Forest Retreat. Restful Sanctuary with Sauna. 3min walk to Tofino's best beach!

Tofino, British Columbia
$415 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

The Forest Retreat is just steps away from the sun, sand and surf of South Chesterman Beach, the number one favourite Tofino local's beach!! You will be able to enjoy beach sunrises, sunsets, walks at any tide or time of day, storm watching and barefoot time without having to walk lengthy distance or search for (or pay for) parking!

Our cozy ground level main suite of the house is very easily accessible for anyone (no flights of stairs) and is fully surrounded by forest greenery and trees. Your fully self-contained space offers a great deal of privacy and a restorative and tranquil experience. The idea is to leave more rested, recharged and restored than when you arrived! The Forest retreat offers a wood burning stove for cozy winter evenings and a high-end medical-grade therapeutic wooden infrared sauna that seats 2-3 people at a time. Enjoy your very own private sauna therapy sessions at the simple push of a button!

The Forest Retreat provides 1 bathroom, 2 queen beds, 1 twin bed. All beds are complete with down duvets and high thread count white 100% cotton linens. 2 fans are provided and 2 white noise machines for those who prefer to sleep with white noise!

The suite has a roomy fully stocked kitchen with full size appliances to accommodate you for any length of stay. There is a small private outdoor area with BBQ and patio lights as well as a covered/closed-in entry way for storing gear of all kinds. You will have your own designated outdoor hose for rinsing beach gear.

Your local hosts (‘true’ locals, born and raised!) live in a separate suite of the house (we are a quiet family with a 16 and 19 year old). You may hear a small amount of intermittent footstep sound transfer (as will happen in any 1st floor suite of a 2-storey home), but we all are quiet by nature, highly respectful of everyone’s privacy/rest and we always create an environment of quiet time after 10:00pm (and appreciate that guests offer the same!).

We offer a high speed reliable internet connection and Roku streaming TV that not only comes with many channels but also allows you to access all of your favourite subscriptions! Automated sign-out is easy by entering your check-out date.

Black Bear Lane is a quiet, slow pace no-through road with a cul-de-sac (a good zone for kids to hang out/roller blade etc.) and a short night-illuminated walking path (very helpful for children’s safety and walking back from the beach after dark!). We are a one minute drive or 15-20min walk from the “Live to Surf” property/complex which offers many conveniences including: ‘Chocolate Tofino’ (delicious local made-on-site chocolates and ice cream), ‘Tofitian’ Coffee shop (quality coffee, treats and snacks) and ‘Live to Surf’ - Tofino’s first, and largest, surf shop. The property complex also offers a yoga studio, an accupunture clinic, bike rentals, a very small grocery store that carries the basics, ‘Wildside’ take-out (burgers, fries, fish and chips etc) and the very well loved ‘TacoFino’ food truck!!!

We are highly committed to healthy spaces and there are no strong chemical products/detergents/soaps etc. used or offered and no unmaintained/musty corners to be found! This space is an absolute safe zone (tested) for those with allergies and chemical/mold sensitivities (not easy to find in this town/climate!) Please reach out and ask Jade more detailed questions on that subject if you have mold or chemical sensitivity/allergy concerns!

Your comfort, privacy and feeling of home away from home is our priority. We have many return guests that come back to make new memories each year and we strive to offer a memorable home base for all those who stay with us! Reviews listed before April 2026 specifically reflect the original vacation rental suite in the home (the smaller second floor suite) but since the suite switch, the home, furnishings, cleanliness standards and hosts are ALL exactly the same!!! We look forward to hosting you and providing a restorative base camp while you explore all that the beautiful Tofino rainforest and coastline has to offer!

(District of Tofino Business License number 2024-0274)

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Double-glazed Windows Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Recycling Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • Andres B.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    It's a cozy and green little place incredibly close to the beach. Definitely spacious enough for us and beds were comfortable.

  • Calder S.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    We had such a wonderful stay here at this property for our honeymoon! The space was very clean and comfortable. The owner clearly cares about their guests with many small details and accommodations provided to make our stay feel like a home away from home. The space was very private and felt like we were in a beautiful tree house getaway. This location is a very easy walk to a beautiful beach and a short drive into town! We would absolutely stay here again and look forward to the next time that we can come back to beautiful BC!

