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Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access

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View from Cottage deck
view from behind the cottage
The great Arbutus tree on lower deck
covered front porch
outside deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Pender Island, BC
  • Place, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Browning Harbour Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Otter Bay Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access

This deluxe cottage sits on Ainslie Point at the head of Bedwell Harbour with waterview on three sides. You will have access to our private dock and beach plus be able to catch your own fresh crab for a special dinner. The large deck area offers extended outside living both undercover and in the open surroundings. Enjoy the feeding hummingbirds, the Otters playing on the dock, the deer perusing the garden as well as watching the passing marine traffic.

You can enjoy a special romantic/quiet time and/or participate in the activities of this unique ecological area preserved by the Islands Trust. This location is central to galleries, hiking, disc golf, a nine or 18 hole golf course, restaurants, the world class 'Poet's Cove' and much more.

Off season is just as beautiful as the summer months - warmed by a fireplace and sometimes beautified by a layer of delicate snow.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Use of Rowboat, canoe and crab trap are the sole responsibility of the 'renter'

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H708416072
Property # 40864vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pender Island

Located in Pender Island, this cottage is by the ocean. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal and Browning Harbour Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and Bellhouse Provincial Park. Dinner Bay Japanese Garden and Saturna Recreation and Cultural Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Pender Island, BC

What's nearby

  • Gulf Islands National Park Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Driftwood Centre - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Browning Harbour Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Otter Bay Marina - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sea Star Vineyard - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slow Coast Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Copper Otter Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Stand - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Port Browning Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saturna General Store - ‬71 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ainslie Point Deluxe Waterfront Cottage with Beach and Dock Access located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Gulf Islands National Park Reserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Driftwood Centre and Browning Harbour Marina. Sea Star Vineyard and Pender Island Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Claire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous beach view and cottage really well appointed with everything one needed for a comfortable stay.The extremely steep driveway was a challenge both coming and going!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Enjoyed having you and your puppy visit us. I agree the driveway is challenge but at least it is a cement topping With Light, Alma & Mack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

sea side stay

wonderful stay, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Enjoyed your family. Thanks for joining us at Ainslie Point
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

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

Nice Holiday

Alma and Mack were excellent hosts. Lovely private cabin. We enjoyed sitting on the amazing decks, taking in the beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Happy to have you . You left the cottage in perfect condition. We hardly knew you had been there. thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline E.

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

Pender Haven

Lovely location, quiet, private cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous in every way!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Wonderful Relaxing Stay

We had a fantastic week at this beautiful cottage. The ocean views are spectacular. The location is lovely and peaceful. Mack and Alma were wonderful hosts. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
Delighted to have you and your dog., Rose. You left the cottage in great shape. Thank you. Hope you catch more crabs next time..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Wonderful Stay on Pender!

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage in August - from seeing otters, deer, seals and osprey, to swimming in the ocean every day, all aspects were delightful! Alma and Mack (and Callum) were fantastic hosts, we hope to visit again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thank you Melinda. It was delightful to have you here. With Light
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Islandgirl

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

Coming back asap!

To sum it up, on a phone call with our daughter, she said “ Mom, your voice sounds so relaxed!” And I owe it all to our stay here! Thank you Alma and Mack!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
It makes us feel so good when you enjoy your stay. It's so amazing what relaxation can do. thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

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

What a wonderful stay!

My family and I have been visiting Pender Island almost every summer for years, and this is the first time we stayed at Ainslie Point Cottage. We were very impressed by how clean, comfortable and well stocked it was. The kids loved playing on the private beach. Alma was a lovely and communicative host. Thank you for the wonderful stay, we would love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Two splendid weeks

Professional standards, delightful hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Great to have you. Hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sooo amazing

The cottage is exactly as described. It’s very clean, water access is phenomenal and you can fish and crab from the dock. The hosts are incredibly kind and very responsive. This is an excellent property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
You were great guests and we know you had fun. Thank you for excellent clean up. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

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

A peaceful oasis

The cottage is a great place to relax with private beach access from which to launch our kayaks. It was comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. We appreciated the wildlife and the regular boat traffic. The views of the water and the peace and quiet were what we enjoyed the most.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
You were delightful guests and thank you for leaving the cottage in excellent condition. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victoria r.

