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Skipper Tom's Summary

Holiday home in Twillingate with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Twillingate, NL
  • Place, Twillingate Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Auk Island Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Twilingate Astronomical Observatory
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Skipper Tom's Summary

Skipper Tom's is a 2-bedroom Saltbox style home located in the heart of Twillingate, steps from restaurants, amenities and attractions. From the home's wrap around deck, you'll soak up incredible ocean views. Each bedroom has a queen bed, HDTV, a private en suite and views of the ocean. With a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living room, laundry facility large deck and yard, you'll have plenty of room to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

The Space:
Completely renovated in 2013, the main floor includes an open-concept kitchen/dining area, a large living room, a full bathroom and laundry facility. Upstairs, you'll find two large bedroom suites both with queen beds and en-suite bathrooms, each with its own shower and soaker tub. Each bedroom is equipped with its own TV (with cable) and has beautiful views of the water.

The home sits on a large piece of land overlooking Robin's Cove. The views can be enjoyed from all rooms in the home, as well as from the large wrap around deck.

The property was built by the owner's Grandfather Tom in 1914. He was a Skipper on schooners fishing off the Labrador coast. Hence the name "Skipper Tom's".

On the property, you'll find a working root cellar and a shed that was built in the mid 1800s.

Located in the heart of Twillingate, this property provides guests with the very best Twillingate has to offer - stunning views and proximity to local attractions.

Guest Access:
You will have access to the entire home.

Other Things to Note:
This property has been operated as successful vacation home for years, consistently receiving 5-star reviews. Starting in the fall of 2022, the owners have hired Outport Realty to manage the property for them. As such, we are re-listing the property. The owners, who are local to Twillingate, take great pride in this home and look forward to hosting guests for many years to come.

Interaction with Guests:
Managed locally, I'm only a text, message or call away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The following house rules apply to this property: No pets. No parties and events. The number of guests must not exceed the number on the reservatio...

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Twillingate

Twillingate is home to this holiday home. Long Point Lighthouse and Prime Berth Fishing Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dildo Run Provincial Park and Seabreeze Park.
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Twillingate, NL

What's nearby

  • Twillingate Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Auk Island Winery - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Twilingate Astronomical Observatory - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Long Point Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Prime Berth Fishing Museum - 10 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Gander, NL (YQX-Gander Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cozy Tea Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Split Rock Brewing Co - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doyle W. Sansome & Sons Super Lobster Pool - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn Hotel - Georgie's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Annie's Harbour Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skipper Tom's Summary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Skipper Tom's Summary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skipper Tom's Summary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Skipper Tom's Summary located?

Situated in Twillingate, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Twillingate Gallery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Auk Island Winery and Twilingate Astronomical Observatory. Crow Head Town Hall is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay! Beautiful view, great location, and comfy beds! Skipper Tom's has everything to make your stay enjoyable. Twillingate is a gem, with great restaurants, and great hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Perry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Simple check-in. Lovely vista from the broad veranda. Accommodation was ideal for two couples. Appreciated the air conditioning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skipper Tom’s was an amazing place to stay in Twillingate. The accommodations were as stated and very comfortable. It was within walking distance to the town. It was perfect for two couples as we each had our own space. I would definitely recommend staying here. PS The muffins were delicious and a nice treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house- very cozy and well appointed. Bathrooms and bedrooms were great. Kitchen was well stocked and very functional. We loved the location. No complaints- only good things to say. Charming town with friendly people. We went to the dinner theater on our last night - really fun and entertaining. The owners were very good with communication and telling us to contact that for anything. Such a warm homey feeling to the house. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Great location with awesome ocean views

Very clean, nicely decorated, love the big bathtub, hard to imagine a better location with regards to town and the ocean. Kitchen was very well stocked. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Skipper Tom’s. It was a great location, was extremely clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Marie, the host, was wonderful. She was extremely helpful and responded to all my questions very quickly. I highly recommend staying at Skipper Tom’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Excellent

We loved this home. Great location and was greeted by a little iceberg in the bay in front of our home. The homemade muffins were a nice touch. Highly recommend as well recommend ocean quest tours. Suggest you take a morning tour.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAXINE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Skipper times vacation home was absolutely amazing! From the easy check-in to the clean and well stock kitchen, from the awesome views to the thoughtful special touches, such as lots of books to read, a TV and each bedroom, the soaker tub! I can't say enough about it! They even had a landline which could be a selling feature for this home! Cell phone service is very limited. However, having the landline made communication much better! This place comes highly recommended!
Greeted with fresh muffins on the table!
Wrap around deck with Windows all around!
Gorgeous sunset!
Awesome views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Excitement and fun in Twillingate.

