Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach! - Darnley

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Master bedroom with en-suite deck overlooking pond and ocean.

Sandcastles Beach House with Meadowside on the right and Duneside on the left.

Directly over our dune you'll find this starting point for endless walks.

Spacious yet cozy living room has deck access, pull-out couch and ceiling fan.

Looking at the 'flower pot' through the keyhole, just down the beach!

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Kensington, PE

Anne of Green Gables Museum
‪10 min drive‬
Malpeque Outer Range Lighthouse
‪11 min drive‬
Cavendish Beach
‪33 min drive‬
Summerside, PE (YSU)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach!

With Sandcastles Beach House a mere three minute walk along the path to the finest beach on the island and our beach's sandy, broad expanse and gentle slope it is perfect for relaxing and unwinding. You can walk for hours and never run out of beach. From your deck you can take in our spectacular dunes and you'll see the surf conditions so you'll know if it's a smooth swimming or a boogie board kind of day. In addition, we are in the enviable position of being the only rental having MacKay Pond border its lawn so you'll see eagles, herons, osprey and cormorants all day and end it all with blazing sunsets dancing off our waters. No neighbors separate you from your view of the dunes. Staying at Sandcastles is like having a series of natural works of art offered up to you all day long.

Sandcastles Beach House is a beautifully finished pine beach house with two independent units: Meadowside and Duneside. Each unit has two bedrooms, a full bath, washer & dryer and a fully-equipped kitchen, including dishwasher.

Sandcastles easily fills the needs of everyone from individual couples to groups of up to 14 celebrating reunions of families or groups of friends. We can customize in this way because we have two units which are adjoining and yet fully private and self-contained. So you can rent just one side and soak up all the beauty our location offers. Or, if you are with a larger group you can rent both sides, sharing meals and good times when you choose and yet still have the freedom to enjoy the privacy of dining and relaxing in your own unit. If you wish to book Meadowside, please do so here. If you wish to book both Meadowside and Duneside, please book Meadowside here and Duneside on our other listing: "Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: Special Springtime Offer!" (also found under Darnley, PEI).

We supply all modern conveniences including Wi-fi, a 55" 4K UHD Smart TV with Chromecast and satelitte, and we have a convenient, fully private outdoor shower. Sandcastles Beach House is minutes from 8 golf courses, deep-sea fishing, fine dining and galleries. You'll be pleasantly surprised with our prices. Our rates are in Canadian dollars and include taxes. We do not charge extra for additional guests (up to 7 per side). So....be sure to check the final cost of other sites when comparing. Our guests tell us that Sandcastles is "enchanting" and our location is "breathtaking". We hope that you'll visit Sandcastles Beach House and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Brian Power-Grimm

Languages

English

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Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 19

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We are family friendly!

Events

No events allowed

No large gatherings please.

Pets

No pets allowed

A $500 fee is charged for undeclared pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please run dishwasher and empty the garbage before checking out. Carefully sort garbage, compost and returnables according to posted guidelines.

Please close windows before going out for the day if there is threat of rain.

Do not drive or park beyond the parking pads as this would damage the septic system.

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

Note from host: No large gatherings please.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 133379

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Darnley

Located in Darnley, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Malpeque Outer Range Lighthouse and Cape Tryon Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cavendish Beach and Cabot Beach Provincial Park. Burlington Amusement Park and Burlington Amusement Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Kensington, PE

What's nearby

Anne of Green Gables Museum - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Malpeque Outer Range Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
Cabot Beach Provincial Park - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
Green Gables Heritage Place - 31 min drive - 29.6 km
Cavendish Beach - 33 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

Charlottetown, PE (YYG) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

‪Malpeque Oyster Barn - ‬14 min drive
‪Ship to Shore Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: On PEI's Best Beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Burlington Amusement Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Darnley Greens Golf Course. Malpeque Outer Range Lighthouse and Keir Memorial Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

raavi

2 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautiful location in a quiet neighborhood. Had an amazing time with friends and family.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mysty D.

