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The Light Keepers Houses (Photo courtesy of Dave Greening)
View from Signal Hill National Historic Site
Assistant Light Keeper's House, Fort Amherst, St. John's, NL
Living room - kitchen
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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St John's, NL
  • George Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Port of St. John's
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!

Situated on the edge of The Narrows at the entrance to the Port of St. John’s, a beautiful and unique vacation home located in a former light keeper’s house at Fort Amherst - the site of the first lighthouse in Newfoundland and one of the most photographed sites in the province. This property is one of two vacation homes operated at the Fort Amherst Light Station. The head light keeper's residence is also available for rent, please visit our listing at vrbo #469496.


House completely renovated, beautifully and tastefully decorated. Two bedrooms (one with king-size bed and one with twin beds) each with flat screen TVs, pull out sofa bed, two full bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Front deck with views of Signal Hill and the harbourfront. Sit back and watch the boats entering and leaving St. John’s Harbour. Enjoy whale watching from our large rear deck overlooking the spectacular Atlantic Ocean. Depending on the season lucky guests will have amazing views of icebergs along the coastline. Entrance point to the East Coast Trail just steps away.

Minimum three-night rental. Off-season rates available.

*Please note that rates are displayed in USD when viewing Rates and Availability Calendar. Can change to CAD at top of screen. Rates are computed in CAD when booking.*

We are now accepting bookings for the head lightkeeper's house. This two-story, 3-bedroom/3-bath house has been completely and beautifully restored and renovated. The listing is located at vrbo #469496.

Our vacation homes have been featured in newspapers across Canada.

Keywords: vacation home, short term rental

Property manager

Owner/Manager

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John's

Located in St. John's, this holiday home is by the ocean. Port of St. John's and Pippy Park Golf Course Driving Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterford River Walk and Harbourside Park. George Street and Railway Coastal Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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St John's, NL

What's nearby

  • George Street - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • The Rooms - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Port of St. John's - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site - 14 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagel Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bannerman Brewing Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bellissimo Bistro & Espresso Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Battery Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smoke's Poutinerie Inc - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps away from Fort Amherst Lighthouse and Fort Amherst. Railway Coastal Museum and Waterford River Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Wonderful

What a wonderful, cozy cottage with an amazing view. You're able to watch boats go in and out of the harbor as well as the expansive ocean and coastline to the south.Easy to get to and close to many restaurants and shops.The cottage itself Has nice, large windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Lighthouse & ship watcher's dream

The ability to watch and hear ships come & go from this fantastic view point is beyond belief. Artania's, cruise ship, one long blast plus two short as she SALUTED the Harbour upon her departure and again as Signal Pilot, the pilot vessel, left her starboard side to return to the Harbour. The fog horn was like music to our ears and upon return one day discovered that we couldn't hear it from the chain's location down the road. It was like the sound was just for us and those on sea ... another great memory. The l/r windows offered views of the Harbour and the Atlantic and the kitchen window, over the sink, the Atlantic too. The "port hole" type window in the side hall provided a perfect photo frame for ships and rainbows too. So glad that my sister found "you" and really enjoyed the view and the location too. Our hosts went above and beyond and their help and feedback was appreciated more than words can say. We definitely enjoyed our stay and would recommend it over and over again. Thank you, thank you very much for sharing this slice of heaven.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole O.

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

A dream of ours!

My husband spent some years serving in the International Ice Patrol, flying in and out of St. John's. He has had a beautiful, framed print of the Amherst Lighthouse on the wall in his office for about 20 years. We were so excited to see the property available as a rental, when we planned our trip. The house is very comfortable, with lots of windows to watch the ships going in and out of the harbor. The kitchen had all the appliances I needed to prepare meals. The supply of condiments and bottled water was an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Can’t beat the view!

A great view from the home! The drive up was a little
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meena D.

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

Total Immersion in Nature

A unique experience. Staying at the assistant lighthouse keeper's house allowed us to be a few metres from the ocean. It was a quiet and serene experience. A perfect place for reflection and peaceful coexistence with nature. We watched the ships go past in the harbour and saw the St. John's waterfront and Signal Hill on the rock from a distance. A memorable vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Inn Keeper's Lighthouse

Awesome location and home. Weather was great. One night of rain and foghorn - Hurricane Ernesto passed by. The horn was not bad at all. Sounded a bit like a train in the distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denica H.

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

Destination wedding accommodations

Home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Amazing place!

