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The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Gorgeous log cabin surrounded by forest
Private dock and kayaks
A true log cabin!
Covered bbq and eating area on massive wraparound deck
Private covered hot tub

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park
  • Place, Sargeant Bay Provincial Park
  • Place, Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site
  • Airport, Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove

•A gorgeous rustic 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom (sleeps 6) year-round waterfront log cabin in pristine Secret Cove. This private home sits on almost an acre of forested property. The forest and waterfront views can be enjoyed from the massive wraparound deck and hot tub. The Enchanted Woods Log Cabin has unparalleled views, a private 60 foot dock, a large wrap round deck, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, a *new* woodstove, an outdoor shower, a hot tub, 2 kayaks and a stand up paddleboard. The third bedroom is entered through the second bedroom, and is ideal for children but works for adults!
****VRBO has recently changed their rental quote system. Please ensure you have been quoted the correct currency and please note that the refundable damage deposit has likely been included in your quote. There is an additional guest fee for more than two guests. Please contact the owner with any questions.****
•The Enchanted Woods Log Cabin is best suited for families or small groups of friends who have a passion for nature and are looking for a quiet, peaceful retreat. Secret Cove is a tidal fjord with amazing bird watching, marine wildlife, kayaking, swimming, and hiking. The property includes a private dock and access to your 2 kayaks, as well as a hot tub and outdoor shower.
•The cabin is located 5 minutes (by car) from Homesite Creek Falls hiking trails, the historic Halfmoon Bay General Store, Upper Crust Café in Halfmoon Bay, Rockwater Resort (enjoy an amazing meal and couples massage!), Buccaneer Marina (with a local water taxi and boat rentals), Secret Cove Marina (featuring a floating general store and the Upper Deck floating restaurant in the summer), and the breathtaking Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park (accessible by both land and water). Buccaneer Bay Provincial Park (with pristine white sand beaches) is located on Thormanby Island and is accessible by either water taxi or kayak (weather permitting). Past guests have enjoyed activities as diverse as fishing, scuba diving, stand up paddleboarding, golf, mountain biking (Suncoaster Trail Network), caving (Homesite Limestone Cave Trails), cross country skiing/snowshoeing (Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation Area), and triathlon training (amazing local rides and ocean swims – the Sechelt Aquatic and Fitness Centre is only 30 minutes away by bike!)
•We are family-owned and operated: our property guidelines reflect these values. If you are looking for an amazing year-round oceanfront retreat in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, we look forward to having you stay with us!
*If the Log Cabin is already booked for the time in which you are interested, please see its sister property, the Enchanted Woods Cottage (VRBO 616475).

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number H921144883

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Halfmoon Bay

Located in Halfmoon Bay, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Headwater Marina and Baker Beach Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Welcome Pass Recreation Site and Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Chapman Creek Hatchery and Garden Bay Marine Provincial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Halfmoon Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Homesite Creek Falls Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pender Harbour - 20 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Porpoise Bay Provincial Park - 23 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Bettolina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Secret Cove Marina Ltd - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bleeding Bush Camp - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Four Winds Beach House and Spa - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Enchanted Woods Waterfront Log Cabin at Secret Cove located?

This family-friendly Halfmoon Bay cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park and Turnagain Island. Welcome Pass Recreation Site and Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barrie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stairway to the sea

Over a 100 stairs to the water. You can kayak at high tide to the great wide open.. Low tide is a mud flat. Lots of hiking trails nearby. The cabin could use a deep clean but overall it's all you really need. It has a great wrap around deck. We had deer in the back yard and squirrels playing on the hot tub gazebo. The fireplace works well. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justina B.

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

Beautiful log cabin

Even though the property was covered in snow, Jennifer arranged for a path to be cleared and we got to enjoy the cabin in a winter wonderland. It was extremely cozy and a beautiful spot. We will definitely come back during a warmer time so we could use the kayaks and explore!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosie P.

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

Secret cove stay!

A fabulous location, fabulous cabin and a great stay!!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew K.

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

Great get away

The property had lots of space super peaceful and quite loved being on the water and the kayaks and canoe was an awesome bonus , hot tub was excellent after a long day of hiking .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Relaxing weekend

Great weekend of relaxing. Good weather, great company and delicious food. Will come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

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

Wonderful

Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad O.

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

Well kept cabin

Beautiful property with vary well equipped kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Log Cabin

Back at the Enchanted Woods Log Cabin again I think for the 5th time! As always very relaxing and we enjoyed exploring the many trails in the area with our pups. Cozy nights by the fire place were just what we needed after a busy year
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large and rustic

Lots of space with rustic charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Beautiful and Relaxing

It's our fourth annual visit to the tidal fjord and it keeps getting better. Comfortable, clean, quiet and an incredible view. Great communication from Jennifer as well. We are already looking forward to next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brennan A.

