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Steps from the ocean!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
TV, fireplace, books
Beach nearby
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps from the ocean!

Tanglewood 19 is located at Ocean level literally 50 feet from the high tide mark on Rathtrevor Beach (Craig's Bay). Condo is equipped with all bedding, in suite laundry and fully appointed kitchen. Come enjoy the best location on the inside strait on Vancouver Island. Walk, run, bike, mini golf and regular golf close by. We run at 80% returning guests year after year - this place truly is magical - come make some awesome family memories.

Property manager

Archie Christopher

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number H689823062

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Parksville, BC

What's nearby

  • Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Parksville Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Gun - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from the ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps from the ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the ocean!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the ocean! located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf, Tranquil Moments Day Spa, and Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara. Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park and Rathtrevor Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Steps from the ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shelley k.

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

Great stay

We had a lovely time here, it fit our 6 person family well!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

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

bliss @ the beach

It's great to be so close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lilas B.

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

Holiday 2023

Had a wonderful stay ! Very accommodating. Family enjoyed the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Linda H.

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

Rathtrevor

A great family vacation spot. Steps to the beautiful rathtrevor beach. The owner communicates information quickly and efficiently. Love coming here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray J.

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

Enjoyed our stay

It worked well for family Downstairs bedroom no window which was unfortunate Lovely decor and nice touches stairs were stained from previous renters. A nice place to stay and we hope to return. Owner great to deal with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Beach get away

We can’t say enough about Tanglewood #19, it was extremely well equipped, clean, perfect location, had enough space for a family of five. Loved every minute of our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Family vacation

Archie is a great host. The three level three bedroom townhouse with garage is the perfect place for any group to stay and play. Townhouse is a short walk to the beach and ocean views from the top two levels. We hope to visit again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nazma L., Vancouver, Canada

Perfect location for a family escape!

We were 4 adults, 2 kids and one baby and this property was the ideal place to escape the city for a few days. The location steps to the beach and to the park cannot be beat. The place is spread out over three levels which worked well for us with grandma's bedroom on the ground floor. It felt very spacious and bright! There were sand toys in the garage (where we could park too), a little bonus. Archie was also very easy to deal with, and we felt the pricing was very reasonable for the space. I can see two couples/small families sharing the space without tripping over each other. Parksville has become our "go-to" with the family now and this locale gives you the best of everything the town has to offer, including the loveliest stretch of beach around esp at low tide! Oh ya and ice cream up the road too! I would never bother with booking at one of the nearby nameless resorts again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sierra V.

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

Great family spot

This is our second stay and we will continue to try and book this property for our family’s Parksville holidays. It’s close to the beach, walking to the mini golf and very family friendly (toys and books). We love it here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Amie M.

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

Great location, perfect for families

We had a great stay. Loved the location. Less then a minute walk to the ocean. Beach was fantastic. Kids loved it. Beds were comfortable. I just wished there were better pillows. If we return to the area we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francoise M.

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

Wonderful place

It was our third time in the Tanglewood complex. We love the location and the beach. It’s quiet and beautiful. The condo was very comfortable. The beds are good. Maybe we had been spoiled before, but we were surprised to find bare cupboards, not even salt. Despite this slight disappointment, we had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Edward C.

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

Good location

Quite good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Fantastic place so close to the beach

Easy check-in, parking, garage for storage of bikes and paddleboards, beach level make it so easy to hang out and the beach and even run back for the washroom or if you forget something. Always enjoy our time here, which is why we've been back so many times. Hard to beat
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful stayed many times
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Fantastic!

All around great experience! Archie was wonderful to work with; great communication, accurate description of property. We spent a glorious 11 nights at this property and loved every minute. Plenty of space for family of six with four teenagers. We loved how bright and airy the condo was, having the beach just steps away, and also took advantage of the trails in the park next door. I enjoyed morning coffee on the balcony with ocean view. We visited Coombs, Qualicum Beach, Englishman River Provincial Park, Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, Cathedral Grove, and Cameron Lake, plus day trips to Nanaimo and Newcastle Island, Victoria and Ucluelet/Tofino, and many hours of enjoyment on Rathtrevor beach. We found this property an ideal location as a home base for all the places we wanted to see. Love the Parksville area! Would not hesitate to book again if/when we return. Thanks, Archie, for a great experience!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jody B.

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

Family Gathering at the beach

We rented 2 units which are side by side for a family gathering of 8. The location is ideal. We enjoyed morning coffee at the beach which was a short walk from the units. Kitchens are well stocked with all the tools for cooking. We would rent these units again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

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

Family getaway

Our family had such a wonderful time here! Thank you for sharing your home, so we could enjoy a getaway at Rathtrevor!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Shannon L.

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

Family vacation

Archie was a great host, he was very accommodating and quick to answer questions. The property is a great location with lots of room. Just a few things need some updating, like kitchen faucet, and a few window blinds need fixing, as they were hard to close without the turning mechanism, especially the spare bedroom upstairs where we were trying to keep it dark for our kiddos. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Lovely Stay

There aren't many places we have previously stayed that we would consider returning to, but this would be one of them! Easy check in/out. Great location close to all attractions, clean and spacious for a family of 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Condo near Rathtrevor Park

It is a very large 3 bedroom condo near Rathtrevor. So quick to walk the trails of the park without driving. It is easy to walk by yourself or as a group, without having to do everything together.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bev G.

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

Spring Break with Family

We enjoyed a wonderful time with our family. The location was perfect. Right at the ocean and right beside Rathtrevor Beach.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zachary B.

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

Warm, cozy, on the beach!

Very comfortable and welcoming. What a great weekend adventure close to lots of fun stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S., Vancouver, Canada

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

Great spot! Exactly what we hoped for.

Perfect spot for a family. House was well stocked with everything we needed. Steps to the beach. Exactly what we hoped for. Would book again in a moment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

We're coming back next year!

This is our fourth year staying with Archie, and we're planning on making next year our fifth! We love Tanglewood and Rathtrevor Beach. It's a piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine U.

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

Perfect for getting to the beach

Archie was so wonderful and made sure we had everything to be comfortable. We spent two weeks there and will be back. It was perfect and nice that you didn’t have to haul beach stuff down and up the hill like the other units. We loved the stay. Thanks Archie
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021