14 Sept 2017

Centrally located comfortable place to stay

We had a wonderful vacation here. The beach house is just a short walk to the beautiful beach. Red rock cliffs on both ends of the long sandy beach. The beach house fit our family of 6 comfortably.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Julia H., Ottawa, Ontario

14 Oct 2018

Cozy, comfortable cottage

I chose Meadowside for a 4-day get-away in late September/early October. This cottage is cozy and comfortable and has fabulous views of the dunes with the ocean beyond. The beach is second to none. Overall a great trip and a very pleasant time of year to be in PEI.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katie B., Massachusetts, USA

20 July 2018

perfect family getaway

Delighted to stay at Meadowside with our three teen/tween kids. The location was perfect - sunset and water views (including a hunting bald eagle!) right off the deck, a few minutes' walk to a beautiful uncrowded beach (go explore the sandstone formations!), easy driving to most of the popular sightseeing on the island. The cottage was well stocked for our needs and very clean with comfortable sleeping. Owner was very responsive. We'd return in a heartbeat!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katharina W., United States

1 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded our expectations

We arrived at Sandcastles on the recommendation of a good friend who had stayed there before. Right from the first evening, we were hooked. A very short walk to one of the most beautiful beaches I have eve seen, and the sunsets there were just out of this world. The next morning, I saw a bald eagle visiting the tidal pond as I sat on the porch with my coffee. We had a great time on PEI with activities such as the potato museum (fun and great food!), bicycling, deep sea fishing, and a lot of great food. The house itself is well run, and has everything one needs including beach towels, and even two older bikes. We heard our neighbors through the wall a little bit at night, but the kids slept well, they must have been tuckered out. As I had to work, I was glad for the wifi which worked flawlessly even through videoconferencing. I was a little concerned about the temperatures getting cooler in the end of August, and some of the days were cool, but the water temperatures were so pleasant in the ocean, the kids had a blast playing in the waves. Brian and Jane checked in with us during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. We look forward to going back to PEI and when we do, we'll definitely book Sandcastles again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Lori L.

14 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

close to the beach

My mom and I stayed 3 nights in September 2019. We enjoyed being so close to the beach. There were people in the other half of this rental. The walls are very thin and we could hear their conversations and the TV. It would be a great place to stay if both halves of the rental were on a holiday together (eg. a family reunion) but a lack of insulation between each unit was an issue.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise M., Leudelange

3 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house and location

Very nice and comfortable house next to the ocean and a pond. Birdwatching and super long beach.

10/10 Excellent

Alisa B.

4 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great bird watching, Beautiful beach!

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in Darnley on the edge of a salt marsh w immediate access to a beautiful beach. Despite heat, the house cooled off with great ventilation and beach breezes. We watched cormorants holding out their wings to dry and a beautiful egret. Our neighbors were very nice, friendly and respectful of privacy. They even had a sweet dog who got along great with ours. There was an issue w loss of hot water after an area power loss that Brian took care of immediately. He was great at staying in touch and making sure everything went well. We definitely would return, and would also consider renting both sides.

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

3 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and well equipped

The cottage was as advertised. I had not realized it was a duplex - missed that somehow- but it all worked out really well. The location was fantastic, just a short hop over the dune and you are on the beach. Host was quick to respond and made some great recommendations including the Anne and Gilbert production in Charlottetown. We felt very rested and relaxed after a few days there.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

24 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PEI getaway

We stayed there for a girls trip and it was perfect! Great view of the pond and decks for lounging. We really appreciated the laundry facilities and Brian amd Jane's recommendations for activities were spot on. We had a wonderful trip and would definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

17 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

Perfect home, location for your ladies getaway!! Loved the house, great location, very hospitable owners. Only problem - we needed to stay longer. Thank you Jane and Brian. Hope to enjoy your beautiful home again in the future

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

28 Aug 2018

Great location!

Gear to watch the sunsets every night and so close to an amazing beach

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Candace B.

31 July 2018

Beautiful Cottage by the beach

The cottage was extremely clean and welcoming. It was just a short walk over the dunes to the beach which to me represented what I wanted to see of PEI. There was a lovely wrap around porch which offered a lovely view of the sunset. Full amenities included WiFi and TV, Dishwasher and laundry and lots of towels for our use. The week we were there, it was very warm and nights without a/c was not as comfortable as we had to leave the windows and doors open. However, it was very windy with a good breeze at all times. We golfed in the area and enjoyed Red Sands (a local 9 hole course) the best. From our perspective, it was not worth the drive to Crowbush. We had our dog with us and he loved the freedom of the side yard and was very comfortable in the house. I would highly recommend the location and this cottage. Thanks Brian.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G., Okemos, Michigan

5 July 2018

Wonderful cottage within walking distance of one of best beaches on PEI!

