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SOLUNA · Trade Partners & Tour Operators
A property for the clients who want something more than a hotel.
An exclusive oceanfront estate 90 minutes from Vancouver. Intimate, private, and genuinely different — for travellers who have already stayed everywhere else.
4
Private suites
10
Max guests
90
Min from Vancouver
6.3
Private acres
Why Villa Sol
The closest wilderness reset to Vancouver. On British Columbia's Sunshine Coast.
Villa Sol is an exclusive oceanfront estate on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia — a property that consistently delivers the experience high-end travellers describe wanting but rarely find: genuine privacy, marine wildlife, and a setting that does the work without programming it to death.
It's 90 minutes from Vancouver Harbour by floatplane, 90 minutes door-to-door by BC Ferries — accessible enough to include in a Canada West itinerary, remote enough to feel like a world apart.
Setting
Low-bank oceanfront, Salish Sea
425 feet of private shoreline. 6.3 forested acres. Humpback whales and orca in the cove. Eagles nesting above the property.
Property
Over 5,300 sq ft, fully exclusive
Four private suites. Gourmet kitchen. Ocean hot tub and cedar sauna. Games lounge. Oceanfront experience room. Fire pits.
Exclusivity
Full property buyout only
Villa Sol does not operate as individual rooms. Every booking is a full estate reservation — your clients have the entire property to themselves.
Wellness
Live Raincoast whale detection station
On-property underwater hydrophone — guests can listen to humpback and orca communication in real time. A genuinely rare feature.
Vancouver Harbour to Sechelt, 25 min
Access
Harbour Air floatplane arrival available (approx. $275–$350 pp). BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay: 45-min crossing, 45-min coastal drive.
Rate Structure · CAD · Confidential
Full villa buyout — up to 10 guests.
All pricing in Canadian dollars. Villa Sol operates on a full buyout model only. Individual suite reservations are not available through the trade channel.
Direct or 20% Commission
Rack / Best Available Rate
$2,500
/ night CAD
Bookable direct or via 20% commission on rack. Operator earns commission post-stay. Guest pays rack rate. Suits operators who prefer commission-based billing.
Minimum Stay3 nights (Oct–May) · 7 nights (Jun 15–Sep 15)
Recommended4 nights for international programmes
Summer90-day advance booking required
Commission20% of rack rate, paid post-stay
Set Your Own Margin
Operator Net Rate — Preferred
$2,000
/ night CAD
20% below rack rate. Operator sets their own selling price and margin. Suits operators who prefer net pricing and full control over guest-facing rate presentation.
Net Cost to Operator$2,000/night
Your MarginSet by operator — rack is $2,500
Minimum StaySame as rack rate schedule
BillingNet rate invoiced directly to operator
Rates in Canadian dollars. Excludes applicable taxes, cleaning fees, catering, transportation, and third-party services unless specified. All pricing subject to availability and written confirmation from SOLUNA.
Commission Quick Reference
Net rate · $2,000/night · Commission · 20% of rack
Nights
Guest Pays (Rack)
Your Net Cost
Your Margin / Commission Earned
Suits
3 nights
$7,500 CAD
$6,000 CAD
$1,500 CAD
Off-peak Canadian groups
4 nights
$10,000 CAD
$8,000 CAD
$2,000 CAD
International programme standard
5 nights
$12,500 CAD
$10,000 CAD
$2,500 CAD
Extended wellness or creative retreat
7 nights (summer)
$17,500 CAD
$14,000 CAD
$3,500 CAD
Summer peak — whale season
Net rate and 20% commission are offered as alternatives — operator's choice. Commission paid post-stay upon receipt of invoice. Not combinable.
Availability Windows
Best booking windows for operator programmes.
Peak Season
Jun 15 – Sep 157-night minimum
Humpback whale season. Peak marine wildlife. 90-day advance booking required. Select 2026 dates still available. 2027 now open for committed partners — early access given to confirmed operators.
Primary Operator Season
Oct – April3-night minimum
Strong mid-week availability. Excellent for operators building flexible Canada West itineraries — particularly May and September when weather is reliable and the property is quieter than peak summer.
Shoulder Season
May · June · September3-night minimum
The strongest window for full buyouts, wellness retreats, and leadership programmes. More availability, flexible dates, and the dramatic Pacific winter light that makes the property look extraordinary on camera.
Committed partners receive early access to 2027 calendar dates. Inventory holds available during select seasons — inquire when making first contact.
Curated Guest Experiences
Add-ons to elevate your clients' stay.
Available subject to scheduling and advance notice. SOLUNA coordinates directly with the operator or travel manager to design the experience package for each group.
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Private Sound JourneyImmersive private or group crystal alchemy sound session led by resident practitioner Suzette Alvarez. Uses Crystal Tones® alchemy bowls in the oceanfront experience room. 60–90 minutes.
