Pack light when you come to Hastings House—you’ll find many essentials in your room. From the fluffy white robes and towels, to the slippers matched to your room décor, from the hair dryer and magnifying make-up mirror to the jumbo umbrella, we’ve thought of most things you’ll need during your stay.

From the ready laid fire in the hearth to the kettle, tea, cups and saucers for a “cuppa” any time of day, your room offers a warm welcome.

Essentials

In your Room

• luxurious amenities for the bath
  
• fluffy white robes and towels
• slippers matched to your room décor
• hair dryer and magnifying make-up mirror
• jumbo umbrellas
• iron and ironing board
• high-thread-count linens, eiderdown duvets and pillows for sweet dreams, and a lightweight blanket for those warm summer nights; on request, we will gladly provide synthetic duvets and pillows in place of down
• a mini-fridge to keep cream fresh for your morning brew or for your own beverages and snacks—let us know in advance if you wish us to stock your favourite beverages
• a kettle, tea, cups and saucers for a “cuppa” any time of day
• water and wine glasses, an ice bucket and ice close by
• a ready fire laid in the hearth
• emergency lighting which may be used as a rechargeable flashlight
• screened casement windows to let in the breezes as well as the views.

Refreshments and Activities

• Afternoon tea is available in the living room of the Manor House each afternoon.
• A morning hamper of freshly baked muffin and steaming coffee or tea will be delivered to your door each morning
• Should you wish other beverages or snacks 24 hours a day, your room key will let you into the Snug, a guest lounge with honour bar, internet access using our laptop or yours, a TV with DVD player and a selection of DVD’s, books, games and puzzles for quiet amusement.
• A picnic lunch may be ordered from the kitchen by 6 pm for the following day.
• We will stock your fridge with your favourite beverages if requested in advance. Otherwise, liquor stores are conveniently located across the street or in the village.
• Ice is available in the flower alcove opposite the Barn, or outside the Hillside suites.
• Complimentary fitness centre passes are available from Reception.
• Complimentary use of mountain bikes and helmets.
• Binoculars may be borrowed from Reception for bird watching.
• Complimentary Studio Tour and Outdoors on Salt Spring maps are provided in each room.
• Filtered water is available throughout your stay.
• iPods, docks and music lists are available for sign-out at reception.
  

Housekeeping

Our housekeepers will tidy your room at a convenient time between 8 am and 4 pm. You may call reception to arrange a time in advance. Or to let them know you are out, please “Put out the Cat.” If you do not wish to be disturbed, turn the cat over to display your WatchDog.

Your towels will be refreshed and your bed turned down for the night between 6 pm and 8 pm. You’ll find a small treat on your pillow to wish you sweet dreams.

Transportation and Parking

By prior arrangement, our driver and van will await your arrival at float plane or ferry docks to transport you and your luggage to Hastings House.

The village is a ten-minute stroll away, or you may take a 10-minute “cruise” to the centre of shopping and galleries aboard a passenger shuttle from the marina next door. We will fit you with mountain bikes and helmets for exploring more of the island, or you may rent a car at the marina. Clean and safe taxis are also available.

Parking is complimentary for your own car.

Safety

We have a safe in reception should you wish to lock up valuables. Salt Spring is generally safe, but streets are not well-lighted—reflective clothing and a flashlight (provided in your room) is recommended for nighttime strolls.