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Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Tors Cove, NL
  • Popular LocationFive Island Art Gallery1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Manche Provincial Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationEast Coast Trail16 min drive
  • AirportSt. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)48 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

This absolutely stunning property is often referred to as 'The Hidden Gem' of the Avalon Peninsula. Three beautiful acres nestled in the historic village, fondly called "The Cribbies", of Tors Cove, Newfoundland. The home is strategically placed for total privacy while still enjoying absolutely stunning world class panoramic coastal views. Enjoyed by Tourism NL for their award-winning commercials and the film industry for multiple years of ongoing productions for television shows such as Hudson & Rex and Departure.

It is located directly on the East Coast Hiking Trail which is one of the most sought after hiking trails in Canada. It overlooks the picturesque islands of the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. The panoramic oceanfront views of majestic humpback whales, dolphins, eagles, sea otters & puffins make every day a special experience. Come explore the private beachfront and the miles of rocky shoreline on your front doorstep! Listening to the dancing rocks of Tors Cove or watching the monster waves breaking over the cliffs of Fox Island. Experience the absolute best that Mother Nature has to offer in this absolutely incredible property.

This beautiful A-frame home has all new appliances and a fully equipped kitchen, new fun and functional living room furniture, two spacious bedrooms (1 king bed & 1 queen bed), a wheelchair accessible bathroom with a roll-in shower and a washer/dryer. It will feel like a home away from home.

It is the perfect location to use as a "home base" while exploring many scenic local attractions and only five minutes to the local whale watching tours and fine dining restaurants and cafes .

Property manager

S BURTON

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
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, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Tors Cove

Located in Tors Cove, this cottage is on the beach. Witless Bay Church and Historic Ferryland Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at La Manche Provincial Park and East Coast Trail. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Five Island Art Gallery - 1 min walk
  • Southern Shore Arena - 6 min drive
  • La Manche Provincial Park - 7 min drive
  • East Coast Trail - 16 min drive
  • George Street - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Captain's Table - 6 min drive
  • Fork - 3 min drive
  • Irish Loop Coffee House - 7 min drive
  • Robin's - 10 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking 3 Acres of Oceanfront - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tors Cove cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Avalon Peninsula and Five Island Art Gallery. Upper Pond and Southern Shore Arena are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house itself was beautiful - exposed wood, huge windows, and every amenity you could ask for. But best of all were the surroundings you could see from those windows: the ocean was right outside, as were the woods and walking trails. The view from the house was spectacular, and at night we all gazed for hours at the moonlight sparkling on the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Community with Incredible Ocean Views
Tors Cove is a charming and quiet little community with incredible ocean views. We feel extremely fortunate to have stayed at this property for our week vacation this past summer. The cottage was spacious, uncluttered and well maintained. We loved the open concept living space with all of the natural light streaming through the A-frame windows. Bedrooms were very comfortable and bright and the bathroom spacious with a washer/dryer combo that was incredibly helpful. The view of the ocean from the cottage was absolutely stunning and perfect for whale and boat watching right from the deck. We spent time walking the trails within the community down to the rocky beach where we skipped rocks, collected various sea treasures and watched an incredible show of a group of Northern Gannets "torpedo diving" for their dinner! We hoped to take more advantage of the East Coast Trail, which is right off the property entrance gate, but unfortunately one of our daughters had sprained her ankle the week we left for our vacation. We quickly pivoted our plans and took advantage of other nearby adventures including Sea Kayaking in Cape Broyle and a Zodiac Tour operating out of Petty Harbour. So many whales, seabirds and cave exploring. We also enjoyed a few days in and around St. John's, which was only a quick 30 minute drive from Tors Cove. Thank you Frank & Sandra for sharing your North Atlantic Oasis ... we hope to get back again for more memorable adventures!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home and area!
We just loved this home and the location, the views!!! The views from this home are absolutely spectacular in any weather conditions. The house is beautiful with everything you could possibly need or want and was very clean. I loved the area, a lot to take in and do. We just had the best time, completely recommend and hoping to be able to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C., Marion

Liked: Cleanliness
Rugged and Beautiful
Excellent visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

asha n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break with family
Enjoyed our stay at this property. Great views!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Stunning property with a gorgeous view. We thoroughly enjoyed the house and morning coffee on the front deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We enjoyed our short stay at this beautiful secluded location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger G., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Tors Cove July 2023
Beautiful location right on the Atlantic Ocean and offers expansive views. Great hikes start at the end of the driveway. Convenient to other scenic locations in Avalon. Generally, the House was beautiful and had everything we needed but could use a little TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tors Cove
A magnificent property with incredible views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
The view from the property is fantastic. We hiked, went whale watching, saw a moose, and drove all over the Avalon peninsula.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Beth M., Oak Ridge, TN, United States

Beautiful Property, but Inaccurate Pictures of Interior
We enjoyed our stay at this home. We saw lots of wild life and whales, which was very exciting! Easy access to the trails and beach. The large windows gave a glorious view of the ocean. The open design of the kitchen and living room was also nice. The beds were comfy, giving us all a great night’s rest. The pictures in the listing do not match the actual interior of the house. The furniture in the living room has been changed to a dark gray, three section IKEA like sofa and ottoman, with two swivel chairs, one blue and one striped. There is a pine coffee table and end table. The rug is also different and needs a pad underneath to keep it from moving. The bedrooms are sparse in decor (nothing on the walls, no curtains), and necessities, like side table lamps, (which we were told had been ordered, but not delivered). The blinds in the smaller bedroom were broken, and there were no curtains. We addressed this with the owners and we’re told it would be fixed in the next day or so. It wasn’t repaired while we were there and there was no further communication from the owners. We rigged up a blanket and towels to cover the window for privacy and to keep out the morning sun. The floor was dusty. The larger bedroom was the same, nothing on the walls, incomplete trim around the attic access area, and the arrangement of the furniture was awkward due to a large built-in shelf, probably for a TV. The furniture itself was nice and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, beautiful place
The owners were communicative and helpful. The views and the home itself are beautiful. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
A beautiful place to stay in Tors Cove with the ocean just steps away. The view was amazing. Everything that you need is at your fingertips. Clean. Comfy beds. Easy access to the East Coast Trail. Hosts were quick to respond and checking in was easy. We’ll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karl H., Kelseyville, California

