Horizons West
364 Marine Drive PO Box 39, Ucluelet, British Columbia V0R 3A0 Canada
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All that is missing....is You! Private, oceanfront accommodations on Little Beach Bay in Ucluelet BC. Come, let us spoil you with some west coast hospitality! Free parking, free WiFi and lots of relaxation included!
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364 Marine Drive PO Box 39, Ucluelet, British Columbia V0R 3A0 Canada
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Many aspects go towards making a B&B a wonderful place to stay but certainly who the host/ owner is, is right up there.
Horizons West has a host owner one gravitates towards. Jenn Nemis makes one feel immediately comfortable in her presence.
Add to this she & her brother, Richard, have loads of hosting experience, as they have owned their B&B for 24 years & with this fact one thus feels ever more comfortable one is in capable hands.
Horizons West is well located on Marine Drive, close to Little Beach, one of Ucluelet’s three beaches.
It is close to the ocean in the spectacular ocean village of Ucluelet — known to locals affectionately as Ukee — but also easy walking & driving distance to the many other treasures Ukee holds.
This includes the world renowned Wild Pacific Trail, the wonderful catch-&-release Ucluelet Aquarium, as well as the myriad good eateries this ocean village has. Just along Marine Drive is the Black Rock Ocean Resort, which has two places to eat, as well as a spa.
As a Ukee veteran, Jenn knows a good deal about Ukee & can offer useful advice.
Rates vary depending on the time of year.
One can feel confident that with Jenn at the helm of Horizons West it will be good value.
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Horizons West has a host owner one gravitates towards. Jenn Nemis makes one feel immediately comfortable in her presence.
Add to this she & her brother, Richard, have loads of hosting experience, as they have owned their B&B for 24 years & with this fact one thus feels ever more comfortable one is in capable hands.
Horizons West is well located on Marine Drive, close to Little Beach, one of Ucluelet’s three beaches.
It is close to the ocean in the spectacular ocean village of Ucluelet — known to locals affectionately as Ukee — but also easy walking & driving distance to the many other treasures Ukee holds.
This includes the world renowned Wild Pacific Trail, the wonderful catch-&-release Ucluelet Aquarium, as well as the myriad good eateries this ocean village has. Just along Marine Drive is the Black Rock Ocean Resort, which has two places to eat, as well as a spa.
As a Ukee veteran, Jenn knows a good deal about Ukee & can offer useful advice.
Rates vary depending on the time of year.
One can feel confident that with Jenn at the helm of Horizons West it will be good value.
Posted by S Fuller
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Tap Jenn for good local advice
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We stayed in the Den for four nights and had a lovely stay in this delightful seafront location.
The views are amazing and the decks are a great place to sit.
We were greeted by Richard when we arrived and he provided helpful information on the area and recommendations for local restaurants.
The Den is spacious and pleasant with its own private decking with sea view. There is an enormous and very comfortable shared lounge area with a further large decking area with seating and the most amazing sea views.
We were provided with an extensive and tasty breakfast each day.
This isn't a traditional B&B in that the breakfast arrived in our fridge during the day for the next morning leaving us the flexibility to eat it when we wanted. However it did mean that we had little contact with our hosts which some may find strange.
The only criticism of the Den was that it was rather dark and there wasn't a good light to read with.
However it is a wonderful retreat in a piece of paradise.
The views are amazing and the decks are a great place to sit.
We were greeted by Richard when we arrived and he provided helpful information on the area and recommendations for local restaurants.
The Den is spacious and pleasant with its own private decking with sea view. There is an enormous and very comfortable shared lounge area with a further large decking area with seating and the most amazing sea views.
We were provided with an extensive and tasty breakfast each day.
This isn't a traditional B&B in that the breakfast arrived in our fridge during the day for the next morning leaving us the flexibility to eat it when we wanted. However it did mean that we had little contact with our hosts which some may find strange.
The only criticism of the Den was that it was rather dark and there wasn't a good light to read with.
However it is a wonderful retreat in a piece of paradise.
