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Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families!

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
King Bedroom
Private kitchen
Twin Bedroom, with extra long beds, and high quality linens
Queen Bedroom, newly remodelled

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tofino, British Columbia
  • Place, Tonquin Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackenzie Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tofino, BC (YAZ-Long Beach)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Queen/ Twin

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families!

Lovely large private suite, family- friendly, private sandy beach 20 steps from the door! Floor to ceiling windows throughout giving panoramic views towards the open Pacific, Lennard Island Lighthouse and Tonquin Beach. The Tonquin Trail begins adjacent and leads through virgin rainforest, platform lookouts over Templar Channel and two more beautiful sandy beaches.The UNESCO Biosphere of Clayoquot Sound is at your doorstep. Discover the story behind the wreck of the Tonquin!
The three bedroom, two bathroom suite, large living room, dining room, with hand adzed beams, wood-burning fireplace, and sundeck create an ambiance not replicated in other Tofino homes. There is a very comfortable king-sized bed in the master bedroom with adjacent three piece en-suite, queen bedroom with completely new shower en-suite, and twin bedroom with extra long twin beds. The living area is spacious enough for games, the fireplace, and flat screen TV. The dining room table seats 6 comfortably. A large south facing sundeck wraps around the three bedrooms, overlooking Tonquin Beach. At the main entrance, there is a covered deck with barb-b-que.
Following the 20 steps down to the west facing beach on a short path there is a beautiful pocket sandy beach, perfect for relaxing, sunsets, outdoor beach games or a hot dog roast. There is also an outdoor fire pit on the property adjacent to the beach- (when fires are permitted by law). The stunning Tonquin Trail can be enjoyed by the walking path at the top of the driveway, or at low tide from the small beach on the property. Tonquin Beach is a hidden treasure, with Indigenous cultural history, scenic caves, and a natural freshwater pool perfect for young children to splash in and enjoy. For those interested in fishing, you can try your luck by casting for fish right off the rocks in front of the house from June to September !
If you prefer, you can walk the 1 km. road into town to enjoy an evening meal or go shopping.
Enjoy the energizing and peaceful beauty of Tofino. Fall asleep to the soothing melody of the waves. Experience some of the worlds best beach walking, surfing, fishing, hiking and eating at highly rated restaurants. As 35 year residents, we will provide all the information you need to make your beachfront experience memorable!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Families and children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please take out the trash to the green Square trash container, and put all recycling in the blue mobile container. All returnables ( beer, wine, cardboard milk cartons) to be rinsed and separated.
Please strip beds, save duvets and pillows. Stack towels and sheets in hall adjacent to laundry room.
Turn down heat, turn off lights, and remove all personal items.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. - 7 a.m. Maximum 2 cars. Absolutely no gatherings, parties, or events. No pets. Laundry facilities available by arrangement.
Registered guests only on the property. No abusive language will be tolerated.
There is a limit of 6 people maximum for the suite, and all short term rentals in Tofino. Please tell us about your family or group. Thank you!

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number H018722607, LIC-2024-0220

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tofino

Located in Tonquin Beach, a neighbourhood in Tofino, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesterman Beach and Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Tofino Bike Park and Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tofino, British Columbia

What's nearby

  • Tonquin Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tofino Bike Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Chesterman Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Mackenzie Beach - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Tofino, BC (YTP-Tofino Harbour Seaplane Base) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rhino Coffee House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shed - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Big Daddy's Fish Fry - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jeju - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Tofino with stunning ocean views- for Families! located?

Located in Tonquin Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Tonquin Park and Tofino Art Glass. Tofino Bike Park and Eagle Aerie Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver A.

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

Simply wonderful

We had a fantastic time staying at this beautiful property. Cathy was a thoughtful and generous host, sharing excellent local tips. A real paradise
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

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

On the Beach

We had a wonderful stay at this location! From the location to the comfortable beds and linens. There are two different oceanfront views and our own beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Lovely property and location

Lovely property and location. Close and convenient to both downtown Tofino and pristine beaches. Pleasant semi-private beach just down the stairs. We shall be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

cathy v., Sonoma ca

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful time. The private beach was perfect. Close to everything. Cathy was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania R.

