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Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a bookshelf.
A deck with two Adirondack chairs, a grill, and a view of a lake.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a dishwasher, a toaster, and a coffee maker.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with steps leading to a white house with a covered porch.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Botwood, NL
  • Place, Jelly Bean Hill Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Bishop's Falls Heritage Centre
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Exploits Lanes
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails

Explore Central NL from this private and quiet getaway in the scenic town of Botwood. Easy access to trailway and walking/hiking trails from your doorstep including Blueberry Hill for a panoramic view of the area. Stroll to the beach for whale/bird watching or launch your kayak for a paddle around Exploits Bay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Notify us upon checkout
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 5518
Property # 9788096
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Botwood

Botwood is home to this holiday home. Jelly Bean Hill Park and Rowsell's Hill Nature Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lind Park and Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts.
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Botwood, NL

What's nearby

  • Jelly Bean Hill Park - 16 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Bishop's Falls Heritage Centre - 16 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Corduroy Brook - 24 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts - 24 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Exploits Lanes - 24 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

  • Gander, NL (YQX-Gander Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mary Browns - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪the landing pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbourview Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay View Retreat, quiet and private getaway, easy access to trails located?

Situated in Botwood, this holiday home is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Jelly Bean Hill Park and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Bishop's Falls Heritage Centre. Rowsell's Hill Nature Trail and Rotary Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful residence, wonderful host, central location easy to tour and return home too rest. I/ we totally will recommend Erin as the hostess to book with a score 12 out of 10.!!!!!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great quick stop place as we travelled across the province.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Newfoundland

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

Bay view Retreat

This is a great place to stay! Lovely home worked well for 2 couples! Beds were very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very central for exploring twillingate and harbour Bretton area. Met many locals. Beautiful area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

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

Decent 1 night stay

We were hiking around the island and this property was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, good location, nice and clean, and felt very much at home. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi N.

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

Spacious comfortable house

The house was very clean and well equipped. Lots of space and comfy beds. Lovely location with a nice view and some outdoor seating!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena B.

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

Great vacation rental

This is a great vacation rental. The house was neat and clean. More than enough space for five adults to share without feeling crowded or being in each other's way. The host was great at answering all the questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula V.

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

Homecoming

Excellent stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy home - our second time here and we will be back again. Bed is very comfortable, everything was clean and welcoming. Laundry on site is perfect for longer stays, lots of storage space for clothes, food, etc. See you next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Lovely stay

The house and location were perfect. Cleanliness was superb. Great place to relax after long day. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEITH P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy

Beautiful. Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Botwood stay

Our stay was brief and we had everything that we needed.Wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. Loved chatting with the old boys club that the restaurant over breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracy

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

Property review

House was nice and clean, comfortable and roomy. Nice place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Margo J.

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

Our recent 2nd stay was great.

This is a large property and comfortable rental home. There was lots of room and games to entertain our family who live in the area. The home is well stocked with starter supplies and good amenities. We appreciated the quick responses and attention from the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very spacious and clean. The area is very quiet. As advertised the home is not right on the water, but it is on top of a hill backed by a forested area so very private. Across the street there is a nice walkway that runs by the ocean, great for an after dinner walk. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Quaint older CLEAN Home

Very Clean & host left us small amounts of necessities....which was very helpful since we flew in from Ont & couldn't bring much with us ...Thank U
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

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

Great stay by the bay

We stayed for just over a week and were looking for a place to rest after visiting family and exploring central Newfoundland. A beautiful view, clean, lots of space and had all the essentials we needed. We walked a few shorts steps from the house to pick endless blueberries, which was a nice plus. The hosts were prompt with any messages. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My sisters and I spent a wonderful few days at your home.The beds were super comfortable, house was spotless. The host was quick to respond to our questions as we had a bit of a problem finding the house. Perhaps put a house number in the directions as that would help.We picked blueberries just behind the house, a real bonus!Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Botwood. Very quiet. Blueberries abound on the hill. Unfortunately no air conditioning. Space clean and functional. Easy parking. Need new pillows but bed comfortable..
View from front yard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

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

Oasis

Everything was so well done. They were nice enough to accommodate us hours earlier than planned and was greatly appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

May 24 Outing with the Folks

Erin is an excellent host. Very quick to respond to my questions and accommodate my request. The house is very clean and cozy. I would rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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

The house was clean and cozy

The only issue we had was the rooms were very warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Erin Stride

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