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The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods.

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom28 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods.

The Wobbly Hobbit is a unique example of a sustainable construction method using clay, straw and sand that has been hand sculpted to build this gem in the forest. An accessible living roof is a great place to spot the deer that meander through the forest. The studio has a functional kitchen, double bed and seating for the streaming TV service and is steps away from the detached bath house that houses a sink, composting toilet and a wine barrel shower. Have a hot tub after a full day of taking in the sights of the beautiful Cowichan Valley. Golf, beaches, wineries, totem tours, hiking trails, mountain biking, superb dining and numerous other activities await. Victoria is a 45 minute drive and is accessible with daily bus service.

Property manager

Brent Harrison

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Use of the wood stove is prohibited in summer months due to fire restrictions. Written approval is required.
No food bits down the sink. Please wipe plates and place paper towel in stainless compost bucket on windowsill.
Use toilet paper sparingly please. The carbon level it provides the composting process is high.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: I do have a cat that likes to visit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number H209154658

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Old Mill Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mill Bay Centre - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Kinsol Trestle - 16 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bridgemans Bistro - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods. located?

Situated in Shawnigan Lake, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Shawnigan Lake Museum, West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, and Kinsol Trestle. Old Mill Park and Old Baldy Mountain Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Wobbly Hobbit- a unique earthen cabin in the woods. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

behnam d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful and really Environmental friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time at the Wobbly Hobbit. So homey and funky. The perfect place for a quiet get-away. I will return, I'm sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space, very unique place, it feels like you're sleeping in the forest but in the comfort of the studio. Lots of windows and beautiful space to sit and enjoy the outside as well. Was a wonderful get away with my 6 year old daughter to connect and get out of the city. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wobbly Hobbit delivers

Such an adorable place. And the unique building style kept us cool on hot days. The host was friendly and attentive but not intrusive. A tiny home takes a bit more work because there's not a lot of room to spread things out but everything we needed was there. The composting toilet is awesome but a bit awkward for anyone with mobility issues. I plan to return here very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025