Disliked: Cleanliness
On the path to Perfect
This property itself is wonderful: spacious, great view, amazing grounds, beautiful interior, extremely helpful host and good location. However, we also have a few suggestions that address fixable (vs fundamental) problems. We felt the housekeeping needs an upgrade, from cobwebs in corners to floor sweeping to personal items left in the bathroom. We also wished the bedrooms would have reading lights by the beds and nightlights for navigation. Nevertheless, we would definitely return to this property and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

terry t., Punta Gorda, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking trip along the East Coast Trail
We found the property location in Tors Cove ideal for our hiking trip. It has an outstanding view of the nearby coastline and is actually located on the East Coast Trail. The house is modern, comfortable an roomy. We especially enjoyed the great room facing the ocean and used the fire place to warm up after a long day on the Trail. The property manager, Gerald, was very helpful in steering us in the right direction and to answer any questions we had about the area. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing place by the sea this property is an ideal choice.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Tiina h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome ocean view from deck livingroom bedroom
Totally wheelchair accessible spacious great room views of whales and seals Loon calls close to st johns and lots of interesting villages and sites
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Venue
The cottage was very clean, comfortable and well appointed. The view from the cottage was grand and the surrounding grounds were well-maintained. The caretaker was exceptionally pleasant, friendly, and helpful. We needed help with learning how to use the TV and he came three times before he found us home. And he still had a smile and helped! Our only problem was locating the property in the dark. The directions depended upon seeing a green house and house colors were not evident in the dark. Our phone call to the owner went to an answering service and wasn't returned until the following morning. Fortunately, knocking on the door of someone in the neighborhood resulted in a friendly fellow who hopped in his truck and led us to the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views!
This location was very beautiful. Wake up in the morning to a glorious view of the ocean. Amazing hiking trails right off the property. We could also see the whale spouts while we were eating our meals at the kitchen table. Close to a grocery store to stock up on what you needed for your time there. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of our all-time favorites!
This place was everything and more than advertised. The location and view were stunning....from every room. Not to mention the icebergs! We arrived on May 19, 2017...stayed for 4 nites and loved every minute of it. My wife was so excited she went from room to room doing a narrative video and sending it to relatives. We have every intention of returning soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We found this property absolutely stunning. The location is like none other with ocean views and right on the east coast trail which we loved being hikers. The house and gardens are lovely too. There is even a pond with a cute little boat! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special place in wonderful secret land.
When we walked in our faces cracked in half with the smiles that broke out. This house and it’s location are truly special. Quiet, clean and peaceful. The owners could not be more helpful nor more kind. It took effort every day to just get outside of the cozy home. Then we found an amazing cove of animals ( seals, sea otters, loons, bald eagles..)and access to the East Coast trail. Go round the back of the house BEFORE your last day! We wished we could have been there for at least another week. Newfoundland is a treasure. The people, the scenery, the fresh air and I could go on and on. Ten stars.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marc G., Ontario, Canada

Beautiful and restful
Far exceeded our expectations. Views were magnificent and we enjoyed the quiet and peaceful atmosphere in Tors Cove. Conveniently located about 45 minutes to St. John’s for day trips
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

The best part of our first trip to Newfoundland was our stay in Tors Cove
Nothing short of spectacular. There was nothing we wanted that wasn’t right outside the front door. The sound of crashing waves, the ever changing ocean, the hiking trail directly behind the house, and all the amenities to make for a worry free stay. And Sandra and Frank were ready to help with anything we might need (though as it turned out, we wanted for nothing).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

A real hideaway
Four of us (family) came to Newfoundland for a rock gardeners’ conferece in St. John’s, and came south to the Tors Bay house afterward. Spent a truly relaxing week in a very special place (even for Newfoundland, which has many special places). A comfortable house with the most magnificent views of the cove and its islands was the perfect base from which to explore the villages and trails south of St. John’s. The great room picture windows were perfect for watching whales, puffins, loons, and the changing sea and sky. We did a lot of short hikes and beach combing, talked to the local folks, and made friends with a dog or two. It is a true getaway—not for folks who have to be constantly connected or who need their daily Starbucks and fast food. Bring your own groceries and use the well-equipped kitchen, or try the little local restaurants and bakeries. The caretaker for the house is local and a wonderful source of information of all sorts. He secured us the most wonderful halibut steaks for our final dinner—delivered with a lively account of local history! One caution—if you are driving a rental car, an SUV or other high-clearance vehicle is recommended—the access road to the house is not a public road and is hilly and quite rough. Cannot imagine a better place for a truly relaxing vacation—would make the trip to Newfoundland again just to stay at Cribbies Cottage. Thank you, Sandra, for sharing it with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

Beautiful views, could see whales from our window, peaceful pond, quiet and private.
This property felt exactly like a home! It had all the amenities that you could need. We needed a little help figuring out some of the things in the house and the homeowner responded within minutes! This location offers easy access to the southern shore, for day trips of hiking and boat tours, with local restaurants only 15- 20 min drive. Would absolutely go back again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018