Welcome to WHITE BEAR COTTAGE!
Located directly across the street from the world-famous Chesterman Beach. The cottage is a fully detached building, perched on the side of the lot, facing south along the edge of the lush forest. The main floor boasts an open concept living room and kitchen area, with a large island for dining and conversation. For those who prefer to dine al fresco, a covered front patio includes a dining table and outdoor seating, creating the perfect setting for warmer days. Inside, you’ll find a cozy and inviting space featuring bedrooms with a minimalist, yet functional setup, including queen beds, reclaimed, live-edge wood wardrobe and bedside tables. Upstairs, you'll enjoy a mezzanine space, to sneak away and work or indulge in some yoga or stretching after your time in the water. The cottage uses a combination of heat pump heating with bedroom baseboards for efficient and sustainable comfort in this well-insulated home.
If you appreciate award winning architecture, a comfortable and thoughtful layout, and the rare opportunity to stay just steps away from some of Canada’s most famous beaches, then this treasured spot is an absolute must. Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of nature while enjoying all the modern comforts and sustainable charm that the White Bear Cottage has to offer!
Property Surroundings: The cottage is a secondary building on the property, nestled in the forest and oriented away from the primary residence, where the owners live, work, and play. Located at the front of the main home, the cottage shares the space with a young family (and their friendly dog) who enjoy the property year-round. You may occasionally hear the joyful sounds of children at play, though rest assured they’ll be quiet well before our 10 PM quiet hours. Because this is a family home, the owners often work on the surrounding property—making improvements such as landscaping or interior updates. Any maintenance completed on the property will be carried out during daytime hours only.
Please note: the vintage style living room couches have been replaced by two grey upholstered couches.
Host Rules:
Renter's Agreement: Guests must sign the Renter's Agreement to confirm their reservation.
Age Requirement: All guests must be at least 25 years old. Please do not request a booking for groups larger than 4 guests.
Maximum Occupancy: 4 guests, including babies and infants. To ensure a comfortable stay for all guests, we have a strict occupancy limit for our cabin. Please do not submit a booking if your group exceeds this limit. If more than 4 guests arrive, we reserve the right to ask you to leave without a refund. This policy is in place to maintain the comfort and safety of all guests.
Pet Policy: Only 1 dog is allowed. No cats or additional dogs are permitted. This policy is strictly enforced. If you bring two dogs we have the right to request that you check out.
Minimum Stay: A minimum stay of 3 nights is required for all summer bookings and Canadian statutory holidays. Exceptions may be made if the booking fills a 2-night gap.
Host Availability: If you receive a "Host unavailable" message while the calendar appears open, please contact us. We can override our booking system for gap-filling reservations during non-peak seasons or last-minute bookings.
No Parties or Events: We strictly prohibit parties or events on the property.
Property Details:
Onsite Owners: The property owners, a family with young children and a friendly dog, reside year-round in the main house located behind the cottage.
Quiet Hours: We enforce quiet hours from 10 pm to 8 am. Please be mindful of noise levels both inside and outside the premises during these times to maintain a peaceful environment for all guests and neighbors.
Cancellation Policy: A 30-day cancellation notice is required.
Cancellations with the required notice will receive a full refund, minus any pesky VRBO processing fees. No refunds will be given for cancellations made without the required notice.
Accidental Damage Protection: Accidental Damage Protection is included in the total cost of your reservation—there is no additional fee after booking, as it is automatically applied at the time of purchase. This coverage protects against accidental damages up to $1,000 that may occur during your stay.
Please note: This protection does not apply to damages caused by parties, unauthorized events, or negligent behaviour. It is strictly intended for unintentional mishaps that may happen while you're staying in the home.
Managed by Tofino Vacation Rentals
District License: LIC-2024-0012
Provincial License: H837840320