Sandcastles Beach House-Meadowside is a treasure! It's centrally located on the beautiful northern shore of Prince Edward Island. The setting is amazing with a pond filled with bird life right off the deck and then over a short dune walk, you find Thunder Cove Beach, one of the prettiest beaches on the island. The owners are wonderful. They are very accommodating, easy to work with, and anything you could need is provided. We rented both Duneside and Meadowside to have more space to spread out which is a really nice option. Renting both sides would be great for larger families, family reunions, or just to have more space. Just be aware that the cottages don't have an adjoining door inside. But each cottage is very spacious with a wonderful view. Very reasonably priced as well! Highly recommend!! We had a wonderful time here!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Warrenton

29 June 2018

Loved every minute of our stay!

The cottage was charming and had everything we needed. We loved the peace and beauty of Prince Edward Island and the absolutely stunning beaches. Also, this cottage is ideally situated in one of the most scenic parts of PEI, the middle section on the north coast. We were a three-minute walk from the beach and a close walk to some stunning rock formations. We've never seen such clear ocean water. You are even allowed to have a fire on the beach at night. From our cottage, we saw a bald eagle and even spotted a den of foxes. And it was never crowded. We are looking forward to coming back one day.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

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8/10 Good

Allyson E.

23 June 2018

Comfortable accommodations with easy access to the beach in a quiet, relaxing setting.

My daughter and I came to Prince Edward Island to experience the natural beauty of the island and to visit the area that Lucy Maude Montgomery wrote about. Sandcastles beach house was very comfortable with all of the amenities of home. This cottage has views of the ocean from the upstairs balcony with views of the pond and wildlife from the living room and deck. Very relaxing. The beach is steps away from the cottage. Our host Brian was very helpful and welcoming, as well as responsive to any questions we had. I would definitely stay at Sandcastles again when I return to Prince Edward Island.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

16 Oct 2017

The Best Place to Stay in PEI!

We loved Sandcastles. The proximity to the beach the beautiful views were exactly what we were looking for. As a lover of Oysters being close to Malpeque Bay was super exciting. The tea cup just down the beach was amazing. Kitchen was well equipped. Brian was very helpful with any questions we had. We plan on coming back in the years to come and bringing friends.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stephen & Rosemary M.

30 Sept 2017

Meadowside

Lovely cottage in a spectacular location. Brian was very helpful in getting us started. The cottage has everything you need for a relaxing stay on the Island.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Brian Power-Grimm

As teachers, my wife Jane and I have had full careers in Nova Scotia, the mountains of BC and Massachusetts. As fitness and outdoor enthusiasts and parents to three sons we have learned the pleasures of recharging at the beach.

Why they chose this property

We did the vacation research for you in 1996 when we travelled Prince Edward Island far and wide looking for "the" cottage where we could happily return year after year. Sandcastles Beach House was everything we had hoped for, and MORE. So much more that we kept a standing reservation as renters ourselves as did many other delighted vacationers. In 2003 we were fortunate to have the opportunity to buy the Beach House, and now we welcome you to come share in the joyful experience of life on the beach.

What makes this property unique

Sandcastles allowed us to park our car at the beginning of the week and not feel the need to start it up again. Having the beach on site, the best views in the world at our doorstep, spacious rooms for our family and all amenities within arms reach made us come back year after year until we bought it ourselves. We are near entry points to section 15-16 of 'The Island Walk' hiking route as well as to the Confederation Trail, so Sandcastles provides us restorative respite after a day of walking our beautiful countryside.

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Darnley

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raavi

raavi

10/10 Excellent

Mysty D.

Centrally located comfortable place to stay

Mysty D.

8/10 Good

Julia H., Ottawa, Ontario

Cozy, comfortable cottage

Julia H.

10/10 Excellent

Katie B., Massachusetts, USA

perfect family getaway

Katie B.

10/10 Excellent

Katharina W., United States

Exceeded our expectations

Katharina W.

6/10 Okay

Lori L.

close to the beach

Lori L.

10/10 Excellent

Denise M., Leudelange

Awesome house and location

Denise M.

10/10 Excellent

Alisa B.

Great bird watching, Beautiful beach!

Alisa B.

10/10 Excellent