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked here for two nights (June 29 & 30, 2016). We were greeted warmly by Richard. Part of the reasons that I booked this B&B was because on the listing here on tripadvisor, it listed "full breakfast ", and some reviews that I've read here saying "the best presentation in the stay is the breakfast presented by Jen."
However, they have recently moved to an "air B&B " model, which we realized only after we settled in. As an air B&B, this is a great place to stay, however, I would advise that the "free breakfast" be removed from the trip advisor site.
By the way, if you are lucky, you'll see eagles who nest in the tree next door. The view is spectacular!
However, they have recently moved to an "air B&B " model, which we realized only after we settled in. As an air B&B, this is a great place to stay, however, I would advise that the "free breakfast" be removed from the trip advisor site.
By the way, if you are lucky, you'll see eagles who nest in the tree next door. The view is spectacular!
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The lounge area was lovely to chill in along with the balcony. The views were lovely although the whole coastline here is beautiful and the views are not unique to this b & b. The breakfast were nicely presented and very tasty. We were a group of 4 and my husband and I had the downstairs room. On first looking it looked lovely, but staying in it is a different matter. It is dark and difficult seeing things in your suitcase. There are several lamps which all need turning on and even then it could be better. I appreciate they don't want to alter the character of the property but higher wattage bulbs might help The curtains look lovely when pulled back and dressed but are a long way from covering the window. I wasn't quite sure if we were supposed to unknot the net type curtains at the side or if they were just for decoration So when changing in the room you need to make sure there is no one outside in the garden and at nightime there will always be part of the window uncovered.The bathroom is acceptable and clean but basic. It was difficult to dry the towels.
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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My wife and I had the pleasure of spending 5 nights in "The Den" at this B&B. The accommodations were great... and the view was spectacular!
As a host, Jennifer was top notch! She was super-friendly, gave great dinner recommendations, told funny stories...and was a perfect spokesperson for Canada to all the other foreign tourists that stayed there too. And, her morning breakfasts were tasty, delicious, works of art. She definitely knows a thing or two about dining.
The best thing about this place was that is pretty much felt like a "home", as opposed to a separate suite in some odd hotel. Of all the B&B's I have stayed in, this is the first time I ever really felt comfortable using the common area... and even spent some time out there in the afternoons & evenings drinking wine and staring out to sea.
Luckily it's close enough to walking trails as well as the "city centre". Ucluelet's a small, blue-collar town, so it's not really difficult to see everything while driving up & down the main road. For a lazy vacation, take the time to walk around and get a feel for the town. This B&B is close enough to be convenient, yet still removed enough to be "off the beaten" path and feel comfortably disconnected.
As a host, Jennifer was top notch! She was super-friendly, gave great dinner recommendations, told funny stories...and was a perfect spokesperson for Canada to all the other foreign tourists that stayed there too. And, her morning breakfasts were tasty, delicious, works of art. She definitely knows a thing or two about dining.
The best thing about this place was that is pretty much felt like a "home", as opposed to a separate suite in some odd hotel. Of all the B&B's I have stayed in, this is the first time I ever really felt comfortable using the common area... and even spent some time out there in the afternoons & evenings drinking wine and staring out to sea.
Luckily it's close enough to walking trails as well as the "city centre". Ucluelet's a small, blue-collar town, so it's not really difficult to see everything while driving up & down the main road. For a lazy vacation, take the time to walk around and get a feel for the town. This B&B is close enough to be convenient, yet still removed enough to be "off the beaten" path and feel comfortably disconnected.
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Date of stay: July 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: There are two rooms on the upper main floor, "Eagle's Nest" and "The...
