Our Story
In the 1950s, the Adams family had a bold vision. They transformed an old log sort into a premier salmon fishing destination, naming it the Adams’ Resort. By the late 1950s, visitors from all over the world were flocking to Vancouver Island, eager to catch the elusive Big Tyee salmon. With cabins nestled on the beach and a central lodge, the Adams family put Brown Bay on the map.
Years later, in 2007, Recourt BV acquired the resort, continuing the Adams’ dream of maintaining an exceptional outdoor luxury cabin experience on Vancouver Island. Though the original lodge and beach cabins are no longer standing, Willem and Erica Recourt, along with their daughter Esther and son-in-law Brent Hollink, decided it was time to bring that vision back to life, blending the old with the new to create something truly special.
Discover Brown's Bay Resort
The RV park was first built during the original days of Adams’ Resort, meeting the highest quality standards. It now offers a range of amenities for guests to enjoy, including 60 full-service concrete pad sites, an octagon clubhouse perfect for hosting events, a fitness center, and convenient laundry and shower facilities.
The resort expanded further with the addition of a marina designed to accommodate vessels up to 100 feet. Then, in 2012, The Narrows floating restaurant underwent a complete renovation, quickly becoming a local favorite and the talk of the town.
The Recourt family recognized that accommodation was the missing piece from the resort’s early days. With the original lodge having burned down in the 1980s, they set out to rebuild. In 2011, three custom cabins were constructed, just steps from the water, offering breathtaking views from their decks. Each cabin is uniquely themed with a West Coast animal motif, and the handmade log furniture is crafted locally on Vancouver Island.
The cabins were an instant hit, and in 2014, the addition of the marina Floathouse provided even more opportunities for guests. Featuring two fully equipped upstairs suites and two downstairs rooms, the Floathouse offers a unique experience where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the marina and watch the daily catch come in.
When the “glamping” trend arrived in BC in 2016, six European-style safari tents were placed on permanent platforms with stunning views of the Seymour Narrows. These fully equipped tents provide the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and cozy comfort.
In 2017 and 2018, two more custom cabins were added, featuring the same layout but with the addition of a second upstairs bathroom for added privacy. Lastly, a fully renovated three-bedroom house right on the beach offers the perfect family getaway.
Though ownership and times have changed, the core vision of the resort remains the same: to provide an unforgettable home-away-from-home experience for guests, both near and far. We invite you to visit Brown’s Bay Resort and share in the beauty of this incredible oceanfront destination. We look forward to welcoming you.
Contact us to learn more about the rich history of our seaside resort on Vancouver Island, BC.