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

Cute cozy place

Cathy’s place fit us all perfectly, she was very friendly and sweet, beds were soo comfy. Beach and fire pit were beautiful. Thank you again Tania
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiisela G.

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

Wow’y wow WOW!!!

This place is everything that the listing describes and more! The grounds, view and staired path winding down to the quiet beach are breathtaking! The suite is nicely decorated, spacious, comfortable and offers gorgeous views from every room. The host is lovely, welcoming and helpful but also gave us complete privacy. I can’t seem to find the words to properly express just how gorgeous this property is! It was difficult leaving and we can’t wait to return. Thanks so much :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

Great Tofino Getaway

Very comfortable three bedroom property with a nice big eating and living area, walks to a private beach to watch the sun set, and right at the start of the Tonquin Trail. Also walking distance to the town of Tofino. Wonderful hosts. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martina R.

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

Our third time!!

Can’t say enough about this wonderful place! This was our third stay at On the Beach. Perfect location - Tonquin Beach and walk to town. And everything you can possibly need for your stay - so well equipped. Wonderful hosts! And comfy beds! Thanks again Cathy - looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Great spot on the beach!

Overall the stay was everything they claimed it would be. Well worth it in my opinion! Could be some improvements in the signage for where to park vehicles and a sign directing you downstairs towards the beach since there are multiple buildings on the lot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rainer N.

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

One week in paradise

The location "on the beach" was perfect for our family. The seaview, just a few footsteps to the private beach and the sound of the waves are unique. The suite was well equiped and offered enough space for our family of 5, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The distance to the city (restaurants, supermarket, etc.) is easy to walk. We hope, coming back again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Family Tofino visit

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Tonquin Beach! The suite is just off the beach and was super comfortable for our family of five (3 teens included). We had beautiful weather (October!) and spent many moments day:night on the beach just a few steps out our door. We saw sea otters, seals, porpoise and a myriad of birds. We explored Pacific Rim National Park - meandering several beautiful beaches and a few rainforest trails as well. The home itself is very inviting and comfortable; our host was kind and attentive and informative. We would love to return and highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nissa H.

Like stepping into a movie set!

Couldn't ask for more! Lovely owners of the property - very accommodating and friendly. And GORGEOUS location. We loved taking our 2 year old son down to the private beach, just steps from our door. It's a nice walk into town and a quick drive to the beaches with good surf. The house is also adjacent to Tonquin Beach/Park which is a lesser known gem of Tofino. With just about 180 degrees of ocean views from the bedrooms, it made coming home a bit difficult! We felt comfortable, relaxed, and all around very lucky to have found such a beautiful place to retreat to. We will certainly be going back to On the Beach!!

10/10 Excellent

Gord J.

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

Just what we hoped for!

With so many scammers out there, I find it hard to trust by photo alone. The pictures and write up looked great, the reviews were awesome, but still I wasn't 100% sure. I was so pleased to discover that this rental was exactly as advertised! The rental space was beautiful and comfortable, perfect for the 6 of us. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The view and the beach were everything we had hoped it would be. Located near downtown Tofino, although you would never know it, it was convenient to shopping and dining. We ate great food, had campfires, played at the beach with the kids, and slept like babies at the end of the day. I would rent this beautiful accommodation again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

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

Fabulous property!

This was one of the most enjoyable properties I've stayed at with VRBO. The remote-feeling location right next to town perfectly captured the beauty of Vancouver Island, complete with a little cove beach that we had to ourselves. The house was well-appointed and large enough to comfortably accommodate 6 people. It was cold and windy while we were there, but the front room's huge widows and view of the beach made us feel like we still got to enjoy the scenery. Unfortunately, it was too windy to enjoy a nice, private fire ring that is located down a short path, right above the beach. We did hike the 3kmTonquin Trail down to Middle Beach and thought it was well worth the time - the board walk winds through old-growth forest between beautiful coastal views. Two things to be aware of for this property: 1) you'll need to carry your luggage down a well-built, but longer set of stairs to access the property; 2) The residential portion of town starts very near this property, but the commercial downtown is a pleasant 10-15 min. walk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, near private location but walkable to town center.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine sehr gemütliche Ferienwohnung mit direktem Zugang zu einer Bucht und Sitzplatz im Freien mit tollem Blick auf den Ozean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaarsten R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathy is an excellent host - brought a loaf of fresh bread and homemade blackberry jelly. The location is amazing -close to town, the Tonquin trail. The private beach is spectacular. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location. Very comfortable in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

