Location: Vancouver, Vancouver Coast & Mountains, British Columbia, Canada (2 blocks from Kits Beach, 1 mile from downtown) View Map
Accommodations: Self-Catering Accommodation, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Kitsilano Cottage by the Sea is a 1912 Heritage Home in Kitsilano Point; a quiet, residential enclave, just across the Burrard St. Bridge from downtown Vancouver. Kits Point is a small peninsula surrounded by parks and water.
Our Heritage Home contains a family-friendly, self-catering, self contained, garden-level 3 bedroom suite. It is 1200 square feet (120 sq. metres) and has 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. Queen-sized beds in 2 bedrooms and double bed in bedroom 3. There are also 2 cots available. It also has a living room, fully-equipped kitchen and ensuite laundry. The suite is tastefully furnished with antiques and folk art from our many world travels.
The suite has its own private entry, off street parking, private enclosed garden, private phone line, television with VCR and cable, and broadband Internet access. Guests are provided weekly linen changes and cleaning service. Breakfast is not served.
We are located on a quiet street 1/2 block away from Cornwall which is a main artery with public transportation downtown (1 mile away). Or you can walk downtown in 20-25 minutes.
We are located on a quiet street 1/2 block away from Cornwall which is a main artery with public transportation downtown (1 mile away). Or you can walk downtown in 20-25 minutes.
There many wonderful restaurants within 2 to 4 blocks walking distance. The nearest jazz bar is 2 blocks away and Starbucks is 1 block away. There are several grocers, including Granville Island public market, within easy walking distance.
Cigarette smoking is permitted outside only with absolutely no smoking indoors.
Kitsilano District is an extremely desirable urban-residential neighbourhood. Our weather is moderate year-round and the area is characterized by arts and crafts design homes, lush gardens, green spaces and chic business areas. Most of the very finest restaurants and nightlife venues of Vancouver are within walking distance. As well, there is wonderful boutique shopping and several beaches within easy, safe walking distance.
Granville Island is a 20 minute walk away along the waterfront.. Built around a public market, it also includes Kids Only Market and waterpark, theatres, artist studios, and fine dining venues. You can come home by small passenger ferry or rent a boat or kayak and tour the beautiful waterways that define Vancouver’s natural beauty.
Downtown and Stanley Park are just across the Burrard Street Bridge is a 20 minute walk.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Cooking utensils, linens & towels provided, High chair, Stroller, Children's books, Videos & toys provided
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
Winter .. $200/night (CAN)
Summer .................. $ 2100/week (CAD)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Vancouver
Our home is close to parks, beaches and the ocean yet one mile from downtown. It is an excellent location for city living with the benefits of the nature close at hand.
The Unique Benefits at this Self-Catering Accommodation
We are 5 minutes walk from the beach and walking trails, 3 minutes walk to public transportation downtown and 20 minutes walk across the bridge to downtown.
Owner's Map of Vancouver
My husband and I are both professionals and live with our 14 yr old son & fox terrier. We met on a 1979 trip to China thus we both love to travel (Ecuador, India, Cuba, Cambodia, Nepal, North Korea etc) This shows in our folkart, books and furnishings. I speak French, Spanish and English and generally love to exchange stories with our guests.
Property Photos
- Kits Cottage by the Sea - Vancouver Accommodation in Canada
- living room - Vancouver Accommodation in Canada
- master bedroom - Vancouver Accommodation in Canada
- nearby marina 5 minutes away
- Folk art in hall
- Nearby Vanier Park with summer Shakespeare Festival "Bard on the Beach"
- Kits Beach - 5 minutes walk
- Your hosts in better times
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #72081
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