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Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit

Vacation home with a sauna, near Chesterman Beach

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Outdoor dining
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Cedar Sands, a custom-built, rustic three-bedroom house in Tofino's charming neighborhood near Cox Bay. Spend your days lounging on the balcony with a hot tub and BBQ or unwind around the outdoor fire pit at night. With its open-concept living area and spacious kitchen, this home is perfect for entertaining friends while enjoying all that Tofino has to offer.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit

CEDAR SANDS located by Cox Bay Beach: Welcome to your home away from home. Located within walking distance to Cox Bay (approx. 10 min), one of Tofino's renowned surf beaches, Cedar Sands is a custom built, rustic, three bedroom house.

There are two comfortable bedrooms located on the main floor, plus a charming loft-style bedroom upstairs ( third floor)—perfect for kids or anyone who loves a cozy, elevated space. The home features two bathrooms: a shared bathroom with a stand-up shower, and a private ensuite with a deep soaker tub, ideal for unwinding after a day of adventure. Enjoy the open-concept fully stocked kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living room, offering plenty of space to play games, read a book, share a meal, or gather around the cozy wood-burning fireplace.

Gather around the outdoor fire pit, where the kids can enjoy roasting marshmallows while the adults unwind and soak in the joy of quality family time. Relax in the newly added wood barrel sauna — perfect after a day of exploring Tofino and all it has to offer. After a surf session, rinse off in the outdoor shower, or use it as a refreshing cold plunge between sauna rounds. Upstairs, the deck features a hot tub and a comfortable seating area, ideal for extra relaxation or entertaining under the stars. There is so much to see and do on the West Coast of Vancouver Island - make this house your base camp for your next adventure!

We welcome families, friends, and pets to enjoy our home and all Tofino offers!

✅ Outdoor fire pit
✅ Wood barrel sauna
✅ Outdoor shower
✅ Surf rack (convenient storage for your boards)
✅ Upper deck with hot tub and seating area
✅ Open-concept kitchen
✅ Spacious living room
✅ Wood-burning fireplace
✅ Game-friendly layout
✅ Cozy reading and gathering spaces
✅ 2 parking spots
✅ Pack 'n Play for little ones
✅ High chair
✅ Washer and dryer (for added convenience during your stay)



Host Rules:
Renters agreement must be signed to confirm the reservation

Age restrictions: must be 25 years or older to book

Tofino Bylaw only allows 6 guest (max) to stay at the property

During peak summer season (July-Aug) 3 night min. If you try to book and receive a "host unavailable" message but the calendar appears open, please send us a message as our software has a few booking rules and may require us to override it.

3 night minimum stay for all Canadian Statutory Holidays

2 dogs max with and must be owner approved.

Please note: A long-term tenant lives on-site in a separate caretaker suite as per Tofino Bylaws

Strict Quiet Hours: 10pm to 8am - please be respectful of the neighbours and locals!

Cancellation Policy:
• We require 30 days' notice.
• If you cancel outside of this period, you'll receive a full refund (minus any pesky 3rd party fees they may collect).
• If you cancel within the 30 days, the reservation is non refundable

Accidental Damage Protection: Accidental Damage Protection is included in the total cost of your reservation—there is no additional fee after booking, as it is automatically applied at the time of purchase. This coverage protects against accidental damages up to $1,000 that may occur during your stay.
Please note: This protection does not apply to damages caused by parties, unauthorized events, or negligent behaviour. It is strictly intended for unintentional mishaps that may happen while you're staying in the home.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Renters agreement must be signed
A deposit hold will be placed on the credit card prior to check in and released 2 days after departure
If the home is pet friendly, there is a $50 fee per pet, per pet

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: 2 dogs max with a $50 fee (plus tax) No cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Registration Number LIC-2024-0118, H736439892

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Cedar Sands: hot tub, 10 min walk to Cox Bay Beach Tofino

About the neighborhood

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Tofino, BC

What's nearby

  • Cox Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chesterman Beach - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Frank Island - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mackenzie Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shed - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddy's Fish Fry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jeju - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cox Bay Beach and Chesterman Beach. Frank Island and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Cedar Sands-Cox Bay, Sauna, Hot Tub, Wood Fire Pit Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

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

Great Place to stay at Cox Bay

Enjoyed our stay in this very nice home in Tofino... We (all 6 of us) enjoyed the hot tub, games, Television and the short walk to surf at Cox Bay ...dogs loved it too! would recommend this accommodation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Great place to have a great time!!!

