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8.8

Excellent

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

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Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

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Tofino, BC

Chesterman Beach6 min walk
Mackenzie Beach17 min walk
Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base)6 min drive
Cox Bay Beach7 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Family of 4 had a lovely 3 night stay at Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House. The house was a home, it had all you ...

Leanne B.

Jul 25, 2019

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

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

Premier Host

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO parties, loud music. Quiet time:10:30 pm to 7 am. School children in adjacent building Deck/tub access (9:30 pm) limited on school nights.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

Property Registration Number 20170222

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tofino

Located in Tofino, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesterman Beach and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Tofino Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Tofino, BC

What's nearby

Chesterman Beach - 6 min walk
Mackenzie Beach - 17 min walk
Tofino Botanical Gardens - 18 min walk
Cox Bay Beach - 7 min drive
Tonquin Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Shed - ‬6 min drive
‪Tofino Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive
‪Rhino Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
‪Tacofino - ‬10 min walk
‪Jeju - ‬6 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?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

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

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

8.8

Excellent

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

25 July 2019

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

Great seaside house.

Family of 4 had a lovely 3 night stay at Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House. The house was a home, it had all you could want for a getaway stay. The beds were comfortable and warm, the kitchen was well equipped and the lounge area was relaxing. Location was brilliant and the short walk to the beach from the house was like you had just stepped back into the forest. Tofino and surrounding locations is stunning. We loved our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Susan

11 June 2024

Liked: Communication

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.

1 June 2024

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

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.

28 May 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Andy T.

28 May 2024

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

Very Good

Exactly property close to beach and the park

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc J.

11 May 2024

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

Great place at Tofino and Chesterman beach!

It is simply a great place to stay. 5 minute walk to the beach and 5 minute drive to town and very spacious house.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

7 May 2024

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

Great spot right near North Chestermans beach. Easy walk to surf. It is far roomier than you perceive based on the images. Wonderful communication and great for a family. Note for anyone with little ones just learning to walk, the drop-down living area may keep you busy as they climb up and down the steps. I would absolutely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Corry G.

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

Minutes to the beach and minutes to the coffee shop! Great location being so central. Check in and out was a breeze. Wonderful paintings on the wall. Would have been nice to know more about the artist, there were no titles or bio posted in the house. While it wasn't dirty, it wasn't clean. Needed an over all deep cleaning. Back deck was odd to hang out on due to the fact that it had bamboo mats screening off any view, including the trees.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

5 Mar 2024

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

Beach getaway in beautiful Tofino

Incredible location, walking distance to beautiful Chesterman’s beach. Place was comfortable and relaxed.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renée H.

10 Jan 2024

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

Family Getaway

This was our second stay at this property. Awesome size and location. Fully equipped kitchen for our family meals. We look forward to coming back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Anna S.

5 Jan 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

dog friendly house close to the beach - a 3 star stay

The location is great, and dog friendly house is spacious Suggestions - some general upkeep would made this property more comfortable. For example the pocket door to the bathroom would not close (jammed) as was the patio door - came off the track. The fireplace was not working (owner mentioned this) but would have been really nice to have.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillie E.

27 Nov 2023

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

So lovely.

The house was bigger than I expected from the photos. It has a really relaxed lovely vibe. The 5 min walk to Chesterman cannot be beat. I would book again absolutely.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Susan A.

19 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tofino Surfing week

Location was great and worked perfect for our stay in Tofino. Place was clean but could definitely use some TLC in places inside and especially on the deck in the back which could use some Love for sure. We would book again but would be nice to see some updates out back especially if visiting in the warmer months in summer.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Blaire P.

