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Right On The Water Just 4 Minutes Across By Our Boat From Downtown Tofino!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Right On The Water Just 4 Minutes Across By Our Boat From Downtown Tofino!

A touch of Paradise on Strawberry Island. Please enjoy a unique west coast experience calmly resting on our float home just a quick boat ride across from downtown Tofino. Rustic, fully furnished accommodations with all the comforts of home but the feeling of the wilderness all around you. Float home studio with queen, bunk and hide a bed & full bath. Complimentary boat taxi provided by hosts for our guests. BBQ, Stove, Fridge and fully stocked with everything you need. Hosts are also long time local fish guides, crabbing, prawning, hot springs & wildlife tours for guests at a nominal cost. Bring your kayaks right out our front doors. Check out www.fishingtofinobc.com for more info. We look forward to hosting you here in our west coast adventure get away. Strawberry-Island.com ask about our fleet of homes and availability

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About the area

Tofino

Located in Tofino, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesterman Beach and Wickaninnish Beach. Tofino Bike Park and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Tofino, BC

What's nearby

  • Eagle Aerie Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Tofino Bike Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Tofino Art Glass - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tonquin Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shed - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ombré - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tofitian - ‬4 min drive

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. 44 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the most wonderful and unique experiences I've ever had! Easy to communicate our boat ride back and forth from the houseboat to shore and the hosts were extremely welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A huge thank you to the wonderful hosts and team at Strawberry island for an amazing and unique two nights in tofino. The houseboat was so charming and homey, the pet friendly location made bringing along our dog so easy, and the porthole in the living room floor opportunity to crab from our doorstep was unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was an incredible experience to stay on the water with unbelievable views! The cabin’s cosy feel was a perfect way to end our day of exploring tofino. The 4 min boat ride to and from the main land was a wonder on it’s own, with the most spectacular landscape.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! Loved the experience of being right on the water watching whales and sea otters and loons. Everything we needed we had. Pearl was so accommodating getting us back and forth to town by boat.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the harbour. We enjoyed watching the fishing boats and the float planes and sitting on the dock observing the marine life and sunsets. The property is really one big room. We were three adults and it suited us fine. I am not sure that it is as suitable for young children.Our host Pearl was great, ready to transport us when asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool experience staying on the water, Pearl was really accommodating, would recommend this place fora cool experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend there. It was quiet and cozy. Great gas fireplace and view. We got a trip to and from town every day. We'll be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I had a great stay at the houseboat. A perfect place to decompress and getaway.Travel to and from the mainland was easy thanks to Pearl and her daughter Hannah.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reece O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely recommend. Wish we could’ve spent more time there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danae m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pearl was absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend staying if you arein Tofino!! One of a kind experience and amazing humans. Will most certainly be back!! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anqi X.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
unique experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot to stay and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommend! Everything was exactly as stated and shown. Property was very clean, linens/towels were good quality bed was very comfortable.The property manager was so helpful and accommodating. Many opportunities for extra activities through the property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ace T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. What a fantastic and unique experience. Place was clean and cozy. Pearl is an amazing host! Very responsive and accommodating. Would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eli a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a magical place, from fishing off the front porch to watching jelly fish swim by the porthole all night, this property has it all. It was a chilly March but Pearl kept us stocked with extra blankets and propane for the heater. It is so cozy and warm that you forget you are in a float house. Pearl was very easy to arrange rides to/from the harbour and you can feel the sense of community all around you. 10/10 we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recommend this stay to anyone visiting Tofino. It’s such a cozy experience. We’ve stayed twice and brought our dogs, who LOVE the boat ride to the dock. We’ll be back again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aika R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin, comfy bed, right on the water- the window down to the ocean is awesome for watching critters swimming around. Organizing rides to/from the houseboat was easy and efficient. Host was friendly and ensured I had everything need to be comfortable. Perfect spot to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay and unique house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing accommodation. Right on the ocean. We had a wonderful night. The host was amazing and lives close by which was comforting, not that it was necessary. Pick up and drop off went smoothly. The time there was serene!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vippy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like a floating cabin & was very clean! The fish hole was super unique!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful location to kayak on the inland waters. It is an easy paddle to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pearl was an amazing host, and we loved being right on the water in a quiet place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ezekiel p.

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

Ideal vrbo

Really the epitome of a perfect vrbo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

warren h.

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

Great stay!

Nice place, clean, quiet. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mona K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet, peaceful get-away with beautiful weather in October. Exactly what we were hoping for. Pearl was attentive and helpful. Float house was rustic and cozy - we felt we really lucked out with this experience and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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