About Us

Our Story

From a simple Welch family camping trip in 2014, combined with a leap of faith to transform our home into a temporary haven for guests has sprang an unexpected odyssey. A decade later, our 'side hustle' has blossomed into a curated collection of three distinct homes, each a testament to our passion for design and hospitality. This entrepreneurial venture has not only unlocked early retirement, but a passport to global connection. While balancing the vibrant energy of hosting local and international guests during high-season frees us for off-season exploration.

Cheers - The Welch Family

Our Properties

Exceptional short-term, pet-friendly, family-friendly licensed vacation rentals for all group sizes and all people. Our portfolio showcases three distinct, adjacent homes, each renovated with care and offering comfortable, creative atmospheres. Our properties are fully furnished, well stocked, and thoughtfully appointed with numerous special touches. All properties boast unique, private, fenced, outdoor spaces showcasing native flora, country garden perennials, fruit trees, herbs, and vegetable gardens, creating tranquil retreats that we love sharing with our guests.

Our Location

Experience the convenience afforded by our central location within Saanich, a municipality of the Capital Regional District that includes downtown Victoria and 11 other municipalities on Southern Vancouver Island. Our specific location directly faces Horner Park, which caters to guests seeking recreation, children's play areas, and off-leash pet-friendly spaces. Seamless accessibility to bus stops, a variety of shops, restaurants, pubs, the University of Victoria, Camosun College, Cadboro Bay Beach-Gyro Park (6-minute drive), and the Royal Jubilee Hospital (7-minute drive) ensures effortless accessibility. Downtown Victoria is a short 15-minute drive away with many scenic route options to get there and back. Nature's splendor is readily available, with Mt. Tolmie and Finnerty Gardens within walking distance, and the expansive Mt. Doug Park, a brief drive away, offering scenic hiking trails for all fitness levels. Connect with us to start your planning and be sure to visit Tourism Victoria for an abundance of destination information.

Our Commitment

For over 10 years, Welch Homes and Hospitality has been a family-run business dedicated to providing exceptional short-term rental experiences in Victoria, BC. As super hosts, educated in hospitality and tourism management, and work experience that includes Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and Destination Greater Victoria and Tourism Victoria, we have a strong passion for hospitality and have earned over 645 five-star ratings. We ensure that every guest feels at home and valued during their stay and have everything they need for a comfortable stay. As we do all the work ourselves we can honour this commitment.