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Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails

Vancouver Island's east coast beckons with ocean views, beach bonfires, and opportunities to swim with seals or hike through nearby parks

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Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub on Vancouver Island's eastern shore offers a peaceful escape with direct ocean access. Enjoy the landscaped beachfront, kayak along the coast, or relax in the oceanfront hot tub. Free WiFi and sun loungers provided for afternoon relaxation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Qualicum Beach, this resort is in a rural area and near theme parks. Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club and Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Vintage Candy Shop and Cardboard House Bakery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Qualicum Beach, BC

What's nearby

  • Wildwood Place Community Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wildwood Community Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Islewood Drive Community Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Creekside Nile Creek Community Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Henry Morgan Community Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Anchor Road House Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Brew Coffee House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tidal Taco Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Middle Mountain Mead - ‬90 min drive

About this property

Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails

Family-friendly resort in the mountains
Golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking and boating at this resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Tennis courts, snow sports gear and games
  • Books, smoke-free property and water sports equipment
  • Barbecues and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails offer perks, such as fireplaces and furnished patios, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baby monitors, highchairs and children's books
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: ashtrays are provided outside
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 1

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

smoking allowed in designated areas

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays are provided outside

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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
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 PL2025-065

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

100007344

Frequently asked questions

Is Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails located?

This family-friendly Qualicum Beach resort is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Wildwood Place Community Park, Islewood Drive Community Park and Creekside Nile Creek Community Park. Wildwood Community Park and Kelsey Road Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Central 2 bdr Beachfront Hot Tub Clam/Oyster FREE kids kayak use, hiking trails Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Parm A., BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Island stay

Much Smaller than we thought. Clean and organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Quaint near Quallicum

We were on Vancouver Island for a couple days looking to purchase a retirement home and decide to book a place thru VRBO. The place was clean and cozy, really enjoyed our stay. Carolyn made everything from check in to check out enjoyable. She made sure we had candles in case the power went out with a pending storm which was great for us main landers. I would definitely recommend whole heartly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen S.

Wonderful, Relaxed, Away-from-it-all time

We had a wonderful 3 nights at this quite beach front resort! We enjoyed the hot tub every night with the beautiful ocean in the back ground. We got oysters from one of the locations Carolyn told us about and our friend even found a pearl! We visited Cathedral Grove which is only about 30 minutes from this place. The cottage was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Great start to our holiday!

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

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

Paradise on Earth!!

Amazing! We had a fantastic time. The place is lovely. You can sip your coffee in the morning watching the eagles, herons and other fauna right at the beach. My husband, my daughter and I enjoyed kayaking, roasting marshmallows in the bonfire, collecting treasures from the beach, and relaxing in the hot tub. There are also many attractions nearby. Carolyn is a great hostess, friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend staying here; we certainly plan to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location, Good View, Tiny Place

Overall it was a pleasant experience but for an extra $100/night, Parksville Resorts likely a better option. The fridge is a typical hotel fridge and did not meet our needs. The rooms are small but beds were clean and comfy, no A/C, no dishwasher, tiny kitchen and living space. For the cost, I expected more so overall 3.75/5.0
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

L. H.

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

Summer 2021

The property owner is friendly, the premises are kept very clean, which I appreciated so much. Location is good as we travelled to other islands nearby and drove to Tofino for a day too. I was looking forward to picking oysters and clams as advertised (and had to get a fishing license for it) but there were hardly any oysters at this beach. seems it was combed cleaned. I had read a review that mentioned the small fridge being a problem, so I brought a large cooler and that solved the problem. Also, that tiny fridge can accommodate enough food if well packed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yogeeta L.

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

Lovely Stay

Great host. Friendly, personable, and memorable. Very easy to get a hold of host when needed. Well kept, cozy units with all the basics included. Convenient for our use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Aimee M.

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

Quaint beach residence

The place was much smaller than expected, but worked out for a family of 6. Cute location. Rocky beach, but water was great for paddle boarding and seeing wild life in the distance. Short drive to sandy beaches and restaurants. Overall pretty good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linsey H.

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

Small but sweet

Smaller than expected but very functional. Rocky beach was great for kids exploring with water shoes. Our weather was nice but could be hot without air conditioning or fans. Hot tub at dusk was stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonia B., North Vancouver

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

Quiet beach, quiet getaway!

This property has great beach access and the property owner is very nice. We enjoyed our brief stay here! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

had a great time

great communication. space was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

David H., Nanaimo

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

Would go back

Wifi terrible and was a late night party next to us first night but on a whole would return
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Cute and clean

Very beautiful location, great views, Loved the hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elisa A.

