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Shirewoods Farm

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· Nanaimo, Nanaimo, British Columbia
37 acres hosted by Bernadette P.
2 lodging sites
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Welcome to Shirewoods Farm! Unwind from the hustle of city life with a refreshing escape to the countryside. Shirewoods Farm offers a peaceful retreat where you can reconnect with nature, breathe deeply, and experience the rhythms of farm life firsthand. Our unique glamping stays let you relax in comfort, surrounded by fields, forests, and friendly farm vibes. Shirewoods is a working farm with goats, sheep, horses, pigs, ducks and chickens. Join us for a guided Farm Tour for a chance to meet the animals, and learn about our sustainability practices—including feeding livestock with rescued produce and brewery grain. For outdoor adventures, explore the 11 km of scenic trails next door in Hemer Provincial Park, or venture out to one of the 70+ hiking spots in the Nanaimo area. You’re also just minutes from WildPlay Nanaimo (zip lines, axe throwing, ropes courses) and the refreshing Nanaimo River swimming hole. Only 11 minutes drive to the Duke Point Ferry terminal. Come experience the charm of the farm, naturally.
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100% Recommend7 ratings · 6 reviews
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Jess H.
2 reviews
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· August 2024
We loved our stay! It was beautiful and had everything we needed. We loved the farm tour as well! Getting to meet and pet all the animals was definitely a highlight. . Highly recommend. 5 stars!
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Michelle K.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· April 2024
Bernadette is such an amazing host! She made sure we were comfortable and message communication was quick and clear. We loved the tranquille atmosphere of the farm with the beautiful view of animals walking around eating, swimming and playing. Having our dinner at the porch watching sunset was memorable. Farm dogs and cats were calm with our dog and playful. Experiencing collecting the eggs and petting the animals added another charm to the stay!
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Rachael T.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· September 2023
Dreaming of the Dome
Bernadette has a fantastic farm with beautiful animals. The dome I booked was filled with everything you could want and more! We were so well taken care of, it was PERFECT! The outdoor patio was beautiful to lounge and read my book on. The bed was beautifully made and so comfortable! It was a little chilly in the middle of the night, but that's camping! I spoke with Bernadette as we were meeting the animals in the morning and she explained all of the upgrades that she is planning and actively working on. I can't wait to come back and stay again! I'm dreaming of winter storms and that beautiful dome!
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Bryce P.
2 reviews
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· August 2023
This spot was absolutely incredible. It has every amenity you could ask for and more. The bed was very comfy, and it was a perfect spot for our pups. 10/10!
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Tal F.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· July 2023
Excellent Stay!!
We had an absolutely WONDERFUL stay here! Bernadette was super communicative both before the booking and while we were staying there. There was an unexpected heatwave and she went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable by bringing in extra fans. The space is super clean, very comfortable, easy to find. The location itself is lovely- we spent the evening watching ducks wander by, and we woke up to the sound of a rooster and horses and goats mozeying about. It's also convenient to a great pub, The Crow and the Gate, which I highly recommend. 10 out of 10! Would definitely recommend!
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Amelia J.
2 reviews
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· July 2023
City escape with adorable animals!
I loved staying here! The hosts are so welcoming and clearly are so grateful for their beautiful property. The dome was so comfortable and had everything we needed. There’s a swimming spot 5 minute drive away and if you ask, they’ll gladly show you all the farm animals and you may be able to collect eggs or hold a baby goat. Its very evident they take good care of their livestock. My favourite part was the quietness. Away from the city, amazing stars, pure quietness. It’s perfect!
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Nanaimo, Nanaimo, British Columbia, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Snuneymuxw, and Quw’utsun First Nations according to
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Hosted by Bernadette P.

Joined in June 2023
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