OCEAN WILDERNESS INN
Where Old-Growth Forest Meets the Pacific
16+ Adult-Only Property | FULL BUYOUTS AVAILABLE
A Five-acre Forested Estate & Private Beach Trail
Wander down our private hiking trail through a canopy of fir and cedar to the rugged edge of the Salish Sea. Follow the stream by the path as it spills over ancient driftwood to meet the tide-worn shoreline—a wild, ever-changing landscape where the forest floor transitions into the Pacific.
2026 marks our 40th anniversary. Originally opened in 1986, Ocean Wilderness Inn has served as a coastal refuge for four decades. Our original 1960s log cabin remains the heart of the estate, serving as the gathering place for our artisan breakfast experience.
16+ Adult-Only Property. Our guest suites are reserved for travellers aged 16 and older to preserve the quiet, restorative atmosphere of the estate. Families with children of all ages are welcome exclusively through our Full House Buyout option, which provides private access to all suites and grounds.
Relax, retreat & unwind at Ocean Wilderness Inn, where deep restoration and quiet immersion prevail —here, you are truly ‘West of the West Coast.’
The Experience
Ocean Wilderness Inn features eight signature suites designed for privacy and immersion in the rugged West Coast landscape. Choose from oceanfront suites with unobstructed Pacific views or forest suites overlooking our lush, private grounds—each with a private entrance and en-suite bath.
Guests can unwind in the cliffside hot tub perched high above the Salish Sea, wander down to the water for a refreshing dip, or simply settle into the quiet rhythm of the coast. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a full-property buyout for a retreat, gathering, or intimate wedding, the inn offers a secluded, unforgettable setting truly “West of the West Coast.”
Experience The Wild West Coast
The southwest coast of Vancouver Island is a landscape of extremes—from the quiet of old-growth rainforests to the raw energy of the Salish Sea. Use the Inn as your base to explore the hidden gems of Shirley and Sooke.
Spend your days beach-combing for ancient driftwood, hiking the world-renowned Juan de Fuca Trail, or surfing the breaks at Jordan River. Visit the Shirley Sunday Market for a taste of local culture, or simply find a quiet spot on our grounds to paint, meditate, and reset. Here, the pace is dictated by the tide.
Adventure In The Forest
Wander through the mossy rainforests of Vancouver Island’s West coast, where each step reveals towering cedars, hidden waterfalls, and the rhythmic crash of the Pacific Ocean. Mist clings to ferns along mushroom dotted pathways, leading down to beaches strewn with driftwood, where the scent of salt and earth is in the air. Breathe it in!
Visit Local Spots
View the rugged beauty of the wild coastline from Sheringham Point Lighthouse.
Enjoy forest bathing on a walk through the Sooke Potholes park and enjoy the river pools and beautiful trails that surround it.
The serene trails of East Sooke Park are well maintained and connect with the Galloping Goose Regional Trail.
Explore The Beaches
Choose a beach walk and a forest walk – you can combine the two! Heading West on Highway 14 from Ocean Wilderness Inn, French Beach is the first one you will find.
Next is Sandcut Beach which has a lovely waterfall.
China Beach is a favourite, and has a large beach with some soft grey sand at the end of a gorgeous hike through the forest. Pack a lunch and go for the day!
Sombrio Beach is another favourite. Bring your surfboard or just enjoy watching the surfers, seals and sometimes killer whales!
Botanical Beach is up at Port Renfrew and well worth the drive. Try to plan your visit to be there at or around low tide, where you can see multitudes of sea life in the tide pools. If you are already here, you could keep driving across to Cowichan, and complete the beautiful Pacific Marine Circle Route.
Mystic Beach enchants with its waterfall cascading onto the sand, reachable by a winding forest trail lined with towering trees and suspension bridges.
Our Suites
Each of our eight unique guest suites is designed as a private sanctuary, blending the rugged charm of the West Coast with refined, modern comforts. Every suite features its own private entrance and en-suite bathroom, either a garden patio or oceanfront balcony, with select rooms offering deep soaking tubs for the ultimate forest-to-sea reset.
Thoughtful Amenities: Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, dedicated workspaces, and locally sourced products from Seaflora.
The Morning Start: A signature Artisan Breakfast is included with every stay, served in our historic log-cabin dining room.
16+ Exclusivity: We observe a mature atmosphere for individual travelers (16+). Our entire 5-acre estate remains available for Full House Buyouts, which welcome guests of all ages for private events and family gatherings.
Our Offerings
Amenities
- Hair-dryer
- Robes
- We are pleased to offer Seaflora products in all of our bathrooms (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap)
- Each suite has a 4.2 cu ft refrigerator, smart TV & desk
- Keurig or Nespresso coffee maker & electric kettle
- Coffee & tea
- Microwave, plates & cutlery available in common room
Sweet Dreams
- Spacious rooms
- Private ensuite bathrooms
- Beautiful views
- Super comfortable beds with pillow top mattresses, luxury hotel pillows & linens, all clean and crisply presented from our commercial laundry partner
Relaxation
- Super large soaker tubs in several rooms
- Spectacular views of the forest, gardens, Olympic Mountains & Salish Sea
- Hot tub overlooking the ocean & private hiking trail to the beach (Orveas Bay a.k.a. Muir Creek Beach)
- Corkscrew & wine glasses
Security
We have 24 hour video monitoring around the property. Ocean Wilderness Inn also has a commercial grade fire suppression (sprinkler) system in every room, as well as a 26kw backup generator to run the whole property in case of outage.
Retreats, Weddings & Groups
Ocean Wilderness Inn provides a breathtaking setting for retreats, weddings, and group gatherings, offering a peaceful atmosphere, cozy accommodations, and stunning West coast scenery. Whether you’re hosting a wellness retreat, an intimate wedding, or a special group getaway, the Inn provides the perfect space to relax, connect, and celebrate.
Retreats
Are you thinking of hosting a retreat on Vancouver Island? Ocean Wilderness Inn provides a breathtaking setting, offering a peaceful atmosphere, cozy accommodations, and stunning West coast scenery. Whether you are hosting a corporate team building retreat, wellness retreat, an intimate wedding, or a family reunion, Ocean Wilderness Inn provides the perfect space to relax, connect, and celebrate.
Weddings
Enjoy the intimacy of having your private wedding and celebration surrounded by nature, overlooking the Salish Sea, amidst the old growth trees. Create memories here at Ocean Wilderness Inn as you enjoy the crisp forest air, long beach walks, and starry nights.
Groups
If you’re travelling as a group, Ocean Wilderness Inn provides a haven to retreat to for your entire group. We’re happy to accommodate group reservations. Catering options available.
