Vacation Rentals by Owner

Spring Vacation

Guest: Deb (U.S.)
Date of Stay: 05/07/12 Review Submitted: 05/10/12

We really enjoyed our stay at the Beach House and it exceeded our expectations. Everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable was provided. The yard and house was as described and very clean and tidy. It was a pleasure to buy fresh fish at the nearby fish market and prepare it on the gas grill provided. We also found many of the nearby parks awesome. (Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, Englishman Falls Park, Milner Gardens, Cathedral Grove Park, Rathtrevor Beach, Qualicum Beach) We will recommend this house to our friends.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.

x-mas at the beach house

Guest: sfq (victoria)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11 Review Submitted: 12/27/11

it couldn't have been better... these folks are consummate hosts. everything and more was provided including an unsolicited xmas tree. the grounds/beach was beautiful even in the winter. it's too bad we weren't there in the summer because there looks to be a million other things available to do there (on the property and places relatively close by) but just hanging out in the hot tub or the (surprisingly warm!) glass room suited us just fine! do yourself a favour and rent this place.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Perfect Vacation Home

Guest: Ada (Coquitlam)
Date of Stay: 08/27/11 Review Submitted: 09/16/11

All activities and sports are suitable for all ages and everyone was happy while staying at the Beach House.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children.

This is a truly magical place!

Guest: Karen (Taos, New Mexico, U.S.)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11 Review Submitted: 09/14/11

I would just be repeating what everyone else has said in their reviews, because it is all true. Amazing place for so many reasons, including our wonderful hosts. I consider us very, very lucky in discovering this place.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Relaxation

Guest: Lori (Calgary, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11 Review Submitted: 12/09/11

We stayed here in the summer of 2011 and were very pleased with the clean and spacious accomodation. The Kayaks were such a joy to use in the bay area. Our teenagers had numerous activities with the volleyball/badminton net to the pingpong table to keep them occupied when we were just relaxing. The evening hot tubs were pleasant and the view across the harbour pleasant. It really became a home away from home. The hosts were close by and helpful. I would recommended this to a friend or a relative. We enjoyed our little 1/2 day trips in all directions from the house. ENjoy!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

More than we could have hoped for.

Guest: Isabel,Garth,Michelle,Dennis and Jesse (Calgary, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/23/11

We spent two full weeks at the Pitts beach house it was absolutely amazing it was everything they had advertised and more. Kerry and Kristen were the sweetest people ever always went out of there way to make sure everything was good for us. Let us no about things and places nearby that might interest us explained about the wildlife on their property defineately no shortage we had deer, rabbits and quails in the yard daily. we spent hours on the beach from gathering crabs,seashells,swimming in the ocean and kayaking when our two weeks were up we sad to have to leave it was defineately a fun filled holiday with memories that will last a life time. Thankyou so much for letting us have that time at your house.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Holiday Spot!

Guest: Geoff and Cathy (Vernon BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/12/11

We had the best mini family reunion weekend at the Pitt's most lovely beach house. The place was perfect for our group, ranging in ages from 3 to 70yrs old. We had 4 children with us who loved the house! There were games and puzzles for inside time. And the beach and huge yard, for outside time. Kerry even took the children and showed them some bunnies that are living on the property. They got to feed them too, which I think made the stay for them!. Kerry also took the time to show us how to use the BBQ, and the hot tub. He even set up a fire pit for us, with roasting sticks. The house itself was very clean and comfortable with an amazing view and every amenity you could think of. The property is close to nearby activities such as markets and restaurants to suit everyone's tastes. Just a short walk and you can buy fresh seafood right off the boat! We loved the house, the hosts and we hope to visit again. Thank you Pitt family!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Best Place-No Question About It!

Guest: Karen (Taos, New Mexico, U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/21/10

Knowing nothing about the area in the beginning, I consider that we were extremely lucky to find this place for so many reasons(I will let the lucky people who choose this place find out for themselves). The owners went out of their way to ensure that we had everything that we could possibly need. And that included insuring that my husband had the fastest speed that he would need to stay connected to his business, and even more importantly, the internet security that is so vital when one is dealing with sensitive information. Absolutely no one else I contacted had the slightest interest(dozens of people)in securing a fast, SECURE, internet connection for us. Most people do not understand that just having "hi-speed internet" does not necessarily mean really having the high speeds necessary to complete business quickly and efficiently. Or the vital importance of a secure line. No small matter when on vacation! I should mention that the people we rented from were lovely people and a pleasure in all ways. I loved everything about their place and ours. What luck for us that we found them! We had a wonderful time there. There was so much to do. My only complaint was that we did not spend enough time there. I hope to remedy that in the future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A nature lover's paradise!

