Ocean Front Cottage, Quiet, Charming, Waterfront, Whale Conception Bay
About the property
- Cottage1500 sqft
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps4
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay7 nights
2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, 1 half bathroom, sleeps 4
This charming Saltbox style cottage is located in a small out port called Bauline. Bauline is located at the base of a 1000-foot high mountain where publicly groomed trails will lead you to the summit. This quaint and very clean, ocean front century home has a lovely western view of Conception Bay and the village's lobster/crab fishing port. Sunsets in Bauline are spectacular, especially while sipping on a cocktail on your own private, 300 square foot patio. Beside the property is a babbling brook that will serenade you to blissful slumber.
Originally built in 1892, the Saltbox is carefully renovated to accommodate modern amenities however; we have attempted to keep a lot of the original character. Notice the stairs leading to the second floor are worn by over 100 years of traffic.
Highlights of the Saltbox:
The Saltbox is a 1500 square foot, 2 story century home on the ocean. This home can sleep up to 4 maximum with 2 bedrooms.
Some of the highlights include:
Second floor:
One full bath, master bedroom facing the ocean with new extra plush king size bed, luxurious down-filled duvet, ultra soft linens, guest bedroom facing the harbour, with two twin, extra long beds.
First floor:
Powder room, washer, dryer, wireless internet, cable TV, VCR, stereo, large private 300 square foot deck with great panoramic ocean views, with outdoor patio furniture, 2 Muskoka lounge chairs with foot stools, and BBQ. Bright, clean kitchen with breakfast nook, large beautiful antique dining room with seating for 6, and a large living room with windows offering a magnificent view of the ocean from all angles, and a wood-stove. We also offer a fun collection of movies, east coast music and books for you to enjoy.
Please note: The Saltbox is not suggested for the elderly as the staircase, although beautiful, is fairly narrow. Also, the shower does not have a handrail.
Owner
Julia
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 18, 2018
About Julia
Fiddlehead Properties is passionate about offering quality hospitality throughout your entire stay by ensuring a very clean vacation home, fast connection with a property manager if needed, and a detailed list of items on our website to ensure your vacation goes smoothly. We look forward to having you stay with us and hope you come back again!
Julia purchased this Cottage in 1999
Why Julia chose Bauline
Within the quaint little fishing village called Bauline, there sat an old home that required a lot of TLC with endless opportunities to renovate and bring it back to a beautiful home. That is exactly what we have done with the Saltbox.
Amenities
- Internet
- Heater
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 11 king
- Bedroom 22 twin/ single, extra long beds
- Each bedroom has breath taking views of the ocean and the harbor. Each bedroom is bright, clean and airy. Plush terry cloth robes are available to each guest. High quality linens and towels are also available.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- Bathroom 2toilet, Powder room
Location Type
- Mountain
- Mountain ViewBehind our lovely village, is a beautiful 1000 ft high mountain, great for hiking.
- Near The Ocean
- Ocean View
- OceanfrontEnjoy an unobstructed, ocean front view to see iceburges, whales, fishermen and the most incredible sunsets in the world.
- Rivera small river runs along the village into the ocean
- RuralLocated in a small, quaint fishing village called Bauline
- VillageLocated in the small quaint fishing village called Bauline
- Waterfront
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living Room
- Activities Guide
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingBaseboard heaters are in each room with an individual thermostat.
- InternetFree wifi
- Iron & Board
- Linens ProvidedHigh quality, clean linens are provided as well as zippered protective covers on all mattressed and pillows to prevent bed bugs.
- Alarm Clock
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Parking
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing MachinePlease supply your own detergent.
- Wireless Internet
- Wood Stove
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Freezer
- Grill
- Blender
- KitchenFully furnished.
- Lobster Pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningSeating for 6
- Dining Room
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Books
- Books for Adults
- DVD Player
- Games
- Music Library
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Library
Outside
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Deck / PatioOverlooking the scenic harbour.
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Patio
- Wood Deck
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Low Allergen Environment
- suitable for elderly or infirm
Attractions
- museums
- bay/sound
- churches
- cinemas
- duty free shops
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- botanical garden
- playground
- pond
- recreation center
- restaurants
- synagogues
- theme parks
- water parks
- waterfalls
Leisure Activities
- photography
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- beachcombing
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain biking
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- kayaking
- deepsea fishing
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- pier fishing
- rock climbing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
Notes
- Highlights of the Saltbox: The Saltbox is a 1500 square foot, 2 story century home on the ocean. This home can sleep up to 4 maximum with 2 bedrooms. Some of the highlights include: Second floor: one full bath, master bedroom facing the ocean with new extra plush king size bed, luxurious downfilled duvet, ultra soft linens, guest bedroom facing the harbor, with two twin, extra long beds. First floor: powder room, washer, dryer, wireless internet, cable TV, VCR, stereo, large private 300 square foot deck with great panoramic ocean views, with outdoor patio furniture, 2 Muskoka lounge chairs with foot stools, and BBQ. Bright, clean kitchen with breakfast nook, large beautiful antique dining room with seating for 6, and a large living room with windows offering a magnificent view of the ocean from all angles, and a woodstove. We also offer a fun collection of movies, East Coast music and books for you to enjoy.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
19 Reviews
Latest reviews
Charming house!
