Poets Cove Resort & Spa: Simply inspiring

Hush. Do you hear that? It’s the sound of tranquility, the whisper of inspiration, and it’s emanating from Bedwell Harbour on Pender Island.

Opened in 2004 and named for the numerous professions of love and marriage proposals that have marked the spot, Poets Cove Resort & Spa on Pender Island has become one of the most desirable destinations in the Pacific Northwest for leisure guests, small meeting and incentive groups, and mariners. Surrounded by old-growth Poets Cove is designed to capture ocean views
from every vantage pointforests, secluded beaches, nature and wildlife, Poets Cove is a mix of pristine wilderness and elegant sophistication, architecturally designed to capture ocean views from every vantage point.

First-class luxury awaits in the Arts & Craftsstyle main lodge, an intimate cottage or a deluxe two- or three-bedroom villa. This magnificent resort caters to your every desire with a fine dining room and lounge, the 120-seat Sea Glass Ballroom, and Susurrus Spa with eucalyptusinfused steam cave. There’s also an activity centre, fitness centre, two outdoor heated pools and hot tubs, a tennis court and waterfront plaza and promenade.

Praised as one of the top ten anchorages in the Western Hemisphere, Poets Cove offers a 110-slip, deep moorage marina and shopping at Moorings Market. Recreational activities include fishing, sailing, world-class scuba diving, whale-watching, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, cycling, trail walks, disc golf and a 9-hole executive golf course. Culture enthusiasts can take an eco-tour to local wineries and galleries.

Poets Cove offers some great packages. Their Celebration package starts at $659 and is based on double occupancy in a lodge room with fireplace, balcony and ocean views. Two nights accommodation, $100 Resort Dining credit, $150 Spa or Activity credit, a bottle of bubbly, chocolate truffles and fresh flowers are all included. (Taxes are extra. Package subject to availability.)

*Photography courtesy of Poets Cove Resort & Spa