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Malcolm Island is great for fish, sunsets, hiking, kayaking and more.
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Malcolm Island's main town, Sointula, was founded more than a century ago by Finnish settlers attempting to create Utopia in the wilderness. The settlement retains its idyllic atmosphere and many of the 800 present day residents live in former settlers' homes. The Sointula Museum provides a fascinating view of this area's history.
Sointula has art galleries and shops and sight-seeing highlights include the views and homes along Kaleva Road, Mitchell Bay, Pulteney Point Lighthouse and the beaches in Bere Point Regional Park and at Malcolm Point. The Beautiful Bay Trail provides 5 km (3 mi.) of wonderful hiking, as does the 3.5 km (2.2 mi.) Mateoja Heritage Trail.
Malcolm Island's harbour berths a commercial fishing fleet, pleasure boats, as well as visitors. There is a harbour facility with showers, laundry and public restrooms. The Island Co-operative Store at the ferry landing sells groceries and dry goods and has the Island's bulletin board. There are a gas station, gift and art shop, bakery and restaurant, garden shop, Credit Union and post office in the town. There are also a variety of accommodations on Malcolm Island.
Opportunities for whale watching and fishing, cycling, kayaking and sightseeing tours are available. The ferry to reach Malcolm Island runs from Port McNeill.
Just 2 1/2 hours north of Campbell River and a 30 minute ferry ride will bring you to the start of your Island Escape. Orca Lodge offers private and exclusive beachfront accommodation in sunny Sointula on Malcolm Island. Your suite at Orca Lodge is so close to the water that at high tide you will feel like you are floating on a boat. At low tide there is an abundance of sea life to discover.
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Downtown Sointula: 1.8km
This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Boasting panoramic sea views, this beachfront property is located on Malcolm Island just 100 m from Sointula ferry terminal. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. Port McNeil is a 30 minute ferry ride away. Guests can enjoy the beach views from their patio. Private bathrooms also come with a bath or shower. Select rooms offer a fireplace.
We are surrounded by forest and beachfront, remotely located on Donegal Head, Malcolm Island BC - 18km (11 mi.) from the village of Sointula. Our fully equipped self-Fully equipped self-contained Beach Cottage 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom up to four people. Ask about our weekly rates. Our guests get a free forge lesson with a 2 day stay. Direct access to the ocean for kayaks, canoes and beachcombing.
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