Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You

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A garden with a greenhouse, a wooden fence, and a grassy area.
A covered porch with a bench, a grill, and potted plants.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a wall-mounted artwork.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.
A living room with a grey sofa, a small coffee table with puzzle books, a green armchair, a ladder, a lamp, and a quilt on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Gibsons, BC
  • Place, Bonniebrook Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Chaster Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Secret Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Gibsons

Located in Gibsons, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. The Kube and Heritage Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pratt Road Hedge Maze and Henry Reed Organic Produce. Walker Creek Farm and Shady Hazel Farm are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Gibsons, BC

What's nearby

  • Bonniebrook Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chaster Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Secret Beach Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Gibsons Marina - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Little Black Bean - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber Coffee Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wheatberries Gibsons - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You on 3 Aug 2027 start from AU$464, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Runner, Bikers, Writers, Nature Lovers - A Family Friendly Vacation Home for You located?

Located in the heart of Gibsons, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Bonniebrook Beach and Chaster Park. Banditry Cider and Secret Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great suite with lots of room and great patio .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, Clean, Convenient and Quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the whole space and especially having a big patio. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
it was great to have the family come and visit with friends and enjoy the beach and trails. it worked well using our place as a base. we would have them stay again for sure
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well laid out. Host met me when I arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Mark was visiting family up here so we saw very little of him But the suite was left, clean and tidy, and so we have no complaints for sure We were very happy to be able to offer our suite so he could meet up with his extended family We would love to have him come visit again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The apartment was really comfortable and the location was very quiet. The hosts are super friendly, the bed was very co fortable and tne kitchen was well appointed. We'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts! Very comfortable & has all the amenities. Lush surroundings & easy to find!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
It was lovely to have Sheryl and her daughter come and spend some time in our suite. They had a great visit to our coast and hopefully they will come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little getaway

Beautiful yard and place to stay. Marilyn and Micheal were super friendly and helpful when asked what to see and where to eat. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

Very friendly Very clean Private Enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
It was a pleasure to have them in our one bedroom suite. They were quite interested in the Coast and wanted to see as much as possible. We would definitely have them come and stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Super friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
It was great to offer the suite so Casey could complete the work needed to for his job. We would have him back any time for work or just to have a holiday. He was hardly here and was very respectful and tidy of the suite and its contents.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were so kind and helpful, we were blessed to have them hosting us. Very comfortable and spacious, truly felt like home away from home.The deck has a beautiful view, very serene, and at night the stars out were amazing!Short drive into town, very convenient.Hope to be back in the spring!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet retreat

Perfect for those looking for peace and quiet, bright and roomy, with water views, close to amenities in Gibsons.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place from which to explore Gibsons and the Sunshine Coast. Marilynne and Michael were wonderful hosts - they were very informative and welcoming, and their suite was well appointed and had everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
It was great to have the three of them come and spend some time here on the Coast. I think there is still more for them to see when they decide to come back ! They were great guests and we would love for them to visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Marilynne & Michael were amazing hosts! The suite was lovely with a beautiful view. We had a relaxing time and definitely will recommend the location and our hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem

Our stay was very pleasant. Michael and Marilynne were very gracious hosts and ensured all our needs were taken care of. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
It was lovely meeting Susan and Randy. They were very respectful of our suite and left it very tidy. We would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gibsons

Good location, easy to get to and to access other points of interest from. Lovely to sit on the porch in the evenings and mornings. Quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great time in Gibson’s

Very grateful to have found this wonderful spot so close to many great beaches and downtown Gibson’s. The hosts were kind and accommodating- checking in to make sure we had all we needed and to help us with directions, if need be. We particularly appreciated the kitchen space to make nice meals. Thank you so much!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great hosts, lovely setting, well appointed space.

Very friendly, helpful hosts who provided lots of info about the area. Quiet spot, well located in Gibsons and very spacious for two people - one of us used the bedroom, the other the living room pull out and we were both very comfortable. Deck was great to sit out on and admire the view. Hosts have thought of anything you might need from kitchen gadgets to board games. I would stay here again in a heartbeat - hope I get a chance to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, very clean, roomy

The very descriptive 5 star review two years ago, "Spacious and peaceful" by Chris B., is still spot-on. I'll add that we had one young adult sleeping on the pull out sofa bed (said it was fine), and a loaf of bread we bought at the SuperValu supermarket bakery was unexpectedly amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thanks Colleen for the review. We enjoyed having you three and hope you found lots to do while here on the Coast. Next time stay longer ! Please come again Take care, Marilynne & Michael Friedman
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
The suite needs some updating but the view was lovely. We had some issues and the hosts tried their best to reckify them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Hi Sharan sorry about the mix up of the fridge but it all got worked out sooner than later. The coffee pot plastic handle just gave out. Now we have a new one ! Hope you had a safe trip home. take care Marilynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treetop breather

Exactly what was needed; quiet location to regroup and call home even for a few short days. Friendly hosts, comfortable beds and very well stocked kitchen. Close to IGA to grab groceries, cidery just up the street. Some of the best beaches within 5 min drive, close to lower village and access to shops and restaurants (Mad Hen is our go to). Big expansive deck that we used to chill, read, paint by number and star gaze at night. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thank you Michele and Sara for staying in our suite. It was lovely to have you come and take a break from life in the city ! Do come again Take care, Marilynne & Michael
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The hosts were great and check in went smoothly. The unit had a well-equipped kitchen and was quite spacious. The furniture was fairly comfortable and it was great to have a washer/dryer in the unit. Something not mentioned in the description was the long and very steep driveway, which my car could not handle as it kept hitting bottom. There were also stairs down to the unit with a gate that opened towards the stairs. It was very awkward to get my luggage and bike up and down the stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is hidden, and google maps doesn’t send us to the right place initially. The host Marilynne called me worried that we got lost, we got! She was helpful since the beggining by sending us the instruction to her house, we got lost because we trusted google maps! Anyway, the house was clean and have everything we needed for our stay. They even have a barbecue in case you want to use it!We had a great time at Sunshine Coast and both Marilynne and Michael were amazing with our little interaction since we were out exploring most of the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
It was a pleasure to have Jaqueline and her family come and spend a weekend with us here on the Coast. They were very respectful and left the place very tidy. We would love to have them all come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

Lovely suite and perfect location for exploring the coast. Marilynne and Michael were the perfect hosts and went out of their way to be helpful. Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful relaxing time!

Our stay was wonderfully relaxing at the peaceful place - such a convenient location, near running and hiking trails and lovely beaches. Marilynne and Michael are such good hosts! We are looking forward to return for more explorations! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hosts, great rental

Michael and Marilynne we're, hands down, the most helpful hosts I've ever encountered in years of staying at vacation rental properties. Noting my mobility concerns when I arrived, they unpacked everything in my car and carried it all down the outdoor stairs to the rental suite for me! The suite is clean, well stocked with the basics and very comfortable. It has its own huge deck and a view out to the water. I couldn't be happier with my choice of rental!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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