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Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise”

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Escape to a serene natural oasis surrounded by lush greenery and a flowing river.
Enjoy the serene coastal views from this scenic shoreline.
Situated in a lush environment, this single-story house features a sloped roof and a wooden staircase leading up to the front door.
Cozy bedroom with a bunk bed featuring a ladder and slatted headboard, offering a view of the surrounding trees.
Enjoy a refreshing shower in the bathroom, featuring a glass-enclosed shower and hexagonal tile pattern, along with a toilet, vanity, and stool.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms84 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise”

" Even in the rain it was breathtaking." (guest)

Guests are serenaded by abundant bird life and the soothing sound of waterfalls cascading into the tidal estuary below. Your contemporary suite features a spacious bathroom with W/D, 9' ceilings which let in loads of light, two bedrooms and a pull-out futon which comfortably sleeps up to five persons. Prepare your own gourmet meals in the well-appointed kitchen, or dine at waterfront restaurants nearby. A private deck and trail winds down to water's edge. We have a canoe, a kayak aand SUP for guests to explore the protected waters of Secret Cove Inlet. And we're just minutes from Smugglers Cove, a destination for the trails and tidal pools and ocean views. So close to the City, and yet it feels like a world away.

Check out our u tube video on Instagram #tidaldance.

Property manager

Laura Maddalozzo

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking restrictions include e-vape and drugs

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 H927453384

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tidal Dance Halfmoon Bay House
Tidal Dance House
Tidal Dance Halfmoon Bay
Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay

About the area

Map
Halfmoon Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Welcome Pass Recreation Site - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Homesite Creek Falls Recreation Site - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pender Harbour - 25 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Secret Cove Marina Ltd - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Etc Extraordinary Tasteful - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Halfmoon Bay Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise”?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise” located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park and Welcome Pass Recreation Site. Turnagain Island and Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Tidal Dance at Halfmoon Bay: “...a little piece of Paradise” Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

We love coming here and plan to again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Enjoyed very much our stay. Perfect location and beautiful suite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10

Clean, close to amenities and beach combing, river in the backyard was instant entertainment for the kids. Enjoyable stay for all of us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10

Lovely stay in a quiet oasis. We enjoyed watching the variety of bird life and swimming at high tide. Laura and John are fabulous hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Property was very clean and had lots of amenities. Very close to lots of good hikes and the bay was great for kayaking in the evening when the tide was in. Laura and John had lots of great recommendations for things to do as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This place was amazing for the other half of our family for the weekend. The host showed us around in person which was so kind and helpful. The place is beautiful and everything was clean. We appreciated their responsiveness and flexibility with our group needs. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay and found Laura and John’s suite was a great home base. The waterfront, canoe and heater on the patio were family highlights. The suite was very clean and modern, several lovely touches to make the stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10

The property is wonderful and very clean, and the hosts are very thoughtful. The back deck table and bbq are great for vacation cooking. The shallow waters during high tide make the water extremely warm. The paddle board was our favourite, and we floated around endlessly and often ended up swimming even in the evening. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

2/10

This is a beautiful place, and the cottage, attached on one side to the owner's home but completely private, is spacious, very well-equipped, and the host is very helpful. Sechelt with shopping is close. We used the cottage as a base for hiking the many nearby parks, but it also provides kayaks, canoe and rowboat for trips down the inlet.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

It was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

This was a short but sweet trip to Secret Cove. This lovely house was the perfect quiet place for me to recharge. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful time! The setting is beautiful and the home was spotless! Well appointed with everything we needed! Would absolutely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at the Tidal Dance. It was quiet and secluded suite and had great access to the water. There were hikes nearby and we were able to paddleboard everyday. It was clean and well-stocked for cooking.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Beautiful location, well set up, everything we needed and more. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Laura was wonderful from the moment we arrived- with homemade sweet’s waiting for us. The property was exceptionally clean, with very comfortable furniture and a great layout for guests. Tidal Dance is so quiet and peaceful- we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Laura and John were amazing hosts and very responsive to any request we had. They were very helpful with lots of information about the whole Sunshine Coast. The location is perfect for families to get on the water in a safe environment. The inlet is beautiful and great for swimming. The Canoe, Kayak and SUP were a bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Great!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Had a lovey time at Tidal Dance! This property is literally cleaner than some 5 star hotels I've stayed at. You really get the sense that Laura and John have put a lot of effort and care into their home and its reflected in the stay. Thank you so much for the peaceful get away and for the delish welcome muffins!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

This is a great location for exploring the nearby coastline, including Smugglers Cove Provincial Marine Park, by kayak! Spectacular paddling! Note that you can only launch or land during the higher half of the tide cycle so need to plan accordingly, and you do need to carry the boats downs a pretty steep (but well maintained and totally doable) path (unless you use the boat the hosts provide). There's a very nice spot to both store the boats and hang out down by the water. Super quiet and clean, well maintained suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Thanks John and Laura for renting your beautiful property to us. We enjoyed using the SUP, kayak, and canoe to paddle around. Your unit is well equipped and set up. This was an amazing holiday for us as a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Laura and John are excellent hosts. Their beautifully renovated suite overlooks the private Secret Cove. The space is exceptionally clean and well equipt for a family to enjoy a quiet and relaxing stay with exclusive access to the cove. My children remarked their best sleep ever on the bunk beds. Laura gave wonderful advice on what to see locally including hikes, food, local shopping and exploring the coast and islands- via water taxi. Thank you Laura and John for making our family holiday relaxing and memorable. All the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

It is a great place facing a sea inlet. At high tide you can paddle out to the sea or even have a swim right next to the property. The suite is very clean and well equipped with everything you need. The bed in the main bedroom is super soft. We enjoyed grill dinners on the deck facing the inlet. It is a few minutes drive away from a beautiful walk to the Smuggler's Cove or a water taxi going to the Buccaneer Bay beach on Thormanby Islands. Laura and her husband were very gracious hosts who responded to all requests and provided good pointers about things to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We had an amazing stay at Tidal dance at Half Moon Bay! Laura and John were great hosts. Laura gave us a quick tour/orientation to the cottage and was very helpful in suggesting hikes and other activities during our stay. Laura was quick to answer any questions we had. We took the canoe out several times and saw some otters in the cove. We hiked a lot and enjoyed Smugglers cove and the waterfall hike the most. I’m hoping someday we will come back! Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Our family of 4 spent a few days escaping the city to explore the Sunshine Coast. The location is lovely. You can see & hear the creek running from the house. The outdoor deck would be ideal in the warmer weather. The unit is modern yet comfortable. The kitchen was stocked very well. We cooked every night. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

The location was perfect for a quiet get-a-way. My adult daughter wanted to try paddle boarding but could not navigate the drop off to the tidal basin nor the climb back up the steep embankment. The winding path was very lovely and beautiful. The accommodations were more than adequate. Hint - - - a hold bar would be MOST helpful when stepping out of the shower.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023