Ocean View Retreat Above Tribune Bay
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:No
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
**Only 2 weeks left in July for Summer 2013. Please contact us right away to book. Also consider visiting Hornby in April, May or June 2013 when the island is serene and we offer low-season rates.**
Welcome to our home situated high on the cliff-top above legendary Tribune Bay, Hornby Island. Our property offers a true get-away with its quiet location and natural setting of salal, firs and arbutus trees.
Our home is contemporary with floor to ceiling windows, allowing for full appreciation of the location. To the rear is the natural forest and to the front, the ocean. Our neighbors are far enough away to be barely noticeable. Eagles fly by at eye-height. Deer commonly graze nearby. In summer, relax and dine on the large deck. In winter, cuddle up next to the wood stove. Enjoy the spectacular views to the southwest across Tribune Bay to the mountains of Vancouver Island.
Our home works well for 1-3 couples or for families with older children. Unfortunately it is not suitable for families with young children due to the presence of the high cliff. We do not allow smoking or pets anywhere on the property.
There is a queen bed in the master bedroom on the main floor, and another queen bed and two twin beds in the spacious loft that overlooks the kitchen, dining and living room.
Hornby Island is renowned for its fabulous beaches and parks. Tribune Bay Provincial Park (a few minutes drive or bike ride from the house) boasts a sweeping crescent sand beach and warm safe swimming waters. Helliwell Provincial Park (a 10-15 minute walk along the cliff-top trail) offers extensive walking trails through a gary oak grove, across flower-strewn bluffs, and sculpted sandstone shoreline. Whaler’s Bay offers another fine sand beach. There are numerous other locations offering public access to the waterfront on Hornby.
The island has an extensive system of trails for mountain-biking, hiking, and horse-back riding. Local businesses rent kayaks, mountain bikes, horses, and scuba diving equipment. Many also run tours. There are several cafes, restaurants, artist studios and wineries to visit.
In summer high-season, rentals are by the week and run from Saturday to Saturday. In the low-season, rentals are by the night with a two night minimum.
Keywords: waterfront, ocean view
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
- Not Suitable For Children
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Queen size Beds (2), Twin or Single Beds (2)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Covered Parking
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Television
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
Communications
- Telephone
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
- Oceanfront
Activities
- Winery Tours
- Library
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Walking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Groceries
- Medical Services
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Fishing
Other Activities
- Art studios, Yoga studios, Meditation retreats.
Reviews
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Simon
- Date of stay 05/08/10
- Review Submitted 06/11/10
'Above Tribune' was fabulous. We, all of us, loved the place and had a brilliant Hornby week. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy it so much.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Darryl
- Date of stay 07/12/09
- Review Submitted 06/11/10
We were going to get back to you and Liz to express our enjoyable experience at your Island home! It was perfect and worked out great! The view and location were fabulous. We will definitely consider your home for a future trip to the Island.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Ann
- Date of stay 07/20/08
- Review Submitted 06/11/10
I just wanted to let you know how much N and I enjoyed the time we spent at your cottage on Hornby. If I could ever have a cottage, I would design it just as you have. I rarely get one-on-one time with my son, and it was lovely having meals and just reading and spending time together. I ran through Helliwell Park early every morning, and cycled to the coop for groceries. The evenings were gorgeous and I loved sitting on the deck while the reflection of a 3/4 moon shimmered on Tribune Bay. It was magical.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Caroline
- Date of stay 07/26/09
- Review Submitted 06/11/10
Thanks for sharing with us your absolutely stunning home and property on Hornby Island. Our family enjoyed a magical week away together and we could not have asked for a better setting as a home base for our many Hornby adventures. Everything worked as outlined in your extraordinarily detailed guidelines, which I very much appreciated having. We found your home to be very comfortable and very well equipped for our needs. The boys very much enjoyed climbing up to their own domain and regarded the loft as a bit of a hideaway. We are a family who enjoys our peace and quiet and your home was perfect for that.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Guest comment entered by owner
- Guest Mariann
- Date of stay 08/02/09
- Review Submitted 06/11/10
We loved everything about the place and would love to rent again next year. We've been visiting Hornby for years and yours by far has been the best experience. Hope you keep renting!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
High Season (Jun30-Sep3) ............................... $1800/week Low Season (Sep4-Jun29) .. $180/night (2 night minimum) $1200/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2007
Contact us
- Primary: (604) 921-2651 (British Columbia, Canada)
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Photos
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Dine outside and enjoy the lovely view across Tribune Bay to Vancouver Island.
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The waterside deck ties the house to the surrounding landscape.
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Lots of windows connect the house to its setting of arbutus trees and salal.
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The house sleeps six total. Here in the main floor bedroom plus in a large loft.
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View of the living and dining room from the loft.
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Relax and enjoy views of Tribune Bay from our Hornby Island home.
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A table, chairs and loungers let you live outside on the water-side deck.
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The living room enjoys views of both the forest and the water.
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The loft sleeps four in one queen bed and two twin beds.
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