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Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community.

Find your perfect retreat amidst nature's splendor: unwind by a crackling fire, watch sunsets over Trinity Bay, or explore historic outports nearby.

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TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Exterior detail
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community.

This home was created by  my parents, she a keen gardener from England, he an educator and businessman who was raised in the community. They  retired here and created a  unique environment amid the rugged setting of an authentic fishing village.  The home is surrounded by hand-planted trees and gardens, and it offers fabulous views of Old  Bonaventure harbour and beautiful  Trinity Bay.     At the rear of the house a small waterfall flows into a stream which runs right under the  house and through the front lawn, providing a most relaxing soundscape for restful  nights of sleep and memorable afternoon naps.     The two double bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, accommodate four adults.  There is a large, well-equipped kitchen with double ovens, a five-ring stove top and a dishwasher, along with every imaginable utensil. There is a breakfast area positioned
beneath a skylight, and a more formal dining table overlooking the harbour. The comfortable lounge area is especially cosy with plenty of seating. It also features an inviting 
Vermont Castings wood-burning stove with a supply of firewood. Wi-fi internet access 
reaches all parts of the house and property. For entertainment,  there is a flat­screen TV with Bell satellite service. DVD and CD players are also provided, along with a Bluetooth speaker for iPhones, etc.  A landline phone is provided, with  Canada/US­ wide unlimited long distance calling. This helps offset the fact that, like most rural Newfoundland communities, Old Bonaventure is not serviced by any cell phone service provider.  
The secluded garden features a pond and a wide variety of plants that provide  spectacular colour throughout the spring/summer/fall seasons. The harbour­facing side of the house has a deck (with a gas BBQ). On warm days,  this is a perfect spot to enjoy sunsets, watch fishing boats come and go, and to see  magnificent eagles soar overhead from their nearby nests. There is a glass­roofed  conservatory which is perfect for enjoying those cooler days and for star­gazing at  night. For the musically inclined, there is also a superb piano. For readers, there is a  huge selection of books that cover every interest. Finally, there is an ample collection of  board games and playing cards.    This inviting home is the ideal retreat for a restful and restorative holiday. And when  you are rested, numerous nearby attractions await to connect you with the beauty and  fascinating history of this special part of Newfoundland. For instance, the film site of the acclaimed “Random Passage” series is just a five ­minute drive. (Just one of four films  shot in this area in recent years.) Hiking trails take you to the resettled outports of  Kerley’s Harbour and British Harbour. The Skerwink Trail, an essential experience for  hikers with spectacular views, is just 30 minutes away. Boat excursions for  whale­watching and for glimpsing historic and enigmatic resettled outports depart daily  from New Bonaventure and Trinity. If that is not enough history to satisfy, the 
500 year ­old town of Trinity is only 25 minutes away. 
Newfoundland is famous for it's music and storytelling and there are many local concerts and festivals. Please contact us if you would like information on any events that may be happening during your visit.
The options are endless...and the  comments of previous visitors speak for themselves! This is a holiday experience that  you will want to share with others. 

Property manager

Dawne Marlow

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 3600 sq ft (334 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please advise if you need a cot or high chair.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Suitable for small parties only. Maximum 8 people
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Experience Peace Tranquility Charming Small Fishing Community

About the neighborhood

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Trinity T.B, Newfoundland

What's nearby

  • Trinity Visitor Centre - 16 min drive
  • Lester Garland House - 16 min drive
  • Trinity Museum - 16 min drive
  • Rising Tide Theatre - 16 min drive
  • White Hills Resort - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trinity Take Out & Catering - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community.?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community. located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Trinity Marina, Green Family Forge, and Trinity Museum. Lester Garland House and Rising Tide Theatre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Experience Peace And Tranquility At Charming Cottage In Small Fishing Community. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 197 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved this charming property and all the amenities the house afforded. Best beds ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It really is peaceful and charming :)
This home is so eclectic, homey and interesting. It was a treat to experience it. Very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restorative
We really needed a rest and, as always, Old Bonaventure House was the perfect retreat. Even on a cloudy day it feels as though the house is full of sunshine. Thank you once again, Dawne.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A tiny harbour
Amazing house full of books and wonderful places to sit and enjoy the view. Very peaceful and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M., St. John’s, Newfoundland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet!
A beautiful place that my family has come to love and visit every year for a relaxing bonding time before the school year. Always have a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Beautiful Peace and Tranquility is a perfect description
This was our favorite place after 2 weeks in Newfoundland. Owner was delightful. Best equipped place we stayed. Also most beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So happy to be back
We've been to this property many times now and it never fails to be a wonderful stay. Dawne is a great host and the property has so much comfort and personality. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

Just great.
Very nice cottage with all the conveniences and a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sahand S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing as always
So relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our favourite spot on the trip. So beautiful. Wish we had stayed longer. The view was amazing of the fishing village and cove. Lovely gardens with resident rabbit and crow. The house was fantastic and so unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and view
Home was lovely. We shared with another couple and we happy with the separate bathrooms and comfortable beds. Host met us personally and showed us around. She left us local treats and soaps. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

gregory r.