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I can't think of enough amazing things to say about this place. Myself and my boyfriend stayed here towards the end of our Canada trip during the summer of 2013. We stayed with Jennifer for three nights. If you're in doubt of where to stay in Ucluelet this is your place. It was fantastic. We had the downstairs room as Jennifers other rooms were fully booked. I loved this room. It was in the basement but very well lit and so spacious with its own kitchenette area. The shower was amazing and after a day of whale watching it was very welcome. The view is spectacular and you have a second door that you can go out and have wander out into the small garden and take in the beautiful sea views. Jennifer was so accomodating advising us on places to visit and booking us whale and bear watching and also suggesting places to eat. She did not disappoint the food in the places she suggested were fabulous we went back to each TWICE.... but these paled in comparison to Jennifers breakfast. I have never seen such a spread. It was gorgeous and lots of it. We never wanted for anything she was always on hand. She even packed us a little lunch bag on the day we were leaving and was so helpful when I had some banking issues and offered her number for when I got back to Ireland if I still had issues. She also has an amazing vineyard in Kelowna which we were gutted not to know about when we had been in Kelowna. Thanks for helping us end our trip on a massive high Jennifer!!!! Best of luck with your amazing b and b and thanks for taking so much time with your guests. As an avid traveller it really does mean a lot. I will be advising anyone who ventures to Vancouver Island to make sure and stay in Horizons. And massive apologies for taking so long to write this,
Anny and Donal from Dublin
Anny and Donal from Dublin
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Date of stay: August 2013Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: The rooms upstairs are brighter but I loved the cosiness of the downstairs room. It looks...
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I know jenny will be disappointed but I must agree with everything "StanNorthants" has said. We were unfortunate to arrive moments after some other guests and were relegated to the downstairs room. Jenny was not there that evening. We were shown the sitting room the library and the other two rooms upstairs and they are beautiful as described by other guests. I am sure their reviews are appropriate for these rooms.
We were then led outside and down a damp dark passage to a room underneath. The contrast could not be greater. It was damp dark and dingy and had an untidy overgrown and uneven outside area with only a small glimpse of the sea. The description of Stan below is entirely accurate. This was the worst accommodation we had in Canada during a 3 week trip and we were doubly disappointed because of the good reviews and description given by our travel agent who I believe has since discussed this issue with the owners and local agent in Canada.
We decided to put up with it for the night and spent the evening in town. Next morning we met the host for the first time and told her our feelings, she was clearly upset at what we said and told us nobody else had said anything bad about the room, which in view of the review posted on 21st September-8 days before we arrived is puzzling.
We realised that one of the upstairs rooms would be free the next day and asked to move there to be told that those guests had prebooked that specific room(I wonder why!)
To be fair to Jenny she immediately arranged alternative accommodation for us in some nearby accommodation (The Cabins, Terrace beach-fantastic). We moved and were set up there within 2 hours, so some hassle but problem solved for us.
However jenny you need to sort out that room, its is not fit for purpose.
We were then led outside and down a damp dark passage to a room underneath. The contrast could not be greater. It was damp dark and dingy and had an untidy overgrown and uneven outside area with only a small glimpse of the sea. The description of Stan below is entirely accurate. This was the worst accommodation we had in Canada during a 3 week trip and we were doubly disappointed because of the good reviews and description given by our travel agent who I believe has since discussed this issue with the owners and local agent in Canada.
We decided to put up with it for the night and spent the evening in town. Next morning we met the host for the first time and told her our feelings, she was clearly upset at what we said and told us nobody else had said anything bad about the room, which in view of the review posted on 21st September-8 days before we arrived is puzzling.
We realised that one of the upstairs rooms would be free the next day and asked to move there to be told that those guests had prebooked that specific room(I wonder why!)
To be fair to Jenny she immediately arranged alternative accommodation for us in some nearby accommodation (The Cabins, Terrace beach-fantastic). We moved and were set up there within 2 hours, so some hassle but problem solved for us.
However jenny you need to sort out that room, its is not fit for purpose.
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Date of stay: September 2011Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Important, specify Upstairs room only.
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First of all, it has to be said that Jennifer is a lovely warm person and a good hostess. However, we chose bedroom Coulsons Cove to stay in for 4 nights and what a terrible mistake. It was located directly under Eagles Nest and you could hear everything going on above. The entrance to the room was down a dingy damp alleyway lined with shrubs which needed cutting back. There was just a glimpse of the ocean view and the room was so dark it needed bright lights, but instead had dim ones. The bathroom was so small it was difficult to dry oneself off after a shower which which was a very small cubicle. The bed was large and comfortable but the fittings tired and outdated. The bedroom was not absolutely clean. I dropped something which fell under the bed and it couldn't have been cleaned under there for years. Also the rubbish bins in the bathroom and kitchen area were not emptied during our stay. The guest lounge was lovely but our overall impression was that Jennifer needs someone to help with the cleaning and the gardening, which also needed attention. Far from luxurious as stated on the website. One other thing, why no conserves at breakfast?
