Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free onsite parking is available for guests.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are not allowed at this property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Guests planning to arrive after 6:00 PM must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions.

Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?

The guesthouse is located in Salt Spring Island, within a 15-minute walk of Ganges Marina and Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre. It is approximately 0.6 miles from Saltspring Marina and 0.7 miles from Salt Spring Saturday Market.

Wisteria Guest House in Ganges

Average nightly price at Wisteria Guest House by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$112
November	US$118
December	US$121

What guests think

Across recent reviews, travelers describe Wisteria Guest House as a quiet, garden-like retreat within easy walking distance of Ganges, with cozy rooms, a welcoming lounge stocked with coffee, tea and cookies, and warm hosts—plus the beloved resident cat, Steve.

Guests frequently praise the cleanliness and overall comfort of rooms and common areas. Some mention thin walls and modest in-room kitchen setups, with occasional comments about small studios or signage feeling a bit strict. Many appreciate the easy self check-in and clear communication, and several highlight tasty breakfasts. Expect a cozy, low-key stay with thoughtful shared amenities.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the relaxing gardens, outdoor seating, and a spacious lounge stocked with coffee, tea, and homemade cookies plus books, games, and puzzles. Some rooms and the common area provide a fridge, kettle, and microwave for simple needs.

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Janice

27 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

As soon as I drove into the driveway I felt welcome, it was like a miniture rainforest eco system. You’re welcomed by owner and shown to your room, which is clean with its own bathroom and a deck thru the balcony door. There is a common area open to all residents to enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate as well as a supply of homemade cookies (delicious). Games book or puzzles to while away some quite time I would definitely not hesitate to come back again. Thank you for a nice stay

10

Jeffrey

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely spot...quiet rooms.Enjoyed the common room. Lots of puzzles, games, books and Stdve the cat!!

10

William

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quaint, quiet and clean. Buried in shrubs and flowers, the privacy is great. The main room is big and equipped with coffee, tea and cookies.

10

Susan

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

So cozy, and comfortable with a large open living room full of games, books and social areas. Tea cookies and coffee self service all day. Super clean and walkable to town. Great little cottage!

8

Blair

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely grounds, room was pretty good, walls are not sound proof at all, could hear our neighbors without a problem, don’t go planing to do any meals as there is nothing but a microwave and a bar fridge, only dishes are cups and glasses, no cutlery.

8

Bela

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Cozy, clean and comfortable. We especially liked there were a fridge and kettle to use. Small space in Studio 2, but had all amenities. The heated bathroom floor was especially a plus!!

10

Theresa

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay at Wisteria, clean room, friendly house cat, nice guest lounge with coffee and tea. Outdoor garden lounge area is available as well.

8

Diana

24 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in and check out. Lots of correspondence from hosts with regards to check in procedure, bike storage, etc. lovely large common area room with comfy furniture, books, games, puzzles, coffee/tea station, Homemade cookies, fridge and microwave. Lovely deck and grounds. Very central location to Ganges centre, wineries, cideries, spa, restaurants, pubs, shopping, churches….

10

Henrik

2 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely property with lots of access to outside spaces.

10

Fiona

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful room, and very nice lounge area. Staff were very accommodating. Good cookies :)))

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Cleanliness

Reviews repeatedly describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained.

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William

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quaint, quiet and clean. Buried in shrubs and flowers, the privacy is great. The main room is big and equipped with coffee, tea and cookies.

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Bela

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Cozy, clean and comfortable. We especially liked there were a fridge and kettle to use. Small space in Studio 2, but had all amenities. The heated bathroom floor was especially a plus!!

10

Judith

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, loved Steve the cat !

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Theresa

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay at Wisteria, clean room, friendly house cat, nice guest lounge with coffee and tea. Outdoor garden lounge area is available as well.

10

Mari-Dawn

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was amazing. The grounds are beautiful and the accommodations are clean and very quaint. It’s a true salt spring gem. We will be back!

10

Bruce

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, quiet, and steve the cat 🐈 Very friendly, we will return 😀.

