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Family & pet friendly, homey beachfront Cottage, Halfmoon Bay, Sunshine Coast

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A wooden deck with two lounge chairs and a small table, overlooking a lake with a forested shoreline.
A waterfront property with a house surrounded by dense forest, a clear view of the water, and a dock with chairs.
A rustic wooden archway leading to a building with a stone pathway.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a fireplace, a dining area with chairs, and a television.
A rustic cabin with a porch, outdoor seating, and a garden area with mulch and plants.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Halfmoon Bay, BC
  • Place, Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Coopers Green Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Halfmoon Bay

When you stay at this cottage in Halfmoon Bay, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site and Sargeant Bay Provincial Park. .This beach cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Homesite Creek Falls Recreation Site.
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What's nearby

  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • beach near Coopers Green Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sargeant Bay Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Pender Harbour - 20 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pender Harbour, BC (YPT-Pender Harbour Waterdrome) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Bettolina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Beach House and Spa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tubird at the Rockwater - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pepper Creek Pizza - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family & pet friendly, homey beachfront Cottage, Halfmoon Bay, Sunshine Coast

Halfmoon Haven Beachfront Cottage is a gem for families or friends looking for an idyllic West Coast getaway. Nestled in the heart of Halfmoon Bay on Welcome Beach, you will sleep to the sounds of the waves and wake up to the songs of the Eagles. Explore nature at your door, or put your feet up and relax on the deck, as you watch your kids and fur babies play on the beach, only a few feet away. We provide the BBQ, and board games, hot tub and sand court, you create the memories to last.
The space
With tropical landscaping, a full size sand sports court, beach chairs and our therapeutic hot tub, Halfmoon Haven offers all our guests a rare opportunity to truly rest, relax and rejuvenate, Sunshine Coast style.
Ocean views by day. Sunset and star-gazing by night.
Childrens’ play area, rope swing and beach toys.
Resident wildlife: eagles, blue herons, loons, ravens, dolphins, otters, orca whales, etc…

This homey 1300 sq. ft. beach cottage has 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and full kitchen/laundry amenities. Situated literally steps from the beach, this is your perfect beach retreat. With its cozy couches, warm atmosphere and simple luxuries, you will find the cottage has all that you need for a natural getaway.
We welcome groups of all kinds, families, children and yes, we do accommodate fur babies / well-behaved pets.

Your booking for the Beach Cottage includes:
- Fully self-contained cottage just 25 steps from the beach
- Fully-equipped kitchen for family-style cooking and eat up bar
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Sun deck with BBQ and lounge chairs
- Wood-burning fireplace, TV, DVD player and sound system
- Equipped with board games, cards, books and mesmerizing views
- Sleeps maximum 8 ppl.
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ADDITIONAL OFFERINGS
- Halfmoon Haven Yurt:
This stunning 800 sq. ft. open-concept circular space is heated with a gas
fireplace, and flexible for type of use. Perfect for guests to book in addition to
their stay… host a special function, or sacred circle here, or pre-book your
space to enjoy a class in yoga, breath or meditation.
- Halfmoon Haven Beachfront Spa Services:
Our onsite spa offers a variety of services, including lomi lomi, Swedish, and
deep tissue massage, aesthetician service mani’s / pedi’s, facials, wraps and
more.
- Additional Pre-Booked Services Available:
Besides a list of services from our Halfmoon Haven Spa, you can also enjoy...
Private yoga classes in the Yurt
Professional photo-shoot with Chelsea of CBR Photography
Fishing charter excursions or
Kayaks delivered to your door
Float Plane Transportation to and from Vancouver/YVR
Whatever it is, we can even support you to create your perfect getaway.
Guest access
We have 2 rental units on the property:
The Beach Cottage (self-contained on the lower part of the property) and
The Oceanview Suite (a 2000 sq ft self-contained top floor unit of the Main House). Each unit has their own deck, ocean views, BBQ, kitchen, laundry, private entrance and living space, and access to onsite amenities.
If you would like to see the listing for the whole property, click here....
https://www.vrbo.com/1219485
All guests have access to property amenities: sand court, hot tub (in the middle of the property), beach toys and water sport equipment such as floats, boogie boards, skim boards and more.
Free parking, high speed internet, and access to onsite spa and chef services.
Interaction with guests
Your hosts Chris and Jenn welcome you to this rare gem of a place, your Sunshine Coast home away from home.
We want you to feel comfortable in your space, and we deeply respect every guests privacy. We make ourselves or one of our team members available to you by phone or in person, always being respectful of your space, as we would our neighbours.
Once you have confirmed your dates with us, you will receive a Welcome Package with additional options for your stay, directions, check-in instructions and important details. If you have questions, one of our team members will be available to assist you by phone, in person, or by email.
Other things to note
We are currently working on supporting our guests with a robust set of options, additional local attractions and activity ideas while you are visiting the Sunshine Coast. Details should be available in your unit. If you need any recommendations for restaurants, shops or hikes we will be happy to share our favourites.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a hot tub and a sauna. This cottage also features complimentary wireless internet access, a living plant wall, and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa services

