ARLE CLARKE HOUSE
ARLE CLARKE HOUSE
Many well known Canadian and international writers, playwrights, theatre and visual artists have stayed at Earle Clarke House and you can read their comments in our guest book and see the photos they've given us in our front vestibule "Hall of Fame."
Our guests come from all walks of life and from every part of the world from Finland to Indonesia, New York City to Eyebrow, Saskatchewan.
We are a true bed and breakfast and like to spoil our guests with little extras and assistance with everything from beach towels and maps to dinner reservations and shopping suggestions. We are happy to arrange whale watching, kayaking and fishing tours and to assist with sightseeing, dining and shopping suggestions. Our guests enjoy Victoria's bike paths on our complimentary "bicycle built for two." We provide required helmets and secured bike lock-up close to the Inner Harbour.
Here are just a few of the comments our guests have written in our guest book:
"Your hospitality is as high as your ceilings"
R.S. Toronto, Canada
"Wonderful! Such genuine warmth, helpfulness and good humor. Plus creative food dishes and royal presentation at a truly magnificent table..."
C.K.and V.B., San Diego California
"Your beautiful house is full of love, laughter and thought-Thank you for treating me like a member of the family."
B.R. Toronto, Canada
"When I arrived at the mansion and there you were with your beautiful smiles and cookies... I thought "My God! I'm in a Merchant Ivory film!"
S.R. Vancouver, Canada
"What is gracious living? Surely it includes a beautifully aged home with leaded glass and deep-toned paneled walls. Surely it includes a collection of delightful, sometimes whimsical contemporary art. Surely it includes literate conversation and wonderful, imaginative meals. Mostly it includes being with hosts with a vibrant, outgoing appreciation of life..."
B.M. Seattle, Washington
"You were the perfect B&B hosts--charming, witty and oh so helpful. Dinner recommendations--whale watching, sightseeing, etc..."
P.G & J.C., Scotsdale, Arizona
"The breakfasts were wonderful, and that's coming from a girl who doesn't eat breakfast!"
L.A., Quesnel, B.C.
"You set the bar very high for our first B&B experience...Breakfast was superb and your advice on dining & local attractions was great."
D. & D.N., Xenia, Ohio
"The most deserving property of your house is your kind hospitality...We love [being] in Canada and stay[ing] with you."
K. & M.K, Tsi City, Japan
"...Thank you for being such fine hosts and helping us put our trip together. While we were out on the road we had a sense of 'when are we going home to Victoria' thanks to your warmth and hospitality."
L. & D. H., Telluride, Colorado
"We have thoroughly enjoyed staying in your beautiful home. We have felt like 'old friends' rather than B&B guests. You have recommended restaurants and places to visit we never would have discovered on our own. Truly a lovely three days."
J. & K. P., Calgary, Alberta
"What a fabulous three nights we have had here! Our honeymoon was really made by staying with you!! Thanks for everything -- we enjoyed ourselves so much! It wouldn't have been the same without this experience!"
C.C. and D.G., Tuscaloosa, Alabama
"What a delightful weekend! The house is wonderful, and we are so appreciative of your restoration. And the breakfasts! Not only delicious but the conversation was so entertaining that it was hard to leave the table."
BM, Houston, Texas
"Our time here exceeded all of our expectations! We enjoyed your hospitality, the conversation, the art, and the "home away from home" that you shared with us. I hope that we can return and stay longer."
T. M., Houston, Texas
"Thank you for opening your home and making our 1st anniversary amazing! This is what a B&B should be!"
A. & R. C., Seattle, Washington
"We stayed here at a time of stress and crisis...and found this a tranquil and healing place, filled with light and laughter and good conversation...You've combined many small touches of beauty and originality with a vision of b&bing that is as broad as the horizon we saw from our window..."
P. & J.L., Halifax, Nova Scotia
"We can confirm that your B&B is the best in Canada!"
S. & P.H., Adelaide, South Australia
