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A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat

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Mount Arrowsmith and Craig Bay from the kitchen
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Nanoose Bay, BC
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Parksville Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Qualicum Beach, BC (XQU)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1-Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2-Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3-Ground Floor Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat

BC Short Term Registration # H599216838
A 2500 square foot property overlooking Craig Bay. With great indoor / outdoor flows. It is great for big family trips or sharing with friends. It was previously used as the reception suite for wedding parties given it's size, it's layout and great artwork.
3 large bedrooms, all with adjoining bathrooms,coffee making facilities and televisions.
The master bedroom (275 sq feet) has a luxury super king bed, a jacuzzi bath, gas fireplace and outdoor access to the front deck and the views over the Bay. We have recently moved the sofa bed into this room. Great for keeping the kids close.
The second upstairs bedroom (360 sq foot) has a luxury queen bed and a queen size sofa bed nearby. Ideal for a young family who want to share. Access to the outside balconies is ideal for providing a hide-away and for keeping the place cool in summer.
The other ground floor Bedroom also has a queen bed, tv, coffee making facilities and an outside private deck area (187 sq foot)
The Living Room is very spacious (286 sq foot) with cathedral ceilings and some great art work. It also has plenty of comfortable queen seating for those big family holidays.
Our home comfortably sleeps 8-10.
Recently upgrade satellite coverage, gives you TV on demand.
The Kitchen is open plan with a breakfast bar and great views over the Bay (138 sq foot + 192 sq foot). The morning views are even better when you are first up with your cup of coffee/tea in hand.
The adjacent Dining Room (168 sq foot) adds to the open plan feel and with a sky light it adds to the light and airy feel. Comfortably seats 8.
With a huge makeshift table, we have had many evening diners with over 12 people. Again great for adding to your holiday memories whilst enjoying family and friends watching the sun go down. You might even see our resident bald eagle if you are out there for lunch. The Patio area covers 300 sq foot + a lawn area of 800 sq feet).

Property manager

Gary McElroy

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside in the deck area.
No Events strictly enforced. Thank you.
Only 1 pet. Strictly Enforced. Thank you.
Maximum overnight10 guests. Strictly Enforced. Thank you.

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 H599216838

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nanoose Bay

Located in Nanoose Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Coombs Old Country Market and Woodgrove Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parksville Beach and Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. Wilde and Sparrow and Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf 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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Nanoose Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Parksville Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Parksville Beach - 11 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Gun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A luxurious 3 bedroom oceanside retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nanoose Bay holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Wilde and Sparrow, Parksville Museum & Archives and Craig Heritage Park and Museum. Rathtrevor Beach and Top Bridge Community Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Great stay

Lovely stay in a great residence. Very well kept & managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

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

Wow!!!

What a beautiful rental. It was easy to find and it is such a nice house. It had everything we needed and steps away from the beach. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Nanoose bay beachfront

Lovely stay at Gary’s which had everything we needed. It is very well stocked!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful stay with family

Plenty of room for nine adults. Location is great with some nice trails from right in front of the property. Great communication with Gary. Thanks so much for letting us enjoy the pace with our family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Happy 65th to us!

We are a group of nine women turning 65 this year who have been friends since childhood. This well-appointed rental was the absolutely perfect gathering place for us! Gary responded quicky to any questions. The view was amazing and we enjoyed lovely walks in the area.This home was the backdrop to a wonderful celebration and we will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Beautiful thanksgiving weekend

Wonderful place that allowed for many great memories. Great amenities including hot tub, pickleball, and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Great family get together!

The lay-out and services in the home was great for our purposes, which was gathering for a family birthday. It wasn’t clear from the advert that the unit is in a large resort. We like to go for hikes - unfortunately no info on this provided. 10:00 is an early checkout.but we managed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Terry D.

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

Beautiful Place on the Estuary

A couple of nights to explore nearby attractions. Great place, well stocked. Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph E.

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

Nanoose bay

Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Very nice property and location

The house was great! Plenty of space for our family trip with 3 families and it included everything we needed. Great location right on the beach and easy access to Qualicum Beach and Parksville.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Was great location Lots of room for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

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

Wonderful!

This house is fantastic! The location is quiet, yet perfect for exploring the area. Everything was clean and well stocked (bring your own shower soap and shampoo). We enjoyed the variety of artwork in the home, and the views from the house and the property can't be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen Hsu and Enoch C.

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

Amazing

This is by far the best vacation rental on the island. Gary’s place has everything. We are coming back for another year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

susandharris52@yahoo.ca H.

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

Family reunion

This VRBO meet our needs. Loved the location and the space. Enjoyed the resort amenities! Great time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Great location, perfect for family get-together.

This is a great 3 bed/3 bath townhome located right next to the beach. Each of our family units had their own space. Location to Parksville and area make it ideal to do short day trips to surrounding areas. The amenities are good. Owner provides quick responses. Sunsets are gorgeous from the back patio!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trishna R.

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

Great place for a quick get away

We had a great stay .Highly recommend this lovely home! It was clean, well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Beds were extremely comfortable. Excellent communication from the host very clear and easy check in and check out information. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

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

Tranquility Pacific Shores

Super stay, accommodations were very clean, excellent kitchen resources, great guide books and tourist info available. Extremely quite and oceanfront stay. Loved the 3 bedrooms and master had a pull out couch as well, worth every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

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

Oceanfront fun

Perfect location for little’s to hang at the beach and access to the ocean for water activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivana P., Victoria, Canada

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

Great location, great accommodations

This unit fits us perfectly. Comfortable, clean, and convenient to everything. We look forward to this vacation every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

takashi n.

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

family siblings and spouses get together

great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

dave l.

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

Excellent!

Beautiful house, very spacious, and clean, great location. The host was great, very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Family gathering

Great location. Great house with all 3 couples having own bedroom and bathroom......Surrounding areas close.....Beautiful views and scenery and common area down by lake friendly and courteous.....Thx
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

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

Perfect Family Location for all ages

This unit worked perfectly for our group ranging from ages 11 to 84! Comfortable, spacious and wonderful walking trails are just steps away! Gary was very helpful and was quick to answer all my questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Beautiful house & location

We loved the place. Our children (8,5,2) really enjoyed the location due to the beach and seaside. We loved the space and the layout of the house. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Kerry W.

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

Great

Spacious and comfortable. Cluttered kitchen cabinets
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gary McElroy

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We live in New Zealand and bought the place from our great friends so that we could carry on a tradition of our annual summer family holiday's.
I had 2 younge girls who just loved exploring for crabs and shells on the beach. It's one of the best parts of their year and they have it planned months in advance.

Why they chose this property

Though we were best mates whilst I lived in the UK, the family that we bought it from are very much seen as our extended family. It's a great place to build happy memories.

What makes this property unique

Pacific Shores Resort is a great location for a holiday or a break-away. We have one of the best units, certainly the largest, and likely the best views.

Languages:

English