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Night view from deck
Living space, fireplace
Front entrance
Deck
Propane fire pit for year round relaxing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Courtenay, BC
  • Seal Bay Nature Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Comox Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

...Experience the Island

Modern, 1000 sq. ft. coach house with spectacular sunrise, ocean and mountain views. A private space, surrounded by nature in a desirable residential area. Steps from the beach with spectacular ocean and mountain views. If you rise early enough, you will experience an ever changing sunrise that will take your breath away. Interior space features a fully stocked, modern kitchen with an open living space and large windows to capture the view from every room. Outdoor, wrap-around patio adds an extra 400 sq. ft. of outdoor living space, parts of which are covered including BBQ and seating area or use for extra storage for gear or shelter for pets. Propane fire pit on deck allows for year round use. West coast vibe with rustic fir vaulted ceilings, luxurious bathroom with cheater entrance from master into bathing space with separate tub and walk-in shower. Fresh, good quality linens. King bed in master and queen bed in second bedroom. Smart tv's in both master bedroom and living space with free wi-fi and netflix. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

Property manager

Christina

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
2 dogs max. with approval.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoors only.

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number H106509388

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Courtenay

Located in Courtenay, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool and Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seal Bay Nature Park and 40 Knots Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Courtenay, BC

What's nearby

  • Seal Bay Nature Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Beaufort Vineyard and Estate Winery - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Comox Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milano Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Merville Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chances Courtenay - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ...Experience the Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at ...Experience the Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ...Experience the Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ...Experience the Island located?

This family-friendly Courtenay cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seal Bay Nature Park and Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens. 40 Knots Winery and Beaufort Vineyard and Estate Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edgar F.

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

Alder beach house stay.

Superb host and accommodation. Top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

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

Home away from home

Perfectly central to all the mid island adventures you may want to experience. Very clean and up to date with everything required to make it an easy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Paradise Perfect

Perfect in any and all ways possible. Christina was accessible as needed, but was in no way intrusive. We've stayed in many VRBOs, and this was the most thoughtfully designed and provisioned. Our stay was a delight and we look forward to our return!
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

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

Beautiful property and location

Really nice place just off the beach and surrounded by trees. Saw some deer and kids had fun exploring the tidal pools.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tyler k.

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

Fantastic place

Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

julius j.

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

Our month in Courtenay!

We had a fabulous stay of 4 weeks (!) in Courtenay in this beautiful and very comfortable house. Great views, with everything we needed, and great neighbours (the owners). Great value for money, we’re certainly coming back!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nico B.

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

Amazing getaway !!

It was surreal to have your morning coffee with whale watching happening at the same time.We had an awesome time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angelique P.

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

Awesome ocean views in Comox Vally

We had a great time at Alder’s Beach House! It’s close to the ocean with beautiful views and nice cool breezes, and easy to get to beaches and hiking. The coach house is clean, modern and has everything you need. A great place to escape the summer heat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

Amazing relaxation!

My husband and I did a 4 night stay with our two dogs. We all felt instantly comfortable, absorbed being in birdsong, mountain view in the distance and water that's ever changing! The accommodation was so easy to acquaint ourselves with, allowing us to easily make meals and clean up. Hiking was steps outside, we had such a fun and relaxing stay and look forward to doing it again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry M.

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

Home away from home

We had an excellent stay. The accommodation was clean with all amenities. The hostess went out of her way to be accommodating. This place is beautiful with a great view of passing cruise ships. The wild blackberries growing in the yard were delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice relaxing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham E.

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

Get away

Lovely attention to detail we thoroughly enjoyed our stay except for 80 plus yr olds the stairs were brutal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B., Coquitlam, Canada

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

Wonderful home & location

The home is wonderful. Designed to accommodate every need. Christina is one of the best hosts we’ve met. The location is peaceful, connected to nature and super relaxing. Local walks and hikes to the ocean and forests are so accessible. I can highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Coleen B.

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

Lovely Peaceful Stay

We had a lovely peaceful time at Alder’s Beach House. The area is a paradise of beauty with amazing views and sunrises that you won’t quickly forget. The house is comfy with all you need for a comfortable stay. Our desire was quiet and away from the hustle of the city. It is the perfect spot to rejuvenate. Thank you for making us feel so welcome Christine, it was truly a pleasure.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E., Vancouver, BC, Canada

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

Special home special location

Everything was so streamlined and welcoming. The host was responsive. The property was extremely well equipped and comfortable. Elegance and comfort were the guiding principles it seems to me in making this vacation spot so amenable. Many thanks for sharing Alder House with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

marycorkill@yahoo.com C.

