Who are we?
Our Mission
We’re Milly Woodward and Bill McGuire, founders of Outdoor Lovers Bed and Breakfast. Our journey began in Maple Ridge over 15 years ago, and in 2018, we decided to escape the Lower Mainland’s bustle and establish our dream B&B in Vancouver Island’s stunning Alberni Valley.
Outdoor Lovers B&B, a REAL bed and breakfast, offers breath-taking views of Alberni Inlet and serves as your perfect base for exploring Vancouver Island’s natural beauty. We’re surrounded by world class hiking trails for all experience levels and situated ideally between the Island’s East and West coasts.
Start your day with organic coffee or premium organic teas before venturing out to local attractions like the Stamp Long River Trail, Wildlife Recovery Center, majestic Cathedral Grove or the historic Alberni inlet trail. Return for a relaxing evening on our veranda watching the sunset over the mountains, or explore local dining gems like Little Bavaria or The Spice Hut.
Our amenities include excellent WiFi and healthy homemade breakfasts tailored to your dietary preferences. As passionate outdoor enthusiasts, we’re constantly exploring to discover new local adventures to recommend.
Milly’s friendly conversation creates the welcoming atmosphere that makes our B&B truly feel like your home away from home. In our dining room, you’ll meet fellow travellers from around the world, sharing stories and creating connections that may last a lifetime.
Welcome to Outdoor Lovers B&B—we can’t wait to meet you and help make your Vancouver Island experience unforgettable
Policies
When planning your stay at Outdoor Lovers Bed & Breakfast, be sure to consult our policies below. If you have further enquiries about your stay in historic Port Alberni feel free to contact Bill or Milly. We will be pleased to provide additional information to assist you in planning your West Coast excursion!
Reservation Policy:
- Reservations are required, and a two-night minimum is applies to Winnie’s Room & the Aerie during the Summer and Fall season. Outdoor Lovers, our 2 single bed room, is available for one-night bookings year around.
- Room rates vary by room and season. Please check availability calendar for up-to-date prices.
- Rates include a full breakfast and, on request, there are gluten and lactose-free options.
- Room Rates are subject to mandatory government (local, provincial and federal) taxes.
- Room rates are based upon the maximum occupancy of two persons per room for Winnie’s Room and Outdoor Lovers and maximum occupancy of 4 person’s in the Aerie.
- Payment in full is required at the time of the reservation.
- We require a home address, phone number, e-mail address and the names of all persons in your party upon registration or upon arrival
Cancellation Policy:
- For cancellations received more than 5 days prior to your arrival date, you will receive a full refund.
- For cancellations received less than 6 days prior to your arrival, the full amount of the reservation will be charged and is nonrefundable.
- Early departures or no shows are considered a cancellation and are treated within the described policy.
Check In/Check Out:
- Check-in is between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM, and check-out is 10:00 AM. With advance notice, special arrangements can be made for early and late check-ins.
Pet Policy:
- We do not allow pets in the Bed & Breakfast.
Smoking Policy:
- We do not allow smoking anywhere inside the Bed & Breakfast. Smoking is permitted on the grounds, and we ask that our guests be courteous to others when using outdoor areas.
Additional Policies and Restrictions:
- Parties and events are not allowed
- Quiet hours are between 9pm (21:00 hrs) and 8 am.
- We are happy to accommodate families with children. However we do NOT have child safety gates on stairways. Parents are responsible for all supervision of their children.
- For the safety of all guests, we do not permit candles, incense or open flames in the bedroom