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

exceptional stay, gorgeous cabin & ocean setting & great people

superb cottage on water with excellent dock and shore, with warm kind hosts and amazing hikes in the area. Far surpassed our exceptions. Hosts so kind, checking in on us. Amazing place, one of my favourite places in BC.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2020
Loved having you. You have a lot more energy than us. Glad you enjoyed the hikes. With Light, Alma & Mack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

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

Ainslee Point cottage is absolutely wonderful

We had an absolutely wonderful time staying in the Ainslee Point cottage. Alma and Mack were very kind and considerate. The cottage is beautifully set up with everything you could possibly need. The location is just stunning. We loved being within walking distance to so many great hiking trails, ie mount Norman. We enjoyed canoe rides in their beautiful bay. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Look forward to seeing you again. Sorry you had to leave early. Thank you leaving everything so clean,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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

A Magical Place

What a wonderful magical place. We spent an idyllic few days at Ainslie Point Cottage with everything we could possibly need. The cottage was spotless and really well equipped including tea, coffee, and other store cupboard items as well as washer, dryer and we even had the use of a rowing boat or canoe too. Best of all was the magnificent view soaked up from the comfy sofa on the veranda or from the chairs on the large deck. Thank you Alma and Mack for sharing this corner of paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
It was great to meet you and sorry we weren’t around to spend more time with you. We appreciated the email communication. Delighted to have you as guests. Alma & Mack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Peaceful and beautiful.

The most important feature of the cottage was the extraordinary view over the water and small islands at the head of Bedwell Harbour. Second was expansive deck, covered and uncovered that allowed one to just relax and stare. Cottage is comfortable and well maintained with all amenities one could want. Use of canoe and crabtrap was bonus that we took advantage of to our delight but the crabs’ chagrin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Sorry we weren’t there to meet you but so glad you enjoyed your stay. You certainly left the cottage in good shape when you left. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

My husband's all-time favourite holiday!

We just spent a fabulous week at Alma and Mack's cottage on Ainslie Point. It is truly a paradise there. We had every kind of weather, from power-outing storms and torrential rains to warm sun and clear skies, and the cottage (with its spacious surrounding decks) was the ideal place to be. My husband loved snorkelling from the dock and all around the shore, and there were wonderful hikes and viewpoints nearby. Alma and Mack are charming hosts, and have provided everything one could possibly need. What a perfect way to bring in fall!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2020
You certainly did have mixed weather patterns and handled it really well. You were great guests and we look forward to seeing you next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita J.

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

Paradise

This is a beautiful property and a one of a kind experience. We stayed 6 nights and loved every minute of our stay. The cottage is amazing and extremely well thought out in every detail. We really enjoyed meeting Alma at check-in and then Mack at the end of our stay. I could write about all of the beautiful details but will leave for you to discover. We would love to visit again soon. Thank you Alma & Mack!!! Anytime you need responsible caretakers at Ainslie Point - we are happy to rent again if you’ll let us 💕
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
So happy you enjoyed yourselves. Hope we around more next time to be able to have some visit time. Thank you for your comments
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loren M.

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

Extraordinarily peaceful setting

This was our third stay at this property for my husband and me. Once again, we found it the ideal setting for a peaceful, private, and relaxing getaway. The cottage is the perfect size for two people and it is bright and sunny inside. We spent almost all our time just hanging out on the large deck looking at the ocean, listening to the birds, and watching the boats slow down to go under the bridge. There are a couple of good hikes within a short walk from the property. Mack and Alma are friendly and helpful hosts, and always available when we had questions. We feel very lucky to have found this place and have already booked to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thanks for your review Loren. We enjoy your presence and look forward to seeing you next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa N.

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

Heavenly Silence

We were happily surprised when we arrived to see the property we saw on line was so much than we anticipated...breathtaken. Alma, Mack and Callem were super hosts. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home and its surrounding. Also, allowing us to try our hand at crabbing though we were not lucky to catch any. There's always next year. Thank you again Alma and Mack.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
We were delighted to have you and Cocoa and Pinto. Callum had so much fun. Sorry about the crabs . Guess just not the season
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loren M.