10

Sarah

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at Wisteria for two nights and had a great time. It is a very clean, cozy and comfortable space. Len greeted us upon our arrival and the check in process was very easy. I had spoken to Len a few days prior as I was having issues with the ferry schedule and he offered solutions to help. The guest house is a short walk to the main area of the island where you can find many stores and restaurants, as well as the Saturday market. We had a great stay and would certainly come back in the future.

10

William

1 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

the Guest house is very cozy and quiet, the owner and every staff are super friendly and nice. Feel so cozy and like going back to home. Room is very clean, the enviornment is super artistic and nice. There is a cute steve cat there company you all the time. I really like the place and will back again.

10

Andreas

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, quiet and convenient

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David

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was so quiet and beautifully maintained.

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Rooms

Rooms are cozy and comfortable, with some described as spacious and well equipped. A few guests note thin walls, modest in-room kitchen setups, and limited privacy in certain studios.

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Todd

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful grounds. Quaint, cozy rooms. Friendly staff. Walkable to Ganges.

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Jeffrey

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely spot...quiet rooms.Enjoyed the common room. Lots of puzzles, games, books and Stdve the cat!!

10

John

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A first rate property, in a stunning location full of homely touches (home-made cookies) and kindly offering books to read. The beds are divine and rooms are well equipped. We loved it so much, we booked again while waiting in line for the ferry!

4

Florian

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is on a side street in Ganges. The owner was very friendly and welcoming, the area is safe as is the entire island, the property shows owner’s care and the room was clean, but it did not work for us. The room we rented was a “studio” room which shared a small patio area with a second “studio” and, to gain some privacy in your room, you had to keep the blinds/curtains closed at wall time. The property has a list of rules provided to you which were no problem for us, but the note posted in the kitchenette area ($40 additional fee if you do not wash and put away the few plates, glasses and cups) felt unwelcoming when taking into consideration the rate we paid for the room. No room cleaning provided during your stay. Overall, not our “cup of tea”, but everybody’s experience may be different.

8

Blair

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely grounds, room was pretty good, walls are not sound proof at all, could hear our neighbors without a problem, don’t go planing to do any meals as there is nothing but a microwave and a bar fridge, only dishes are cups and glasses, no cutlery.

10

Linda

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

So cozy. So whimsical. So friendly.

10

Judith

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely little bnb. The room was comfortable and a refrigerator was welcome.

10

Kaylun

24 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was super cozy! Would definitely come back again!

8

Navjot

2 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was spacious and lovely.

10

Marcel

7 Dec 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

We enjoyed our week at Wisteria. Our bed and room was comfortable. Steve the cat was always there to greet us. The common area is a great place to have a cookie or a tea/coffee. We sometimes got food to go and enjoyed our meal in the common area. There is a high likelihood of meeting other guests to exchange notes about SSI. The communication with Wisteria was clear that they prefer self check in with many directions of what is expected of guests. We met Kim at check in and Len a few days later. Coming and going as we pleased was nice. The rooms aren’t sound proof so others’ comings and goings also are heard. All in all, it’s a nice place that we’d return to next time in SSI

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Service

Hosts are consistently friendly, helpful, and responsive, with clear communications and smooth self check-in; some guests were accommodated for early arrival. Overall interactions feel warm and welcoming.

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Teri Paige

4 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly, helpful host. Lovely room. Amazing lounge area in main guest house. This place has loads of character. And of course, Steve the resident cat. I highly recommend staying here

10

Charles H

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice place within easy walking distance of the town of Ganges (good restaurants there) and a full service grocery store. Interaction with one of the owners (Len?) was so pleasant!

10

Lorraine

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a great little get away. So quaint and cozy. Easy to communicate with also. Thanks Len & Kim

10

Barbara

17 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Online check in. Requested early check in and was accommodated.

10

Isabella

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wisteria is a fantastic get away, and the atmosphere and amenities are incredibly relaxing. Staff are super nice and informative, and the location is close to the Ganges town. Be sure to say hello to Steve the cat :3 Steve was a great and cuddly host! 11/10 would stay again.

8

Diana

24 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in and check out. Lots of correspondence from hosts with regards to check in procedure, bike storage, etc. lovely large common area room with comfy furniture, books, games, puzzles, coffee/tea station, Homemade cookies, fridge and microwave. Lovely deck and grounds. Very central location to Ganges centre, wineries, cideries, spa, restaurants, pubs, shopping, churches….

