When coming from Washington state, you have 4 different options for the ferry crossing:

  • Washington State ferries: Anacortes to Sidney. This is the shortest route when coming from Seattle. However, only a couple ferry crossings occur per day, so be sure to consult the schedule beforehand.
  • The Coho ferry from port angeles to downtown Victoria. This route may be convenient for travellers coming from the Olympic peninsula
  • BC Ferries: Tsawwassen - Shwartz Bay crossing. The Tsawwassen - Shwartz Bay ferry makes the most frequent crossings, leaving approximately every hour during daylight (please consult schedule.) This is often the most flexible route.
  • Victoria Clipper. This is a foot passenger only ferry from downtown Seattle to downtown Victoria. We can offer pickup from the ferry terminal in Victoria subject to prior arrangements.

We recommend taking the Anacortes - Sidney ferry when coming from the puget sound region.

Driving Directions from Seattle

  1. From Seattle, drive North on the I-5 approx 60 miles.
  2. Take exit 230 West onto ST-20 (Burlington / Anacortes).
  3. Continue on SR-20 approx 15 miles, following signs to the ferry.
  4. Take "Anacortes-San Juan Islands-Sidney" ferry. Consult schedule and make a reservation to guarantee availability (You can also take the ferry from Tsawwassen, BC which has more frequent departures -- Please see the directions from Vancouver).








  1. Follow Sidney ferry exit.
  2. Turn right onto 1st street.
  3. Proceed on 1st street 3 blocks. Turn Left (west) onto Beacon Avenue.
  4. Proceed on Beacon Avenue 4 blocks. Turn Right (north) onto Resthaven Dr.
  5. Proceed North on Resthaven Dr. approx 10 blocks.
  6. Turn left at Ardwell Avenue.
  7. At the first street on the right, turn right onto Simister Place. Proceed to the last house on the left.
  8. Arrive at The Bamboo House Bed and Breakfast - 10360 Simister Place.


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