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

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Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

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
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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 and cats (limit 2 total)
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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 LIC-2024-0125

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 Naa’Waya’Sum 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 - 0.5 km
  • Mackenzie Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cox Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tonquin Park - 8 min drive - 5.5 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

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 Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 149 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily C.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renée H.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne T.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Fantastic sutf trip

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

10/10 Excellent

karly b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Yuet

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Jiti

Overall, the property is spacious with different sitting areas and 2 floors, its a 5 min walk to the beach and quiet neighborhood. Kitchen is decently equipped, but there were no bathroom soaps/shampoos. The place is relatively clean, but it could use some basic TLC. The outdoor deck definitely needs some attention. Given the location is so central to Chesterman Beach and walking distance to some shops/coffee/eating places we enjoyed our stay and would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Communication
We loved the location! The beach is really close, less than a 5 minute walk to one of the best beaches in Tofino. The house was cute, a little on the unkept side. While the BBQ did function, it was so rusty that it was not safe to use. Last thing you want is to poison your family while on Vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location, winderful large space. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantala H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Best time in Tofino!

Very great place, well located, walking distance from the beach and other local areas! Tofino was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

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.

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.

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

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Hosted by Esther

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Languages:

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

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