Lower Forrester

1 Bedroom 1.0 Baths 2 Guests No Pets House in Oak Bay North
Welcome to Lower Forrester! Living area with gray sofa, round dining table, and orange accent chairs. - property
Welcome to Lower Forrester! Living area with gray sofa, round dining table, and orange accent chairs.
Lower-level living area with gray sofa and media console setup.
Gray fabric loveseat positioned under warm wooden window shutters.
TV sits on a dark wood stand in the bright, carpetless living room.
Queen bed with white linens framed by decorative interior window frame.
Bedroom features a black metal nightstand and natural wood shutter blinds.
Queen bed with white linens and cozy pillows in a quiet setting.
Fully equipped kitchen featuring black appliances and white upper cabinets.
Wall-mounted wooden shelf above the open entry leading to the dining area.
Clean bathroom with modern vanity, shower-tub combo, and window cutout.
Walk-in closet storage area with built-in wooden dressers and hanging racks.
High-capacity shared laundry setup with washer and dryer units.
Exterior view of the blue-painted lower entrance surrounded by garden beds.
Garden area with stepping stones leading toward a private blue garden shed.
Grassy backyard with mature trees and a raised wooden deck featuring outdoor seating and stairs.
Backyard view showing a blue two-story home with a wide wooden deck above.
Private paved driveway with plenty of space for vehicle parking.
Raised wooden garden beds in the front yard area perfect for light gardening.
Available street parking along a peaceful, tree-lined residential road.
Neighborhood playground with green lawns, slides, and outdoor climbing structures.
Wooden sign for Oakdowne Park tucked within lush surrounding greenery.
Lansdowne Middle School sports grounds and main educational facility building.
Exterior view of brick and glass regional medical centers and hospital facilities.
Historical brick schoolhouse building and community landmark nearby.
Run quick errands at local corner markets and independent shops.
Premier retail destination at Hillside Shopping Centre featuring top brand stores.
Local Thrifty Foods grocery store located just minutes away for fresh food shopping.
Well-maintained neighborhood tennis courts ready for recreational outdoor games.
Fun community waterpark splash pad and colorful outdoor play equipment.
Street map pinpointing the property's location on Forrester Street.
Regional neighborhood map showing nearby schools, parks, and major transit routes.
High-resolution satellite view mapping the spacious property footprint and surrounding trees.
Detailed architectural floor plan layout showing the kitchen, living area, bedroom, and bath.
From:$73.33 per night
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Property Details

Spacious 1,450 sq ft Oak Bay North garden suite! Flexible 1 or 2 BR layout, fully equipped kitchen & huge private backyard w/ garden beds. Minutes to Hillside Mall and downtown. Parking included. Ideal for 90+ day stays!

Property Overview

Discover a peaceful, garden-level retreat in one of Victoria’s most desirable residential neighborhoods. Located at 1887 Forrester Street, Oak Bay North, Canada V8R 3G7, Lower Forrester offers a generous 1,450-square-foot floor plan surrounded by a large, lush green garden. Designed for quiet privacy and long-term comfort, this home features a flexible layout that can be configured as a 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom suite to perfectly accommodate your needs.

The main living area boasts neutral tones, wood-look flooring, a plush charcoal grey sofa set, a TV setup, and a dining table with modern orange accent chairs. The fully equipped kitchen is outfitted with white cabinetry, dark countertops, full-sized appliances (including a dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave, and refrigerator), and essential small appliances. The restful bedroom suite features a Queen-sized bed, white linens, a black accent frame, and a spacious walk-in closet with custom shelving.

Step outside to enjoy the expansive private backyard featuring mature trees, stepping stone pathways, and raised garden beds. Additional amenities include a clean full bathroom with a tub/shower combo, high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV, central heating, and access to laundry facilities (shared with the upper unit).

Conveniently located near Hillside Shopping Centre, Thrifty Foods, local cafes, and Oakdowne Park, this property offers serene residential living with effortless access to Downtown Victoria and local oceanfront walks.

Essential Stay Details

One (1) dedicated parking space is included in your monthly rental at no additional cost. Most parking spots are tailored for standard-size vehicles; please let us know if you have a non-standard vehicle so we can ensure a proper fit.

A one-time departure cleaning fee of $290 is added at the time of booking. For your comfort, optional weekly or bi-weekly professional housekeeping services can easily be arranged on an hourly basis to suit your needs.

As a Canadian-based company, our baseline rates are listed in CAD. While some international platforms may auto-convert prices to USD, a clear, transparent breakdown showing both currencies will be provided on the final page before you confirm your booking. We accept direct payments from all major credit cards except American Express.

