We happened upon ThistleDown House luckily while searching for a nice quiet place to stay during our vacation in Vancouver, BC. Rex and Ruth were very welcoming, informative, and helpful and their home/B & B was as sophisticated and warm, charming and comfortable and phenomenal as any we have ever experienced. Breakfasts were amazing. The beds were comfortable, and it... More

We really enjoyed our two night stay at ThistleDown House. It was right beside a bus stop where we took at 10 minute ride to Grouse Mountain. We went snowshoeing for the first time! The breakfast at ThistleDown was excellent, and even though we had to leave the second morning before 6am, they arranged a cab to pick us up... More

We arrived to be greeted by Rex and Ruth as if we were part of the extended family, The room was bright and comfortable and the bathroom spotless and tidy. As was the beautiful decor throughout the property. We were introduced to the other guests and settled in for some amusing anecdotes from all assembled, lubricated by mine-host's largess. We... More

Our ... 4th? visit to ThistleDown over last 12 years - even brought our elderly mothers one year. This is a wonderful place to get away to. Ruth and Rex, our hosts, are genuine, friendly folks who treat you more like friends than "clients." On one visit Rex greeted us at the door with "Welcome home" and it felt /... More

Very comfortable room - most amazing breakfasts - very helpful hosts. We stayed for 2 nights at the end of our holiday before flying home to the UK. The room and bathroom were very comfortable and quiet. The breakfast is the most amazing we have ever had anywhere. Drinks were available whenever we wanted throughout the day and a fridge... More

We stayed at very late notice and were upgraded to a King Room as it was quiet. The room was very comfortable and quiet, and the breakfast was an outstanding 3 course gourmet, the best we have had while over here. Ruth was very attentive and helpful, and clearly takes great pride in her business. The complimentary port in the... More

We stayed for a couple of nights before flying home after a long trip around BC & Alberta. This was the perfect spot to down tools, relax, re pack and reflect on our travels. Ruth, Rex and the Scotties are great hosts. A perfect balance of welcoming B&B (meeting every need, drinks on demand, fridge available, mega fluffy towels) and... More

Four years since the last visit and Thistledown House did not disappoint. A new room this time - Mulberry Peek. Well appointed as is expected from Rex, Ruth and Liz, Mulberry Peek has a balcony above the main entrance. The room was comfortable and met our needs. One of the iconic points about Thistledown House is the breakfasts. My descriptions... More

Had a wonderful one night stay and wished it were longer. Rex, Ruth, and Liz were very attentive without being intrusive. A magnificent dinner suggestion that my extensive searches for dining spots had not revealed turned out to be delightful. They had great local knowledge of activities in the area, the room was perfect, and the conversation with international guests... More