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...Experience the Island

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Night view from deck
Living space, fireplace
Front entrance
Deck
Propane fire pit for year round relaxing

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Courtenay, BC
  • Place, Seal Bay Nature Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Washington Alpine Resort
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Campbell River, BC (YBL)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

...Experience the Island

Modern, 1000 sq. ft. coach house with spectacular sunrise, ocean and mountain views. A private space, surrounded by nature in a desirable residential area. Steps from the beach with spectacular ocean and mountain views. If you rise early enough, you will experience an ever changing sunrise that will take your breath away. Interior space features a fully stocked, modern kitchen with an open living space and large windows to capture the view from every room. Outdoor, wrap-around patio adds an extra 400 sq. ft. of outdoor living space, parts of which are covered including BBQ and seating area or use for extra storage for gear or shelter for pets. Propane fire pit on deck allows for year round use. West coast vibe with rustic fir vaulted ceilings, luxurious bathroom with cheater entrance from master into bathing space with separate tub and walk-in shower. Fresh, good quality linens. King bed in master and queen bed in second bedroom. Smart tv's in both master bedroom and living space with free wi-fi and netflix. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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: dogs (limit 1 total)
2 dogs max. with approval.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoors only.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H106509388
Property # 7869356
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Courtenay

Located in Courtenay, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool and Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 40 Knots Winery and Beaufort Vineyard and Estate Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Seal Bay Nature Park and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Courtenay, BC

What's nearby

  • Seal Bay Nature Park - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Little River Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Vancouver Island Visitor Centre - 22 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Mount Washington Alpine Resort - 32 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milano Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Match Eatery & Public House - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ...Experience the Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at ...Experience the Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ...Experience the Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ...Experience the Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ...Experience the Island located?

This family-friendly Courtenay cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seal Bay Nature Park and Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens. 40 Knots Winery and Beaufort Vineyard and Estate Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christina as a host is amazing and the property is wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed the views of the water from the property.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alder beach house stay.

Superb host and accommodation. Top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and location

Really nice place just off the beach and surrounded by trees. Saw some deer and kids had fun exploring the tidal pools.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2022
I never got to meet Anthony and his family in person but I did see has lovely boys coming back from a walk to the beach. I hope they all had a good time despite the rain in July! They left everything in tiptop shape and I hope they come back again soon:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time on Vancouver island

We loved having a quiet retreat to return to after day hikes, golf games and long walks along the water! A beautiful, quiet space to relax and unwind.
Stayed 19 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Perfectly central to all the mid island adventures you may want to experience. Very clean and up to date with everything required to make it an easy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place!

We had such a special stay at this property. The attention to detail was incredible, the house is stocked with everything you could need, and the view is stunning. Our children didn't want to go home! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing modern guest house with all the amenities. The owner was so thoughtful and caring. An fabulous end to our summer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tyler k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2022
Tyler and Renee were perfect guests and left the guest house neat as a pin. They are laid back, easy to connect with and exude great energy. Congratulations Tyler and Renee….wishing you both a beautiful future. We hope you come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was even better than advertised. Besides the immense beauty of the home, its view and its location, Chrisitna added wonderful touches to the unit such as fresh cut flowers and tomatoes from her nearby garden. Location-wise, the property was close to all of the destinations we wished to visit, including the nearby towns of Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland, and Campbell River, and the various parks, including Strathcona. We will definitely want to stay here again upon our next visit to the Comox Valley!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Dream Deck

A wonderful suite with lots of attention to details to make your stay comfortable. We spent hours lounging on the deck watching the waves and listening to the birds. I would jump at the chance to spend another vacation there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nico B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway !!

It was surreal to have your morning coffee with whale watching happening at the same time.We had an awesome time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you Nico and sorry for the late response to your review, I just figured out where on the platform to do this:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julius j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our month in Courtenay!