By inquiry · Subject to availability
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Thermal Wellness CircuitCedar sauna, ocean cold plunge, and oceanfront hot tub. Available daily, included with all villa stays. The most consistently described transformative feature of the property.
Complimentary · Included with all stays
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Floatplane ArrivalHarbour Air service from Vancouver Harbour to Sechelt — approximately 25 minutes. A genuinely memorable arrival for high-end clients. Can be coordinated with airport transfers in Vancouver.
Approx. $275–$350 pp · Harbour Air
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Wellness PractitionersAccess to a vetted network of massage therapists, Reiki practitioners, yoga teachers, craniosacral and somatic therapists. Sessions held at Villa Sol — guests never need to leave the property.
By inquiry · For multi-day programmes
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Private Chef & CateringPrivate chef services for group dinners, welcome evenings, or multi-day catering programmes. Local Sunshine Coast ingredients, oceanside dining. Coordinated through SOLUNA.
By inquiry · Third-party coordination
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Custom Retreat DesignItinerary co-design with the SOLUNA team for multi-day programmes — combining property experiences, local activities, wellness sessions, and free time in a format that serves your clients' specific needs.
By inquiry · Arranged in advance
Unique Asset
Villa Sol has an underwater hydrophone — a Raincoast live whale detection station positioned in the cove. On active days, guests can listen to humpback and orca communication below the waterline in real time. No other accommodation on the Sunshine Coast offers this. It is not programmable or guaranteed — which is exactly what makes it memorable when it happens.
Partner Benefits
What committed partners receive.
SOLUNA works with a limited number of trade partners in order to maintain service quality and booking integrity. Early engagement is the best way to secure preferred access.
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Net Rate or Commission — Your Choice
$2,000/night net, or 20% commission on $2,500 rack. Choose the model that suits your billing structure.
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Early 2027 Calendar Access
Committed partners have first access to 2027 dates before they are released publicly or listed on Airbnb.
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Inventory Holds
Ability to hold inventory during select seasons while client decisions are confirmed — subject to agreement.
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Itinerary Integration Support
SOLUNA works with operators to fit Villa Sol into Canada West or Pacific Coast programmes — timing, transfers, floatplane coordination.
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Guest Experience Design
Collaborative session and wellness design for multi-day programmes — curated around your clients' profile
and needs.
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Direct Access to Host
All bookings and enquiries managed directly by Suzette Alvarez — no booking intermediaries, no front desk.
Best Client Fit
Who Villa Sol is designed for.
— Luxury and experiential travel operators placing clients in Canada's Pacific Northwest
— Wellness and transformational travel specialists — sound healing, nature immersion, nervous system reset
— Corporate travel managers and executive retreat planners seeking alternatives to hotel conference formats
— Adventure and nature travel operators whose clients want proximity to marine wildlife without commercial tour formats
— Honeymoon and special occasion specialists — elopements, anniversaries, milestone celebrations
— International FIT (fully independent traveller) operators building bespoke Pacific Coast itineraries
— Incentive travel programme designers seeking unique Canadian properties for high-performing groups
Villa Sol does not suit operators placing high-volume, short-stay, or budget-conscious travellers. The property is curated, exclusive, and best experienced with guests who have time, intention, and genuine curiosity.
Property Specifications
The full picture — for itinerary planning.
Location
Halfmoon Bay, BCSunshine Coast, British Columbia. 1111-3 Sunshine Coast Highway. shíshálh Nation territory.
Property Size
5,300+ sq ftSix bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms across four private suites. 6.3 forested oceanfront acres.
Capacity
Up to 10 guestsFull property exclusive — no shared bookings. Four suites: Sky, Ocean View, Eagle View, Sea View.
Shoreline
425 ft privateLow-bank oceanfront on the Salish Sea. Direct beach access. Private cove — protected from open Pacific.
Wellness
Full circuitCedar sauna, cold plunge, ocean-view hot tub. Oceanfront experience room
Kitchen
GourmetDacor six-burner gas range, dual dishwashers, full professional prep setup. Indoor and outdoor
Vancouver Access
90 min totalBC Ferries: Horseshoe Bay to Langdale (45 min) + coastal drive (45 min). Floatplane: YVH to Sechelt
Wildlife
Year-roundHumpback and orca (peak Jun–Sep), sea otters, seals, bald eagles. Live Raincoast hydrophone on property.
Trade Enquiries
Let's talk about your clients.
Whether you're building a 2026 itinerary or exploring 2027, reach out with your client profile and travel dates. We'll confirm availability and discuss the right format for your programme.
Responses within 24 hours. Rate information on this page is confidential — please do not forward to guests.
Contact
Suzette Alvarez, Host & Founder
Phone
Website
Response
Within 24 hours for all trade enquiries