Starfish Cottage - Oceanside Village Resort
Cottage in Parksville
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this cottage rental
#118 is a 1109 sq foot cottage in pristine Oceanside Village Resort. This cottage is flooded with natural light that accentuates the high vaulted ceilings and furnishings that will provide you with all the comforts of home. Our kitchen has all the necessities for preparing meals which can be enjoyed on the private back patio. Choose a dip in the year round indoor heated pool, a soak in the hot tub or take advantage of the exercise room which are all steps away from the cottage.
The Starfish Cottage also offers ample parking in the front, which accommodates larger vehicles, as well as additional guest parking across the road.
The Starfish Cottage also offers ample parking in the front, which accommodates larger vehicles, as well as additional guest parking across the road.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly
Map of Parksville
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
Guests loved the comfortable beds, well-stocked kitchen, and convenient location near attractions and amenities. They enjoyed the clean and cozy environment, making it a perfect family-friendly vacation spot.
5.0 / 5.0
Location is ideal and many activites for young children and adults. Cottage was well equipped. A little bit of paradise. Would definitely stay there again
5.0 / 5.0
Great property in wonderful location close to restaurants and beach! Lovely quiet location. Very well equipped kitchen. Very private deck with great patio table and BBQ. Would highly recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to spend a week!
5.0 / 5.0
This property is so clean and well cared for. It was perfectly comfortable and the kitchen was much better stocked than most places. They even had board games and colouring supplies for the kids. The pool is a great feature, although it gets quite noisy when busy. I would absolutely rebook this for another vacation. Lots to do just a short walk or drive away.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time at this rental! We had 2 adults, and then a 13yr, 10yr, 3yr, and 2yr. The older 2 kids loved having their own loft space and private bathroom. We brought a pack n play and it fit in the guest room closet perfectly so that the toddlers could also room share. The beds were comfortable and we all loved the patio with privacy hedges!
The kitchen was fully stocked with all the essentials. We loved having access to a dishwasher and laundry during the week.
We absolutely loved Parksville, this cabin and the surrounding area and cant wait to come back to visit again next year.
If you are looking for a family friendly vacation rental for a larger family, this space is perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
We loved the house - it was clean and comfortable and plenty of room for everyone. Two good size bedrooms downstairs and the kids loved having the upstairs loft bedroom with their own bathroom and TV. Fantastic location for activities: minigolf is a 2 minute walk, a huge park nearby, and lots of cool spots within a short drive (Coombs, Cathedral Grove, etc). We also did the 5 minute walk to the resort nearby and had a fabulous dinner at the steakhouse/restaurant. The location of the house in the community could not be better if you want to use the pool - it is a 30 second walk. The pool was really nice and was never crowded even though we went everyday at least once and at different times of the day. The area was quiet and clean, no noise at night. Would highly reccomend!!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great vacation and will be back again
5.0 / 5.0
Our family had a lovely week at the cottage. It was very clean and well stocked. We loved being close to the pool, mini golf, and beach.
5.0 / 5.0
Everything we needed was right there. The beds were comfy, the kitchen was stocked with spices etc. There were bath towels and pool towels. We truly enjoyed our stay and wish it was longer!
5.0 / 5.0
This beautiful cottage really is a home away from home! We are very picky when it comes to staying somewhere other than our own home and Starfish Cottage was perfect! Julie was very easy to communicate with, check in was super simple, and the cottage had all of the amenities you could ask for and then some!
5.0 / 5.0
Have stayed at this cottage twice and would stay again. Close to beaches and shopping.
5.0 / 5.0
Kind helpful owners.
5.0 / 5.0
We had the most wonderful time staying at Starfish Cottage. Wonderfully located, close to a lot of beautiful beaches (Parksville Community Beach & Rathtrevor beach), and local restaurants (The Black Goos Inn!).
The kids loved the warm water indoor pool and spent hours in there playing the first couple of days we arrived when the weather was a bit to cool for the beach and ocean swimming. Our kids loved it! Evening swim after dinner to drain their batteries!
Our host Julie was friendly and easy to communicate with. It was a pleasure dealing with her.
Starfish Cottage was clean, comfortable, and very welcoming. The cottage provided a home-away-from-home with a well stocked kitchen of dishes, cups, and the basic cooking pots/pans, and utensils, allowing me to prepare a simple dinner on our first night and simple breakfast of bacon and eggs in the mornings since we're all slow when first waking up and like to lounge around before hitting the beach around 1130am. I loved the coffee maker provided that allowed me to preset a timer for the next day were I wake up to freshly brewed coffee waiting for me. And THANK YOU for providing coffee too! (insert heart emoji here).
Check-out was very easy and Julie didn't have a long list of chores for us! Expectations at check-out was basic common sense and very acceptable. Respectful to both host and guests.
Most definitely my family will be returning to Starfish Cottage in the years to come.
5.0 / 5.0
Spent 4 days in the cottage, and it was great. We were worried about the hot temperatures, but even without AC the fans in the rooms/bedrooms and the shade kept the cottage from getting too warm. Great location to walk to the ocean. Would stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Our group of 5 recently stayed at Starfish Cottage. We found the cottage to be exceptionally clean throughout and we had no issues during our stay. The cottage is perfectly located within the development as it is very close to the indoor pool and is only a 3 minute walk to the mini golf. We would not hesitate to book here again in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It is exactly as promised in the pictures, and very comfortable. The beds were each very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes, including lots of glasses, which is much appreciated when traveling with kids. The location is convenient for Rathstrevor and Parksville- a nice walk to the beach, but a bit long for younger kids. However, there is plenty of parking at Rathstrevor, so you can also reach it in a few minutes by car.
