Starlight Retreat-Hot Tub, OD Shower, Cold Plunge!

Tofino, British Columbia
$435 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

STARLIGHT RETREAT is a LOFT style home that is nestled at the end of a peaceful gravel road, offering a serene and secluded getaway just moments from South Chesterman Beach. This charming loft house incorporates the essence of Tofino, with its rustic wood beams, open concept design, and eclectic artwork adorning the walls.

Upon entering the vacation rental, you'll immediately be enveloped in a nostalgic retro ambiance. The main living area provides a cozy and inviting atmosphere, withwindows that showcase the surrounding trees, a crackling wood fireplace to warm you and an abundance of natural light that fills the room. The wooden beams overhead add a touch of rustic elegance, elevating the house's character and allure.

The vibrant and welcoming kitchen continues the theme, with its playful red and white color scheme that perfectly captures the spirit of Tofino's end-of-the-road culture. The red cabinetry create a cheerful atmosphere that will inspire your culinary adventures.

The open layout of the LOFT house makes it ideal for socializing and spending quality time with loved ones. The dining area, adorned with a vintage wood-burning stove, serves as the perfect gathering spot for shared meals and the creation of lasting memories. Curl up in the cozy seating area and engage in intimate conversations, or simply take pleasure in the tranquil ambiance that surrounds you.

The vacation rental loft house offers two rooms with beds, both featuring open ceilings that enhance the sense of spaciousness. The master room loft space boasts a comfortable king-sized bed, projector onto the ceiling for comfy movie nights in bed, a generous open space with a private bathroom, ample closet space, and an adjoining room with a work desk and purple chair that folds down into a mattress perfect for kids. Open windows overlook the private property, framed by majestic cedars. In addition, a few yoga mats and a desk provide extra space for enjoying the morning light, engaging in some rejuvenating stretching, meditating, or dedicating time to work in the loft office.

The second room, which has been converted from a work space, offers a Queen bed and is situated at the front of the house. This room is perfect for children or additional guests, providing privacy with the use of curtains and an open ceiling (no door). This setup ensures that everyone can retire to bed at the same time, allowing for rest and relaxation.

Step outside into the private backyard, where you'll discover a serene tree-covered area, comfortable seating and a large hot tub nestled around the corner, along with a cold plunge tub if that's more your style. Immerse yourself in the soothing waters and let your tired muscles unwind after a day of exploring Tofino's breathtaking beaches. Alternatively, indulge in a glass of wine under the starry night sky as you bask in the tranquility of your surroundings.

Starlight Retreat truly offers a haven for those seeking a unique and captivating vacation rental experience. With its classic retro ambiance, rustic wood beams, vibrant artwork, and charming red and white kitchen, this loft house ensures a memorable and enchanting stay in the natural paradise of Tofino.

Please note: 4 guest max. but can allow a 5th child.
Please note: young children should be monitored in the upstairs office loft space.


Host Rules:
Renter's Agreement: Guests must sign the Renter's Agreement to confirm their reservation.

Age min: must be 23 years or older to book.

Max Occupancy: 5 guests total including babies and infants.

During peak summer season (June 15 - Sept 15), 3 night minimum and all bookings must be back-to-back to avoid gaps. If you receive a host unavailable message despite seeing availability, please contact us. Our booking system has specific rules and may require manual adjustments.

3 Night minimum stay for all Canadian Statutory Holidays.

Pet friendly: up to two dogs allowed and must be owner approved.

Please note: A long-term tenant lives on-site in a separate caretaker suite as per Tofino Bylaws. The suite is located to the right of the main home (detached)

Strict Quiet Hours: 10pm to 8am - please be respectful of the neighbours and locals!

Cancellation Policy: We offer a 30 day cancellation policy. If you provide us with the 30 days required notice you will receive a full refund. If you cancel without the required days notice you will not receive a refund for your reservation.

Accidental Damage Protection: Accidental Damage Protection is included in the total cost of your reservation—there is no additional fee after booking, as it is automatically applied at the time of purchase. This coverage protects against accidental damages up to $1,000 that may occur during your stay.
Please note: This protection does not apply to damages caused by parties, unauthorized events, or negligent behaviour. It is strictly intended for unintentional mishaps that may happen while you're staying in the home.



