Experience world-class service at Fairholme Manor Inn

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 home-grown vegetables along with produce from local farms. This European-style B&B boasts 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 2.4 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • 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.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a lovely property, one of the best I have stayed in. Our superior suite was huge and beautifully appointed even having fresh flowers and houseplants in the rooms. The staff are very helpful and informative and there is a tasty breakfast...
  • Douglas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful house. Very well presented. Stunning breakfast... No need to eat for the rest of the day! Wild deer in the garden an unexpected bonus.
  • Diana
    Canada Canada
    I thought the cost of a b n b was prohibitive. But the sheer luxury of he room was worth it. The spa like washroom, the quality of the sleep in that quiet room was superb. And then the breakfast! Wow.
  • Daniela
    Germany Germany
    - Very nice personnel - Great three course breakfast every day - Saw deers in the garden - Beautiful traditional house with very nice rooms - Silence and proximity to government garden - Attention to detail in the rooms (e.g. flowers and...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A fabulous Victorian house very nicely decorated and furnished. Very comfortable stay. Good sized rooms. Nice private garden. Adjacent Government House gardens. The locality is high end residential. About 1 mile walk into downtown Victoria.
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    We loved our stay here. The historic house was very well set out in a quiet neighbourhood close enough to town but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet of a country manor. The gardens are beautiful and there is on site parking that is very...
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property in a lovely location. 5 minute drive to Victoria or a pleasant 30 minute walk.
  • Helen
    Australia Australia
    Everything! Sylvia, Christine & Mona looked after us beautifully. Thanks so much! There were dears, squirrels & owls outside our widow in the morning! The breakfast was incredible made especially by Sylvia! Yummy. Fairholme Manor Inn was so...
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely character building about 30 minutes walk from downtown Victoria. Lovely, comfortable room with a gorgeous view from the deck. Excellent, home cooked, included breakfast and very helpful staff and owners. Highly recommended so long as you...
  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a delightful period property! Sylvia was super welcoming and accommodating, especially our early check out by providing a continental breakfast in our room. Breakfast was very nice and fulsome with home made, freshly baked bread included!!

Managed by Sylvia Main

Company review score: 9.8Based on 345 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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.

Property information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

Fairholme Manor Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, this property cannot accommodate babies and children.

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

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

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

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

License number: 00038763, H424721913