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

Consistently great!

My husband and I came to the cottage for our second time for our weeklong holiday. It was every bit as good as the first time! Mac and Alma are amazing hosts who made us feel welcome and relaxed. The property is gorgeous and quiet, but with the visual interest of watching all the boats go by heading for the bridge. It’s hard to imagine a nicer deck. At any time of day you can choose between full sun, dappled sunlight from the Arbutus tree, or full shade. We can’t wait to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
Thank you for your review and we look forward to seeing you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon b.

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

AWESOME

This was absolutely awesome!. When you come up the driveway and see the view , it is amazing. There is a beautiful ocean view from every window. The house is extremely clean. It has everything you could possibly need. We love to hike and there is plenty of beautiful places to go. So peaceful. Watch the sun go down on lovely deck overlooking the ocean in the evening. Highly recommend . Thankyou so much Elma for sharing your piece of paradise !
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Sharon for your comments. Sorry we didn’t have a chance to connect and want you to know how we appreciate how clean you left our cottage.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

Bright, peaceful, comfortable and a terrific view.

Alma and Mack, thank you again for letting us stay at your fabulous cottage this past weekend. We weren't exaggerating when we said it is the nicest one we have stayed in so far. Mike asked me what I look for when I pick a place for us to stay, and I said I look at the bedroom, that it doesn't look outdated, or has a bedspread that was probably embroidered by someone's grandmother. And I look at the living room furniture, because it's quite possible we may have to be sitting inside due to the weather. Your cottage was wonderfully decorated, and the new reclining chairs you have are extremely comfortable. So often rentals are where all the outdated and tired things end up from the renters main house. This is certainly not the case with your cottage. It was a delight.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you, Lynne and Mike for such special review and glad you like the new recliners. We make a point making some kind of update each year to keep the surroundings pleasant and in good shape. We enjoyed your visit, as did our puppy, Callum and look forward to seeing you this fall. Alma & Mack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

A bright, peaceful oasis

Alma and Mack, thank you for sharing your exceptional property with us. Ainslie Point Cottage was one of the most calming and relaxing places we have ever visited. The cabin was quite comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. The open layout kitchen/living room/dining room and decks offered plenty of space and were the perfect size for the two of us. Although we visited many of the sights on North & South Pender Island, we enjoyed kayaking Bedwell Harbour and relaxing on the deck the most. The fact that your property is on a cul-de-sac, close to over 240 acres of Mount Norman/Beaumont Marine Park, part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, was a bonus. We loved the quiet and being surrounded by nature. We were constantly entertained by the regular sightings of deer, dragonflies, eagles, hummingbirds, ducks, geese, otters, and seals. We appreciate that you were easy to reach and responded to all of our questions or emails. Callum was a welcoming and charming watch-dog. Rain or shine, our stay was endlessly relaxing and beautiful. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Max & Heidi Thank you for your comments. It was great to meet you and have you enjoy our cottage and our Island. We love it here and are happy to share it with like minded people that enjoy the peace and tranquility. Look forward to seeing you again. With love & Light, Alma and Mack
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya K.

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

Peaceful and cozy

Wonderful hosts and cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Great to have you. Hope to see you again

About the host

Hosted by Mack Foster

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My husband and I have owned the property since 1993. We built the cottage shortly after and used it with family and friends for 10 years. In the last 8 years we completed building our retirement home on the same property and live there full time. The cottage is now available for rent and we love to share this beautiful location with others. The cottage has its own view and is separated from our home by trees.

Why they chose this property

The self contained cottage has all the amenities of a full house. It is private and has beautiful water views on 3 sides.

We had a wish list for the property of our dreams for retirement and traveled to all the Southern Gulf islands over several summers til we found this perfect spot. Enjoy your stay!

What makes this property unique

Renters have access to the beach and boat dock, with use of a canoe and rowboat (along with life jackets) and a crab trap.
The cottage has large outer decks, a fold out futon, swinging chairs, varied deck furniture and an outside BBQ . This provides full outside living surrounded by glass railings, a mixture of trees types and a stunning water view.

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