  • Jennifer W.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Beautiful, immaculate, well-appointed accomodations. Excellent location- nestled in the trees, but close to Chesterman Beach and downtown Tofino. I wish we could have stayed longer!!

  • Jeremy S.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Family vacation. Beaches, and forest walks. Beautifully built, cozy place.

  • Della C.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 20, 2025

    Check in was a breeze. Place had every amenity you need. Highly recommend.

  • Laurie M.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 29, 2025

    We had a great stay here! Our host has made her home a place where you can feel very comfortable. Loved being able to walk to the beach using a path through the trees. Would highly recommend this accomodation to anyone.

  • Monica and Micha....

    Submitted Apr 30, 2025

    Stayed Apr 26, 2025

    We had such a fantastic stay and every aspect of our stay exceeded expectations. Jade goes the extra mile to make guests feel welcome and the little details throughout the suite are such a nice touch. Thanks for a wonderful stay in the “treehouse suite” as our kiddos called it.

  • Lawrence B.

    Submitted Nov 27, 2024

    Stayed Nov 12, 2024

    We love this place and the area. It’s perfect for us.

  • Richard W.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    Secluded. Lovely. Well appointed. It's amazing how many rentals fail at stuff like TP. One expects Ikea furniture and the like in rentals. That what I'd use. But lots of rentals are badly decorated and cluttered. This place is very clean and very comfortable.

  • George and Jane S.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    This property is the best—simple, clean, great location and easy drive to town for supplies or local art ,food and activities. Easy drives to hiking which is beautiful. The owner is delightful and very willing to help you. We stayed here 5yrs ago and always talked about returning. The accommodation was as we remembered and even a new tv…all was good. We felt safe and slept like babies. A great place to come back to each night!!

  • Sam S.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    Property was immaculate and extremely comfortable, a short stroll from the beach. Jade was more than accommodating and the perfect host. Would go back in a heartbeat.

  • Catherine Y.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    We loved the sunrise suite. It felt like we were in a tree house. Beautiful views from every window. It is close to town and a very short walk to the beach yet it feels tucked away and private. Not only is it a private entrance but also a private driveway; you feel like you have the whole place to yourselves. Jade is a lovely and responsive host and she has thought of everything! The kitchen is very well stocked, there’s sheets handy for the pull out couch, and all the soaps and detergent you could need. The beds were very comfortable. We would definitely go back and would recommend to anyone.

  • Leon R.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    Great place to stay

  • Dean M.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2024

    Stayed Jun 2, 2024

    Sunrise Suite is a relaxing getaway nestled in the trees but just a very short walk away from Chesterman Beach. We enjoyed a quiet, cozy stay in a spotlessly clean & incredibly comfortable home away from home. Jade’s attention to detail shines through from the kitchen which is well stocked with pots & pans, dishes, spices, oils, coffee & tea to the lovely eco friendly soaps, shampoo & laundry detergent provided. Jade is an extremely considerate, caring, organized host who responded right away to any texts, some answers coming even before we asked, and yet she gave us total privacy. We loved our 6 nights here & will definitely come back. This place is amazing.

  • Thomas H.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    Jade does an absolutely amazing job with her VRBO. Going away is always a bit of a concern to us due to severe food allergies in the family, however we didn't have a single concern staying here. I have never stayed anywhere this clean. From the kitchen appliances to the polished chrome in the bathroom, everything was spotless and I mean spotless, like literally you won't even find water spots. Everything was cozy and welcoming. Furthermore, Jade stocks the unit with many luxury extras. From the organic spices to the high end soaps and body washes, you can truly feel that she wants her guests to have an excellent stay. We had an amazing time and look forward to returning again soon. Thank you so much for the beautiful stay!

  • Ray K.

    Submitted May 25, 2024

    Stayed May 21, 2024

    Very nice stay. The suite had everything we needed. Beds were comfy. Nice deck and a 5 min walk to Chesterman Beach.

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