Important Policies and Notes

Effective May 1, 2024, the BC Government has set the minimum stay for rentals in British Columbia at 90 days. If you see the option to book a shorter stay, be aware that some platforms display this to show the breakdown of the monthly rate for this property. Rates shown are based on 12-month stays, but various other lengths of stay are offered. Please send us an email or a message via CheckedIn for a custom quote based on your preferred details.

All CheckedIn properties maintain a strict smoke-free environment. A $500 bylaw fine applies for smoking or vaping (including marijuana) anywhere inside the unit or the building premises.

Ahead of your arrival date, CheckedIn will send comprehensive check-in instructions and secure building access details directly to your inbox. Contactless check-in and checkout are available.

We always recommend purchasing comprehensive trip cancellation insurance. Once confirmed, your reservation remains refundable (less a $175 administrative fee) up until 30 days before travel. Within 30 days of travel, the booking becomes 100% nonrefundable. For multi-month stays, no administrative fees are charged for schedule modifications, provided a 30-day written notice of your departure date is submitted in writing.

We hope your stay is so exceptional that you come back and see us again! If this specific unit is booked, please explore our other CheckedIn listings—we would love to find the perfect home for you.

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Amenities

Accommodations

  • Breakfast Not Available
  • Dinner Not Available
  • Housekeeper Optional
  • Lunch Not Available

Additional Amenities

  • Baking Sheet
  • Bathtub
  • Blender
  • Body Soap
  • Bread Maker
  • Cleaning Products
  • Clothing Storage
  • Coffee
  • Drying Rack for Clothing
  • Essentials
  • Ethernet Connection
  • Extra Pillows and Blankets
  • Fabric Conditioner
  • Freezer
  • Garden View
  • Hangers
  • High Chair
  • Hot Water
  • Hot Water Kettle
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Long Term Stays Allowed
  • Luggage Dropoff Allowed
  • Shampoo
  • Shower Gel
  • Street Parking
  • Wine Glasses

Cleaning Protocols

  • All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
  • Contactless check-in and checkout is available
  • Disinfectant is used when cleaning the property
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Outdoor Play Area
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television

Features

  • Central Heat
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet - Hi Speed
  • Internet - Wifi
  • Iron and Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Towels Provided
  • Travel Crib
  • Washing Machine

Flexcation

  • Desk
  • Desk Chair
  • Free wifi
  • Smart TV

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker
  • Cookware
  • Dining Area
  • Dining Room
  • Dining Spices
  • Dining Table
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster

Leisure

  • Shopping
  • Whale Watching

Local

  • Hospital

Location

  • Mountain

Outdoor

  • Deck/Patio

Safety

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Outdoor Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector

Suitability

  • Wheelchair Accessible

Themes

  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic

Availability

Policies

Cancellation Policy

If you would like to confirm the stay, it will require a $500 deposit for 1 and 2-bedroom apartments or $1000 for 3 bedrooms or more, which will then be applied as the damage deposit. Upon check-out, the damage deposit will be refunded within 14 business days if no damage has occurred to the unit. If there is damage to the unit, you will be notified via email.

Your stay is fully refundable if cancelled before 30 days of arrival, with a $175.00 administrative fee. The balance of your deposit will be refunded via e-transfer to a Canadian Bank Account or to the same credit card on file. Please note there is a 4.75% credit card surcharge applicable if your refund is to a credit card.

If you need to cancel, the non-refundable period starts when you are within 30 days of your check-in date. Date changes are free, subject to availability and any differing rates. Monthly rent payments are due 30 days ahead of the upcoming month. Any cancellations need to be made in writing and sent to stay@checkedinvictoria.com.

Please note that all correspondence will come from CheckedIn.

Deposit Policy

If you would like to confirm the stay, it will require a $500 deposit for 1 and 2-bedroom apartments or $1000 for 3 bedrooms or more, which will then be applied as the damage deposit. Upon check-out, the damage deposit will be refunded within 7 business days if no damage has occurred to the unit. If there is damage to the unit, you will be notified via email.

Your stay is fully refundable if cancelled before 30 days of arrival, with a $175.00 administrative fee. The balance of your deposit will be refunded via e-transfer to a Canadian Bank Account, Wise Account or to the same credit card on file. Please note there is a 4.75% credit card surcharge applicable if your refund is to a credit card.

If you need to cancel, the non-refundable period starts when you are within 30 days of your check-in date. Date changes are free, subject to availability and any differing rates. Monthly rent payments are due 30 days ahead of the upcoming month.

Please note that all correspondence will come from CheckedIn.

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Recent reviews

by Review from Airbnb Guest #331626

04/23/2026

5 out of 5 stars

Noah enjoyed his stay. Great communication!

from $73.33 / night

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