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Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman

Built in the early 2000’s, our 1100 sq ft open-concept family home was designed to maximize observation of nature and yet make one feel cozy and sheltered from the elements. Vaulted ceilings and ample windows allow lots of natural light into the house. There are sheer curtains that provide privacy but no black out curtains which allows you to observe where the sun, moon and stars are located in the skies. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Nestled in the trees, you can hear the sound of the ocean with a secluded beach path minutes away from spectacular Chesterman Beach. We are now opening up to offer visitors a unique experience to explore nature and culture at the same time. Our home features a collection of original oil paintings and watercolors of the region painted over the last decade with a self-guided exhibition, just as you would find in a major art museum. These paintings feature different scenic landmarks of Clayoquot Sound and give visitors a unique experience and hopefully a deeper appreciation of all the surrounding nature.

In the evenings, get warm and cozy by our natural gas fireplace in the sunken living room, play somemusic and enjoy sipping some wine while taking in a large format oil painting of the rainforest.

Fall asleep on one of the 2 twin beds in the upstairs loft bedroom where lots of windows showcase the trees and starry night skies and allow you to follow the path of the moon through the night. The cozy master bedroom shares the double-sided gas fireplace with the sunken living room and has a queen bed. All our beds have comfortable sheets and duvets.

Our cedar deck comes with a propane BBQ and outdoor hot shower. The bathroom comes with heated floors, bath tub, shower and towels. Please bring your favourite bath and beauty products for your own use. We have a hairdryer for guests to use.

The kitchen with custom fir cabinetry is fully equipped with cookware , blender, coffee maker, salt and pepper etc. Dish cloths and dish soap are also provided.

The artist’s studio is in a building adjacent to the house. We are a family with young children and we live on the property in the studio and also in a suite downstairs. We are usually outdoors but occasionally you can hear the sounds of our studio grand piano floating in the air. We value your time, enjoyment and privacy during your vacation and will not be interacting with you much during your stay but should you need anything please don’t hesitate to let us know.

Please note this rental is not suitable for those looking to party. We live in a quiet residential neighbourhood with wonderful neighbours and quiet times in place.
We're all here to "listen to the loons instead of the tunes." Please note you might see previous references or reviews describing a hot tub. We no longer have a hot tub in operation. Thank you.
We are also a licensed Short Term Rental business in Tofino operating under license number # 20170222

Property manager

Esther

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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 Registration Number 20170222

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Tofino, BC

What's nearby

  • Chesterman Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackenzie Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tofino Botanical Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cox Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tonquin Park - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rhino Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tofino Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chesterman Beach, Maquinna Provincial Marine Park, and Frank Island. Mackenzie Beach and Tofino Botanical Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 146 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting, funky property
This house is unique, a little run-down, hard to heat, comfortable bed, very uncomfortable couch, very lovely art on the walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic sutf trip
Great priximity to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

karly b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving getaway
Incredible location + gorgeous artistic place. Great for families and great for pets. Thanks so much for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie S.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

leah

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A nice spacious home. Access to the beach is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel W., Seattle WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great!
There’s a path close by that leads to Chesterman Beach. The house is very nice and clean. Quiet neighborhood. The biggest draw for us was the closeness to our favorite beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great stay at this accommodation, everything we needed , clean comfy beds , nice linen and towels good response with the owner Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yuet

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and have everything we needed, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Loved our stay! Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. House much bigger and airy than pictures show. A little maintenance required but nothing alarming or unusual at end of high season
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A., VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and easy acess to the beach
2 blocks from beach, roomy for 5 people, close to Chesterman beach, 10 minute ride to Tofino.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual stay
We book Esther's place every year and are never disappointed. The house is wonderfully set up to enjoy the inside and outside deck. The location is perfect for walking down to the beach for a surf. Esther herself is always kind and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tofino holiday
Overall a lovely stay and our rental was extremely comfortable. It's much larger than it looks from the ouside. Well equipped, maybe some tisues, but I'm not complaining. Plenty of cutlery, crockery and saucepans, etc. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jiti

Traveled with family
Overall, the property is spacious with different sitting areas and 2 floors, its a 5 min walk to the beach and quiet neighborhood. Kitchen is decently equipped, but there were no bathroom soaps/shampoos. The place is relatively clean, but it could use some basic TLC. The outdoor deck definitely needs some attention. Given the location is so central to Chesterman Beach and walking distance to some shops/coffee/eating places we enjoyed our stay and would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
We loved the location! The beach is really close, less than a 5 minute walk to one of the best beaches in Tofino. The house was cute, a little on the unkept side. While the BBQ did function, it was so rusty that it was not safe to use. Last thing you want is to poison your family while on Vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, winderful large space. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantala H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best time in Tofino!
Very great place, well located, walking distance from the beach and other local areas! Tofino was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location but too expensive for what you got. Entryway smelled of cat pee, no soap or shampoo in bathroom, run down
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A short but great vacation
The North Chesterman beach is easy to access from a path down the road from where you stay. A lovely way to greet the morning. A short walk away is a hotel with restaurant called ROAR, a wonderful friendly place. Dogs are allowed in certain areas where you eat and the food, beer and service is excellent. Again a short walking distance is the Wickeninish Inn which is world renowned. It’s a must visit as the views are great and food, drinks and service outstanding. You can just go in for a drink and snack. Prices fine. Eating at the restaurant expensive but a real treat. The maîtrede has a wit and charm second to none. Long beach is a must with its miles of beach. Uculet is an easy drive. Tofino is a lovely small place. I recommend you have a lunch or dinner at the Daddy’s Fish Fry. The fresh halibut and prawns are excellent.Where we stayed was comfortable enough and so well situated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

monique k., Sturgeon Falls, Ontario , Canada

Fell short of expectations
I'm not one to give bad reviews but while the location is excellent and the size was perfect for our family, we were disappointed with several aspects of this stay. Most importantly, the place did not seem very clean. There were cobwebs in a lot of the corners, we had to give the kitchen a wipe down, and we weren't sure if the sheets had been cleaned since the ones on the master bed were very wrinkled and had some holes and a huge rip in one corner. The listing mentioned a complimentary bar of locally made soap, which was nowhere to be found, and the "outdoor shower" is just a faucet and showerhead on the wall on the deck. We communicated with the owner, and she responded promptly. She did give us a refund to account for the missing soap, but she did not address the lack of cleanliness except to give us access to a closet of extra linens so we could remake the beds ourselves. Other minor details: there was no laundry detergent provided, and the machines are out in the open, so they are very loud when running. There's an old, unusable picnic table on the deck, and the view of (and stairs down to) the yard has been blocked off because it is terribly overgrown. Some of the wall switches are taped off, and the control for the fireplace is taped to the wall. Overall, it really seems like the owners aren't concerned about their guests' experience and aren't willing to put work into improving it. It's a shame, because the place really has a lot of potential to be a gorgeous spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024