Proudly Managed by Tofino Vacation Rentals
District Licence: LIC-2024-0265
Provincial License: H481212451

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    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

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    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 : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Jackie

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Beautiful, comfortable and well equipped home. Great location as well.

  • Davin L.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2026

    Stayed Mar 30, 2026

    Very comfortable spot that is beautifully set up with all the essentials and then some. We stayed with two adults and two kids plus a dog and had a great time. Within walking distance to the beach. It may be important to some that no sleeping areas are separated by doors from the rest of the house. Would happily stay here again!

  • Sheila C.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 24, 2026

    This is the third year we have stayed here - it is our Tofino home. The house is cozy, clean and the kitchen perfectly equipped. The hot tub and the woodstove give added coziness after a day out on the beach and after our trip to the Hotsprings Cove! The house is private and a short walk to Chesterman Beach where we spent most of the day finding interesting sea creatures and watching the massive waves. Tofino shopping, restaurants and the aquarium and other sights in Uclulet are a short drive away! We will be back with the grandson again next year - thankyou!

  • Spencer P.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2026

    Stayed Mar 20, 2026

    Great place to stay very clean close to the beach and well stocked kitchen!

  • Nicole H.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2026

    Stayed Feb 28, 2026

    We had the best stay here, everything we needed was provided. We felt we had lots of privacy but we're close enough to town and the beaches. Perfect, cozy location!

  • Alex C.

    Submitted Feb 25, 2026

    Stayed Feb 17, 2026

    We had a great time at Starlight Retreat! Located just a short ways to Chesterman Beach our sunrise/sunset walks were incredible. We found it to be cozy and well stocked. Would definitely return!

  • Peri M.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2026

    Stayed Jan 17, 2026

    The place was cozy, bright and clean. Very much enjoyed staying there. Host was very kind.

  • Ashleigh B.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    We had an amazing stay! The house was spotless, cozy, and welcoming, with everything you could need. The location is perfect, close to everything but quiet and peaceful. Little touches like coffee and snacks waiting for us and a Christmas tree for the holidays made it feel extra special. The TVR team was incredibly kind and responsive. When our car battery died, they arrived to jump it in under 15 minutes! Truly above and beyond service. We can’t wait to stay here again!

  • Larry N.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 17, 2025

    Hot tub was very good, beds were comfortable, kitchen was very well equipped.Only thing lacking was a comfortable chair for reading.

  • Alixandra M.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Incredible! All around! So relaxing!! Didn’t even have to think about how to start the fire place thanks to the amazing instructions! 10/10!! Oh and the views!!! Ahh heaven!

  • Zoe R.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Great spot. Perfect little getaway. Especially loved the projector setup on the vaulted ceiling!

  • Trevor S.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    Amazing place but a couple issues that should be looked at is the remote for projector is on the cusp of not working and the back patio door doesn’t lock

  • Amy R.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    It was lovely and quiet, a perfect get away. Exactly as described. We had friends camping at surf’s grove so a short distance away. Plenty of towels and they left us some little goodies. Super thoughtful. We will stay again. Also the beds were super comfortable and the sky was lit up with the Milky Way!

  • Dave R.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Property was great. Interactions with the property managing company was slow.

  • Hailey B.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    A very beautiful property and home! We had a great stay:)

  • Rosemary M.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Facilities all good. For general info: No dishwasher. Could use more mugs and glasses. Kettle and coffee maker were overly complicated.But no complaints! Everything was lovely. Comfy beds. Quiet location within walking distance of Chesterman Beach. Beautiful!

  • Benjamin J.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    We had a wonderful time staying at the Starlight Retreat. It is a beautiful place with lots of room for our family and dog. Its location right across from Chesterman Beach made for easy walks to the beach everyday. Thank you for having us. Would definitely come again.

  • Deb A.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    3 women friends stayed for 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing nature of the home and private natural yardscape. The home was well-appointed and equipped. Also, we were able to sleep in our own beds with the futon in the upstairs loft. Weather was warm so we didn't take advantage of the hot tub or wood-burning stove but definitely would in colder seasons!

  • William C.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    Everything about this house was terrific. Everything we needed for our stay was there and there were helpful notes throughout letting us know how various appliances and things worked. Nothing was left for us to wonder about. All in all, this was an extremely comfortable and relaxing place to stay and downtown Tofino was only fifteen minutes by bike along a perfectly paved bike path. Chestermans beach was less than a ten minute walk and Long Beach was about a ten minute drive. A pretty perfect location for the things we wanted to do. And, the house was dog friendly.

