Saltbox cottage

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Clarke's Beach, NL

Bay Roberts Shoreline Heritage Walk6 min drive
The John N Leamon Stone Barn Museum9 min drive
Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site9 min drive
St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Washroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Built ca. 1910, this house is one of the oldest homes in the community. It has been carefully renovated with an eye to retaining its original character and warmth while making it functional with some more contemporary features.

The kitchen has a fridge, stove, oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, and a toaster. There is also a smart speaker to answer your questions, update you with the news and weather, or serenade you with music.

The living room and the first bedroom (that can be converted into a den) both have televisions. The living room TV is connected to Roku from which you can access Netflix, Spotify, among other Roku channels, although there is no live TV.

The washroom (toilet, sink, and shower) is on the ground floor by the back porch. There are two rooms upstairs: a bedroom with a double bed and a bedroom/den with a queen size futon that sleeps two.

The large back deck overlooks Clarke's Mountain and is accented with a gazebo. In the deck box you will find folding chairs and a propane barbecue. There is also a fire pit on the side garden.

If you walk to the left on railbed at the back of the property, it will take you to Clarke's Beach Information Centre (museum) in the old station. A little farther down there is a children's playground and paddling beach at the community park.

This is perfect for a place to relax, or a use as a base camp for day trips from which to explore a beautiful and historic part of our province.

Property manager

Jeff Smith

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed outside.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Clarke's Beach

Located in Clarke's Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Bay Roberts Shoreline Heritage Walk and Dildo Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SS Kyle Shipwreck and Gordon G. Pike Railway Heritage Museum and Park. Carbonear Railway Station Museum and Dildo Area Interpretation Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Clarke's Beach, NL

What's nearby

Bay Roberts Shoreline Heritage Walk - 6 min drive
Cupids Legacy Centre - 8 min drive
The John N Leamon Stone Barn Museum - 9 min drive
Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site - 9 min drive
Dildo Harbour - 30 min drive

Getting around

St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 4 min drive
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - 4 min drive
Subway - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Saltbox cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Saltbox cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saltbox cottage?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Saltbox cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Avalon Peninsula and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bay Roberts Shoreline Heritage Walk and Bay Roberts Heritage Society. Cupids Legacy Centre and The John N Leamon Stone Barn Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.0

Very good

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

mark

3 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

A salt box home

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Slavko M.

5 Jun 2022

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

Excellent Stay

Excellent. We had problems navigating the steep stairs. This should be mentioned in the property description.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Peter H.

2 Sept 2021

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

Clarke’s beech

Excellent hosts, very attentive, conscientious and accommodating. Property had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Alonzo P.

9 Aug 2021

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

A blast from the past. Unique old fashioned house with modern appliances, comfortable beds

Comfortable well maintained house of the past.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Steve W.

24 Aug 2020

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

Great place for a couple or small family

Immaculately clean house with all the amenities needed. Lovely sun room, back deck and gazebo with views to the hillside. Great community to stay as a base for exploring the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Smith

We are social workers living in St. John's who have been working on restoring and modernising this 110 year-old modified salt-box. It has been a labour of love and we would like to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

Situated 90Km. from St. John's and 5Km. from Bay Roberts, this house is close to all the necessities, yet set off in an a quiet and beautiful town of Clarke's Beach. There are several historic communities to explore from here, as well as scenic walking trails taking you to breathtaking vistas. Alternatively, you can relax at the house and take in the view from the deck while grilling dinner on the barbecue.

What makes this property unique

The house is a ten-minute walk from Clarke's Beach Family Park which includes a beach on a freshwater pond.
As it is on the T-Railway, it is the perfect spot for hikers, off-road motoring, and snowmobiling.

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