SOOKE, British Columbia — Set against the untamed coastline of Vancouver Island’s west coast, the iconic oceanfront retreat Sooke Harbour House is entering a bold new era. The celebrated boutique hotel has announced new ownership and a management team committed to restoring the property as one of British Columbia’s premier culinary and luxury travel destinations.
Extensive Upgrades and Expansion
The revitalization includes extensive upgrades across the 28-room inn, highlighted by a new waterfront wedding pavilion, a state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen anchoring an inspired new culinary program focused on seasonal West Coast ingredients, the launch of the community-focused Garden Café, a 50-seat climate-controlled wine cellar, and fully reimagined guest rooms and dining spaces designed to reconnect visitors with the hotel’s legendary West Coast hospitality.
New Ownership and Leadership
With decades of hospitality industry experience, new owner Luke Evanow is the CEO of Catalog Hospitality, a Canadian multi-brand group of boutique hotels, destination restaurants, and lifestyle-oriented spaces. Since Catalog Hospitality, in partnership with Krystal Growth Partners, acquired Sooke Harbour House in July 2025, Evanow has overseen every aspect of the property’s transformation.
“I am incredibly excited to welcome Sooke Harbour House to Catalog’s family of successful hospitality businesses,” said Evanow. “It is a spectacular property with a fascinating history and huge potential. We have already completed significant guest room upgrades and revamped the culinary program to refocus on local ingredients and purveyors. We’ll continue to improve the guest experience in the coming year, including plans for a full-service luxury spa to be opened in early 2027.”
Heading up the management team is General Manager Danielle Carriere, who brings more than 15 years of hospitality leadership experience. Her career spans globally recognized brands and distinguished independent properties, including Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia and The Muir Hotel in Halifax. Most recently, she served as Director of Operations at The Dorian Hotel in Calgary, a Michelin One Key property.
At the helm of the next-generation culinary program is Chef de Cuisine Brianna Burke. A graduate of the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts in Vancouver, Burke has more than a decade of combined front- and back-of-house experience, including time as Chef de Partie at Halcyon Hot Springs Resort in British Columbia, where she honed a deep appreciation for West Coast ingredients and seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine.
“The new Sooke Harbour House team is an impressive mix of real-world experience, passion, vision and an unmatched entrepreneurial spirit,” continued Evanow. “If the overwhelmingly positive response from guests at our recent community grand opening is any indication, we are on the right track to making this property one of the most sought-after destinations in British Columbia.”
About Sooke Harbour House
Sooke Harbour House is one of British Columbia’s most iconic coastal retreats, celebrated for its intimate hospitality, culinary legacy, and deep connection to the tranquility and natural beauty of Vancouver Island’s west coast. Nestled along the shores of the Salish Sea, the inn features 28 individually designed rooms, each with an ocean view, blending classic charm with modern luxury. Long recognized as a pioneer of the farm-to-table movement in Canada, Sooke Harbour House champions locally sourced ingredients, regional wines, and sustainable culinary practices. Today, it enters a fresh chapter under vibrant new ownership and management, honouring its heritage while reimagining a favoured experience for travellers and locals seeking authentic coastal luxury, exceptional dining, and meaningful connections to place.
