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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.

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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

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

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
  • ‪Anchor Inn Hotel - Georgie's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Doyle W. Sansome & Sons Super Lobster Pool - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪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.

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.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests