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Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access

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view from behind the cottage
The great Arbutus tree on lower deck
Outside deck
covered front porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Pender Island, BC
  • Browning Harbour Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sea Star Vineyard
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
    ‪83 min drive‬
  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access

This deluxe cottage sits on Ainslie Point at the head of Bedwell Harbour with waterview on three sides. You will have access to our private dock and beach plus be able to catch your own fresh crab for a special dinner. The large deck area offers extended outside living both undercover and in the open surroundings. Enjoy the feeding hummingbirds, the Otters playing on the dock, the deer perusing the garden as well as watching the passing marine traffic.

You can enjoy a special romantic/quiet time and/or participate in the activities of this unique ecological area preserved by the Islands Trust. This location is central to galleries, hiking, disc golf, a nine or 18 hole golf course, restaurants, the world class 'Poet's Cove' and much more.

Off season is just as beautiful as the summer months - warmed by a fireplace and sometimes beautified by a layer of delicate snow.

Keywords: Cottage, oceanfront

Property manager

Mack Foster

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Use of Rowboat, canoe and crab trap are the sole responsibility of the 'renter'

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number H708416072

About the area

Pender Island

Located in Pender Island, this cottage is by the ocean. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Browning Harbour Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and Bellhouse Provincial Park. Dinner Bay Japanese Garden and Saturna Recreation and Cultural Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Pender Island, BC

What's nearby

  • Browning Harbour Marina - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sea Star Vineyard - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Pender Island Museum - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Otter Bay Marina - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 83 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennett Bay Bistro - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Vanilla Leaf Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Montrose Local - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Slow Coast Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pender Island Community Services Society - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Driftwood Centre and Browning Harbour Marina. Sea Star Vineyard and Pender Island Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madeline E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pender Haven
Lovely location, quiet, private cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay!
My family and I have been visiting Pender Island almost every summer for years, and this is the first time we stayed at Ainslie Point Cottage. We were very impressed by how clean, comfortable and well stocked it was. The kids loved playing on the private beach. Alma was a lovely and communicative host. Thank you for the wonderful stay, we would love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Relaxing Stay
We had a fantastic week at this beautiful cottage. The ocean views are spectacular. The location is lovely and peaceful. Mack and Alma were wonderful hosts. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sooo amazing
The cottage is exactly as described. It’s very clean, water access is phenomenal and you can fish and crab from the dock. The hosts are incredibly kind and very responsive. This is an excellent property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay on Pender!
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage in August - from seeing otters, deer, seals and osprey, to swimming in the ocean every day, all aspects were delightful! Alma and Mack (and Callum) were fantastic hosts, we hope to visit again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two splendid weeks
Professional standards, delightful hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful oasis
The cottage is a great place to relax with private beach access from which to launch our kayaks. It was comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. We appreciated the wildlife and the regular boat traffic. The views of the water and the peace and quiet were what we enjoyed the most.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

victoria r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exceptional stay, gorgeous cabin & ocean setting & great people
superb cottage on water with excellent dock and shore, with warm kind hosts and amazing hikes in the area. Far surpassed our exceptions. Hosts so kind, checking in on us. Amazing place, one of my favourite places in BC.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ainslee Point cottage is absolutely wonderful
We had an absolutely wonderful time staying in the Ainslee Point cottage. Alma and Mack were very kind and considerate. The cottage is beautifully set up with everything you could possibly need. The location is just stunning. We loved being within walking distance to so many great hiking trails, ie mount Norman. We enjoyed canoe rides in their beautiful bay. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Silence
We were happily surprised when we arrived to see the property we saw on line was so much than we anticipated...breathtaken. Alma, Mack and Callem were super hosts. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home and its surrounding. Also, allowing us to try our hand at crabbing though we were not lucky to catch any. There's always next year. Thank you again Alma and Mack.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M., uk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Magical Place
What a wonderful magical place. We spent an idyllic few days at Ainslie Point Cottage with everything we could possibly need. The cottage was spotless and really well equipped including tea, coffee, and other store cupboard items as well as washer, dryer and we even had the use of a rowing boat or canoe too. Best of all was the magnificent view soaked up from the comfy sofa on the veranda or from the chairs on the large deck. Thank you Alma and Mack for sharing this corner of paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Peaceful and beautiful.
The most important feature of the cottage was the extraordinary view over the water and small islands at the head of Bedwell Harbour. Second was expansive deck, covered and uncovered that allowed one to just relax and stare. Cottage is comfortable and well maintained with all amenities one could want. Use of canoe and crabtrap was bonus that we took advantage of to our delight but the crabs’ chagrin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband's all-time favourite holiday!
We just spent a fabulous week at Alma and Mack's cottage on Ainslie Point. It is truly a paradise there. We had every kind of weather, from power-outing storms and torrential rains to warm sun and clear skies, and the cottage (with its spacious surrounding decks) was the ideal place to be. My husband loved snorkelling from the dock and all around the shore, and there were wonderful hikes and viewpoints nearby. Alma and Mack are charming hosts, and have provided everything one could possibly need. What a perfect way to bring in fall!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Juanita J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
This is a beautiful property and a one of a kind experience. We stayed 6 nights and loved every minute of our stay. The cottage is amazing and extremely well thought out in every detail. We really enjoyed meeting Alma at check-in and then Mack at the end of our stay. I could write about all of the beautiful details but will leave for you to discover. We would love to visit again soon. Thank you Alma & Mack!!! Anytime you need responsible caretakers at Ainslie Point - we are happy to rent again if you’ll let us 💕
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Loren M., Victoria BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinarily peaceful setting
This was our third stay at this property for my husband and me. Once again, we found it the ideal setting for a peaceful, private, and relaxing getaway. The cottage is the perfect size for two people and it is bright and sunny inside. We spent almost all our time just hanging out on the large deck looking at the ocean, listening to the birds, and watching the boats slow down to go under the bridge. There are a couple of good hikes within a short walk from the property. Mack and Alma are friendly and helpful hosts, and always available when we had questions. We feel very lucky to have found this place and have already booked to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loren M., Victoria BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Consistently great!
My husband and I came to the cottage for our second time for our weeklong holiday. It was every bit as good as the first time! Mac and Alma are amazing hosts who made us feel welcome and relaxed. The property is gorgeous and quiet, but with the visual interest of watching all the boats go by heading for the bridge. It’s hard to imagine a nicer deck. At any time of day you can choose between full sun, dappled sunlight from the Arbutus tree, or full shade. We can’t wait to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H., Victoria, BC, Canada

Bright, peaceful, comfortable and a terrific view.
Alma and Mack, thank you again for letting us stay at your fabulous cottage this past weekend. We weren't exaggerating when we said it is the nicest one we have stayed in so far. Mike asked me what I look for when I pick a place for us to stay, and I said I look at the bedroom, that it doesn't look outdated, or has a bedspread that was probably embroidered by someone's grandmother. And I look at the living room furniture, because it's quite possible we may have to be sitting inside due to the weather. Your cottage was wonderfully decorated, and the new reclining chairs you have are extremely comfortable. So often rentals are where all the outdated and tired things end up from the renters main house. This is certainly not the case with your cottage. It was a delight.

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

A bright, peaceful oasis
Alma and Mack, thank you for sharing your exceptional property with us. Ainslie Point Cottage was one of the most calming and relaxing places we have ever visited. The cabin was quite comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. The open layout kitchen/living room/dining room and decks offered plenty of space and were the perfect size for the two of us. Although we visited many of the sights on North & South Pender Island, we enjoyed kayaking Bedwell Harbour and relaxing on the deck the most. The fact that your property is on a cul-de-sac, close to over 240 acres of Mount Norman/Beaumont Marine Park, part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, was a bonus. We loved the quiet and being surrounded by nature. We were constantly entertained by the regular sightings of deer, dragonflies, eagles, hummingbirds, ducks, geese, otters, and seals. We appreciate that you were easy to reach and responded to all of our questions or emails. Callum was a welcoming and charming watch-dog. Rain or shine, our stay was endlessly relaxing and beautiful. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sonya K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and cozy
Wonderful hosts and cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pender Island Fall Getaway
Beautiful, relaxing, home away from home. Alma and Mack excellent hosts. Enjoyed meeting the two Westies Callum and Brennen. Planning our return visit in 2022.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage, private beach, very steep driveway!
A pleasant little cottage with amazing views on a South Pender Island cul-de-sac with easy access to several trailheads and viewpoints. The driveway's got a pretty crazy slope, so if you're driving, be sure you have good brakes and good treads on your tires! (There was a storm while we were there, and the driveway was so densely covered with wet pine needles that we literally could not get enough traction to get our truck out of the driveway!) Thankfully, Alma and Mack are considerate hosts and cleaned up the driveway with a leaf-blower so we could get out. I think this wouldn't normally be a problem, but it's worth knowing about if you'll be there during the rainy season. Otherwise, a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jolynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View! View! View!
We absolutely loved our stay at Ainslie Point cottage. We just left today and already can't wait to return. We spent countless hours on the incredible deck enjoying the stunning view and our pup did too. We never tired of watching the hummingbirds and seals. The location and property were very serene and tranquil. We appreciated how close the cottage was to Beaumont Trail and Mt. Norman-easy walking distance to these trails. Thank you for sharing this gem with us Alma!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Was a beautiful and relaxed get away. Cabin was perfect and in an amazing location.

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
just what we needed, quiet relaxing and the settling fantastic

10/10 Excellent

Scott B., canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
there is no better place for two.
a place for two.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mack Foster

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My husband and I have owned the property since 1993. We built the cottage shortly after and used it with family and friends for 10 years. In the last 8 years we completed building our retirement home on the same property and live there full time. The cottage is now available for rent and we love to share this beautiful location with others. The cottage has its own view and is separated from our home by trees.

Why they chose this property

The self contained cottage has all the amenities of a full house. It is private and has beautiful water views on 3 sides.

We had a wish list for the property of our dreams for retirement and traveled to all the Southern Gulf islands over several summers til we found this perfect spot. Enjoy your stay!

What makes this property unique

Renters have access to the beach and boat dock, with use of a canoe and rowboat (along with life jackets) and a crab trap.
The cottage has large outer decks, a fold out futon, swinging chairs, varied deck furniture and an outside BBQ . This provides full outside living surrounded by glass railings, a mixture of trees types and a stunning water view.

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