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

Beautiful resort

Awesome experience, nice waterfront unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bette G.

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

So relaxing!

My daughter, her husband and I had a wonderful and relaxing time. The view was wonderful as was the time in the hot tub and on the beach enjoying a bonfire. We explored the tide pools and son in law tried stand up paddle board. We didn’t want to go home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Educational for Children

High/Low tides interesting to walk far out and see the sea life along the bottom of the ocean. Owner gracious, kind and competent. Room much smaller than reflected in the ad. Kitchen so limited it is difficult to store food and prepare meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

khrista c.

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

Carolyn was lovely funny lady very kind to us and our grand children.

Great. The only thing I would change is the glass coffee table lol my husband and so kept hitting our knees in it. Cute little place very clean. Beautiful view. The kids played and were safe. Very calming atomosphere. Would come again. Oh the sheets were so nice. Soft and cool. Felt like bamboo Thanks Carolyn.

10/10 Excellent

crystal j.

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

Overnight Retreat

My husband and I booked in overnight and brought my parents along. Our cabin was cozy and delightful ! Right on the beac with wonderful ocean views. Carolyn was a friendly and helpful host. I only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharren G.

Island Paradise

Myself and 3 girlfriends stayed at the resort for a birthday retreat / weekend away from the hectic demands of our lives, and all of us agreed that it was one of the most wonderfully relaxing trips we have ever been on. The suite we stayed in was decorated tastefully, comfortable, fully stocked, and was just the right size for 4 adult women to share for a few days. The view from our front room was unparalleled, and our hosts were welcoming, funny, friendly and made us all feel right at home. We spent the entire day on the beach walking, checking out cool rocks and shells, watching birds, ooh the birds (eagles, herons, and a myriad of others), and sea lions float by doing nothing but just be - which encouraged us to do the same. It was a magical experience for all of us, and truthfully we were a little sad to leave, but there is no doubt that we will return for another girls trip in the near future. Thank you so much to Carolyn for allowing us the chance to recharge, rejuvenate and remember what's important in our lives.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edward C., White Salmon, WA

Relaxing and fun

We rented a 2 bedroom. The cabins are well appointed, clean and tight for 4 adults. We spent most of the time outside, so this was not a problem. The beach consists of smooth pebbles but there is a great walk to sand. The hostess, Carolyne, was a delight. She had great recommendations for hikes, restaurants and clamming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Beautiful ocean front

The Property is lovely and on a beautiful beach. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. We had a lovely time
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Romantic and cozy cottage

Shady Shore at Bowser provided my husband and me with a cozy, romantic and adventurous get away! Our cottage was pretty and quaint! Staff were down-home friendly and helpful with dinner ideas and local spots. We sat on our semi-private patio looking at the constellations with a glass of wine well into the night. The beach was only feet away. Our view of the sun going down from the nearby hot tub was a time of relaxation and awe taking in beautiful nature. We could have kayaked...and BBQd as they were right outside our cottage! I beach combed and came up with very special rocks known only to this area. I recommend it for a cozy get away. We were able to go see historical Hornby Island with its unique post ice age warming huge rocks with 2 picturesque ferry crossings from a nearby dock. Just right for us!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

R & R

We needed time away from a hectic, demanding year to reconnect and relax. We had a perfect September week of weather on the last week of summer. Our favourite moments at the Shady Shores Resort was the beach access, view and sitting by the fire under a Harvest Moon. The room was clean and affordable. We appreciated the kitchenette and hot tub. Close to Qualicum for shopping or the Horne Lake Caves, Cathedral Grove Easy to cycle to and from these destinations.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cecilia O.

Wonderful stay.

We just had a wonderful week at Shady Shores, sunshine every day but one ,the fish ( pink salmon) jumping right in front of the resort , waves of them , my husband got a licence and caught his quoter each day, I loved the view from our two bed unit while I was cooking and eating breakfast dinner,we had fires on the beach in the evening , hot tub and kayaking. Free wi fi .The pub up the road was interesting , this is a great location for visits to Quailcum beach, mount Washington and further north . We enjoyed our chats with Carolyn ,she was most helpful and accommodating and humerus , the units aren't huge , but most suitable , we wouldn't have any qualms staying there in the near future, Carolyn, we never did have that glass of wine , next time ok! Cecilia+Almost Englishman Stayed August 2014, travelled as a couple
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

Wow

Great views Lovely setting Warm comfortable Excellent hosts Will be back