This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Chesterman Beach and Frank Island. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly!
Steps from South Chesterman Beach access trail, this stunning 3 bedroom cedar cabin is built on a private ½ acre property nestled within giant evergreens. Clayoquot Retreat is an original West Coast post and beam rustic cabin with 30 ft windows and updated amenities. Enjoy the outdoor hot shower after a beach walk/ surf, or cosy up to a fire with the wood-burning stove. Warm up in the hot tub while forest and star-gazing. Listen to the ocean waves as you sleep.
Clayoquot Retreat is perfect for families, a romantic get-away, or gathering of friends. The property includes a huge deck with a hot tub, outdoor table, propane bbq, and an outdoor fire pit in the forest with adirondack chairs. Inside, you will find a well stocked kitchen, wood burning stove, and good size dining table with seating for 6. The kitchen includes ample space for cooking on a cozy night in, with stainless steel appliances, an island, spices, a blender and hand mixer. For coffee drinkers, there is both a French press and a drip coffee maker, as well as a coffee grinder. We also provide a start-up of locally-made coffee beans from Tofino Roasting Co.
There is a master bedroom with queen bed and en-suite bathroom on the second floor. There are two bedrooms on the main floor: one with a queen bed and the second with a bunk bed and an adjacent bathroom. All beds have memory foam mattresses. Both bathrooms are newly renovated with heated slate floors and locally-made organic products (Botanical shampoo, soap and body wash from Tofino Soap Company and lemongrass hand soap from Mint in Ucluelet). The ensuite includes a stand up glass shower and the main floor bathroom includes a shower/ bath.
Outside, enjoy an outdoor hot shower perfect for warming up post-surf, as well as surf/ wetsuit drying rack. You will find wifi, books, board games, kids toys, two surf boards, and three boogie boards. We are family-friendly, and there are beach toys, kids and adult beach chairs, and a beach cart.
Other things to note: A long-term Tofino resident lives on the property in a separate suite (as per District Bylaws and new BC short-term rental regulations). They have a separate entrance around the back of the house to ensure your complete privacy. Please note there are a maximum of two parking spaces available, per Tofino regulations.
Come relax and unplug. We like guests to know that this is a cabin retreat by the ocean and as such, we do not have TV or cable. We do have high speed wifi for those looking for a remote work spot.
We are dog friendly. Please inquire about well behaved dogs – please note this is a bird sanctuary so please ensure your dogs don't chase shorebirds.
For those with mobility issues, the main floor queen bedroom and bathroom are fully accessible (The bunk bed room has three steps to enter and the other primary bedroom and ensuite are upstairs).
As proud Tribal Parks Allies, we are honoured to live, work, and play on the unceded Haḥuułi of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation and are committed to contributing to ethical tourism. We donate 1% of our earnings annually to the Tribal Park Allies for conservation and stewardship of the lands.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Kate
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 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
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
Check-in: 5:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number H131055269, 20240134
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home in Tofino is within a 10-minute walk of Chesterman Beach and Frank Island. You'll also find Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and Cox Bay Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly! ?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.
Does Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly! have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base), which is 3.7 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach), which is located 8.2 mi away (14-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly! ?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly! .
Clayoquot Retreat - Steps from South Chesterman Beach + hot tub. Dog friendly! Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Lorraine B., New Westminster, BC, Canada
Jun 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home near the beach
Our family of 4 adults and 2 babies had a wonderful 4 days at Clayoquot Retreat. It's a beautiful house with everything we needed - comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, space to relax, and within a few minutes walk of the beach. We made good use of the hot tub and the fire pit after the babies went to sleep. Kate was very responsive and helpful and even asked the landscaper to come at a time when the babies weren't napping! We had sunshine every day and enjoyed long walks on the beach, flying kites, and visiting the town. It was a memorable vacation!
Lorraine B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kate L., Olympia
Dec 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
The house was comfortable and cozy, and so close to the beach. We look forward to another stay here!
Kate L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fran R.
Dec 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderful 👍
Beautiful cabin, close to ocean,it was very relaxing.
Fran R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Terry D., Whitby Ontario Canada
Sep 13, 2024
Nice time in Tofino
Good location, nice beach, close to Tofino (~10 kn). Excellent bike trails