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

Couldn’t ask for more - incredible property!

I absolutely loved my stay at Alder’s beach house - it is a beautiful modern home that is stocked with everything one could want. The furnishings and linens are upscale and very comfortable, Christina was an exceptionally gracious host who made sure I had everything I needed and was friendly and approachable - I feel like I have made a new friend! I am very much looking forward to my next stay and highly recommend this property to anyone who is fortunate enough to find it available to book.
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Amazing!

Absolutely stunning property with a beautiful view of the ocean. Walking distance to a spectacular provincial park with scenic walking trails. We had the most wonderfully relaxing vacation and made the most of the well stocked kitchen. This place is truly beautiful and we cant wait to come back again. Thank you to our kind and gracious host Christina.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

One of the best places we have stayed in.

This welcoming, comfortable and well equiped property could not be improved. We weathered a winter atmospheric river during our stay, but even so managed long (wet) walks and were able to relax. The local shops for food are a drive away, so that has to be born in mind if you want to limit car travel. Otherwise parks, beaches etc. are all accessible by foot. Note: we did walk 15-20,000 steps a day, so accessible may be a relative term...
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

Absolutely Amazing

A beautiful perfectly sized property. Appointed with everything one might need, right down to most comfortable bed mattresses, Nespresso coffee, indoor and outdoor living space, laundry, you name it. Proximity to, and views of the water are stunning. Christina was wonderful. Close to many walking trails and sight seeing opportunities. A definite "put this on our list" property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Super comfy beach house

We had a fantastic stay at Alder’s Beach House. The area is great for exploring nature parks, beaches, local towns such as Comox, Courtenay and Campbell River. The property is perfect, very comfy, high end finishes and the kitchen has everything you need. We enjoyed the terrace and were able to sit out with a glass of wine and look out over the water. Watch out for the hummingbirds that visit the flower pots! We had great communication with Christina, will definitely be back next time we are on Vancouver Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

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

Amazing property

Our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids aged 15 and 14) and our dog really enjoyed our 4 night stay. The property is clean, quiet, well stocked and beautifully kept. One of the best properties we have stayed in with VRBO. The property is just a short walk to the beach, and a short drive to walking trails that the whole family and our dog enjoyed. The view from the expansive deck is stunning and the wind off the ocean was welcomed and enjoyed during the summer heat wave. Thank you for sharing your property with us Christina. We would not hesitate to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Beautiful home and location

Our stay was amazing. The owner got back to us right away confirming our stay, everything exceeded our expectations from check-in, to amenities and property location. We were able to hike some amazing hikes all within 5-30 minutes from us. We loved our mornings lounging overlooking the ocean. We used propane fire table on deck to keep us warm on cold days and the owners responded right away when we needed more propane. I highly recommend this home for comfort and convenience to many attractions in area. Thanks Christine and Mike for your outstanding hospitality. We will be back. Linda and Con
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H., Issaquah WA USA

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

Lovely

Just returned from a week at Aldergrove. Very happy with out stay and wish we could have stayed longer. The house is lovely and very well equipped. Lots of modern touches. There were a few, like the usb ports in the electical outlets, that I'm goingt to see about installing in our house. The furniture was comfortable, including the king bed. As most of who use vacation rentals know a bed can make or break a stay. The view was lovely and the deck made to take advantage of it. There was even a child gate at the top of the stairs so we didn't have to worry about our dog making the break for freedom. The only thing we found lacking was a table on the deck for outdoor dining, which is something we really enjoy. The teak patio furniture was quite comfortable and the dining area was just inside so it's not a huge issue. Squire our dog had a wonderful time too. He enjoyed sharing tale wags with Alder the roof dog and is not attempting to convince us to allow him on our roof (not going to happen).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

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

Amazing stay

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful rental. We saw seals and heard whales at night. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen T., Fredericksburg, Virginia

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

Alder's Beach Cottage

This cottage is absolutely beautiful, with every amenity we could ever want. The owners are the best hosts we have ever experienced--very thoughtful and helpful. We were greeted on arrival (late) and brought coffee creamer so that we did not have to do without the next morning (no time to grocery shop before we arrived). We received helpful hints about where to grocery shop, where to eat, places to go. We received freshly cut peonies one day from our hosts. This was our best vacation ever.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernard & Yvonne S.

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

Gorgeous ocean and sunrise views

This beautiful coach house was extremely well put together. Everything you could need was supplied. Beautiful surroundings. Whether it was a walk on the beach or through the neighbourhood. Conveniently located between Courtenay and Comox. A short drive either way. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. Overall a beautiful place for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

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