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Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons

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A patio with a table and chairs, a small garden area, and a view of a forested area in the background.
A covered patio with a white railing, a bench, and potted plants.
A two-story house with a brown roof, white siding, and a front porch.
A covered porch with yellow chairs and potted plants.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a chandelier, a staircase, and a window with a view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gibsons Marina
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gibsons, BC
  • Place, Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Gibsons Public Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gibsons Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First floor

1 Queen Bed

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

first floor

Toilet · Shower only

main floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons

Stay at this private character home in lower Gibsons, just steps away from restaurants, brew pubs, shops, the marina and the new Gibsons Public Market. Southeast facing with a large sunny deck to enjoy the views of Keats Island and the Gibsons marina. Great for three couples or families with a bedroom on each floor. Eclectic furnishings and artwork, with a shiplap ceiling and wood floors throughout. Built in the 1940's, this house has been updated with a modern kitchen and two bathrooms. 1500 sq feet of inside living space. Great for entertaining and BBQing on the spacious deck. A large garden with lots of privacy.
Enjoy all that the Sunshine Coast has to offer from this central location: swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, golfing, mountain biking and hiking.
RGA-2023-18
I am accepting bookings for short term rentals for July, August and September and 30 days plus rentals only for all other months. 50% off the normal pricing for long term rentals and 10% off normal pricing for summer weekly rentals.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
I allow one small dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you have time it would be great if you can strip any used beds and put a load of towels in the washing machine. Please don’t turn it on!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be quiet after 10 pm to respect my neighbours

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H039711078, RGA-2023-18
Property # 1064414vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gibsons

Located in Gibsons, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Langdale Ferry Terminal and Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre and Pratt Road Hedge Maze are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Gibsons, BC

What's nearby

  • Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gibsons Tapworks - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gibsons & District Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Gibsons Public Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gibsons Marina - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wheatberries Gibsons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Little Black Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blackfish Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful heritage cottage in the heart of lower Gibsons located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps away from Pioneer Park, Winegarden Waterfront Park and Gibsons Municipal Hall. Gibsons Public Art Gallery and Gibsons Tapworks are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful and charming property is in the perfect location in Lower Gibsons, so easy to venture out for a stroll and see the sights! We thoroughly enjoyed everything
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
I am glad you enjoyed your stay, Cara. Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Clean, homey, comfy beds, nicely decorated. Veiw of the harbour and serounding

Enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 50 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

gloria i.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gibsons cottage

The location and views were amazing. Location was very walkable to sites and amenities. Lots of great restaurants at your doorstep.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Weekend on the sunshine coast

Very convenient location, comfortable, clean and well equipped. The view and morning sun on the deck was a great way to start the day. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

A week in paradise!

Thoroughly enjoyed our family vacation. Amazing location and perfect house for our family. We enjoyed all of the restaurants, shops and seawall within walking distance. Couldn’t have asked for a better location for our Sunshine Coast adventure! Thank you, Oona.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay C.

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

Lovely Weekend Getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay in Gibsons at Oona's heritage cottage. The property is centrally located so made getting around very easy, despite the snow dump over the weekend. We appreciated the 3 levels allowing our two children to have their own space. All in all, we had a very nice and relaxing weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Lovey Place. Great Location

It was as expected. Which is always good. Quaint, clean and perfectly situated near everything you need or want to do. Craig
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Sweet Gibsons Cottage

Our family of adults loved everything about our stay at this sweet, home full of light and character. The view overlooking Gibsons, the marina and ocean is gorgeous. Our Host Oona, sets a warm, casual welcoming vibe, and the home is lovely. The beds are like heaven, and the brass bed in the top floor overlooking the view is a dream. We had the best weekend because of this sweet space and will happily return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Thank you Lisa. You and your family are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley B.

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

Gibsons

The house was well outfitted with everything you need. Four adults were comfortable and the view was excellent. We were there for New Year’s Eve and had the added advantage of having a wonderful view to watch fireworks in the harbour. Communication was great! I would recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Cosy heritage home

Cosy heritage home with views across Gibsons Landing. It's a heritage home so it's a little wonky in some areas which all adds to the charm. The stairs are a little steep but you just have to take things a bit slower. Very well equipped with everything we needed. It's biggest selling point is that it's so close to the restaurants in town. A couple of minutes to most of them. Would definitely return. A really lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Lovely stay

The home in Gibson's is a great location for walks to downtown and the harbor. We spent most of our time on the deck with lovely views of the harbor and the mountains. The home was clean but had an odor that seemed to come from the basement. Once the house was opened up and the air was moving the smell was less prominent. Also, the third bedroom on the upper level is not usable on a hot summer day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2023
I am very sorry that there was a smell in the house when you arrived. I wish you had notified me at the time as I would have done whatever was necessary to deal with it. I have no idea what could have been the cause of it. My house cleaner didn’t notice anything when she was cleaning so hopefully whatever caused it is fixed? Yes, that top bedroom gets warm in this unusually hot weather. I have a large fan in there but it sounds like I might need to buy a second one if we have another heat wave. Thank you for letting me know. Oona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

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

We had a beautiful time!