Guest: Kirk (Chestermere, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10 Review Submitted: 08/11/10

I just wanted to say a big thank you to the Pitt's for the awesome week that we spent at the Beach House! It was truly one of the best vacations that we have ever spent and completely lived up to expectations from all of the wonderful comments from past visits. My children are 13 and 14 and we enjoyed the kayaks daily, the ping pong table, badminton, and definitely not to forget the hot tub every evening. The access to the beach was perfect and we spent many hours beachcombing over the week with the tides. We even had a curious seal pop it's head out of the water less than 10 feet from my daughter's kayak. I would and have recommended the Beach House to anyone who wants to get closer to their family over a week and be near to so many things to do in the Parksville area. We will certainly consider coming back! Thanks Kerry and Kristyne! Cheers, Kirk Anderson.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A True Home Away from Home

Guest: Janet & Jeff (Calgary, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/25/10

My Family and I stayed at this wonderful Beach House by the Bay and it was Great! There were lots of toys for the kids and activities for the whole family. The Pitts were great to us. They take wonderful care of the house and make it very comfortable. I would highly reccommend this home for your summer holiday.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: D Holway (-)
Date of Stay: 10/04/09 Review Submitted: 10/04/09

We had a wonderful time on the island and staying at your guest house was great, it was really well equipped, even for the 6 of us. The kids had so much fun on the beach and with the kayaks. We have recommended you to everyone we talk to.

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Guest: Joanne R. (Sherwood Park, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 09/15/09 Review Submitted: 09/15/09

We stayed in the beach house for a week with our three children and had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful, clean, comfortable, and perfectly set up for families. We loved playing on the quiet beach, eating all our meals on the shady patio, reading in the comfy chairs overlooking the ocean, and being close enough to walk to the fish market every day to buy supper. We will definately plan to stay here again on our next trip to Vancouver Island!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/09/09 Review Submitted: 08/09/09

We've just returned from the Beach House where we spent a perfect week! Lots of room and wonderfully stocked the house felt like home. We loved the the beach and the great seafood shop just across the way plus the bunnies, deer and quail in our midst. Thx so much!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/28/09 Review Submitted: 05/28/09

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Beach house. It offered fantastic views from an immaculately kept property and home. The bunnies are soo cute. We were sorry to have to leave when we did. The Cathedral Grove with it's giant 800yr old trees is a short drive away. French Creek at night, with all the boats, makes for great pictures. Also, fresh seafood can be bought there. The Pitts were fantastic hosts. We really miss the hot tub! We will be certain to return.

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Guest: Kate Dixson (-)
Date of Stay: 08/31/08 Review Submitted: 08/31/08

Wonderful home with lots to do for families. House was fully stocked for cooking and plenty of rooms for 3 families! The kids loved running on the immaculately tended lawns and playing badminton, croquet, soccer or simply feeding the sweet rabbits next door. Minute walk down a path to a beach and use of kayaks added some adventure to our stay! We had a wonderfully relaxing stay and would definitely return!

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Guest: Phil & Heather Bell (Drayton Valley, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 08/28/08 Review Submitted: 08/28/08

We had a great time at your vacation home.The ammenties included with this property are outstanding-I can't think of anything that was missing except for room service!! Thanks again for the great week.

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Guest: Mal and Michele (North Vancouver BC)
Date of Stay: 08/05/08 Review Submitted: 08/05/08

Thanks kerry and Chrystine for the three weeks we stayed at your magnificent property. It is a very special location and our three children with their families each stayed one week with us and all had an incredible experience with the beach, ocean and all of the wildlife they saw while there. Your extensive yard and lawn provided a perfect site for all manner of yard games. It was absolutely perfect for our needs. Mal and Michele

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Guest: Katie Holmes (Sindelfingen Germany)
Date of Stay: 06/26/08 Review Submitted: 06/26/08

WOW! Cannot say enough about this house. The Pitt Family has provided a beach house that is so family friendly, I'm already excited about the next time we can go! Giant hot tub, croquet, badminton, kayaks, pingpong, huge grassy area, and of course, the beach right out the back door. They have stocked the house with all the basic needs, and even the things that just make it nice, like luxury robes...we love this place and can't wait to go back!

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Guest: Deanna and Calvin (Calgary Alberta)
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/01/08

This house was a lovely place to stay. Would highly recommend it. Lots of room for a large family. The property is very private, the kids loved the tire swing in the trees. Nice to wake up Easter morning and watch the bunnies hopping around. The fireplace in the dining room was great to take the chill off of cool days. Located just a short drive to many tourist attractions. A home away from home.

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Guest: Mary and Reg (Kamloops BC)
Date of Stay: 03/03/08 Review Submitted: 03/03/08

We really enjoyed our stay at the beach house. The view was great and the house was comfortable and suited our needs. We will be back

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