  • Lisa P.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    We enjoyed Starlight House. It was clean and comfortable. The whole area is very walkable and bikeable. I would stay here again. We loved the whole Tofino area. There’s so much more to do there than what we had time for. Thank you for offering your home!

  • Ian S.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    The Starlight Retreat property is first class. It is cozy, well built and maintained, very clean, super comfy beds, with wood burning stove for cooler nights. The hot tub was amazing. It’s a short Walt to the south entrance of Chesterman Beach. Can’t wait to come back.

  • Steven L.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    Private. Gorgeous. Peaceful. As imagined.

  • Eric M.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    Very thoughtfully laid out and has everything we needed. 100% clean and comfortable. We’ve booked here before and cant wait to return! Its hard to find a place that ticks all the boxes but here it is!

  • Maureen C.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 29, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at this house in Tofino. It’s just a short walk to Chesterman Beach, which was absolutely stunning. The house itself was quiet, peaceful, and had everything we needed. The kitchen was impressively well-stocked with every item you could possibly need. The beds were very comfortable, and the hot tub was a perfect way to relax after a day at the beach. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.

  • Kate R.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    Great

  • Sheila C.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    We really love the privacy and quiet of the house. Beds are very comfortable, and all necessary amenities are there - cozy woodstove, gas fire and a well-equipped kitchen! It is a short walk to Chesterman beach and we all enjoyed a daily relax in the hotub after hiking, exploring Ucluelet and going whale watching! We will be back again!!!

  • Margie P.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 6, 2025

    Cozy house in a great location. Private and surrounded by the forest but only a short walk to Chesterman Beach. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. Enjoyed using the hot tub in the rain. Would stay here again!

  • Sandi K.

    Submitted Feb 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 31, 2025

    The house was immaculate with many extra well thought out features such as a fully equipped kitchen with a espresso machine and complimentary coffee from a local roaster , the bed was really comfortable and the sheets were the softest we have ever experienced but most importantly the service was fantastic , all our questions were answered quickly and efficiently , we had a great little get away even with the storm of the decade 😂, certainly will be back

  • Jill P.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2025

    Stayed Jan 8, 2025

    Cozy, comfortable and clean. Was very well stocked and a great location - highly recommend!

  • Meaghan B.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    Our stay at this stunning two-bedroom, two-bath vacation rental in Tofino was nothing short of incredible. The architecture and artistic design of the home were breathtaking, and every detail of the decor was thoughtfully curated. We especially loved relaxing in the hot tub and were delighted by the espresso machine, which was such a thoughtful touch. The upstairs bedroom with the projector was a unique and cozy addition that made our evenings extra special. Being so close to Chesterman Beach was a dream, allowing us to enjoy the natural beauty of Tofino with ease. To top it all off, having a little Christmas tree to celebrate the New Year made the experience feel magical and personal. Five out of five stars—highly recommended for anyone looking for a perfect getaway!

  • Cory B.

    Submitted Nov 21, 2024

    Stayed Nov 18, 2024

    The place was very clean, beds very comfortable, has all the amenities, and very private. We will definitely return!

  • Holly D.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2024

    Stayed Nov 4, 2024

    Just a slice of heaven. This abode was everything we needed. It was the most well stocked vacation rental we've ever stayed in. From the natural dish soap and the aromatherapy soaps & shampoos in the bathroom we felt the luxury. We walked to the beach every morning. It was so quiet our doggo was so happy & comfortable. We were impressed with how clean the space was considering it is pet friendly. Truly couldn't speak higher of this rental property. Will be back in time!

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    We had a great stay while attending a destination wedding. We will be back! Just wish there was a dishwasher

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    This rental is everything you could dream of. Perfectly nestled in the forest, it was the most magical place. We all look forward to coming back again!

  • Joan S.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    Lovely

  • Sandra G.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    The cottage had a well-equipped kitchen. The hot tub was a delight, though the outdoor shower felt like it belonged to the neighbours. The cottage is better suited to a single couple with or without children due to its open layout.

  • Andrea N.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    We had a wonderful time.

  • Heather C.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    We love visiting Tofino and this was the first time we haven’t stayed right on the beach. We loved the location and how private it was. The house had everything we needed and more. We are already talking about our next trip back!

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