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TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Texada Island, BC
  • Gillies Bay Public Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cranby Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Parksville Beach
    ‪259 min drive‬
  • Powell River, BC (YPW)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft upstairs

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada!

An all-time favourite contemporary styled beach log cabin or cottage in top location Gillies Bay on Texada Island! Relax in the tranquility - all you see in front of you is OCEAN and beach, which is near-private!

Watch our video within VRBO or go here: https://youtu.be/qtf51NvQ7B4

Cute cozy 2 Bedrooms on the main floor + a loft.
Full Kitchen with new appliances under 4 yrs, dishwasher, in-unit laundry and 1 Bathroom with Tub/Shower. Sleeps 1-5. Perfect for a couple or family.

Huge deck overlooking the virtually UNOBSTRUCTED gorgeous views.
Adirondack chairs, picnic table, barbecue, umbrella and lawn chairs.

This is a self-contained cottage. We dont live on property, there is only 1 suite - yours!

FEATURES
Texada's best waterfront location with beach in Gillies Bay!

LOCATION:
The cottage is in the heart of Gillies Bay where the island's best waterfront and facilities are.
Short walk or drive to General Store and Farmer's Market on Sundays and Shelter Point. Also, short distance to community hall, library, as well as a short distance to clinic and tennis courts, hiking trails, 9 hole golf, boat access, airport and a 20 min drive to the ferry terminal.. Experience island life and the beach cottage lifestyle!

LAYOUT
RARE, drive up to your cabin, 2 steps up to deck and cabin. Easy loading/unloading!

Main floor: Living and Dining area, kitchen, bathroom with 1 extra-comfy King sized bed and 1 Queen sized bed on main floor. If your group is bigger, our ladder leads you up to a low ceiling 5' loft (at its peak) which has 2 Twin beds best suited for ages 7 and up. 800sqft total. King sized bed is two XL twin beds combined using King sized sheets, exact same size as a King.

WATERFRONT- Back of property leads to beach below through path and steps to Beach below, please be careful particularly young kids or elderly. Or just stay on the deck! Perfect for summer sunsets and winter storm watching. Steps to the quiet beach below. When you catch low tide during the day, miles and miles of sandy beachfront!!

Wildlife abounds on the island: try spotting seals, dolphins, whales, blue heron, eagles, kingfisher, blue jays, black tail deer

WHAT WE PROVIDE:
-Coffee and Variety of flavourful Teas
-K-Cup Pod Coffee, Latte and Cappuccino Maker, with Milk Frother.
-Comfy beds! Luxurious crisp white sheets and bedlinen.
-White Fluffy Towels, Soap, Premium Shampoo, & Conditioner
-A fully equipped kitchen - variety of stainless steel, cast iron, nonstick pots and pans. dishware and glasswear
-Booster seat with tray table for toddlers
-Free Wifi, TV, DVD player. No cable TV.
-Coffee Maker, Toaster, Kettle, Microwave
-Hair Dryer, Iron
-LG/Samsung appliances - Refrigerator, Electric Stove and Oven, Dishwasher, LG Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher
-Lawn Chairs for the Beach, Outdoor Activity Sets
-Books, board games, TV and DVDs, no Cable or Local TV channels, its your chance to read and relax and be outside!
-Barbecue with propane tank

RELAX at our spectacular view waterfront Log Cabin,
LISTEN to the gentle waves,
PLAY on our beach,
SPOT wildlife before your eyes.

Bring your kayaks, paddle boats, sunscreen, beach shoes or boots. Go hiking on the many trails. Enjoy the artist community and local farmer's market on the island. Or just the tranquility and friendly community of Texada.

MOST OF THE YEAR - 1 night minimum
SUMMER - 3 night minimum (summer rates apply, please check with owner as it may not be reflected in calendar too far in advance).
We reserve the right to turn away any guests at our discretion.

CHECK-IN: 3pm or earlier check in possible if there are no back-to-back stays, Just ask! Check out is 10am.
No smoking/vaping
Quiet space.

Property manager

Nicole
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Please no pets on bed.
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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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 855231296BT0001

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Gillies Bay

Located in Gillies Bay, this cottage is on the beach. Cranby Lake and Paxton Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Powell River Putters Mini Golf and Powell River Recreation Complex. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Texada Island, BC

What's nearby

  • Gillies Bay Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cranby Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Powell River Recreation Complex - 75 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Myrtle Point Golf Club - 81 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Mahood Beach - 89 min drive - 45.6 km

Getting around

  • Powell River, BC (YPW) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ravenous Raven Lodge and Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tree Frog Lodge & Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shelter Point Park Concession - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada!?

