Lightwater Cove was born from a vision of harmony between luxury, nature, and spirit. What began as a dream of creating a place of beauty on Salt Spring Island has unfolded into a sanctuary where the ocean’s vastness, the forest’s stillness and the heart’s longing for renewal come together. We envision Lightwater Cove not merely as a luxury retreat, but as a living place of restoration: where every detail, from the artisan crafted design of our accommodations to the sound of the waterfalls in the gardens invites peace. Here, guests are welcomed into a space of timeless beauty and quiet care.
About
A UNIQUE BLEND OF NATURE, WELLNESS AND LUXURY
Our Story, Our Vision
Where Ocean Meets Shore
At Lightwater Cove, the meeting of ocean and shore is more than a view–it is a living rhythm. Each wave carries the vastness of the sea to the quiet embrace of the land, a timeless dance of movement and stillness. Here, guests are invited to pause, to breathe with the tides, and to feel the gentle reminder that all of life flows in cycles of return and renewal.
Discover an Island Sanctuary
Lightwater Cove gives you the best of both worlds: wild beauty and local culture. The land is surrounded by hundreds of acres of forest trails and a marine park reserve—and a rich array of Salt Spring Island-made food, wine, crafts and art.
Our Commitment to Nature
At Lightwater we have profound respect for the land and sea where we dwell—and for the people and animals that share it with us. On this working organic farm, “eco” is a way of life. Local artisans built Lightwater using energy-efficient and sustainably sourced materials, and the same care shows in everything we do, from managing water to benefit the community to offering island-crafted beds, breakfasts and bath products.
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Our Seasons
Spring
A destination for all seasons
Streams swelling with rain and southern exposure fills the land with sunlight in early spring, coaxing out crocuses and daffodils—followed by plum, pear, cherry and apple blossoms bursting all over the farm.
Our Seasons
Summer
A Destination for all Seasons
In summer—when not out hiking, wine-tasting or swimming—read a book in the shade of the laurel trees or lie on Ember’s Bridge and listen to the waterfalls.
Our Seasons
Fall
A destination for all seasons
Harvest season brings abundance from the farm, ripe fruit in the orchards and autumn colours in the maple trees. Head out to The Point and watch for black-tailed deer wandering the trails with their fawns.
Our Seasons
Winter
A destination for all seasons
Ocean light streams into the Salish Sea Atrium even in winter. Sip hot chocolate by the open stone fireplace, or venture out to the Cascade hot tub and watch the winds sway the cathedral firs.
Sustainability
At Lightwater Cove, sustainability is more than a commitment, it's a way of life.
Elevated Experiences, Gentle Footprints
Thoughtfully designed to honor the natural beauty that surrounds us, every detail of our resort reflects a deep respect for the environment. From locally sourced breakfasts to conservation driven experiences, we’ve created a sanctuary where luxury and eco consciousness coexist in harmony. Here, you can unwind in elegance while knowing your stay supports the preservation of our planet’s more precious resources.
Our sustainability features include:
Energy & Efficiency
- Electric car chargers available onsite.
- Premium levels of building insulation and heat pumps provide an energy efficient heating and cooling system.
- Passive solar hot water vacuum tubes on the roof, which heat both domestic hot water and in-floor radiant heating.
Water Conservation
- An extensive water conservation and circulation system collects water from an onsite seasonal creek into three reservoir ponds, connected by streams, which together can hold over 4 million gallons of surface water.
- Rain water storage system where rain water from all perimeter rooftop drains is collected and fed back into our 2 million gallon pond water storage system.
- A water storage pond system which collects rain water throughout the rainy winter season.
- Combined, these systems meet all outdoor water needs, including farm, garden irrigation, and pools.
Farm-to-Table
- Our onsite Lightwater Farm is vitalized by sustainable organic farming methods, including naturally sourced soil enhancers, a robust compost system, crop rotation and seed saving. Lightwater Farm produces vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers for Lightwater Cove guests and the community.
- Breakfasts featuring local farm sourced free range eggs and seasonal produce from Lightwater Farm and other local farms.
Natural Interiors
- Floors crafted from sustainably salvaged old-growth fir, repurposed from the trestles of a demolished Vancouver Island railway bridge, constructed in the early 1800s.
- Beds crafted from local and sustainably salvaged fir, cedar and maple wood.
- Mattresses topped with natural latex tree rubber and every bed features organic cotton linens.
- Complimentary natural bath products, made with natural, botanically sourced ingredients.
- Cleaning products are biodegradable and naturally derived.