We had great expectations of Horizons West but it was our most disappointing accomodation on our Canadian tour but with perhaps the best location.
We had great expectations of Horizons West but it was our most disappointing accomodation on our Canadian tour but with perhaps the best location.
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Date of stay: September 2011Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: The Den looked far nicer and appeared to have been updated
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Response from HorizonsWest, Owner at Horizons West
Responded Oct 8, 2011
Response from Owner: Thank you for your feedback. We are always striving to improve our guest experience and welcome constructive criticism as well as all of the wonderful comments that guests have taken the time to write. I would like to respond to this post as I was heartbroken to read that these guests did not enjoy their stay at our home. Horizons West Bed & Breakfast is a brother and sister team, which has been in operation for almost 9 years now. Over the years we have been so lucky to have met and hosted many wonderful people from all over the world. We have also come to enjoy the many repeat guests that stay with us year after year. Our single most important goal, is to ensure that each and every one of our guests are welcomed into our home, treated like family, and provided a warm, comfortable place to lay their heads after a long day exploring, enjoying and revelling in the magnificent coastline that is the Pacific Rim and the many activities and outdoor adventure that this area of Vancouver Island offers. I remember these guests very well. I welcomed them into my home warmly and felt an instant connection as they had a great sense of humour. I gave them an abundance of information on what to see and do in the area, many recommendations on great places to eat in town, made dinner reservations, called taxi cabs to ensure a safe ride home as we had seen a cougar in the area!, ensured that I accommodated a medical condition that one of the ladies had for breakfasts and told them to please make themselves at home. I showed them to their rooms and generally felt that they seemed happy with the house and especially with our open ocean views. The room that these guests were staying in is on the lower level of our home. The picture on our website looks exactly as it does in person. It is a darker room, with hand split redwood cedar walls, a private entrance, private bath a king sized bed, kitchenette, and a view of Little Beach Bay and the open Pacific Ocean right in front of our home. We live in Canada’s only rainforest. Our home is an older home and rustic in nature, as the entire home is built out of cedar logs. The home was built in the 1970’s by Canadian artists. We are surrounded by Cedar trees over 70 years old, and those who live here know that our greenery grows twice as fast, and is twice as large, as anywhere else in the country. We just love the cabin in the woods feeling that home evokes. We live “on the edge” and the house reflects that. The walkway down to the room is not a dingy alley as suggested; rather it’s a shortcut under the main set of front door stairs, down to the ground level of the home. There are front porch lights as well as a very large flood light right outside the room which I always suggest to guests to leave on when they leave at night so that they have no problems when they return in the dark. I have taken this comment seriously and have purchased new flood lights to light up the area under the deck which can be dark. During our busy summer months, our area sees over 1 million visitors. We host a house of 12 people a night and we are very busy. We pride ourselves on making time for our guests and sometimes that comes at a cost of not having as much time to prune, garden and cut back trees on our 1 acre property. We have started our fall cleanup and will be removing all trees and shrubs that have grown over the summer that could interfere with any walkways, or common areas of the home. We will be putting in new light fixtures, new furniture and linens, and a brand new window to let in some more natural light. You are always at a disadvantage in terms of light, in lower level rooms on the west coast. Given that we don’t get very much sun to begin with, and in trying to maintain the character of the home (i.e., no drywall) this is a challenge. But we are always up for the challenge! I cannot apologize for the bathroom size as I have stayed in rooms in very upscale, historic homes throughout Canada and Europe that are much smaller that this one. It has a 6.5 foot shower stall, a small vanity and toilet. The room is 300 square feet. The linens on the bed are 1200 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, a feather/goose down duvet and the bed it fitted with lots of pillows and blankets for comfort. Because of the down feathers in the duvets, we do notice that the feathers after a couple of nights will collect under the bed. I am so sorry that these guests felt that it was dirty, but can assure all readers that it had certainly not been years since it had been cleaned. It is thoroughly cleaned after each and every stay. I can only hope that the other 47 guest comments will re-iterate the fact that the home is kept very clean. I take much