This adult only 110-year-old Italian mansion in historic Victoria is adjacent to the Government House and Gardens. It features a daily homemade breakfast and luxury rooms with a 2-person jetted tub. The elegant rooms at Fairholme Manor are styled with hardwood floors and clean white walls. Each room features a TV and VCR, small refrigerator and bathrobes. Many boast 12-foot ceilings or large bay windows. Guests can enjoy a deluxe breakfast including homemade jams, fresh baked scones and fresh fruit, in the bright dining room or on the porch. Fairholme Manor Inn uses its own homegrown vegetables along with produce from local farms. This European-style B&B features 1 acre of lush gardens overlooking the Olympic Mountains and Juan de Fuca Straits. In-room massages can be arranged and free Wi-Fi is available for added convenience. Craigdarroch Castle is just a 5-minute walk from this inn and the Royal British Columbia Museum is 1.5 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Victoria
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Allison
    Canada Canada
    A wonderful homemade breakfast with delicious pastries and fresh fruit.
  • Sophie
    United States of America United States of America
    Sylvia is an exceptional cook who has published 2 cookbooks. Her attention to details to my husband dietary requirements was faultless
  • Joanne
    Canada Canada
    The house was beautiful and the area was very quiet and close to everything - we rarely used our car. Free parking, comfy beds, beautiful garden with a resident deer and delicious coffee and breakfast.

Hosted by Sylvia Main

9.9
9.9
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Sylvia Main
Fairholme Manor is located adjacent to the gardens of Government House, the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, the representative of Queen Elizabeth. . The Italianate-style home was built in 1885 by Dr. John C. Davie.
Sylvia and her husband opened Fairholme Manor Inn in Victoria's Rockland area in 1999. Sylvia has published 2 cookbooks by Whitecap books. Sylvia's debut book , Fabulous Fairholme: Breakfast & Brunches is a Canadian Bestseller and her second book Easy Elegance from Fabulous Fairholme : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch features her cousin, celebrated chef Nora Pouillon of Restaurant Nora in Washington DC. In the kitchen, Sylvia likes to prepare food with seasonal, fresh and local ingredients, as she believes quality ingredients are key to fabulous results.
Fairholme Manor In located on 3/4 acre of park-like setting in Victoria's beautiful Rockland area adjacent to Government House & gardens.
Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish,French

Area info

Amenities of Fairholme Manor Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Property practice

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House rules

Fairholme Manor Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Fairholme Manor Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, this property cannot accommodate babies and children.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Fairholme Manor Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Fairholme Manor Inn

  • Check-in at Fairholme Manor Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Fairholme Manor Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Fairholme Manor Inn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Fairholme Manor Inn include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • Fairholme Manor Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fairholme Manor Inn is 1.3 miles from the center of Victoria. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.