Hi John,
Thank you very much for the wonderful review, we are so glad you and your wife had a great vacation, and we would love to have you come stay with us again! We have updated our description portion to inform future guests that although the staircase was left to reflect the 125 years of wear marks of generations past, they are in fact, a little steep. We are so sorry they were a little difficult.
Regards,
Julia
Great Location, cute house
Whale watching from the deck...need I say more?
Wasted potential
Dear Marianne,
I am the owner of the Saltbox and appreciate your very detailed review. It has always been our goal to maintain our 5/5 ranking and we find it very disappointing that you did not enjoy your stay. We have maintained an excellent reputation over the past 10 years welcoming guests from all over the world. I will address each of your concerns as we take this very seriously.
1. The prior home owners from your last stay sent you an overview on amenities, appliances etc. Each guests is sent our 10 page welcome letter that clearly outlines all amenities, opening/ closing procedures, area description, FAQ's etc. We ask that all guests read this very carefully and to bring it with them to refer to throughout their stay and ensure they feel welcome in our cottage.
2. You had some difficulty in opening the door. Our welcome letter clearly outlines how to lock and unlock our door. We have never had any guest face issues with this door as it is only 1 year old. We promptly sent our property manager to assist.
3. You had mentioned to us that your feet had become wet while walking from your car to the house. The distance between the parking area to the front door is approx. 20 feet. We apologize if you did become wet. Due to the front of the house being grass, along with heavy rain, occasionally feet could become wet.
4. Cold house. As defined in our welcome letter, we have baseboard heaters in every room that can be manually controlled. In the future, we will make sure that our property manager turns up the heat so that it is comfortable.
5. No Firewood. On the day of arrival, our property manager was not available and so we suggested that a 5 minute drive up the road would produce firewood as all local stores sell firewood. Moving forward, we will ensure that there is always a small starter pack of firewood for your comfort.
6. BBQ with no propane tank. We truly apologize for this inconvenience as our procedure is to always make sure there is 1 propane tank with a full back up. This was our error and will never occur again in the future.
7. Uncomfortable furniture on deck. We immediately replaced everything with 4 new Adirondack/ Muskoka chairs, new patio table and chairs. I am confident that all future guests will continue to enjoy our incredible view.
I truly apologize that you did not experience an enjoyable vacation. We take all reviews very seriously and hope that our responses have clearly addressed all of your concerns.
Amazing view. So clean and comfortable. I would love to return.
Amazing Family Vacation
Location
In Bauline NFLD there are many fun things to do, beautiful and interesting things to see. We have listed some local things to do within walking distance from the Saltbox and some very useful suggestions for St. John’s and the surrounding area. You will see that the city of St. John’s is very rich in culture, history, arts and entertainment. Iceberg & Whale Watching: Right from your own private deck you can kick back on a lounge chair, sip on a glass of wine and watch as icebergs and whales pass by. They are in abundance during the months of July and early August especially. Fresh Water Swimming Hole: Located 2 km up the road with a sandy beach and picnic tables. Great for the whole family. The water is very clean and great to enjoy a day of swimming in. Fishing: For all of you fishing fanatics, make sure you bring your gear. Talk to the locals about the fantastic fishing opportunities, they are only too happy to help. You can fish for some tasty “brown trout” in the fishing hole just up the street and catch your evening meal. Or, cast a line off of the rocky point at the little harbor, just a stones throw away and catch some interesting ocean treats. Hiking: Take an invigorating walk to the summit of a 1000-foot high mountain right behind you. There are trails that will lead you to the top but please keep in mind that the path can be quite treacherous at times, it is a great cardio workout for you fitness enthusiasts and please be sure to bring lots of water and perhaps even a light snack to sit and enjoy the view. The hike takes approximately 3 hours up and down. Ask the villagers for directions. Enjoy the local Fishing Community: Bauline is a small, very active fishing village with many of the residents relying heavily on the daily catch to support their livelihood. Throughout the year, if you time it right, you can enjoy different ocean delicacies that are in season such as crab, lobster, squid, and if you are lucky, perhaps some other fresh “catch of the day”. The local fishermen are a very friendly bunch, strike up a conversation and share in some interesting, entertaining stories. Running, Walking and Fitness: For any running-enthusiast, we challenge you to take the “Bauline Line” hill challenge! It is the road that you take to the Saltbox which doesn’t seem too steep when you are driving down but wait until you start walking / running up! It is a great challenge for anyone looking for that extra “shock” to the system. For those of you who would like to enjoy this walk at a more leisurely pace, please make sure to bring water and don’t push it too hard. You will see we also have a light bar bell weight set and fitness videos in the living room, please feel free to use them. Berry Picking: Bauline has a 1000 foot mountain that surrounds our tiny village and at the base of this mountain, there are beautiful fields full of assorted berries that are 100% edible. Hikers will quickly notice the wide variety of berries. Cranberries, Bake-apples, Blueberries and Partridge berries are abundant and have traditionally made up an important part of the Newfoundland diet. Whale, Bird & Iceberg Watching Tours: There are many boat tour operators in Newfoundland.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
50% deposit upon booking and the remaining balance of 50% is due 2 weeks prior to arrival. A $150.00 cleaning fee is in addition to the rental rate. No refunds on deposits. Check In: 4:00 PM Check out: 10:00AM