Victoria, BC, Canada Joan Browns Bed and Breakfast

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About Us

Magnificent Georgian Italianate architecture, spacious common areas and rooms with authentic Victorian decor, comfortable rooms with private baths, numerous fireplaces and beautiful stained glass.

Welcome to the Joan Brown's Bed and Breakfast

Magnificent Victorian architecture, spacious common areas and rooms with authentic Victorian decor, comfortable rooms with private baths, numerous fireplaces and beautiful stained glass.

The Great Room

Oozing with charm and sophistication and you will enjoy spending time looking through the stained glass windows.

Dine in Style

Enjoy the splendour of fine dining in these exquisite surroundings.

Heritage and History

The Priory was built in 1885 for Edward and Suzette Prior. Originally, the property consisted of more than four acres of wooded land carved from Gonzales Farm.

Heritage and History

The original staircase was built with light in mind, the lights shines through until sunset.

The Sunroom

The perfect way to sit and enjoy afternoon tea, the lights shines through until sunset.

A True Conversation Piece

The original stained glass has been photographed many times it sends rainbows of colour throughout the room.

Beautiful Interior Design

Joan is famous for her taste and sense of style and it shows inside of these remarkable bedrooms.

Devine Decadence

Relax and enjoy the comforts of a stately home while you enjoy your vacation.

Simple Elegance

Joan is a charming hostess with great flair and taste in interior design.

A Friend in the house

A wonderful friend wants to say hello and welcome you to his home.

A Chance to Relax and Enjoy

Beamed ceilings, highlighted with ornate plaster work, spacious, elegantly furnished sitting and dining rooms. Exquisite Spode table settings, outdoor patio seating in spring and summer months in our spacious traditional Victorian English garden. Read More >>

Location

In the prestigious Rockland area, close to public parks, golf and beaches. Walk to shops and restaurants there are plenty of activities and things to do. We are a stone's throw from Government House and historic Craigdarroch Castle. Only 30 minutes to BC Ferries and the Victoria International Airport. Read More >>

Captivating history

The Priory was built in 1885 for Edward and Suzette Prior. Originally, the property consisted of more than four acres of wooded land carved from Gonzales Farm. The 6,000-square foot, two-story rectangular structure is still mostly original and well maintained. Its high ceilings, eave brackets and shallow-pitched hipped roof are some of the permanent Italianate characteristics. However, even though the former wrought ironwork, canopies, trellises, sweeping driveway and acreage have gone, much of the inherent charm remains. Read More >>

OUR HISTORY	RESERVATIONS	GETTING HERE
Formerly known as the Priory House this magnificent home has a really interesting history. Click Image for More Information.	Joan would love to hear from you and discuss your reservation. Contact her using the numbers shown. Click Image for More Information.	We are located just a few minutes walk from the inner harbour and the downtown core of Victoria. Click Image for More Information.