I have wonderful memories of our visit here. Oona's cottage is comfortable, charming, well-equipped, and in a superb location close to the waterfront in Gibsons. The patio, where we dined most evenings, has a spectacular and expansive view -- very relaxing and inspiring! This was our first time on the beautiful Sunshine Coast and the cottage was a great base for beginning to get to know the area. Oona was very helpful and responsive when we reached out to her. (Be prepared for the very steep driveway -- we chose to park at the bottom most of the time, which was not a problem as the distances are short.) Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2023
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay Peter. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

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

Fabulous downtown location

Our family of 6 adults stayed in this beautifully appointed 1930’s cottage while attending a wedding. We were very impressed with the gorgeous gardens, fabulous deck with view of the marina and everything you could possible need in the kitchen for meal preparation. There is one bedroom on each of the 3 floors, so plenty of room to spread out. The large loft bedroom with its dormer window overlooking the Marina was gorgeous. The bedroom in the basement had its own ensuite and was very tastefully decorated. Access to the downtown core is very easy as there are a set of stairs nearby so it’s about a 5 minute walk. Highly recommend the Mad Hen for breakfast! Oona was a great host, replying very quickly to a couple of questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2022
So glad you loved my cottage! Would love to host you and your family again ☺️ Sounds like I need to go for breakfast or lunch at the Mad Hen!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mila Z.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely views, but a mixed experience overall

Oona's place has lovely views and is well-located. As she mentions, the home is an older heritage house that is very much lived in and feels very personalized. You do feel like a guest in someone else's home the entire time, which is neither good or bad, but this depends on your preference. Great care needs to be exercised around the wood (both in terms of the kitchen counters and with regard to the floors). Unfortunately for us, there was no note however about the floors, and we did not realize the consequence of using a small humidifier (a few of us had a mild cold picked up from our toddler's daycare and was using it at night to alleviate symptoms). We did not realize that the wood was so sensitive to condensation (despite wiping everyday), and we ended up paying some damages without dispute on our end. Ultimately this situation was resolved, but earlier in the conversation, there were also some implications about other minor wear and tear, like a bedskirt being dirty and closet floors being damaged, which were pre-existing conditions. We did not use either. I understand how it must feel to suddenly discover issues with your home, and it's easy to pin it on whoever stayed last, but that left us with something of a bad aftertaste and made us feel that perhaps this wasn't the best choice for us after all. Other than the mixed experience due to the issue with bedroom floors and with other insinuations, we were just a little bit confused about the trash and composting, as there wasn't a way to compost while we were there. I would also caution that the steep stairs are really not ideal for young toddlers still learning how to walk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
I have been renting my cottage for 5 years and this is the first time I have had damage occur that I felt warranted compensation. I have engineered hardwood floors in the main floor bedroom which are very durable. I returned home after Mila’s visit to find the floors so water damaged that the floor joints were swollen in some areas, and one floor plank had cracked. A few floor plank joins are permanently water damaged. Additionally, water splashed up onto the baseboard and permanently left water stains. This was obviously a major water spill that was not dealt with in time. As I am not planning to replace the floors, I only charged Mila $130 for replacement of the ruined baseboard which I think is very fair.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ludmila S.

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

Everything was perfect

We - a family of six adults- had a great time at Oona place. The place is not big, but cosy and comfortable. There was a room for everyone. The beds were ok and the kitchen had everything you'd need. The view from the porch is magnificant. There ar two beaches nearby. We loved the Georgia beach, it's about 15-20 min walk, a bit uphill, but with a nice view of the ocean. Secluded warm pebbles, good swim. There are lots of great hikes and other attractions in 10 to 1hr drive from the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline M.

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

Amazing Stay

This home is so beautiful and the location is amazing. Walking distance to so many restaurants and shops. The beds were the most comfortable and the view from the upper deck so beautiful. Such a warm a cozy home. I would definitely return !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy C.

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

Wonderful cosy cottage!

We had the most wonderful stay here. Oona had thought of everything and was so generous in sharing her home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thoi d.

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

Convenient location

Nice and clean house
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

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

Downtown Gibsons Harbour View

Great little 1930's renovated home right downtown with patio and garden. Gorgeous views and lots of light. Appreciated the espresso maker and street parking. The only concern we had were the steep stairs inside and out that were a bit tricky for our seniors. Would stay again when on the Sunshine Coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George C.

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

Excellent location.

Perfect location for exploring everything offered in the lower village and waterfront. Several wonderful restaurants within walking distance
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Gibsons Winter Getaway

We came on Boxing Day and stayed for 4 nights. The cottage was very cozy. Perfect my wife and I and our 2 teens. The location was excellent and everything was in walking distance. The owner, Oona was very helpful. We will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2022
Thank you Jamie. Would love to host your family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea V.

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

Great location. Super cozy

Perfect for 3-4 people. It rained our whole stay and it was cozy to sit by the fire and look out on the water. Loved the location. Close to walking to everything in Gibsons.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home with great views!

We loved staying here, the deck has amazing views and great bedrooms. Minutes away from all that Gibsons has to offer :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay Kate. Come again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Wonderful vacation

This was our second time staying at this beautiful house. It was clean, comfortable, and contained everything that is needed for a perfect stay. It was great to have a barbecue this year.. The pictures show exactly how the home is. We highly recommend Oona’s house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2021
It was a pleasure to host Sue and her group again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Cute home

Cute home in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Oona Taggart

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I am a retired teacher who has lived on the Sunshine Coast for many years. I love the outdoors and travel as much as I can.

Why they chose this property

Sweet character cottage on a large view lot in the lower village.

What makes this property unique

Fabulous central location. South facing with beautiful light and views.

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