We had a fabulous stay of 4 weeks (!) in Courtenay in this beautiful and very comfortable house. Great views, with everything we needed, and great neighbours (the owners). Great value for money, we’re certainly coming back!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of the island

A warm, inviting and modern space to stay. The deck was amazing, with views of the water and of two very special birds building their nest in the tree out front. Well stocked, well appointed and clean as can be in a quiet neighborhood. Just a few meters down to the water and walks on the shoreline. Easy trips to town or to Mt. Washington from here. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicky p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing. Spent a lot of time on the deck enjoying the view. Watched the cruise ships go by in the evening all lit up looked awesome. Got to see a couple of keys from Comox base fly over. Loud but very cool. Everything was exactly as listed. Host was so accommodating. 110%
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelique P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome ocean views in Comox Vally

We had a great time at Alder’s Beach House! It’s close to the ocean with beautiful views and nice cool breezes, and easy to get to beaches and hiking. The coach house is clean, modern and has everything you need. A great place to escape the summer heat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We had an excellent stay. The accommodation was clean with all amenities. The hostess went out of her way to be accommodating. This place is beautiful with a great view of passing cruise ships. The wild blackberries growing in the yard were delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice relaxing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Perfect

Perfect in any and all ways possible. Christina was accessible as needed, but was in no way intrusive. We've stayed in many VRBOs, and this was the most thoughtfully designed and provisioned. Our stay was a delight and we look forward to our return!
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home & location

The home is wonderful. Designed to accommodate every need. Christina is one of the best hosts we’ve met. The location is peaceful, connected to nature and super relaxing. Local walks and hikes to the ocean and forests are so accessible. I can highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you Adrian, we hope you come back to Alder's Beach House soon:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Peaceful Stay

We had a lovely peaceful time at Alder’s Beach House. The area is a paradise of beauty with amazing views and sunrises that you won’t quickly forget. The house is comfy with all you need for a comfortable stay. Our desire was quiet and away from the hustle of the city. It is the perfect spot to rejuvenate. Thank you for making us feel so welcome Christine, it was truly a pleasure.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marycorkill@yahoo.com C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn’t ask for more - incredible property!

I absolutely loved my stay at Alder’s beach house - it is a beautiful modern home that is stocked with everything one could want. The furnishings and linens are upscale and very comfortable, Christina was an exceptionally gracious host who made sure I had everything I needed and was friendly and approachable - I feel like I have made a new friend! I am very much looking forward to my next stay and highly recommend this property to anyone who is fortunate enough to find it available to book.
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2021
Mary was an amazing guest and we miss her and Gracie here at Alder's Beach House. They are welcome back any time and hope they do!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

Lovely attention to detail we thoroughly enjoyed our stay except for 80 plus yr olds the stairs were brutal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special home special location

Everything was so streamlined and welcoming. The host was responsive. The property was extremely well equipped and comfortable. Elegance and comfort were the guiding principles it seems to me in making this vacation spot so amenable. Many thanks for sharing Alder House with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Absolutely stunning property with a beautiful view of the ocean. Walking distance to a spectacular provincial park with scenic walking trails. We had the most wonderfully relaxing vacation and made the most of the well stocked kitchen. This place is truly beautiful and we cant wait to come back again. Thank you to our kind and gracious host Christina.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thank you Kimberly and sorry for the late response to your review, I just figured out where on the platform to do this:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing relaxation!

My husband and I did a 4 night stay with our two dogs. We all felt instantly comfortable, absorbed being in birdsong, mountain view in the distance and water that's ever changing! The accommodation was so easy to acquaint ourselves with, allowing us to easily make meals and clean up. Hiking was steps outside, we had such a fun and relaxing stay and look forward to doing it again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

A beautiful perfectly sized property. Appointed with everything one might need, right down to most comfortable bed mattresses, Nespresso coffee, indoor and outdoor living space, laundry, you name it. Proximity to, and views of the water are stunning. Christina was wonderful. Close to many walking trails and sight seeing opportunities. A definite "put this on our list" property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you Gordon and sorry for the late response to your review, I just figured out where on the platform to do this:)

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