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

Great solid big old log cabin with a dock and boats

We love the cabin, has a huge deck that gets a big mix of sun and shade and overlooks the inlet. Has a long steep staircase to a private dock with a canoe, some kayaks and a SUP for use, lots of life jackets, we swam of the dock when the tide was up (inlet drains when tide is down) - water warms as it fills the inlet so was a good ocean temperature for early July. Great stay w kids who like water. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

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

Outstanding

Can’t say enough good about this place! It’s honestly fabulous. The only thing that could have been better is an 11am check out. 10am is really difficult, especially with the cleaning and such. We would all highly recommend this place 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Stunning

My girlfriend and I went here for a romantic getaway and also to get away from our daily responsibilities in Vancouver. It hit the spot perfectly. We loved the rustic log cabin feel with the wood burning stove. Beautiful accommodations, and of course it was a treat to have the hot tub there too. The walk down to the beach is peaceful and scenic. We love the area so much we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

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

lovely little hideaway

Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely gem! Watching the tides come in and out of the fjord was great. We spent a lot of our time out exploring the area but it was a lovely place to come back to and relax. Hosts were super responsive to questions and an issue that happened early on. The place could use some updating, but that adds to its charm. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

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

Loved it!

Such a beautiful property! We felt so cosy there we really didn’t want to leave! The hot tub isn’t super warm and there are none of the usual amenities (shampoo, body wash etc) would also be nice to keep come condiments in the fridge for guests to use too. Everything was super clean and we’d definitely love to come back! Thank you for a perfect getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Barrie M.

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

Rustic but nice

Great deck, could be a little cleaner in and out. 134 steps to the dock. . Could use a gate on the deck entrance and a railing for the gaps at the hot tub. Good hiking close by. I would consider returning for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nedra B.

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

Charming Cabin

We had an amazing stay at this cabin. There was no shortage of R & R - reading by the indoor fireplace or on the deck, enjoying the hot tub, wonderful comfy beds, short distance from nearby beaches…We loved being so close to the half moon bay general store (yummy coffee there) with a beautiful pier to watch the sunsets. We enjoyed the most amazing fish & chips at the food truck next to the IGA by Madeira Park. We made bbq at the cabin most nights for dinner but enjoyed a dinner out at the wobbly canoe in Davis bay. Loved the recommended hikes/walks in smuggler cove and homesite creek. Thank-you for the coffee and the wonderful stay - we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Tamara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful Home but bring warm clothes!

This property is beautiful, our only disappointment was arriving late on the day to check in and the entire home was freezing cold. There was no heat on at all in the entire place, we started a fire right away but it took about 12 hours to heat up. All four of us went to bed in double socks, hoodies and toques on!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., North Vancouver, BC

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

The Log Cabin

Overall we enjoyed the property and the tranquility of the area. It was great to have access to kayaks. The cabin is rustic. One very small shower for a house full of people would be an issue. Also dishes were limited (3 soups spoons!) and a coffee maker that only makes 2 mugs at a time! Watered down liquid hand soap only. Nothing for the shower. Pans for cooking were greasy but nothing to scour them with. Some expired food stuffs in the cupboards.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Tina B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Okay

The location was good. The main concern for our group was the cleanliness of the cabin and the cleanliness of the water in the hot tub. The cabin felt a little neglected and could use some TLC and some proper lighting. The wood stove could not be used as it was missing the glass in the door. This is a suitable property with kids but not for 3 couples as the 3rd bedroom is a walk through to the 2nd bedroom. The steep stairs going down the steep cliff to the dock on the water is in need of repair as one of the top handrails broke off completely while ascending the stairs. Another handrail was also missing. There was no useable outdoor fire pit as advertised. The cabin is situated on an inlet and we made good use of the kayaks and canoe. It is a lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Cozy cabin with great facilities, could have been cleaner and would have greatly appreciated dry firewood, kindling and paper for the wood stove….
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaden C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is very cozy and has everything you’ll need. Host is accommodating and quick to reply. The area itself is awesome with plenty to do. We enjoyed our stay and will be telling friends and family about this spot. If you are looking for a pet friendly place to stay. This is the one.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is very clean and well appointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very roomy and well-equipped. A peaceful setting, perfect for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Phil and lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
Clean, pet friendly, close to Sechelt and Gibsons.Lots of hiking and exploring. Bonus Elk herd inarea
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Wood

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The owners have a large extended family and have lived in the area since 1974, but recently purchased the Enchanted Woods Log Cabin so they could share this secluded oasis with friends.

Languages:

English

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