Vancouver's closest seaside getaway! Since 2022
Between Belcarra & Port-Moody
Who are we?
Cape Carraholly Retreat, Vancouver area’s previous best kept secret, has emerged as a beloved vacation destination by both locals and international travelers alike. The property is accessible only by boat, creating both a fun adventure for guests to travel by sea, as well as immersion and reconnection to nature. The 75 acre oceanfront oasis is located within the jurisdiction of the City of Port-Moody and the border of Belcarra District in the Greater Vancouver area.
2
Years in Service
As of July 2024
1,500
Reservations
Guests Hosted
01.
Community
We host weddings, vacations, and festive gatherings for those seeking community.
02.
Nature
We charter boats, rent kayaks, offer hiking advice, and innovate eco-centric units for those seeking nature.
03.
Entrepreneurism
We collaborate and host film production and photoshoots for those seeking entrepreneurism.
The Retreat
Guests enjoy a well-deserved escape from the hustle of the city as they enter Cape Carraholly Retreat, located within the təmtəmíxʷtən/ Belcarra Regional Park, a 2, 700 acre regional park of the Great Bear Rainforest on the shores of the Indian Arm of the Burrard Inlet. Besides the endless hidden beaches to discover, diverse flora and fauna, and abundance of wildlife, the greatest beauty of Cape Carraholly Retreat is its versatility. Cape Carraholly Retreat embraces guests from all walks of life and provides endless opportunities to refuel the soul and make life-long memories. Forested canopies, panoramic ocean views, and starry skies fill every corner of the retreat with a touch of magic and mystique.
Our Units Include:
Four 3 bed & 2 bath lodges of 1, 300 sq. ft in size
Glamping units: Yurt, RV, and deluxe tent
Houseboat a.k.a. "The Floating Love Nest"
We have an empowering and resilient team culture enabling us to continuously seek opportunities for growth to ensure the highest quality service and experience for guests.
Our Guiding Principles:
-We are proactive to ensure exceptional guest service
-We are receptive to feedback and take accountability
-We operate within an international scale
-We are future-focused and strive for increased self-suffiency
-We support local economic development through business collaboration -We support guests' holistic wellness with nature
-We encourage mindfulness of environmental and wildlife conservation
-We do not just talk. We show up; we act
What do we stand for?
"Carraholly"
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The name “Carraholly” derives from the gaelic word “carra”, meaning “beautiful land”, and “holly,” since several holly trees have been planted on the property throughout the years. While you venture into the woods, see if you can spot the hollies scattered amongst the greenery.
Did You know?
British Columbia is the most biodiverse province or territory in Canada with over 50, 000 species of plants and animals in the beautifully interconnected ecosystems of the Great Bear Rainforest.
We would like to respectfully acknowledge that we carry out our business on the ancestral unceded homelands of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), and Stó:lō (Sto:lo) Peoples. We extend our gratitude to these Coast Salish Nations for their stewardship of the land, past and present, and the opportunity we have to work on this territory.