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Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit

Beachfront vacation home near Chesterman Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Tofino, BC
  • Place, Frank Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chesterman Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Tofino

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Tofino vacation home, you'll find Chesterman Beach and Frank Island. Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Mackenzie Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Frank Island - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Chesterman Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackenzie Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tonquin Park - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ombré - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Great Room - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit

ALAQUA ON THE BEACH is a long-standing rental in Tofino that has been newly updated. Located DIRECTLY on North Chesterman Beach where you can watch the waves roll in while relaxing inside by the fireplace or step out onto the back deck to take in the view while enjoying your private hot tub or fire pit. You'll enjoy the sweeping views of the ocean and relax under midsummer's starry nights or drift off to sleep to the tranquil rumblings of the Pacific Ocean.

Location: Nestled within nearly 1 acre of lush foliage with 100 feet of ocean/beach frontage onto Chesterman Beach, Alaqua on the Beach offers private beach access and infinite views of the Pacific.

Kitchen & Dining (main level): The main living area has spectacular hand-crafted cedar ceilings with an open concept living area, dining and full kitchen! The panoramic views of the surf are the backdrop for any chef adventures, with a large kitchen island with comfortable bar seating for all chefs in training and a 6 seat dining table perfect for entertaining.

Living Area: Your comfy retreat after adventure is on the main open concept level with large smart TV with cable and a large gas fireplace.

Bedrooms: Alaqua comfortably accommodates 6 guests across three bedrooms.
Primary Bedroom: An expansive bedroom taking up the top floor with King size bed, large TV, balcony, reading nook and en suite bathroom. Please note there is no door separating the stairs down to the main level.
Second Bedroom (lower level): Queen bed with dresser and window of serene forest views.
Third Bedroom (lower level): Has a twin/double bunk bed.

Outdoor Space: A newly built exterior deck has seating perfectly situated for the ideal beach views from the propane built in firepit, hot tub and BBQ including an outdoor shower for post beach time!

On-Site Caretaker Suite: Please note that a long-term tenant resides on-site in a separate caretaker suite, as required by Tofino Bylaws for all licensed vacation rentals. The caretaker suite is completely separate from the guest accommodation; however, the driveway is shared. You will have private access to the entire vacation rental and all advertised amenities throughout your stay.


IMPORTANT Things to Know/Host Rules (This avoids complaints)
• No parties or events
• Amenities listed are those provided with the property.
• If you require specific items, please ask before booking and we will do our best to assist.
Renter's Agreement: All guests must sign the Renter's Agreement to confirm their reservation.
Age Requirement: The primary guest making the reservation must be at least 27 years of age.
Maximum Occupancy: In accordance with Tofino Bylaws, a maximum of six (6) guests is permitted, including infants and children. If the number of guests exceeds this limit, we reserve the right to terminate the reservation and require guests to leave the property without refund.
Minimum Stay Requirements: During peak summer season (July-August), a minimum stay of 5 nights is required (unless it fills a gap)
All summer bookings must be back-to-back to avoid gaps between reservations. During the summer season, reservation changes that create a one-night gap between bookings cannot be accommodated, as we do not accept one-night stays.
A minimum stay of three (3) nights is also required for all Canadian Statutory Holiday periods.
DOG Policy: Up to 2 dogs allowed only. All dogs must be approved AND PAID FOR prior to arrival. Guests who arrive with unregistered dogs or exceed the approved pet limit may be required to check out immediately. Dogs may not be left unattended in the property unless they are securely crated. Sorry no cats allowed.
Quiet Hours: Strict quiet hours are in effect from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please be respectful of our neighbours and the local community.
VRBO: Cancellation Policy: We offer a 30-day cancellation policy. Guests who cancel at least 30 days prior to their arrival date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival are non-refundable.
Accidental Damage Protection: A $10/day fee is already included in your reservation and covers accidental damages up to $1,000. This does not cover damages caused by parties, unauthorized events, negligence, misuse, or violations of house rules.


Proudly managed by Tofino Vacation Rentals
District Licence: LIC-2024-0041
Provincial Licence: H691181436

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Renters agreement must be signed
A deposit hold will be placed on the credit card prior to check in and released 2 days after departure
If the home is pet friendly, there is a $50 fee per pet, per pet

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 dogs max. No cats allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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 deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number H691181436, LIC-2024-0041

Property is also known as

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Alaqua on the Beach Chesterman beach home hot tub
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi (14-min drive) away from the Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit to downtown Tofino?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Tofino.

