14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay

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A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV.
A spacious living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outside.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a dining table.
A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted cabinet.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Port McNeill, BC
  • Place, Gwa'ni Hatchery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Port McNeill Visitor Centre
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Interpretive Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Hardy, BC (YZT)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Map
Port McNeill, BC

What's nearby

  • Gwa'ni Hatchery - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Port McNeill Visitor Centre - 18 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Port McNeill and District Museum - 18 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Whale Interpretive Center - 20 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Misty Lake Ecological Reserve - 29 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Port McNeill, BC (YMP) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Killer Whale Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Grill - ‬86 min drive
  • ‪Old Saltery Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tina Turner's - ‬90 min drive
  • ‪Gordie‘S Restaurant - ‬87 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay 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 14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 14 - Paddlers Cove Cottage By The Sea at Alder Bay located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gwa'ni Hatchery, Whale Interpretive Center and Port McNeill and District Hospital. Port McNeill and District Museum and Port McNeill Visitor Centre are also within 12 miles (20 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. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and nice accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful location and your accommodation. We hope to welcome you back to Alder Bay again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The cottage had everything we needed and the staff were excellent. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had a great stay and that the cottage had everything you needed. It's especially nice to hear your kind words about our staff—I’ll be sure to pass them along. They work hard to make every guest's stay a memorable one. Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We'd love to welcome you back to Alder Bay again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent home with ocean views. There are black tailed deer that hang out near the homes which made this place magical. Clean and well stocked. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view and excellent place to stay

The cottage was in excellent condition and provided us with everything we needed. Beautiful view and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad the cottage met your needs and that you enjoyed the beautiful view and comfort. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a great little cabin, well located to explore the north island. The Kitchen was well stocked. The view was beautiful. We were very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re glad the kitchen had everything you needed and that the location worked well for exploring the North Island. Happy you were comfortable and enjoyed the views—would love to welcome you back to Alder Bay anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at Paddlers Cove cottage! It was the perfect place to bring our family for some outdoor adventure; the view was amazing, it was fast and convenient to get our boat into the water, and the staff were friendly and helpful. We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Alder Bay

Excellent base for exploring northern Vancouver Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you found our location to be the perfect base for exploring northern Vancouver Island. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location, view and cabins!

We stayed in 2 cabins with our parents who were visiting from overseas. They were spacious, clean, well equipped with everything we needed and absolutely amazing views. Saw lots of wildlife and highly recommend coming here!! We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you and your family enjoyed your stay and got to take in the amazing views and local wildlife — it's always a highlight. It’s great to hear the cabins had everything you needed and made for a comfortable visit with your parents. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great:hostlocation/viewequipped kitchencozinessless than perfect:small/crowded 2nd bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the hosting, location, views, kitchen, and overall coziness of the cottage. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Lovely cottage. All conveniences of home. Lots of wildlife. Pet friendly - even has a dog run. Hosts were great and easy to communicate. Thanks for all your help
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cottage, the setting, and the wildlife — and that the dog run was useful too. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re glad communication was easy throughout your stay. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great communication, and friendly staff. I gave a 4 star because the master bedroom mattress was awful and I wasn’t able to sleep on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback and kind words about the location, communication, and our staff—we really appreciate it! I'm sorry to hear the mattress in the master bedroom wasn't comfortable for you. Your comments are important to us, and we'll be looking into this to see what improvements can be made. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back and provide a more restful experience next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really lovely stay at Paddles Cove Cottage by the Sea. The cottage is in an incredibly beautiful location, close to the water, with peaceful surroundings and a stunning view.Everything was clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully arranged – from the fully equipped kitchen to the comfortable beds. We truly appreciated how easy it was to feel at home here.The hosts were helpful and easy to communicate with. It’s clear they care about making guests feel welcome.A great choice for anyone looking for a relaxing place to stay near the sea. We hope to come back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall great weekend! The second bedroom is a bit snug, but only had one adult in there, so not horrible. A few of the dishes were dirty. But the spectacular views, the handy binoculars and all the space in the living area made everything so enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect location for Telegraph Cove tours

Somewhat small for 4 adults but we managed. Had trouble accessing the Portal to get unit instructions like wifi and where to find things. Would prefer an instruction sheet in the unit as backup. Beds were super comfortable, unit was spotless, and a great location to connect with our tour out of Telegraph Cove. Suggest new frying pans and flipper, and a larger garbage can under the sink but those were minor details. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you had a great stay and appreciated the comfort and cleanliness of the unit. We’ll definitely consider your suggestions about the frying pans, flipper, and garbage can, and we’ll work on improving access to unit instructions. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay thank you for the easy check in and great accomodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the check-in process easy and the accommodations comfortable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Alder Bay again in the future. Safe travels!
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