pride in keeping my home and guest rooms immaculate and cleaning is a top priority for me. In the 9 years in business, I have never had a guest complain about the cleanliness of our home. I am very picky about this aspect. If I had missed something, like the garbage in the bathroom, I would have really appreciated if these guests would have said something to me so that I could rectify this small problem while they were here. As for the “conserves” at the breakfast table. We have always been noted as serving a beautifully presented, healthy; "good for you" breakfast. We serve soufflés, Scotties nest eggs, french toasts, quiches. It is rare that our breakfast dishes are served with toast as we do not do traditional bacon and egg breakfast. Again, had these guests just simply asked for jam or jelly, I would have been more than happy to provide that to them. We did however; cater to a diabetic diet with specially bought syrups, yogurts and fresh fruit. In our small town of 1,500 people with limited resources, catering to special diets come at an additional cost to the innkeepers. During their stay, these guests enjoyed the common lounge; I made a nice fire in the living room for them to relax by and enjoy the view, and remember our talks together fondly. I remember laughing and really enjoying their company. I thought that they were enjoying themselves as well. Upon checkout, I hugged the women goodbye and wished them all the very best on the rest of their Canadian holiday. You can imagine how heartbroken I was when I read this terrible review. As innkeepers, we strive to ensure and provide a phenomenal experience, with life long memories that they will remember and cherish for years. I sincerely wish that these guests would have said something to me, while they spent 4 days in my home laughing and chatting, that they were this unhappy. I wish I would have had a chance to rectify any problem they had, while there were actually here. It’s so unfortunate that they felt they needed to write a review here instead of talk to me in person so I at least would have had a chance to make things right for them. We have just finished a very busy season; we ran a full house from May 1st to October 6th of this year. I would like to thank you again for your feedback and to let you know that we are working very hard this winter to fix and rectify any problems with light, moisture and sound that this room may have. We also hope that all readers please take the time to read the many wonderful comments that our satisfied guests have made over the years. We love our job and continue to do the very best to ensure a wonderful experience on Canada’s wild west coast! Sincerely, Jennifer Nemis Horizons West B&B.
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My husband and I travelled up from Seattle via Victoria to beautiful Ucluelet. The drive itself was spectacular. It was my first time on the island or the area and we loved it! Our room at Horizons West overlooked a scenic bay with a private bath. It was misty in the morning and made for a very dramatic view. Our hosts Jennifer and Richard served up a grand breakfast and treated us royally! Thanks for a great time and I hope to return some day.
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Date of stay: October 2006Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Our family spent 4 nights at Horizons West. We were blown over as soon as we arrived when we were greeted by a friendly neighbourhood deer, then by the view that took our breathe away when we walked into the main house.
Richard was the perfect host. He told us about great hikes, where to find the best pizza and even helped us set up a wine tour with his sister company in Kelowna. It was the most relaxing vacation we've had. Can't wait to book again.
Richard was the perfect host. He told us about great hikes, where to find the best pizza and even helped us set up a wine tour with his sister company in Kelowna. It was the most relaxing vacation we've had. Can't wait to book again.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: there's no such thing as a bad room here
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Hello! I'm so sorry, we are fully booked for the nights that you have requested. We hope that you enjoy your time in Ucluelet and will consider us for next time.
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Please email or phone us directly to get more information on our property.
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Contact Jennifer directly
Hello Elodie,
Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately, we are fully booked. We hope you enjoy your time in Ucluelet!
Warm regards
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CanadaBritish ColumbiaVancouver IslandAlberni-Clayoquot Regional DistrictBarkley SoundUcluelet
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Frequently Asked Questions about Horizons West
Which popular attractions are close to Horizons West?
Nearby attractions include Ucluelet Aquarium (1.0 km), Amphitrite Point Lighthouse (1.2 km), and Reflecting Spirit Gallery (0.9 km).
What are some restaurants close to Horizons West?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pluvio Restaurant, Heartwood Kitchen, and Jigger's.
Does Horizons West have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.