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Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Bowser, BC
  • Bowser Library
    8 min walk
  • Henry Morgan Community Park
    11 min walk
  • Islewood Drive Community Park
    3 min drive
  • Qualicum Beach, BC (XQU)
    25 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

One Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views.

MacRae cottage is the perfect spot to enjoy nature , listen to the waves, in a gorgeous island setting along the west coast waterfront. The cottage is located in a Privately Owned Resort, in Bowser BC, 15 minutes from the village of Qualicum. Each cabin is individually owned. Most of the 19 cabins are used for the owners holiday stays. With a private beachfront access, it is a piece of paradise. Boat launch available too.

This 2 bedroom cabin is completely renovated and decorated tastefully with ocean reflections . Modern kitchen has apartment size dishwasher, fridge and full size stove , and well equipped amenities. There is a kitchen table with leaf and 4 chairs. Living room has a cozy Woodstove. In living room is a sopha, 2 occasional chairs, and footstool. Flat screen TVs in living room and bedroom. Free WiFi. Vaulted Pine Ceilings add warmth and character.

But it's all about the Ocean! Open your front door to hear and see the waves, sit on the rocking chair on the porch and enjoy coffee with the Eagles, as you look out on the ocean. The peace and tranquility await you. This may well be the quietest place you have ever stayed.

Two bedrooms with queen size beds, NEW mattresses and boxsprings and quality linens.

Modern bathroom with spa style finishing decor . At 600 sqft, it is a great layout to make the best use of the space. The covered porch becomes your additional living space with chairs and small tables for your use. The side deck has a patio table, BBQ and chairs as well.

Steps from our door is a trail that leads you downhill to the ocean front, the walk to the waterfront it is. It is not far, but it is downhill .

Much of Vancouver Island is very rocky along the ocean front, this resort has a sand spit for children to enjoy! You can walk for miles along the ocean front, collect seashells and driftwood. There are 3 communal fire pits, picnic table areas.

The cabins are thoughtfully arranged to offer as much privacy as possible. It is nestled in the trees of old growth forest, with well maintained gravel and paved roadways. The area has a special feeling, it is quiet and peaceful , no road noise. The surrounding beauty will leave you feeling recharged and well rested.

We provide children's beach toys , life jackets, and a cart to wheel it all down to the beach. A cooler, and portable BBQ are there for your use.

No smoking permitted, thank you. Inside the cabin or on the premises. Our property has a Smart Ring doorbell for security that is capable of capturing video when we are not occupied. It is turned off when we have guests but if you feel uncomfortable, place a piece of tape over the lens. As clearly stated on our house rules you will be asked to review and agree to if you chose to book our property: you are welcome to use the water toys, sundeck, bbq, and all amenities at the cabin and property, however if you do so, you do so at your own risk. We accept NO LIABILITY.

Within a 5 min drive:

*Government Liquor Store

*Mini Grocery Mart with a Great Bakery!

*Coffee Shop

*Gift Shops

*Beachside Vendor, 'Tidal Tacos' fantastic fresh fish tacos

*'Sand Bar Cafe, Ocean view Casual Dining

*Road House Pub, Rustic Local Pub

*Nicolinis takeout Pizza and Pasta

*cone zone, 32 flavours of ice cream

*Coin Operated Laundry

Many Incredible Spots to Visit in the Immeditate Area (5-15 min away) Deep Bay Marina and Marine Center, Qualicum Falls, Golf Courses, Coombs Famous Goats on the Roof Market, Wild Life Recovery Center, Cathedral Grove Old Growth Forest, Horne Lake Caves, Spider Lake, Cheese Works and Winery, Hiking and Biking Trails, Mini Golf, Fish Hatchery, Butterfly World, Parksville beach and large Playground and Waterpark,, Fanny Bay Sealions, Cameron Lake, Milner Gardens

We are located 15 minutes from the village of Qualicum, 1 hr from Departure Bay Ferry in Nanaimo, 45min from Comox Airport.

Ideally centred in the middle of Vancouver Island, day trips to Tofino, Victoria and other areas of interest are easy to arrange.

Property manager

Shelly and Dan Murias

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Qualicum Beach

Located in Qualicum Beach, this cottage is by the ocean. Qualicum Beach Museum and Village Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club and Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club. The Vintage Candy Shop and Cardboard House Bakery are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Bowser, BC