As of Mar 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada! on Mar 24, 2025 start from $236.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TEXADA'S Stunning Waterfront Cottage - The Beach House Texada! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gillies Bay cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Gillies Bay Public Library, Cranby Lake, and Paxton Lake. Myrtle Lake and Case Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Wonderful view, comfortable cabin! Enjoyed all that the area had to offer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Great views, clean and all around great place to stay. Throughly enjoyed it!

10/10 Excellent

Sherri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
The cabin is just as described in the posting Wonderful cabin- great location, very comfortable, clean, with amazing beds! The view is beautiful at all times of the day. Highly recommended

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet in paradise
We loved our stay in Gillies Bay. The kids loved the loft area and never wanted to leave. The waterfront beach location made for some great beachcombing with sea stars, crabs and tons of sand dollars. We loved the ocean view and the comfy king sized bed. The corner store is walking distance and we feel the Beach House has the best location on Texada Island. The quiet of the island made for such deep sleeps. We would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ocean views
The log cabin was fabulous. The deck overlooking the ocean was a amazing. Communication with owner was great. Beds were comfy. Cabin was clean. The only downside was the walk down to the water. Visited the library and the Farmer Market.

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best view in BC
Worth the effort to get there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Leamington, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Time on Texada Island
We had a terrific family vacation on Texada Island at The BeachHouse! The setting is spectacular and with the big deck overlooking the Bay, it’s a wonderful place to relax and unwind. We watched sea otters and bald eagles while barbequing and our granddaughters had a great time exploring the tidal pools and swimming in the sea. Nicole our hostess was very responsive to our inquires. I’d love to go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jake j., Burnaby

Beautiful sights.
The place was clean and cozy. It was conveniently within walking distance to the little market place. (They sell alcohol👍) Waking up, your treated to a fantastic view of gillies bay through the front window. If the sun is shining the porch is a great spot. We enjoyed our stay and would reccomend this place to any small group or family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Great place to stay
Has everything you need. Very peaceful and a wonderful view. Highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

We had a lovely stay at the Beach House
We stayed at the Beach House over the Christmas holidays and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the surroundings and the views - the kitchen was well stocked for our cooking needs and we had a lovely, relaxing time away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian E.

We lived our stay on Texada at the Beach House
The views from the deck were spectacular - the house was perfect for a family getaway - lots of exploring for the kids to do on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike G., Abbotsford

Quiet, Relaxing, Beautiful!
We very much enjoyed our recent stay at the Beach House on Texada Island! The cabin was well equipped and comfortable with all the amenities we needed. The deck was large and ideal for relaxing in the afternoon sun. There is a short path down to the beach where we spent most of our time. The water is quite shallow so we were able to walk out a long ways into water that wasn't very cold, as well as relax on the sandy beach when the tide is out. Gillies Bay is a quiet peaceful little town with a General Store that has everything you need. This is our 5th time to Texada Island for summer vacation and we've never been disappointed. Our host Nicole responded quickly to our questions and emails and was awesome to deal with. We highly recommend the Beach House!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kelly M.

Beautiful view, nice big deck, clean
We stayed with our daughters for 3 nites, nice n clean, large deck with view, waterfront, excellent beach for beachcombers, gave 4 stars cause of steep walkway to beach and no comfortable deck chairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Fantastic, quiet, fun filled
Our family would like to take a moment to recognize the beautiful accommodations at The Beach House Texada. We shared this stunning beach front cabin with our sister and her family. From the moment we drove up we were very impressed. The beach house has a quaint , rustic, relaxing a feel to it The interior was very clean and inviting. The large front window and balcony gives you an unobstructed view of the spectacular ocean and beach, all just steps away. The beds and linens were extremely comfortable and we all were able to catch up on some much needed sleep. The beach house provides you with everything you could ask for , clean appliances, fully stocked cabinets and a washer and dryer. It really made for the perfect getaway. We would definitely recommend it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Thomas G.