5.0 / 5.0
The cabin was clean and nicely decorated. We loved being across from the pool. Nearby amenities and many recreational spots are a plus. We would love to stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great unit, access, location, and property manager. It’s an above average property for those looking to stay awhile, and I’ll definitely be looking this up next time around.
5.0 / 5.0
The cottage was great. Very clean with a well appointed kitchen! Very close to the pool which is a great facility. Owners were very quick to respond to our requests! We had a great time with our family for the week. Thanks again!
4.0 / 5.0
Everything was immaculately clean. There were also amenities in the kitchen that we were not expecting and Julie even left us a bottle of wine. It is not beachside but there’s a lovely walk through Rathtrevor campsite to the beach. Would stay again for sure.
5.0 / 5.0
Our stay at the Starfish Cottage was very comfortable and enjoyable! The cottage is as nice as the description on the Vrbo website. It is clean and cozy and feels like home! We were 4 adults - 3 siblings and our elderly parent. Aside from a few steps up to get into the cottage, everything was accessible with a walker and the main floor master bedroom and adjoining bathroom made it easy for dad to move around. The location of the cottage is perfect for exploring the area! So much to see and do! We thouroughly enjoyed our stay!
5.0 / 5.0
This home had everything we needed to enjoy a summer vacation with my grandkids at the beach. I can recommend it without reservation.
5.0 / 5.0
Both the cabin and the complex are great for families. Cabin is close to pool and mini golf and has everything you need for a nice vacation.
5.0 / 5.0
Love this cabin at Ocean Village! Marvellous location, very clean, close to Rathtrevor beach( the BEST BEACH on Vancouver Island after Long Beach). You are walking distance to a pool, mini golf and a small café ( only open 4 hours lol).
The cabin is in mint shape. Super clean.
Great having a BBQ!
Walking distance to the amazing pub, Black Goose!
3-4 min drive to Parksville town centre.
Julie was very easy to communicate with.
Top notch!
5.0 / 5.0
This was an awesome stay and everything was clean and well taken care of. We really enjoyed resort with lots of fun things to do! It’s very centralized and well worth it!
5.0 / 5.0
Family Vacation
We had a lovely stay and the cottage had everything we needed. It was perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
Clean and great experience
We’ve stayed at this resort before so we knew what to expect. Lovely cottage, well stocked kitchen, and wonderful to have a deck to exercise and ensuite laundry with 2 bathrooms. Great to have a 3rd bed in the loft, just wished that it was a queen or king. The most comfortable bed was on the ground floor.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing and lovely
Easy to get to, communication with owner was excellent, well stocked - it was a lovely stay
5.0 / 5.0
Comfortable, cozy, with everything one needs!
Delighted to have met contact person upon arrival! I loved the cottage and setting! Perfect for my lengthy getaway!
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent stay
Enjoyed a week at this clean, spacious cottage close to the beach and great indoor pool/hottub. Couldn't ask for more!
5.0 / 5.0
Island getaway
Very nice holiday property, exactly as advertised. Main bedroom could use a mirror. An extra set of towels for those of us who don’t want to use the washing machine would be helpful for stays that are longer than three days.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome property exactly as listed
Well stocked kitchen, clean, comfortable beds, would love to stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent Property and Location
This property was exactly as listed and presented., having all the amenities needed to make cooking at home a breeze. Check in & Check out were simple, with the owner being accessible if needed. The home was a comfortable size for 4 adults and 2 children. even supplying board games and DvD's for the kids. The location itself is really wonderful, allowing us to have many lovely walks through Rathtrever Park and scouring the beach at low tide for sea shells. The heated pool and hot tub were a plus and were just steps from the house. All in all we had a fantastic vacation, would definitely recommend this rental to family and friends for future visits.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic! Starfish!
This is our second time staying at Starfish Cottage and can't wait to go back for another visit!
5.0 / 5.0
Great family stay
Property was clean and had everything we needed. Our toddler loved the indoor pool and proximity to the beach.
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay!
Perfect location, comfortable accommodations and Julie was very responsive.
We would stay again!
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome cottage!
We loved our week at the cottage! Very clean, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, etc!! Thank you so much!
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay
We had a great stay in Parksville. The cottage was great. Good amenities and close to the pool. We really enjoyed staying here.
5.0 / 5.0
Ideal location
Great property. Judy is attentive host. Everything from check in to check out went smoothly. Ideally located right next to Rathtrevor Park, the beach, biking trails, and downtown Parksville. Highly recommended.
5.0 / 5.0
A perfect place for a family gathering.
Julie is so welcoming and helpful. Star Cottage is clean, fully equipped, and spacious for a family of seven. The back deck is a nice addition for outdoor meals and BBQ. The location is conveniently close to Rathtrevor and Parksville Beaches, parks and other day-trip tourist destinations (e.g., Coombs, Qualicum Beach, Little Qualicum and Englishman Falls, Long Beach, etc.). We will be back hopefully soon. Thank you, Julie for renting your cozy cottage.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Parksville?
The average price for a rental in Parksville is $253 per night. This rental is $144 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Starfish Cottage - Oceanside Village Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Starfish Cottage - Oceanside Village Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Starfish Cottage - Oceanside Village Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Starfish Cottage - Oceanside Village Resort?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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