Alaqua on the Beach-N Chesterman, hot tub, firepit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the host was welcoming and the location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

barb h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great - clean, comfortable, luxurious accommodation. We had a problem with the BBQ, but the host was immediately responsive and accommodating once I reported it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauletta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we could think of was provided.Danielle was an amazing hostess who was so attentive!Views to die for. Hot tub was so relaxing. We would definitely recommend and will be coming back,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liese G.

Perfect View as well as access to the beach

This was a great spot to share dinners with family. Great access to swims (even on New Years) with quick retreat to the hot tub.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

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

Relaxation at its finest

Amazing location to walk the beach, have a fire or just relax in the hot tub. Amazing location would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Perfect Beachfront house

Fabulous location and easy house to spend time in
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Great location, comfortable cottage

Very smooth and well organized
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan J.

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

Fantastic Stay!!

What an awesome time. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Great place for a family vacation!

Stayed here with our young family, grandparents and our two dogs. It was an awesome place! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

OffShore Fishing A.

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

Snowy Feb

Nice place, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

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

Great stay in Tofino

Great house, fabulous location. The house was clean and comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica B.

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

Chesterman Beach Dream

Our stay at the property was amazing! Tofino rentals was awesome to communicate with. All aspects of this home could not have been any better with the location being the best part of it all! Kid and pet friendly. Would love to stay again soon. Tofino is the best place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dickson H.

Great location for our family holiday!

Great location nestled in the trees just steps off the beach but still bright and airy. Aquala is very comfortable and well equipped. Our surfers loved the direct walk to the waves, others loved the hot tub. Our second year booking with TofinoVR who are most helpful and responsive. We will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roman T.

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

Mystical Magical Tofino

We had an unbelievable stay. The place was amazing, so comfortable, beds awesome and we had great weather, cool but our children were in surfing. The host Steven Bick was amazing And what can we say about the beautiful Chesterman’s beach. Can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette K.

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

Great property, on the beach, spectacular views of the beach

The property was great, probably the best equipped of any property I have rented. The only thing it needs is one more electrical outlet in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R.

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

Wonderful house in a stunning location

We spent an excellent week over spring break here with our kids. The house was wonderful and the beds were really comfortable. The hot tub was perfect at the end of a cool spring day and the sunset views were nothing short of stunning. I highly recommend this house and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Would definitely stay here again

We had a wonderful time! What a beautiful location and property. The hot tub and gas fire on the deck were perfect. Having a hot outdoor shower was amazing too. Communication with the owner/property manager was great. I hope we can come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

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

Fantastic getaway

This property exceeded our expectations. The location couldn't be better, right off the beach and short drive to all Tofino hotspots. The beds were cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed winding down in the evenings with the hot tub and the big screen tv was a bonus for a late night movie. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

jasmine a.

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

Amazing view

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful property. There is no better view in the world. We had a couple of small problems but the host addressed them immediately. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Linda B.

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

Westcoast Adventure

Everything was great! We managed to get a couple of days of beautiful weather while we were there. Recommend 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

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

Did not disappoint!

Truly magical stay at the Alaqua on Chesterman Beach. This 3 BR beach house had all the amenities and more, with the most amazing views of the surf.... wish we had time to stay for longer. A true 5 star experience! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Alaqua on the Beach. What a special place. The home is in a perfect location with gorgeous light filled rooms and lots of space to stretch out and relax. While the home is dated, it is clean, comfortable, and communication is easy with the management company. We appreciated their willingness to work with some different requests that allowed us to do some tours and have our pets looked after in the home. We would be grateful to return to this home and the magic of Chesterman Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Wonderful, relaxing, special space with incredible views

We had an amazing time at the Alaqua in February with our two adult children. The open lovely space was wonderful, and we loved the big kitchen and round table for family dinners. We also liked how the master bedroom was separated from the other bedrooms. Our kids had the best time walking to surf and appreciated the outdoor shower. The views were incredible and we especially loved watching the surfers from the cozy living room and also from the hot tub! We hope to be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina K.

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

Amazing Property

We truly loved the living room area, we spent most of our time in the living room, hot tub and beach. What a lovely home and had a lot of great things for all of us. We love pillows, lots of pillows, lots of blankets to be cozy and great about of dishes so we only had to run the machine onces a day. Great communication with the property manager and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024