Wonderful place and wonderful hosts.
Dawne's place is absolutely charming: from the bookshelves filled with incredible novels to the brook running under the house (not to mention the lettuce we ate from her garden!). We had an incredible time there. Our only regret is that our stay wasn't long enough (and we didn't finish watching Random Passage)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely cottage in a small outport. Terrible road conditions for the last 2-3 km.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and charming retreat
We just loved this cottage! It suited us perfectly as we began our 3 weeks exploring Newfoundland. So relaxing to look out onto the bay and watch the crabbers working. So quiet and peaceful. There was even a bunny in the yard everyday! Dawne was a lovely host and began our atay with a tour.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic perfection
Located a short scenic drive from Trinity, we found likely our favorite accommodation for this trip. Babbling brook at the side; lobster boats in the bay; quiet and serene; property owner meeting us and providing fresh flowers. Every appliance, utensil, toiletry readily available. Immaculate interior, with space to wander. We'd book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
We all loved our stay, everything was perfect from gourmet kitchen, comfortable beds, and superior bedding, so much for extras, soaps, lovely bathrooms, the view being soothing, outer gardens beautiful. Enjoyed our fresh lobster that a fisherman sold us on our walk to the dock. A lovely VRBO that one would love to return to. Thank you Dawne for the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

L A., Barnstaple

Great Cottage
Thank you for a wonderful stay in your Cottage Dawn, the cottage has so much Character we just loved it, great Views, nice area to stay in. First class service all round we just can't fault it. Thanks for a wonderful time in your cottage. From Lana, Marcus, Barry and Lyn
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gwendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Real Newfoundland
This rustic house is located in a tiny outport with a beautiful view of the small fishing port of Old Bonaventure. Close proximity to hiking at the Random Passage Site and to the historic town of Trinity where there is an amazing communityTheatre that keeps the history of the area alive. Also about 35 minute drive to the beautiful Skerwink and Fox Island Trails. Road in has incredible vistas but is not for the faint of heart although we did get used to it. Loved the whole area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail I.

Peace
We really enjoyed the peace and tranquility we found at Old Bonaventure House. The booking process was simple and Dawne sent us lots of information about the area before we arrived. The house was very clean and spacious, with everything supplied, especially in the kitchen,to make our stay very comfortable. The views and garden were just beautiful. Thank you Dawne- we loved the whole experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Bonaventure Adventure
Beautiful old home nestled in the trees, close to the ocean, wood burning fireplace and a stream running underneath. What more do you need? Very clean home. Owner met us and showed us around. Very quiet area (can’t be any more than 50 residents). Love the solitude. Visited Trinity, Bonavista and surrounding areas. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin T., Montreal

A most relaxing WOW!
Where to start: Dawne's house is exceptional in so many ways! Gorgeous garden and view of the Bay, spacious house with so many different areas to live in or the unique and fantastic kitchen that anyone who likes to cook will adore? This place is all that and Dawne offers visitors a friendly welcome and efficient service at every level! Personal attentions like local products as a welcome gift are great too!

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved It
Very big place, maybe 2000 square feet, very comfortable, everything we needed. So many interesting treasures to look at, many books. Lovely harbor. Old house but both bathrooms have been modernized. Comfortable beds. Loved the wood burner! Beautiful piano, like new! Solarium. Last few kilometers to get there were quite poor, lots of potholes. Drive carefully. Close to Random Passage. Host was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sahand S.

Lovely decor and fantastic view
The place was very clean and beautiful. Inside the house was beautifully designed and gave us a peaceful feeling of belonging and relaxation. The view was also amazing and we spent most of our time in the sun room and the deck. The experience was way more than what pictures or reviews can deliver. Just a heads up that do not expect much from electronics since the internet is slow and cell reception is terrible in that area. Turn off and enjoy the view 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet comfortable home
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful house in old Bonaventure. It was very well stocked with everything we needed, and we loved the little touches like handmade local soaps, And daffodils and chocolates waiting on the table for us. The beds were very comfortable, The shower and bath were both fantastic, and it was so lovely to hear the little brook running across the property. We enjoyed sitting by the woodstove in the evening, doing yoga in the sunroom with the sunrise over the harbour, and eating our meals looking out over the water. The only downside was the hard shape that the road was in, Which is pretty common for smaller communities. Overall an absolutely gorgeous day and we would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023