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Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman

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Beach nearby, beach towels
TV, books
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tofino, BC
  • Chesterman Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mackenzie Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Tofino

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chesterman Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Maquinna Provincial Marine Park with a stay here. Frank Island and Mackenzie Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Chesterman Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackenzie Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cox Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Tonquin Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rhino Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tofino Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Grill - ‬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.

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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 first aid kit
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 first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number LIC-2024-0125

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Chesterman Beach Fine Art Vacation House - Walking distance to North Chesterman Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chesterman artist house stay

Loved the proximity to the beach, beautiful neighborhood. The house is simple, affordable and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsey T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Aging Rental in Great Location

Clean upstairs with two small beds perfect for the kids, outdoor shower (found on day two) requires a little finesse to get to without upsetting interior finishes (no exterior access), very tired front landscaping and back elevated deck (deteriorated picnic table slowly returning back to the earth), generally clean interior with some black staining around upper windows (limited airflow around curtains), and nice two-sided gas fireplace (the unfortunately is only "off" or "full blast way too hot"). A pretty good accommodation, with the price reflecting what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Gillian B., Peterborough Ontario

Disappointing

Property is worn down and needs repainting and repairs throughout. Checked out early to stay elsewhere. Was refunded by owner. Location is ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location walking distance to beautiful Chesterman Beach

Older rental but it had everything we needed. Location was most important and it was good. About 4 blocks walk to the beach. Good hot outdoor shower on back deck. New deck chairs and table. Comfortable beds. Easy check in and out and responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimple P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy clean stay great location with amenities

We travelled with our elder son and dog.. it was just right . The house is well equipped with towels blankets and cozy throws. The kitchen is well stacked with cooking supplies and coffee tea makers .. we had ample free parking and the surroundings are safe and quiet . I enjoyed the books as well and read two of them . Smart tv lets you sign in to your personal Netflix and Prime accounts for movie night . Chesterman Beach is short walk away with easy access to the beach . We hiked biked surfed and drove down town for a quick bite and groceries.. overall totally loved the stay and place .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emily C.

Great location, needs some love

We had a great stay here, close to the beach. Open airy space. The unit itself could do with some TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Franzi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renée H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Again!

Our third stay at this property and it was awesome again! The large space and location to the beach made our getaway most enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting, funky property

This house is unique, a little run-down, hard to heat, comfortable bed, very uncomfortable couch, very lovely art on the walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic sutf trip

Great priximity to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

karly b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving getaway

Incredible location + gorgeous artistic place. Great for families and great for pets. Thanks so much for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie S.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

leah

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A nice spacious home. Access to the beach is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel W., Seattle WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is great!

There’s a path close by that leads to Chesterman Beach. The house is very nice and clean. Quiet neighborhood. The biggest draw for us was the closeness to our favorite beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great stay at this accommodation, everything we needed , clean comfy beds , nice linen and towels good response with the owner Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Yuet

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and have everything we needed, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Loved our stay! Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. House much bigger and airy than pictures show. A little maintenance required but nothing alarming or unusual at end of high season
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A., VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and easy acess to the beach

2 blocks from beach, roomy for 5 people, close to Chesterman beach, 10 minute ride to Tofino.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual stay

We book Esther's place every year and are never disappointed. The house is wonderfully set up to enjoy the inside and outside deck. The location is perfect for walking down to the beach for a surf. Esther herself is always kind and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tofino holiday

Overall a lovely stay and our rental was extremely comfortable. It's much larger than it looks from the ouside. Well equipped, maybe some tisues, but I'm not complaining. Plenty of cutlery, crockery and saucepans, etc. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024