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The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea

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A kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.
A wooden picnic table with a grill cover on a wooden deck by a body of water.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a blue sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a mounted TV.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen with modern appliances.
A room with a green door, white walls, and a blue cabinet with drawers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Champney’s West, NL
  • Place, Trinity Visitor Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Trinity Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Rising Tide Theatre
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea

Welcome to the Tickle Inn! This beautiful 200 year old salt box is located Oceanside in the hamlet of Champney’s West in beautiful Trinity Bay, where you can still find real adventure and total escape. Newly renovated to look how the home would have, crooked floors and all, but with all the conveniences of today.

Offering 1550 square feet of comfort, our three bedroom family cottage is beautifully decorated and includes a fully equipped kitchen, open concept living/dining area with decorative old fashioned wood burning cook stove, ensuite washer/dryer and 2 full bathrooms. The master bedroom has queen size bed, queen size bed in the second bedroom, and a twin over double bunk in the third bedroom. All bedrooms curated with local pieces which give the home a truly “Newfoundland” feel combined with spacious living room and dining room make this the perfect size cottage for a large family or group of seven. The bedroom quilts were made for me personally by my wonderful extremely talented Aunt Margaret!

Located within steps of the wharf, aquarium, playground, and hall. There’s a local craft shop and also on the Fox Island Trail. A few minutes drive to Port Rexton Brewery, as well as legendary Skerwink Trail.

Fox Island Trail 0km
Trailside Crafts and Things craft shop .5km
Champney's Aquarium 1km
Heritage House 1km
Port Rexton 4km
Port Rexton Brewery 5km
Skerwink Trail 6.2km
Rising Tide Theatre 4.5km
Trinity Museum 4.5km
Lester Garland House 4.5km
Trinity Visitor Centre 4.5km
Green Family Forge 5km
Lockston Path Provincial Park 6.5km
King's Cove Head Lighthouse 22km
Ye Matthew Legacy 32km
Mockbeggar Plantation 32km
Ryan Premises National Historic Site 32km
Dungeon Provincial Park 34km
Cape Bonavista Lighthouse 39km
St Johns International Airport 275km

Guest access:
The entire space plus building amenities are included in this rental, so please make yourself at home!

Other things to note:
Must be at least 25 years old to reserve and accept the terms in our standard booking policies at time of check-in. Check-in time is 3 pm and check-out time is 11 am.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Government issued photo ID required for all guests to be sent within 24 hours of booking for COVID contact tracing or subject to cancellation.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 4725
Property # 9793256
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Champney’s West, NL

What's nearby

  • Trinity Visitor Centre - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Trinity Museum - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Rising Tide Theatre - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lester Garland House - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Loop Pond - 13 min drive - 13.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Rexton Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dock Marina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Twine Loft - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brightside Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Galley Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tickle Inn Saltbox by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delfina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Tickle Inn was just perfect! So cute, so comfortably set up, and immaculately clean. We enjoyed the deck, and we loved the view across the harbour. We just wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and quirky place to stay! loved the decor! We enjoyed our stay here, were comfortable and it had everything we needed. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judithmichele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable, quiet, rustic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carole P.

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

Verry quite place

Quitte place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Beautiful spot

Very clean and nicely renovated property! Beautiful view and a great place for a family to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was well appointed, view was great. Owner was very responsive in getting back to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valarie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described.. A quaint old Newfoundland home with all the modern updates.
The view from the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very unique in location, appearance, decor and view of surrounding area, while having all the modern conveniences. Centrally located for exploring the Bonavista area. We loved our stay there, especially hearing the Trinity lighthouse fog horn located about 4 km away on foggy nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alexandria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
PROSVery clean & charmingLarge updated bathrooms Comfortable beddingWell stocked kitchenCONSMany inaccuracies in the listing description:1. Mountain view (no mountains anywhere close to here; closest are 100s of kms away).2. Ocean view (while there is an ocean in the vicinity, you cannot see it from the area)3. Beach front (absolutely not)4. Kids play structure/outdoor playground (only item for kids is a large Connect 4 game)5. Extra blankets and pillows (no extras whatsoever)It was quite cool while we stayed here and there is no insulation in the home (just baseboard heating on the main floor - nothing upstairs). We were very cold the first night and could not sleep so I reached out to the host to enquire about the extra blankets. She told me that she was in Toronto, but would order some. We were there for 3 more nights and no blankets showed up and the host never contacted us again. No window coverings downstairs or in the upstairs bathroom; everyone can see in at nightListing states free washer/dryer use, but when we arrived there was no laundry soap provided (host told me it was too expensive)A/C unit downstairs, but upstairs in bedrooms there are no fans at all. In warmer weather, this will make it extremely difficult to sleep.Outdoor garbage overflowing (had not been emptied in weeks)No book of info provided (emergency contacts, area attractions)Window in bunkbed room not to code (too tiny to exit from in emergency)Bedrooms extremely cramped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you for your feedback, however there are a few details that you missed in the information that is available through this platform. We did not state there is a mountain view. The ocean inlet the vicinity is the Atlantic Ocean, including the inlet in front of the house; the wharf is just a walk around the block, as are beaches closer to Fox Island (a 5 minute walk). It was never stated that the house is beachfront, and the playground is located around the corner from the house. I did place an order through Amazon for additional blankets, but due to the remote location, the delivery was after you had checked out. I apologize for not having them available for you. The A/C unit you are referring to is also a heater; turning up the temperature would have made the house more comfortable. The house is only used in the spring/summer, but it is fully insulated. As stated in the description, the house is over 150 years old; our apologies for the bedrooms not being the size of what you are used to at home. Emergency contact information was also provided to you through this platform.
Verified review