Relaxing and so very beautiful. Views can not be beat!
Outstanding views from a lovely log cabin. Hours are easily spent on the great deck watching sealife frolic. We can not wait to return and do absolutely nothing but relax here. Nicole was very nice to deal with and made the process smooth. Thank you. We enjoyed our stay very much. Perhaps just not set up yet for the season but a bbq would be a nice addition to the deck:-)!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental
Clean, awesome quiet location. Perfect place to get away from all the hustle and bustle. Communication with the owner was top notch and the place was spotless when we arrived. This was just the perfect weekend getaway for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent place highly recommendable
quiet lots of friendly people very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick winter stop over
This cottage was delightful - even in the winter - with the big picture window. We brought our own coffee, but there were no coffee filters or French press in the kitchen. However, there was coffee provided, which was weak filter pack coffee. It did the trick - first world problem!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Texada
The beach house was a nice relaxing place to stay, great sunsets and exploring on the waterfront!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

June F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating our 48th anniversary
A peaceful & quiet getaway. What the beach house lacks for in size, is more than made up for by it's beach front location with stunning views. Our 2 evenings were enjoyed on the deck, For us, the combo of watching whales, our bbq dinner, wine & sunshine was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Beach House - August 10-17
The Beach House was the perfect place for us to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The island was quiet, the house was perfect. Spent most of our days sitting on the deck enjoying the wildlife that appeared - blue herons, Canada geese, loons, deer, eagles. I was able to crochet and relax my brain! Thank you for a fantastic week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabete E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In love with the view
We cannot say enough good things about this location. The views from Nicole’s cabin are spectacular night and day. Great to use as a family base while exploring the island. Nicole is easy to get in touch with and was in communication with us as we needed during our stay. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Solvig N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breath Taking Views
Truly enjoyed three lovely nights and days at the Beach House on Texada Island. Location is amazing with views west of Vancouver Island. Gillie's beach below the house. Beach House is well equipped with comfy beds and linen, small comfy sitting area and dinning area and a gorgeous deck. Lots of exploring to do around the island. We ventured on to Anderson Bay road - which was an adventure - used all of the SUV 4X4 features. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Max M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good, but not perfect
This was our first time on Texada Island! The view from the Beach House was beautiful and the location was excellent. We were staying next door to more family, so it was nice to have a big family trip. The Beach House mostly suited our needs when it came to space. There were a few issues when it came to the property being ready for us though. They’re in the middle of redoing their deck, so it was halfway completed when we arrived. They bought a new bbq but it wasn’t set up, same with new umbrellas that weren’t set up, and the dishwasher wasn’t emptied. The kitchen also could have been stocked better with more cutlery and better frying pans, etc. None of these were big issues, but they were noticeable. It should be mentioned that when we openly discussed some of these things being issues for us on the deck (e.g., the dishwasher, the bbq, the umbrellas), we soon received an email from the property owner mentioning those exact issues. There is a Ring camera on the property right next to where we were talking, and we’re fairly certain the owner was listening to our conversation. While she did a great job resolving our issues, this is a major invasion of privacy! Overall, we had a pleasant stay, and the view was wonderful, but we felt it necessary to point out some of these issues with the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Gena B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location - but not in great shape
We stayed 2 nights June 2024. The location is lovely. The space wasn’t maintained like the ratings advertised. The deck was completely covered with pollen, leaves and all the furniture needed cleaning. The BBq was still in a box not set up. ( annoying as we wanted to Bbq.) The sun umbrella was broken. Everything else was very basic. The property next door the sand dollar looked amazing! Same style cottage. But with all the amenities set up and working when we chatted with the neighbours.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicole

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We are a family with kids who fell in love with Texada on a short visit.

We love ocean views and this cozy log cabin was the perfect fit! We love that this island has a real sense of community, but also is a perfect getaway from the city and a place for memories to be made. A place for recharging one's senses and where people are real and super friendly! We hope to share this island experience with you.

Why they chose this property

Unbeatable views on Texada from this cabin.
Best location on the island - Gillies Bay!
Convenient to everything there is!
Waterfront! With miles and miles of beach during low tide in the summer.
Great for stormwatching in the fall and winter (lower rates and min nights)
Create memories here! Relax and unwind!

What makes this property unique

Waterfront. Your almost private beach in front. Best on the island, we dare say! Doesnt get better than this! The view is simply stunning.

We have a bbq so you can grill all year.
We are super close to the Grocery Store!
Fluffy white towels.

Unlike a lot of vacation rentals on the island where owners live in it and rent out a portion of their house for income, walls are thin! Well, we dont live on premise, so you have total privacy!

We have a Keurig K-Café Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee, Latte and Cappuccino Maker, with Milk Frother and a regular coffee maker. Bring your kcups if you wish and milk but coffee is provided!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests