FERNWOOD BY THE SEA is only a few minute walk to North Chesterman Beach. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, private deck with hot tub, outdoor shower, surf racks and all the amenities you'd wish for in your vacation home! Located in a prime location, this home is a quick stroll to the famous Chesterman Beach and walking distance to Tacofino, Wildside Grill, coffee shops & more! Fernwood by the Sea sleeps 6 guests comfortably. The master bedroom has a king bed with an ensuite bathroom. The other 2 bedrooms have queen size beds with a shared bathroom complete with a tub and shower. There is a large living room area, dining table, fully equipped kitchen and BBQ for all your cooking needs. Out back you can relax in the private hot tub surrounded by many alder and old growth trees or enjoy the outdoor shower after a day of surfing!
For those who wish to dive into Tofino's world-renown surfing, enjoy the luxury of the outdoor heated shower, hot tub and surfboard racks. Fernwood by the Sea is the perfect Tofino home base!
Host Rules
Renter's Agreement: Guests must sign the Renter's Agreement to confirm their reservation.
Age min: must be 23 years or older to book.
Guest Limit: As per Tofino Bylaws, a maximum of 6 guests (including babies and children) are allowed. If a reservation exceeds this limit, we reserve the right to ask the guests to leave.
During peak summer season (June 15 - Sept 15), 3 night minimum and all bookings must be back-to-back to avoid gaps.
3 night minimum stay for all Canadian Statutory Holidays
We offer discounted rates on month long stay ONLY during our low season (Dec-Feb)
Pet friendly after owner approval, 2 dog max. Sorry no cats allowed!
Please note: A long-term tenant lives on-site in a separate caretaker suite as per Tofino Bylaws
Strict Quiet Hours: 10pm to 8am - please be respectful of the neighbours and locals!
Cancellation Policy: We offer a 30 day cancellation policy. If you provide us with the 30 days required notice you will receive a full refund. If you cancel without the required days notice you will not receive a refund for your reservation.
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.
Proudly managed by Tofino Vacation Rentals Provincial License: H258110634 District Licence: LIC-2024-0165
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A deposit hold will be placed on the credit card prior to check in and released 2 days after departure
If the home is pet friendly, there is a $50 fee per pet, per pet
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number H258110634, LIC-2024-0165
Property # 2308435vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tofino
Located in Tofino, this holiday home is near the beach. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesterman Beach and Wickaninnish Beach. Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Maquinna Provincial Marine Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Frank Island - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Mackenzie Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Tacofino - 10 min walk
Rhino Coffee House - 6 min drive
Shed - 6 min drive
Ombré - 6 min drive
Tofitian - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf on 27 May 2026 start from AU$524, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fernwood By the Sea-N. Chesterman, Hot Tub, Surf located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chesterman Beach, Maquinna Provincial Marine Park and Frank Island. Mackenzie Beach and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great privacy. Loved the wrap around deck. Felt like we had our own forest cabin. Hot tub was an excellent temperature. Layout of the house was perfect for our family.
Cathrine N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. I’m so glad the space worked well for your family and that you enjoyed the peaceful setting. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Great location, very clean, lots of amenities. Would have loved to stay longer
Manya S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. I am happy to hear you enjoyed the location and amenities, and hopefully I can host you again for a longer stay next time.
Awesome location for surfing and beach walks. Loved the house and the hottub on the back deck. Great for little crawlers and walkers because there aren’t any stairs. We had a few issues with the cleanliness of the property, but the property managers were very responsive and quickly helped out with the issues.
Amy K.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review and for your understanding. We’re sorry again for the initial cleaning issue, but we truly appreciate you giving us the opportunity to make it right during your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Had a wonderful stay! The place was clean and cozy, and I had great communication with the host. Can’t say enough good things about this location
jordan p.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
I’m so glad you had a great experience and felt comfortable during your stay. I really appreciate your kind words — you’re always welcome back anytime!
Great location close to chesterman beach. Clean, comfortable rooms. Amazing communication from the hosts before and throughout our stay. Would love to stay again.
Jenna D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed the stay and I’d be happy to host you again anytime.
Came for a 3 day get away with friends and had a wonderful stay.
Carol B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
House was clean and had everything g we needed. Was a perfect weekend away. We will be back!
Jeri B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
I’m so glad to hear you had a great weekend and found everything you needed. I really appreciate you choosing to stay and would love to host you again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
19 Apr 2026
Wonderful stay in the forest by the sea
Fernwood by the Sea provided the perfect spring break retreat for our family of two adults and four teens. We enjoyed the comfortable beds, hot tub surrounded by lush trees and greenery, and fully equipped kitchen. Having two full bathrooms (supplied with luxury soaps and shampoo etc.!) was much appreciated with four teens. The home is located in a great walkable location. It was an easy stroll to Chesterman beach in our wetsuits where we enjoyed boogie boarding, watching surfers and beachcombing. Very nice to be able to come back and shower off in the warm shower after being in the water and hop in the hot tub. We enjoyed walking to the café at the Wickanannish Inn to sample some of the delicious baked goods. Also an easy walk to the "shopping village" that has a coffee shop, surf gear rental, restaurants and a small grocery store. Highly recommend.
House was comfortable, cozy and so close to Chestermans Beach. Hot tub was a lovely bonus after a day at the beach.
Cathy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
We truly appreciate your fantastic review! It’s so great to hear that you loved the property and had a positive experience with our amenities and service. Thank you for your recommendation—we’d love to host you again in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Jesse G.
27 July 2018
Great location !
Great location, nice and comforatable. Hot tub is great!
Jesse G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you very much , please comeback and visit us again
We had a wonderful stay. The property is spacious, private, quiet, clean, and has all the comforts of home. Best of all, it is a quick walk to Chesterman Beach. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Tina D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2025
We truly appreciate your fantastic review! It’s so great to hear that you loved the property and had a positive experience with our service. Thank you for your recommendation—we’d love to host you again in the future.
We’re so happy to hear you had a wonderful time at our property. Thank you for your lovely review, and we’d love to have you stay with us again in the future!
Ideal location for a surfing weekend, very clean, spacious house less than 5 min easy walk to Chesterman Beach. Would definitely stay there again and recommend it to friends and family!
Isabelle V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2022
We're so glad to hear you had a good experience! We look forward to hosting you again one day.
About the host
Hosted by Tofino Vacation Rentals
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What makes this property unique
All Bed and Bath Linens Are Provided Fully Equipped Kitchen Hot tub BBQ Full Bathroom Laundry Facilities Parking TV Wi-Fi Pet-friendly
Languages:
English
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