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only. Please no smoking inside.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: $30/night for well-behaved dogs only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: All families are welcome. Kids under 3 are free.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside only. Please no smoking inside.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 H484431087, n/a

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Family & pet friendly, homey beachfront Cottage, Halfmoon Bay, Sunshine Coast Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully equipped. There were lots of towels, blankets, everything we needed. Clean rooms, great ocean view. Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Wonderful Stay

Had a great stay at halfmoon haven, there was lots of room for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all fell in love with this spot right away!!! We saw whales, clean beach, beautiful sunset, roomy and comfy cabin. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach we stayed on was absolutely beautiful. I wish communication was clearer regarding which amenities were shared between the rental cottages and which amenities were private for those staying in our cottage. Having alternating hours meant that we used it much less than we would have liked to. But the cottage was sweet and comfortable. Sharper knives would've also been appreciated for ease of cooking!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliet P.

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

A West Coast Paradise

A peaceful, charming, cozy well furnished yet spacious environment for us 6 mature friends just a few steps to the beach which we were able to walk every day.The view from the big dining room window was stunning, enhanced by the beautiful sunsets. The hot tub was big enough for us all. We loved the infra red sauna.The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare, cook and store our food. Chris, our host was very warm and spent time filling us in with information about the area and the ocean's inhabitants.We all agreed that we would highly recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views and location was fantastic! The beds were very comfortable. The sliding door was in need of attention. The kitchen was well stocked except for salt and the fridge took a good 15 hrs to cool down but then froze our produce. The oven was unpredictable and did not keep a proper temperature.The hottub never was used by us because it was cloudy and dirty even after contacting the owner. I would definately rent this property again as it hit all my desires, except the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolute paradise!

I've stayed at many retreats, resorts and B+Bs in my travels and I have to say that Halfmoon Haven ranks at the top of my list. My friends and I keep coming back here - we jokingly call it our second home! It's a short, easy, beautiful journey from Vancouver, but it feels a million miles away...it truly feels like home away from home thanks to all the TLC that's been put into this property. We've stayed in both the cottage and the suite and both are wonderful: very comfortably furnished and clean, with all the amenities we ever need. Both have absolutely stunning ocean views, with big patios equipped for outdoor dining and sunsets accompanied by wine. We like to begin and end each day in the big hot tub overlooking the sea - paradise! Chris and Jenn are wonderful, gracious hosts who always go out of their way to meet any requests we have before and during our stay. Jenn's Hawaiian "lomi lomi" massage heavenly and unlike any other kind of massage! Sooo relaxing. It's also excellent value! A treat beyond words. The natural beauty there is stunning - another factor that keeps us coming back. We love walking on the quiet beach right in front of the property and having a fire in the beachfront fire pit at night. The stars are wonderful. Anyway, I can't recommend Halfmoon Haven enough. We've spoken with many guests who return again and again because they know they need not look any further for what they want. Truly a wonderful place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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

A piece of paradise

A wonderful experience! Chris was friendly and communicative. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brenda L.

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

Amazing Beach Location

This Vrbo has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay on the coast! The selling feature is the breathtaking view and amazing location right on the beach. The outdoor space easily accommodated our 8 person family, and most of our time was spent outside enjoying the outdoor environment. The only thing that was disappointing about our stay was the lack of cleanliness of the inside space. There were dead insects, dust, and cobwebs throughout the cabin and large amounts of food left on "clean" dishes in the cupboards. Additionally, remnants from the previous group were left behind such as a foul smelling 1/2 full giant green waste bin in the kitchen, and recycling bottles stacked outside the cabin door. It was almost as if it hadn't been cleaned at all. However, this didn't impact our family having a terrific time utilizing this rustic and charming beach cottage in a prime location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joan N.

