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Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House

Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Overview of Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House

9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Nanaimo H, BC
  • Popular LocationLighthouse Restaurant3 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Brew Coffee House6 min walk
  • Popular LocationArrowsmith Golf and Country Club12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake Provincial Park20 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 7
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bathtub

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House

Located in charming seaside village of Bowser, near famous sandy beaches of Parksville (20 mins) and Qualicum Beach (15 mins)
Summer availability: Perfect getaway location for a couple or an extended family.
Fall Getaways: Fall is beautiful in the Oceanside area.
Book a golfing retreat or a spa getaway.
Enjoy local hiking, bicycling or just relax on the verandah.
Winter Stays: Escape the cold and snow. Come and golf at some of the excellent local courses within a few minutes' dirve of the house. Winters are generally mild.

Luxurious, modern, spacious (over 1900 square feet) three-bedroom, two-bathroom home beside the ocean. It's just 20 seconds from our verandah to a private beach, with wonderful views of a sweeping bay in the Georgia Strait, Denman and Hornby Islands from almost every room.

The master bedroom has a queen bed, ocean views, and full ensuite bathroom with a soaker tub and a separate shower. The second ocean view bedroom downstairs has a king bed that can separate into two super twins. The third bedroom has a double and a twin bed. All beds have quality linens.

The house is equipped with all the comforts of home including: gourmet kitchen, air-conditioning, high-speed and wireless internet, air-tight wood fireplace, large screen TV, Chromecast, Cable/DVD player/VCR/stereo, washer/dryer, and telephone (free local calls). There is a family room with a card table, books, games and puzzles, and office space.

Relax on the wide front verandah and enjoy the fenced garden with glorious views of the beach, a barbeque and a huge log picnic table for alfresco meals. Stroll along the beach and watch the wildlife, including seals, sea lions, whales, otters, and eagles, or harvest oysters and clams from our beach for dinner.

Bowser Beach House is a great base for a family vacation. The house is on a large bay facing Hornby and Denman Islands and you can walk and walk in either direction. It is a large, private, peaceful beach, only for the few houses on the bay. We are a quick and easy drive to more beaches: Qualicum Beach is 15 minutes and Parksville is 20 minutes away, and there are beautiful provincial parks with lakes, beaches and picnic areas within a few minutes drive of the house. Horne Lake Provincial Park, with its amazing caves and outdoor recreation activities is only a 10 minute drive away. There are ocean kayaks for rent in Deep Bay, 5 minutes' drive from the house.

The friendly village of Bowser is a 5 minute walk up the hill, and it has a fully stocked small supermarket with a wonderful on-site bakery, a grocery store, post office, coffee shop, gas station, hardware store, liquor store, a video/DVD rental, and even a library for that vacation reading. More shopping, country markets, organic eggs and meats, restaurants and pubs are just down the road.

Bowser Beach House is a wonderful base for a golfing vacation. There are several top class courses within a few minutes' drive of the house.

From December to March, Bowser Beach House is a perfect base for a family ski vacation at Mount Washington ski resort, with skiing, snowboarding and cross-country. Skiers have an easy 35 minute drive to the mountain top, and non-skiers have a relaxing base close to lots of other activities.

* Bowser is within easy driving distance of five superb golf courses.
* Only 20 minutes to the world class spa at Tigh-na-mara.
* Take a day trip to Denman and Hornby Islands, just a few minutes away by ferry.
* Only 15 - 20 minutes to the beaches at Qualicum Beach and Parksville.
* The famous Fanny Bay oysters, Island scallops, and more fresh, locally-caught seafood are a few minutes away.
* The ancient trees of Cathedral Grove, the goats on the roof at Coombs, and the beautiful waterfalls at Englishman River and Little Qualicum Falls are a short drive away.
* You will be perfectly situated for day trips to the rugged West coast of the island for whale watching.
* Enjoy local ocean kayaking or local wildlife ocean tours.





Keywords: House, vacation home, cottage, waterfront, ocean, view

Property manager

Kristina Eng

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House Qualicum Beach

About the neighborhood

Qualicum Beach

Located in Qualicum Beach, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the beach. Qualicum Beach Museum and Village Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Vintage Candy Shop and Cardboard House Bakery. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • The Vintage Candy Shop - 21 min drive
  • Coombs Old Country Market - 24 min drive
  • Parksville Beach - 28 min drive
  • Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park - 33 min drive
  • MacMillan Provincial Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Brew Coffee House - 6 min walk
  • Ship & Shore Family Campground & Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Tidal Taco Shack - 5 min drive
  • Thatch Pub - 85 min drive
  • The Denman Island Tea Co - 49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Coastal Retreat - Bowser Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Qualicum Beach vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club, Spider Lake Provincial Park, and PineRidge Farm Market. Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club and Heritage Forest are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super!
We had a great family gathering over Family Day weekend at The Bowser Beach House. The home was clean and well appointed with the all our needs. It had ample comfortable space for lounging and family activities. There is a small set of shops within walking distance where we found a small but decent grocery store, a cafe and a gift shop.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron & Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Loved the house.. super clean well appointed . Kitchen had everything .. The tv needs a remote rework and updated . Krystal came and assisted us . instructions would be helpful . We did arrive and the oven was broken . it would have been nice if they had given us a heads up as our meals were oven geared .. but the bbq worked for us .. loved the place 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister getaway
We loved staying in this beautiful clean house with an amazing view! It was so clean and comfortable and in a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to come back
It was a wonderful staying here and the house was perfect for our family. 4 generations under 1 roof making great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
Fabulous property.... Comfortable, right near the ocean. Handy to many walks and attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice place. Clean and spacious and had everything we needed. I should have researched location/beach more as we ended up driving every day to nicer beaches. The beach here was very rocky (rocks not pebbles) that my toddlers couldn’t walk unassisted on. But that is on me. Owner had great communication. The neighbors were very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rajavel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bowser Trip
Great location. Lovely property, very close to the beach. House is very spacious and well maintained. Only concern was towels, they must be professionally cleaned. We tried laundering it, but still could not get the smell out. Otherwise a great vacation, and would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
House was clean and bright, lots of windows! Beautiful view of the ocean and very quiet! Will definitely go back! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
March at Bowser Beach House
We just completed a wonderful month at the Bowser Beach House. Great accommodations and wonderful location. Thank you for a great month!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bowser House
Lovely location and the house was roomy well set up and stocked. We especially enjoyed the wood burning fireplace.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023