8/10 Good

martin l.

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

Cottage in quaint fishing village

Small cottage, which has been restored with modern appliances and living space. The floors are somewhat uneven, and the rooms are small, yet it tightly held our family of 6. Guests need to bring their own soap and shampoos for the bathrooms. Easy access to hiking and has a wonderful view of the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

perry s.

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

Lots to do nearby.

Great hikes close to house. Fox Island trail actually goes by house. Skewing Trail is close as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Great Stay!

Despite the wetter-than-average weather, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We've always loved hiking the Fox Island trail, and it was wonderful being able to do it right from our doorstep! The property was charming and on the few nice days we had during our one week stay, took advantage of the deck. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

chris j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house right accross from the water. Very old and the floors creak but it has all the Mod Cons.recommend you tryi .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

Newfoundland bound

Loved the quiet of your little house and area. House was so cute and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah o.

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

Champneys west

Great stay in this rustic fisherman’s cottage located right on the bay in champneys west. Convenient to trinity and bonavista. Would have loved to have stayed for more than 4 nights, but the remainder of the island was calling! Simply charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn B.

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

Perfect spot

Lovely salt box on the water in Champney’s West. Great trails nearby, peaceful, with lots of whales past English Harbour. The house was exactly as described, and the owner was quick to respond to our very few glitches. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian P.

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

Family getaway

We traveled to Christina's vacation home with a toddler (23 mo) two parents and two grandparents. It was very well appointed and met all our needs and expectations. Christina was quick to respond and very helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Nick M.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
As I have been requested to adjust our review, I will simply state: This is the only property we have been disappointed in during our entire Newfoundland vacation.The only positive feedback I can give is that the Property manager response time was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great stay!

Lovely and beautiful! The property was exactly as advertised. Check in was super easy. The entire house was very clean. Wi-Fi was excellent. Loved the deck overlooking the ocean. Appliances were new and worked great. We would highly recommend this house for anyone looking to stay in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward P.

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

Trinity

great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

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

Champneys West Gem

We had a fantastic stay in Champneys West at Christina's home. It's a great place to use for a central point for your visit to Trinity, Trinity East, Port Rexton, Elliston, and Bonavista. Cozy and well equipped, this home away from home was delightful. Christina is a great and responsive host, who was easy to communicate with, and provided an amazingly quick response to each inquiry both prior to, and during our stay. Comfy beds, excellent BBQ, outstanding kitchen, and the bonus of 2 full bathrooms. We can't say enough about this great spot, We hope to return on a future trip to Newfoundland.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It is a very rustic cottage across the road from the waterfront of an inlet. The place is absolutely loaded with charm and great contrasts of modern (the shower stall tiles come to mind) and old (wood slats walls, crooked floors). It was amongst the cleanest VRBOs we have staid at (thank you!). One should know that soundproofing is minimal and the floors are very creaky, but the bedding was very comfortable. No laundry detergent was provided and there was not enough coffee pods for the duration of our stay, but we made do. I didn't reach out to the owner but the stove appears to be defective (turns off on its own after being on for just a few minutes). The stovetop and the BBQ worked perfectly. We'd happily stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bruce I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely quiet location and close to most things
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property could have used a few hooks to hang coats & towels.. otherwise it was delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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