Large quiet property with a well equipped kitchen. Two large bedrooms with en-suite baths and excellent hot showers. We had two really good nights sleeping on a fantastic mattress. We appreciated the washer /dryer and laundry soap after a week of travel. We walked to the dinner theatre and drove to the Anchor Inn pub to get screeched in. Great fun on a zodiac to see an iceberg calve and turn over!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Best rental ever!

Not much needs to be said about Skipper Tom’s because it was just so fantastic. The house is gorgeous and we especially liked the lovely and very comfortable living room. The kitchen was perfectly equipped and well laid out, and the large bedrooms were excellent in all regards, including the spacious ensuites. The wrap-around patio was a bonus feature that you never see. And the location was amazing, right on the water and walking distance to the dinner theatre, restaurants and pubs. This was the first true out of ten that we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Iceberg views

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Awesome

Property was perfect. Great Location- beautiful view of the ocean - property was clean and well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri D.

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

Skipper Toms

Clean, cozy, well equipped home. Great location and beautiful view.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne F.

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

Lovely spot in Twillingate

We were 2 couples who spent 2 nights at Skipper Tom’s. Great location. Perfect spot in town with a beautiful view, right across from the water, walking distance to shops and restaurants. The house was as described. Comfortable beds, porch to enjoy the view, a lovely spot in Twillingate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Sp

A1 What a beautiful cosy cottage and very nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J. B., ST CATHARINES, ON Canada

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

Great House for two couples

The house was central to all the excursions, hiking and things we wanted to do. It had a great view. If you have trouble with stairs this might not be the place for you but otherwise everything was great. We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

June V.

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

Wonderful Twillingate

The property was absolutely outstanding although a little hard to find! We drove right by it the first time. It was well worth the time looking for it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Skipper Tom's was a breath of fresh air! I loved sitting on the veranda and watching the boats go by and the ocean waves crashing against the shore line. the scenery is beautiful ! the house - immaculate, serene and inviting a nice surprise ... fresh baked bread waited for us !!!! also .. there was coffee, tea and other thoughtful items. highly recommend Skipper Tom's
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely location!

The biggest problem was that we only could enjoy the property for one night. Simply not long enough to get comfortable and settle in to take in all that Twillingate offers. Hopefully we can return for a longer visit. It's a beautiful old property well looked after and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Beth and Ken S.

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

A dream cottage by the sea!

We had a wonderful experience in Twillingate. This beautiful cottage lived fully up to our expectations. The view from the veranda was picture perfect and the feline visitor made us feel right at home. Walk to all that Twillingate had to offer. We had a slight issue with the appliances but were able to work it through. All in all, a perfect visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish E.

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

Twillingate gem

We stayed for a week early August and absolutely loved the place and location. The house itself is adorable and retaining its historical charm with modern amenities. Spotlessly clean, spacious, very comfortable (especially the beds)! We felt right at home, and especially loved the daily visits from the neighbourhood cat Taz - what a doll! Close to the water and several hiking trails - we did a trail everyday. Did a whale watching boat tour (Ocean Quest), browsed local shops, visited Fargo Island and enjoyed a birthday dinner at Georgie’s. Wonderful vacation and wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation of Skipper Tom’s is as described, and delightful - and right up until our check out morning - our stay was entirely pleasant (be aware of doors however, when a visiting cat drops by, apparently it likes to visit!).Skipper Tom’s location is recommended as a base to explore Twillingate. The house is well-appointed with all you would need (with the exception of kitchen scissors!), the rooms are spacious and comfortable and pretty. The 2 ensuites are a true plus. On check out day - the 10am check out time was a bit of an affront to start with, but respecting that was the limit, we planned the morning to be sure we were out on time. And to that end, did all our packing and fridge cleaning and garbage collection so that at 9:30, we could have our morning coffee on the porch taking in the lovely view of the ocean before we parted. Instead, when we walked out to deposit the garage at 9:30 - we found the cleaner sitting in the parking spot waiting for us to leave.Some might have ignored that, but we good not now, sit and relax with our while being in the sight line of someone in a car. It was a very disappointing end to an otherwise lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wavey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great…..We loved it there…Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful large sized home to stay in. Kitchen was well equipped with everything you need. Loved the fact there are 3 bathrooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Skipper Tom’s. The house was very clean and comfortable. The freshly baked muffins that were there when we arrived were a nice treat! We also appreciated having coffee provided for the week as well. No complaints whatsoever. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to anyone vacationing in Twillingate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marie Magnin

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I'm co-owner of Outport Realty, a local real estate brokerage and property management company. Based in Twillingate, we pride ourselves on providing our guests with the best possible experience while visiting Twillingate and area.

Why they chose this property

Skipper Tom's is treasured by its owners. It's been run as a very successful vacation rental for many years. With consistent five star reviews and lots of return guests, this property fits beautifully into our portfolio and is a joy to manage.

What makes this property unique

This property is very centrally located in Twillingate. You can very easily walk to many of Twillingate's restaurants, bars, stores and various attractions.

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