.
- The bed & matrass was extremely bouncy and should be upgraded.
Summary: - I would go back for another short stay as the location is ideal for a great fishing experience
- For those of you who are cell phone adicted, there is NO cell phone service available in the entire town of bamfield inluding the lodge.
- Great food and they don't mind if you walk into the kitchen to get some milk.
- The lodge provides facilities to clean, pack and freeze the fish on site. (Salmon fishing in this area is outstanding)
- Room was clean.
- Free WiFi is available.
- The lodge is extremely quiet (almost all guests are in bed by latest 9 pm (most guests get up at 4 or 5 am to go fishing).
Cons.: - Shower facility in the room is OK, but the water supply sucks. My shower went from warm to cold to no water at all. Then started up again with cold water only.
- The bed & matrass was extremely bouncy and should be upgraded.
Summary: - I would go back for another short stay as the location is ideal for a great fishing experience
- For those of you who are cell phone adicted, there is NO cell phone service available in the entire town of bamfield inluding the lodge.
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