What's nearby

  • Bowser Library - 8 min walk
  • Henry Morgan Community Park - 11 min walk
  • Islewood Drive Community Park - 3 min drive
  • Coombs Old Country Market - 25 min drive
  • Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tidal Taco Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ship & Shore Family Campground & Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brew Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Forage Farm & Kitchen - ‬81 min drive
  • ‪Middle Mountain Mead - ‬89 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Cottage in Bowser. Beautiful ocean views. located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bowser Library and Kelsey Road Community Park. Henry Morgan Community Park and Wildwood Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Serene and VERY COMFORTABLE Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay in our very clean and well equiped cottage. More than comforts of home. Beautiful scenery of the strait and a great forest behind us. Close to all amenities. Thank you Shelly and Dan hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ocean views
really nice ocean views and well-equipped cottage. good for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowser cottage
Beautiful cottage, well equipped. nice area and view. Lots to do in the area for all ages.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowser cabin
Beautiful cabin,amazing peaceful location.Great hosts
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Beautiful location, clean tidy and quiet property all round great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
The cottage was a perfect fit for my daughter and I while staying in the Qualicum area. We enjoyed our quiet mornings on the deck with the amazing view of the ocean. It had everything we needed and the addition of the boogie boards for the beach was perfect. Thank you, we can’t wait to stay again next summer!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family holiday spot
Our family had a great time at the cottage! Lots of outdoor space on the deck and a wonderfully private backyard surrounded by nature. The beach is quite rocky, bring water shoes! The cabin gets hot in the summer, something to keep in mind when travelling with littles. There is a small ceiling fan in one of the bedrooms, but an extra one or two for the other rooms would go a long way for those hot nights. Communication with the hosts was prompt and easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view from the front deck
Beautiful view from the front deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Beautiful location overlooking the ocean. Overall Comfortable cabin with loads of wildlife such as eagles. Very quiet area, serene with songbirds everywhere. Well equipped cabin.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhig gelegen und gut eingerichtet
Wie beschrieben, wirklich sehr ruhig und abseits der Hauptstraße gelegenes Häuschen. Hübsch und mit allem notwendigen eingerichtet. Der Kieselstrand ist nach ca. 100m einen steilen Weg entlang erreichbar. Gute Kommunikation mit den Besitzern, die stets ansprechbar waren.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A haven of peace and quiet
The unit is very cosy and on the small side but it is beautifully furnished and equipped with everything you could possibly need in it. The view from the deck and the tranquillity is second to none. We could sit and watch eagles all day right in front of us and the occasional seal. It really does have restorative qualities. The beach below the unit is exactly what we have always thought a Canadian beach would look like. It must be stunning in the summer. Bowser is ideally situated as a fairly central place from which to visit many parts of the island i.e Campbell River, Uclulet, Nanaimo. If we ever come back to Canada we would have no hesitation in rebooking with this cottage. Oh and thank you Dan and Shelly for sending my drivers licence back to the UK for me.!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stefan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect cottage
We had a wonderful time in Browers
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
McCrae Cottage
McCrae Cottage was a lovely home away from home. Close to so many places the area has to offer. The locals were friendly and helpful. We discovered the Wildwood Community Trail and would recommend it to anyone staying in the area. ArrowSmith Golf Course was a lovely place to enjoy an outdoor patio meal with a lovely view. Riptide Lagoon Miniature golf is a fun place to spend an hour or two. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin near the beach
The cabin was very cute and in a quiet, natural location off a main road. Veranda was nice but weather didn’t permit us to spend much time there. Included everything we needed and if we couldn’t find something the communication with the host was very good. The location was good. Beach is accessible down a steep road and very rocky but fun to beach comb. The washer and dryer are actually beside the bed in one of the bedrooms. No where to put suitcases or really unpack. The other bedroom was a bit larger and had drawers under the bed making the bed a bit high but at least a place to unpack. Wi-Fi was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

guy H., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On of the best
Quiet, peaceful with great accomodations. Fantastic view of the ocean.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginelle G., Airdrie Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat
Lovely stay with ocean views from the deck. Clean property with everything you need. Hosts were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family getaway
We had a fabulous time. The cottage has a wonderful view with a short walk to a beach where we enjoyed swimming, exploring the sea life and the stargazing at night was breathtaking. Everything in the cottage was clean and we had everything we needed. Hoping to return again very soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mojgan N., White Rock, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Stay
My daughters and I stayed at Tranquil Cottage in Bowser for my youngest daughter's birthday and we enjoyed every second. The cottage, surrounding areas and waterfront view were breathtaking. The decor, both inside of the cottage and outside, were beautiful and well designed. It was a home away from home with no shortage of blankets, towels and necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
My husband and I come to Nanaimo every year with our kids, to stay with his parents. We have always talked about getting away well we are here, but it never happens. Til this year! We wanted something quiet, and peaceful. That is excactly what we got! Beautiful views, beautiful cottage. The Eagles you can see. Wow!!! Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and scenic
The cottage had everything one would need to function comfortably on a vacation. Superb grounds, towering trees, wonderful ocean views. We even got to see a group of three sperm whales jumping out of Denman Island. The cottage's central location was within an hour of so many great towns and villages along the coastline. We would rebook the next time were in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this seaside cottage. It was absolutely fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Paradise
We just returned from four nights at this wonderful cottage. Property and view of the water were fantastic. The cabin itself was very spacious for four adults. Beds were comfortable and anything you needed in the kitchen was available. One of the best VRBO's we have ever stayed at. Will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fit our needs perfectly!
We were able to explore this part of the island! Enjoyed the cabin in the evening. Perfect for our needs!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Quiet and relaxing. Great access to all the arra has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin in Bowser
Great little cabin in a great location. It was a wonderful getaway. Close to the beach, walking trails and stores offering groceries etc. Cabin was well equipped and the owners responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shelly and Dan Murias

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Dan was born was Saskatchewan, raised in Manitoba, worked all his life in Alberta. Shelly was born and raised in Alberta. We have always had the dream of having a cottage in BC, with a grand ocean view so when this little gem came on the market we snapped it up. We still work full time but are able to visit this piece of paradise many times a year. In the off stays, we rent it through this site. Someday, it will be off rental 100% but that means retiring first and we are a few years from that.

Why they chose this property

We love this property for several reasons.
1. The view, self-explanatory, the landing page is off the front deck.
2. The peacefulness, even on long weekends there are just a couple of other owners out.
3. The neighbourhood, we're in a self-contained resort with 18 other owners.
4. Proximity to the water. We pick our oysters from the front beach. (you need a license and knowledge of what is OK to eat)
5. The view, I said that already, but it needs repeating.
6. The community of Bowser, everyone knows everyone, making it safe and personal.

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