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

Can’t beat the ocean views

Superb location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn P.

No refund issued for a suite the owner double booked

We booked this entire property, which consists of a suite in the main house (deluxe suite), mini-suite in the cottage, and the cottage. We booked in Oct 2017 for our family reunion in July for 8 adults and 4 children. This is Chris's msg on VRBO booking system, "I have updated your quote to add in the full deluxe suite which will give you the full six bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and two kitchen areas. This will also give you the full property including hot tub exclusively to your family and there will be no other guest on-site". We paid the higher updated quote. Chris called 2 nights before our stay to say he had double booked us due to a glitch in the booking system, and that we didn't have the deluxe suite. We had family in flight from Saskatoon and Portland. We stated that since we booked first, Chris needed to cancel the other reservation. He refused. Instead, he said he would substitute a tent and a beach house suite (which turned out to be a hut with a mattress on the floor and no bathroom). We said this was not acceptable and that he was breaking our contract. He said instead of the tent he would give us an RV (the RV turned out to be a dirty old motor home from the 80's with no toilet). Instead of getting six bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and two kitchens, we received 1 kitchen, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a hut with no toilet and a broken screen door that let in mosquitoes, and an old RV with no toilet. Two of the adults ended up sleeping on the floor in the cottage instead of the RV. We were really cramped only having the beach cottage as we only had 2 bathrooms and 1 kitchen (and a small bar fridge). My husband and I took the hut. My choice in the night was to pee outside the hut or walk over to the cottage and step over sleeping bodies. Kitchen was not stocked, the whole property was run-down, and I found a pair of dirty panties at the top of the hut mattress (not mine!). We did not get the privacy we were promised as the other family got the suite we were supposed to have. We made the best of it, and after the holiday we asked for our money back since we didn't get the suite. He offered a pittance back b/c he said we should have been charged way more in the first place. Then, he wrote again and told us he wasn't going to refund any money at all. We expected the deluxe suite which we didn't get. He double dipped and got money from us and the other family who ended up getting the deluxe suite. He committed, in short, fraud.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Beautiful renovations, spacious, phenomenal view, great location.

Loved our time at Halfmoon Haven- the only problem was we should have booked a longer stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful, beautiful, and amazing!

This was our first time staying on the Sunshine Coast, and it was by far one of the best family vacations we have been on. The accomadations were great, and there were no problems what so ever. Everything was clean and up to date. Now the view was the best part. Ocean front and spectacular, there are no words to explain the view, you can only see for yourself. The owners were also very nice and made us feel very welcome. The food was well stocked and the needed appliances and kitchen utensils were there. Halfmoon Haven was great for my kids and my older mother. My family and I will definitely be staying here again in the near future. Cheers
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A visit to paradise

I went to Halfmoon Haven with my wife and had a wonderful five days. We stayed in the main house, which is large and roomy. Our bedroom had a beautiful view of the ocean and we woke to the calming sound of Mother ocean. The property is on Welcome Beach, which is the best beach on the Sunshine Coast. We enjoyed late nights in the hot tub, looking up at the stars and completely relaxing. The owners, Chris and Jenn Fletcher, are very welcoming and helpful. There are many old growth forests nearby and hikes and we could go into Sechelt for a delicous dinner, a few minutes down the road. We highly recommend Halfmoon Haven to others. It feels like a spiritual and healing place where you can be nurtured and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Barbara B.

Not at this moment as advertised

This is a lovely site with lovely potential, but it is currently somewhat run down, and not as the pictures would imply, nor are all services advertised given. I would not exclude this as a possible rental--there are many plusses--but find out from the owners if they have addressed recent problems before you rent. If they have, go for it!
Archival

4/10 Poor

Pay for the view

While the sunshine coast is a beautiful place to visit, I will not be choosing Halfmoon Haven again. The view was amazing from the beach front cottage, as well as from the hot tub (when it was functioning), but it pretty much stops there. With a poorly stocked kitchen, furniture that was dirty, cluttered living spaces, and a generally run-down cottage (with a leaky roof), I would recommend this rental only if you plan on spending the majority of your day at the beach and don't mind getting rained on through the roof while you sleep. I felt it was overpriced as well.