17 Oct 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

The highlights of this property were the large, well appointed kitchen, the comfortable beds, the plush bathroom towels and the peace and quiet. The walk to Chesterman beach is only 4 minutes:) The entrance would have been more welcoming and have more "curb appeal" if there were a few flower baskets by the entrance and if the grass and foliage by the parking spot were tidier.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Don E., Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

2 Oct 2023

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

Just a clock from N. Chesterman

Stayed 4 nights. Great weather for late September. Home was more than adequate for our stay. It actually has beds for 8 people, but with a single bathroom that number might be a problem. For the three of us, just fine. Suggestions for improvement: Under counter lighting The working area in the kitchen is quite dark. Having the heat on prior to guests arriving would be a much nicer arrival than a cold, dark one. ….at least in the fall or winter, anyway. Having said that, we would not hesitate to stay again or recommend this home to our friends. These are minor

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie P.

1 Sept 2023

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

Guaranteed a wonderful stay

This is our third time renting Esther’s place! What can we say - she is a lovely host, her place is clean, comfortable, spacious, in a quiet neighborhood all within a 10 mins walk to Chesterman Beach. We have already booked again for next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Colette N.

13 June 2023

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

Good value walking distance to beautiful Chesterman Beach

Well equipped, bright kitchen. The house was clean. Not expensive compared to other locations in the area, so don’t expect 4-5*. The yard, garden, and patio need serious work.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Monica G.

4 May 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs TLC

Regarding the host, Esther, she was quick to respond to any concerns. For example, the cleaning service had failed to clean the floors and kitchen upon our arrival. There were not enough tea towels, paper towels, toilet paper and there were worn old bathroom towels for our use. Host promptly refunded the cleaning fee, informed us where to find new towels and cleaning supplies (and we found the toilet paper). Unit is in a nice quiet neighborhood and is a 5 min. walk to the beach. Appreciate greatly that it is a dog friendly unit. Parking on property for our vehicle. There is no backyard. Unit requires deep cleaning on the windowsills, tracks, screens, and baseboards. The deck is not pleasant to sit in due to the broken, falling down bamboo privacy screens. It desperately needs a new garbage can for kitchen. The sliding glass kitchen door to deck is not functioning and requires heavy maneuvering to open and close. Bed in master bedroom was ok. Bedding was very clean and smelled fresh. Beds upstairs are really meant for children. They are not comfortable for an adult. We had issue with the fireplace, resulting in us calling host as we needed to turn off the gas supply. A welcome binder with basic info regarding recycling and garbage expectations, house care would be helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Ellen

24 Apr 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Selena R.

22 Mar 2023

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

Family Stay In Tofino

Overall the cabin was clean and large with lots of space for our family of four and our large dog. Full kitchen and bath and the bathroom floor was a nice touch. And it's walking distance to Chesterman Beach, which is amazing! A few small issues - the sliding door to the deck is not working properly which made closing it extremely difficult. And there was not enough toilet paper or paper towel available (we called and asked for more but never got an answer so we bought our own). Overall we enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tiffany G.

14 Feb 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

Great location just a short walk from the beach. Very convenient!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

31 Dec 2022

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

Perfect Family Getaway

The property was as described. Fully equipped kitchen, perfect for all our family meals, and a dedicated dining area. The living space was very spacious! We really appreciated the artwork too! As for the location, it was awesome! A quick walk to the beach for our walks and water play! Loved our stay and look forward to staying there again.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rory D.

5 Dec 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This place was great. Close to beach and the fire was awesome after surfing. The hot outdoor shower was a highlight. Would stay again for sure.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

20 Nov 2022

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

Excellent place to stay!

This was my second time staying here, and I would definitely choose this property again! Great location with an easy walk to the beach and a short drive to town. Place had everything we needed and was spacious enough for our group. The only thing that was missing was the hot tub from the listing. Thank you for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

20 Oct 2022

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

Tofino Stay

Everything was as described. The house is well equipped and the paintings add to the decor. Esther responded quickly to all my enquiries. Easy access to the beach, which is a 5 minute walk through a trail close by. We found the location convenient. Except to get into Tofino proper, we walked everywhere, ie to Cox Beach, MacKenzie Beach, the Tonquin Connector Trail, and the Mud Flats trail.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022