10

Maria

16 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing place; wonderful hosts

10

Sarah

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at Wisteria for two nights and had a great time. It is a very clean, cozy and comfortable space. Len greeted us upon our arrival and the check in process was very easy. I had spoken to Len a few days prior as I was having issues with the ferry schedule and he offered solutions to help. The guest house is a short walk to the main area of the island where you can find many stores and restaurants, as well as the Saturday market. We had a great stay and would certainly come back in the future.

10

Danielle

6 Apr 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The hosts were very warm and kind. Lovely property!

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Fiona

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful room, and very nice lounge area. Staff were very accommodating. Good cookies :)))

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Location

Walkable to Ganges shops and restaurants, yet set on a quiet side street that feels peaceful. Also convenient for exploring the island and nearby trails, wineries, and markets.

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Charles H

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice place within easy walking distance of the town of Ganges (good restaurants there) and a full service grocery store. Interaction with one of the owners (Len?) was so pleasant!

10

Todd

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful grounds. Quaint, cozy rooms. Friendly staff. Walkable to Ganges.

10

Petronella

21 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location walking distance to town.

10

Gord

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous oasis on the edge of busy Ganges

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David

27 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was our first time at Wisteria, very pleased overall with the location and the facility. Less than a ten minute walk into town.

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Diana

24 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in and check out. Lots of correspondence from hosts with regards to check in procedure, bike storage, etc. lovely large common area room with comfy furniture, books, games, puzzles, coffee/tea station, Homemade cookies, fridge and microwave. Lovely deck and grounds. Very central location to Ganges centre, wineries, cideries, spa, restaurants, pubs, shopping, churches….

10

James

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice location on a side street. Peaceful and relaxing. Nice people and nice cat.

10

Maxeen

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect spot close to town and easy drive to trails and things to do nearby. Will absolutely come back!

10

John

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice quiet place to stay while on Salt Spring Island. Love the cookies, fruit and coffee in the common area. Walking distance to Ganges.

10

Abigail

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect stay on Salt Spring Island! Walkable to all the Ganges shops, lovely quiet stay in a cute neighbourhood. Would recommend 😊

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Dining

Several reviews praise the breakfast as delicious and generous. The lounge offers self-serve coffee and tea throughout the day, often with homemade cookies.

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Mairette

20 Apr 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Wisteria was a wonderful find. Quiet, somewhat quaint with lots of character, it’s the perfect weekend refuge. Great breakfasts too. I’d stay here again

10

MATTHEW

22 Sept 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing stay at Wisteria! Wouldn’t change a thing with this place, excellent staff and the breakfast was gourmet!

10

William

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quaint, quiet and clean. Buried in shrubs and flowers, the privacy is great. The main room is big and equipped with coffee, tea and cookies.

10

Susan

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

So cozy, and comfortable with a large open living room full of games, books and social areas. Tea cookies and coffee self service all day. Super clean and walkable to town. Great little cottage!

10

Jeanette

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely property, walkable to town. Nice touch with the coffee, iced coffee, and welcome cookies. I would stay here again. It was very cute! Walkable to town.

10

Dean

19 Oct 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Len and Kim were amazing. Breakfast was so good and hearty we did not have to eat until dinner. Bed and accommodations were the best. Will definitely be back here!

10

Theresa

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay at Wisteria, clean room, friendly house cat, nice guest lounge with coffee and tea. Outdoor garden lounge area is available as well.

10

John

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice quiet place to stay while on Salt Spring Island. Love the cookies, fruit and coffee in the common area. Walking distance to Ganges.

10

Fiona

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful room, and very nice lounge area. Staff were very accommodating. Good cookies :)))

10

Michelle

13 Jun 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a delightful place to stay! Our room was comfortable, dare I say cozy. The hosts were approachable and gave great instructions on the locale and expectations of guests. Our breakfast was fabulous, creative and "not the usual"! The property is gorgeous and within walking distance of the shopping area of Ganges. We will be back, bringing others with us!

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Garden View

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Garden View

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