West coast waterfront home , on 3.7 acres of privacy ,long gated driveway , sleeps 8 , 3 bedrooms , 3 bathrooms , master bedroom with steam shower , games room with pool table and pull out sofa . Wet bar up stairs and down , huge deck with lounging area and BBQ and fire table , great view over looking ocean , hot tub out side , walk a beautiful trail down to your own private beach . Note there is caretaker suite on the property . Very special property located 15 minutes from Airport or 10 minutes from Ferry . Great for a family getaway or a couples retreat , 2 pubs and the best Restaurant in Nanaimo with in 4 k of property .
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Property Registration Number H753550887
Property # 956801vb
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About the area
Cassidy
Located in Cassidy, this holiday home is on the beach. Duke Point Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. The OV Arts Centre and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
Fawcett Road Community Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Nelson Road Community Boat Launch - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Glynneath Road Community Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Vancouver Island University - 13 min drive - 18.0 km
Old City Quarter - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
coco cafe - 7 min drive
Alice's Restaurant - 16 min drive
A&W - 12 min drive
Crow and Gate Pub - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront private hideaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront private hideaway ?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront private hideaway on 12 May 2026 start from AU$1,079, 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 Waterfront private hideaway ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront private hideaway ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront private hideaway ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront private hideaway located?
Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nelson Road Community Boat Launch and Glynneath Road Community Park. Dodd Narrows Community Park and Hemer Provincial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely house in great setting. It is well equipped throughout. There is an onsite care-taker but this was not an issue for us at all. Be aware that the downstairs bedroom does not have any windows, although it does lead off the games room which has large windows. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Beautifully situated with great unobstructed views. Beds are comfortable. Nice kitchen and appliances. Fire pit and hot tub. Great wraparound deck. For a special dinner don’t miss Mahle house! We suggest you check household staples before going to market.
The title says it all. Both the secluded shoreline location and the high quality of everything about the home made for a memorable stay for our family.
Robert M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying and I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay ! Hope you come back soon . Best Wayne
Wonderful property! It is not too far from town, has excellent beach access, is very private, and the house was so lovely! The shower in the master bathroom is incredible! We loved the basement and pool table. The grill, hot tub, beach access, and house were clean and very well-maintained. What more could we ask for? An awesome vacation! Thank you so much, and we will stay again.
Emily I.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
Thank you for the great review , look forward to having you back . Cheers Wayne
Place is beautiful a great whale watching location. However somewhat remote and had very poor phone and internet connections. Also had full time live in people down stairs in same home. Could hear them and they had late night guests that rang our door bell and woke us up. The downstairs bedroom had no heat.
The view is just gorgeous. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck by the fire in the mornings and evenings, just enjoying the peaceful quiet and wildlife (bunnies, deer, birds). The layout of the house was ideal to give everyone a bit of privacy and their own bathrooms. Wayne was responsive and helpful.
Beautiful, amazing house, yard and beach. Really fun to see the interesting critters at low tide. Fun to see the wildlife in the yard! Look for the name “Rabbit Cove”on the gate on your way in. We passed the place a couple of times because we were not sure it was the right place. There were people downstairs in a separate apartment.The kitchen was great, the only thing we could not find was a coffee grinder. There is a glass door and a glass wall in the bedroom downstairs - if someone is sleeping on the couch downstairs, there is a lack of privacy. Adding a curtain or two would aid in privacy.We loved the deck and the fireplace! We especially appreciated being able to use the art desk.
From the photos and description alone, this place checked off all the boxes for my group of friends and me. However, being there in person, everything was beyond my expectations. The property was very secluded, and it felt like you had been transported to a private island. We love how big this property is, and the private access to the beach below is definitely a major plus. Wayne was super nice and very responsive to all my messages and requests. We only wish we could stay here for a few more days! 10/10. Definitely would love to come back in the near future! Thanks again for the amazing weekend.
Andrew C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Thank you , glad you enjoyed your visit to the property, look forward to having you back .
Everyone, in our group of six, agreed staying at this beautiful spot was the highlight of our trip. The kitchen was big and well equipped. The bathrooms were clean and spacious and so ideal that there were 3. And the steam shower in the master was a treat! To be honest we didn’t even use all of the space. We spent a majority of our time hanging out on the deck watching the boats navigate the currents. We also loved exploring the beach. So much awesome driftwood and shells. Another favorite was a local restaurant called Crow and Gate. It was a wonderful experience. They offer delicious food in the most beautiful garden atmosphere. We will definitely recommend Wayne’s place and cannot wait to return someday.
Kaja F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you , I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay and I look forward to you returning . Cheers Wayne
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
11 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Not a private hideaway...Tenants rent the suite below and run a business from the home called VIBE. Busy spot unless you complain ...very noisy when they decide to pack up and take out clients...at 5::35 am.THE 250 mbps WIFI is more like 45 to 72 mbps , we testedNo cell service for us ...at all.No cleaning until I complained to owner on last day ( 14 days no cleaning )Reservation was for 37 nights ...got sick ...owner kept telling us he wanted us out ...left owing us 23 nights ...Owner was rude and disrespectful from the get go ...the whole process was a nightmare with the owner right from the start of the booking, he would not give us our money back and he didn't want us to come either . It was mindboggling to say the least and we are so happy to be home .We need VRBO to contact us and review this case .
Verified traveller
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zaira
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nos encantó el lugar, muy bien equipado, limpio, cómodo y acogedor, un excelente opción para desconectar y conectar con la naturaleza
Wayne's property is a gem. Private, modern, well maintained, and definitely a nice get-away for friends. We had all the amenities to cook our own food, and it's central enough for quick trips to the Raptors sanctuary in Duncan or up to Parksville. And groceries via Instacart.
Would very much recommend. 5/5 if the hot tub was working.
Beautiful weekend girls get away location! The house is stunning and the kitchen has everything you need an more!
Had a hard time finding the wifi password (we did eventually find it - one of the black binders in the cupboard in the kitchen across from the fridge). Messaged the host asking for the password and never heard back from him...