karla c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathy was a great host!! Great ocean view. Provate beach. Perfect for families!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is perfect property for our family, right of top of two beaches for our son to spend time in & about the water. It's also a mere 10 minute walk to town, so no need for parking & paying for same when you just need a few things or want to grab a bite. Cathy & Steve are very hospitable hosts; the beds are comfy & kitchen well stocked. We'll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning views and a lovely private beach. Cathy was super helpful and easy to reach if we had questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a lovely location, high bank waterfront, beautiful views, lovely little pocket beach down some stairs, and a lovely fire pit for s’mores with the kids in the evenings. The unit was spotless on arrival, and has 3 large bedrooms and two bathrooms.Not so good for toddlers (we had a one year old and a 3 year old with us) are the numbers of stairs. (To get down to the unit, to get to the beach, and 3 tiled stairs to get from the living area to the bedrooms and bathrooms.). Since toddlers love stairs we had to keep a constant guard on them going up and down. Not a huge problem but something to consider if you have little ones.I was surprised to find after I booked this that despite this being listed on VRBO, it is a ground floor suite in a house with the hosts living upstairs. When I went back to read the detailed description more closely the fact it is a suite is apparent but the “house” description on the main ad misled me into thinking I had booked a full house, it being a VRBO and all. Again, not a huge issue but something to consider.Hosts were for the most part respectful but for one incident of chastising my daughter for taking photos on the beach (of her pregnant sister as a wedding gift). The host did come by later to apologize but this was certainly awkward.So, if you want a beautiful location with a semi private pocket beach and a very nice suite in the hosts house, this is as nice as they get.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

Fantastic Beach House

We stayed a few nights and really enjoyed our time here and in Tofino. Our hosts were very responsive and communicative. The house was very comfortable and taken care of. We loved the private access to the available beach portion and then explored more during low tide. We even took the opportunity to have a fire one of the mornings! The walk into town is not bad at all if you don’t want to look for parking. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Amazing stay

This property was a lovely experience from start to finish. The host, Cathy, is wonderful and has a wonderful list of recommendations for trails and food that we greatly enjoyed. As mentioned in the other reviews, the pocket beach and access to the tonquin beach trail are highlights and the space had everything we wanted for our family. We also loved the proximity to nearby trails between Tofino and Ucluelet. Highly recommend this property, thank you Cathy for making our trip so memorable by sharing your lovely space!
View from the pocket beach.
Tonquin trail
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Thicke

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We bought our house in 1989, and began doing Bed and Breakfast in Tofino in 1990, as one of only 5 homes to do so. In 1998 we converted the main floor of the large house into a private vacation rental suite, allowing guests to share our experience of living 'on the beach'. My husband works at the hospital in Tofino, as a physician, and I serve on the District of Tofino Council, Tonquin Trail Committee, and the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property for its 1.3 acre south and west facing beachfront, and its proximity to town and the local hospital! It is a very unique property, with two beaches, hiking trail, great kayaking, 'supping' opportunities, whale watching, breath-taking sunsets, and the best low tide viewing on the Tofino coastline. You can even surf on Tonquin Beach in the winter! The sunsets here are sublime!

What makes this property unique

Beach walking and the new Tonquin Trail through old growth rainforest and sandy beaches, SUP-ing, kayaking, fishing from beach ( June to September ), whale watching from the beach in front, surfing, storm-watching, trampoline on property, and wonderful food- Tofino has many Canadian culinary delights ! ( Sobo, Tacofino and Shelter are our favourites!)

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