Wonderful place with incredible views. We even watched whales for an entire evening!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

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

An amazing location and wonderful home

The pictures on the VRBO site don’t begin to tell you how amazing this location in St. John’s is. We stayed 12 nights and never tired of looking out the windows. The view changed constantly, as the St. John’s weather is always changing. Amazing foggy views, amazing clear weather views, amazing sunrise views, amazing nighttime views. And… on top of all that the house is very well done, in great (like new) condition and is very comfortable. A home run stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce R.

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

One of a Kind

Comfortable accommodation in a one of a kind location. No better spot to watch the ships come and go from the harbour. Close to the city without being in the hustle and bustle. And if you get caught out in the fog, you can just follow the sound of the fog horn back to the front door.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

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

Light Keepers Cottage❣️

Just what we had hoped for 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Elevate the St John’s experience by 100%!

The view, the sounds, the house, the birds, the ships… you won’t be disappointed
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver W.

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

Authentic place

Tastefully furnished, very well equipped. We spent 4 wonderful days in the house on the cliffs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tekla K.

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

Amazing location and stay

Wish we had weeks instead of a night so amazing to stay there, home was lovely and warm, though it was foggy we loved the lighthouse
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

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

Location is everything!

Hard to oversell this property. There are advertised ocean views, ...and then there is this property. Well appointed, clean and comfortable, it makes for a perfect base to enjoy Saint-John's. And you have a front row seat to everything that comes and goes through the narrows! The property is very private, being located on a rocky bluff as it is. You do get the odd foot visitors who come and enjoy the spectacular views, but it's really not an inconvenience as yours are the only vehicles allowed. And the side deck is very private. About the lighthouse and fog horn... they are both operational aids to navigation... it does add to the charm no doubt, ...but the fog horn can become a bit of a thing if you're unlucky with the weather. Ear plugs help some, but its quite loud (.. as it should be). The views and feel of the place more than made up for what was an, er, interesting first foggy night on our stay. We'd happily roll the dice on the weather again if given the opportunity though. The views are that good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rejenthan R.

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

One for the books!

It was an awesome experience from day 1. The hosts were super helpful and always available when you need them. If the opportunity comes up we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Magical Christmas-time Stay

Charming, magical, scenic delight, comfort-plus sleep, hiking East Coast Trail out your door. Wonderful, thoughtful Property Manager's: Nicole and Peter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ileiren P.

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

Would give 7 stars if I could.

Stunning views, beautiful clean home with perfect amenities. The sound of waves on sunny days and the fog horn in the mist were atmospheric and oddly relaxing. Owners went above and beyond to accomodate us and make our bucket-list trip memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Amazing location!

We can’t believe we had the opportunity to stay in this one-of-a-kind home! It was comfortable and relaxing inside and spectacular and exciting outside. Watching huge ships and small boats motor in and out of the harbour, being steps from the lighthouse and foghorn, looking up at Signal Hill just across the harbour…unforgettable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ileiren P.

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

Stunning location

Better than we even anticipated. The view broight my mother to tears. We cant wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Panoramic View...

The property is on a point of land that overlooks the ocean. Be aware that there can be fog there and the light house is right beside the property which adds to its charm. We had plenty fog and were serenaded by the fog horn. I enjoyed the horn, actually. It just becomes background sound even through the night. The fog is even a magical thing the way it moves! We also had beautiful sunny weather so stay for a few days to catch a variety of weather conditions. We enjoyed it all very much. The entry to the property is narrow so check in in the daylight to get your bearings. Beds were comfortable. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Best view in St John’s!

I can’t imagine a more exquisite place to stay while visiting St John’s. The view of the harbor, boat traffic, the sea, gorgeous lighthouse, and the East Coast Trail a few feet from your door. The assistant lighthouse keeper’s home is spacious, clean, with comfortable beds and a full kitchen. Do bring ear plugs in case of fog-the fog horn is required when it is dense.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

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

Stunning!

Beautiful property and location. Exceptionally appointed! If we return to NL, will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

What a lovely way to spend a vacation in St. Johns

Very clean and comfortable. Stunning location, even with the odd fog horn. Really helped to have laundry available. Efficient checkin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Location, location, location

Being right on the point of the narrows was amazing. The view was breathtaking. The assistant light keepers house was perfect. Big windows facing the lighthouse and the water. A beautiful sight all day long. The home was cozy, comfortable and clean. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Manager

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The owner, Peter Gill, is the grandson of Leo Power, one of the longest serving light keepers at the Fort Amherst lighthouse. Peter operates Fort Amherst Vacation Homes along with his wife Nicole.

What makes this property unique

All the benefits of a sea side property in outport Newfoundland with the convenience of being located in the city. See the downtown lights from the front deck. A 5-minute drive to downtown. Entrance to the East Coast Trail just feet away.

Languages:

English
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