Beautiful accommodations, quiet and peaceful. Beds are cozy, never ran out of hot water. Hot tub is clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel J.

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

Cedar Sands

Offers a great tofino forest vibe. Wonderful location with everything near by!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Great place and location

Awesome location for access to the beach and great place tucked away in the trees. Love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H., Victoria

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

family Christmas getaway

We had such a great time! home is lovely and well stocked. Would love to stay again on a return visit to Tofino Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Lovely spot

Very nice house with great amenities. Short walk across the road to Pacific Sands and easy access to beach, and Surfside Grill which has great beachie food in relaxed setting. Nice central location for beach adventures and trips to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R., Seattle, USA

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

Perfect treehouse near the beach

The Cedar Sands house was an amazing place to stay in Tofino. We especially loved cooking and eating in the big open floorplan, hanging on the deck and huge hot tub, and the short walk to Cox Bay. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Wave watching

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bright and spacious accommodation

Our family came here to celebrate Easter in Tofino. Loved the convenience of walking to Cox bay. The home was very tidy and plenty of room to have our family dinner. The hot tub was a nice luxury too!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly A.

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

Great location

Celebrated with a girls trip and this location was exceptional. I will likely book again with my family in the summer. Very clean, had everything we needed in the kitchen, bathrooms etc. 5/5
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

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

Cox Bay in December

We had a great stay. The house is lovely. The fireplace was great - the chimney draws like crazy - super easy to get it going and it heats the place up quickly. 10 minute walk to Cox Bay. All fabulous! Ian
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lorena G.

Wonderful!!!

The moment we arrive all I could hear was my kids excitement. The whole place was wonderful, everything we needed was there. I love cooking, so the kitchen is always an important part for me, and didn't disappoint. Everything you need to make your meals. We also loved the different options we had for making coffee, not just your typical drip coffee machine. The house felt vary spacious, which it was great since the weather was very wet and cold (typical Tofino), so we spend a bit of time indoors. However the sound of rain and sitting in the hot tub was lovely. They also provided a few options of board games, another great touch. The beds were comfortable, lots of blankets to keep you cozy, however the house temperature was always very comfortable. We didn't really need anything extra, however Danielle made sure to let us know that her team was available in case we needed something. Thank you so much, for the amazing experience, really looking forward to book with you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Great place for a family

This house is central to everything you need. Close to town and the beach. Information center is almost next door. We loved having the firepit to make smores/hotdogs. Our girls also loved the jacuzzi. House is surrounded by cedars. Great place for a family!

10/10 Excellent

stephen m.

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

Tofino

We enjoyed the properties. It has a very well stocked kitchen and great outdoor amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Family Fun!

Our family of 6 really enjoyed our stay at Cedar Sands. It was a perfect home for 6 people. Loved the hot tub, great big table for games and family meals and the kitchen was well-stocked. Excellent location within walking distance to Cox Bay and a short drive to Tofino. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

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

Awesome family get away

Cedar Sands was just what we needed to escape the city and embrace the rain and waves! The house had everything to keep my kids ages 3 and 7 happy as well as my elderly parents. We really enjoyed the hot tub, easy walk to beach and beauty of the trees outside window.Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Family Christmas Retreat

Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kurtis Y.

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

Great

Fathers birthday, good get away
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laureen L.

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

Fall get away

We loved this place. Would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James O.

71st Birthday Family Trip

Overall experience ok. Some TLC to the place could be done. Rotten flowerpots. Main bedroom bathroom has some damage from previous guests. Upgrades to frying pans that have seen better days. Parking isn’t great with 8 cars parked at home next door coming and going. Elderly parents in bed early and tenant downstairs slamming a slider door multiple times from 1am on. Happy to celebrate my mom’s birthday but wouldn’t pay to stay at this location again. Overpriced and needs some love. James
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

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

Great!

Spacious, well-equipped, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen Y.

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

Amazing stay!

Amazing place to stay! The whole family enjoyed it! Love the location, amenities and promt communications. Beautiful house, nice and cozy. Close to everything around. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Great vacation

This was a wonderful place to stay. Great location, perfect accommodation, excellent written introduction to the place and to Tofino. Loved it all.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Fantastic house

Great communication. Very clean, great layout. Well equipped kitchen. Would highly recommend both this property and company! We had a wonderful dtay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory S.

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

Relaxing

Nice place you could hear the ocean found the check in time to be a little late and the checkout time a bit early seems like we were hardly there but overall I would recommend this placed at anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024