South Swell Tofino (formerly Blue Heron)Waterfront home amid old growth cedars
5.0
Outstanding(121 Reviews)House in Tofino
6 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
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
South Swell (formerly Blue Heron Guest House) is a 3 bedroom custom built home overlooking Jensen's Bay in Tofino. Exceptional wood detailing, skylights, vaulted ceilings, private hot tub and gas fireplace.
An inlet waterfront retreat situated on 1.5 acres overlooking Jensen's Bay. A 5 minute walk from South Chesterman Beach, Jensen's Bay is a significant flyway for migratory birds.
A seating area at water's edge is a great place enjoy a quiet cup of coffee in the early morning and a perfect vantage point for sighting eagles, herons and other bird species. Occasionally you may spot a bear foraging across the tidal flats.
Towering cedars complement the property. Other wood was milled and transformed into the home's posts and beams. Chesterman Beach is ideally located a 5 minute walk for surfing, beach combing, dog walks or an early evening stroll to take in the iconic West Coast sunsets.
Tofino is 5km away and accessed by road or a well maintained, paved multi-use pathway. The path connects Tofino and the town of Ucluelet and provides ready access to beaches and Pacific Rim National Park.
Just up the road (1184 Pacific Rim Hwy) is a collection of shops for groceries, yoga, surf rentals, great local food (Wildside Grill & Tacofino), coffee/espresso/baked goods (The Tofitian) and chocolate .....Tofino style. The town of Tofino is a short drive (5 km) so a car would be ideal. In summer, a free (and surfboard friendly!) shuttle service runs between Tofino and Cox Bay. You can hop on and off at several points along the route, including 2 stops close by.
This rental is perfect for a quiet retreat or family vacation - ideally suited for 4-6 guests.
Tofino Business License 20230275
An inlet waterfront retreat situated on 1.5 acres overlooking Jensen's Bay. A 5 minute walk from South Chesterman Beach, Jensen's Bay is a significant flyway for migratory birds.
A seating area at water's edge is a great place enjoy a quiet cup of coffee in the early morning and a perfect vantage point for sighting eagles, herons and other bird species. Occasionally you may spot a bear foraging across the tidal flats.
Towering cedars complement the property. Other wood was milled and transformed into the home's posts and beams. Chesterman Beach is ideally located a 5 minute walk for surfing, beach combing, dog walks or an early evening stroll to take in the iconic West Coast sunsets.
Tofino is 5km away and accessed by road or a well maintained, paved multi-use pathway. The path connects Tofino and the town of Ucluelet and provides ready access to beaches and Pacific Rim National Park.
Just up the road (1184 Pacific Rim Hwy) is a collection of shops for groceries, yoga, surf rentals, great local food (Wildside Grill & Tacofino), coffee/espresso/baked goods (The Tofitian) and chocolate .....Tofino style. The town of Tofino is a short drive (5 km) so a car would be ideal. In summer, a free (and surfboard friendly!) shuttle service runs between Tofino and Cox Bay. You can hop on and off at several points along the route, including 2 stops close by.
This rental is perfect for a quiet retreat or family vacation - ideally suited for 4-6 guests.
Tofino Business License 20230275
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Tofino
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(121 Reviews)5.0
Felt like we were staying in a grown up tree house. Surrounded by beautiful trees and greenery. Peaceful & quiet. Would love to stay again!
5.0
It was a great property and worked very well for 3 couples
Perhaps providing some dry wood for the fireplace would be good
Would love to come back again
Curious why the name change!
5.0
The house had all the amenities that we needed. It is in a quiet area surrounded by nature. Would come back.
5.0
Your beautiful home was one of the best equipped VRBO’s we have stayed in. Thank you Kelly and Bob
5.0
The house is amazing, comfy beds, great location and Kelly is super nice and helpful. Will definitely book again if I get a chance.
5.0
Our family had a fantastic stay. Beautiful, luxurious, well stocked with anything you may need in the kitchen or on the beach.
5.0
We had such a great stay here. The place itself is kept in such great condition and it's such a cozy home. Location is excellent as we like the quiet of Jensen's Bay. The hot tub area and sitting area by the water are also fantastic. Highly recommend this place and the owners are great and very quick to respond!
5.0
We had a lovely multigenerational holiday in this charming cottage. Kelly was very responsive and organised a crib and highchair and some children’s plates , cups etc.
we loved the proximity to the beach and great to have the hot tub when the weather was chilly. Lots of thoughtful touches such as extra towels for the beach and hot tub and blankets for use outside.
5.0
Our family had a wonderful stay. They have all the amenities you could ask for and the property was even better than advertised. The hosts are responsive and accommodating. The hot tub and seating areas were serene and we loved the location- just a short walk to Chesterman Beach. We were really hoping for a beautiful and relaxing getaway and that's exactly what we got. Thank you, we will definitely be back!
5.0
This space has everything you could need and more. The communal gathering spaces (deck, kitchen, living room) accommodated everyone and allowed us to prepare meals and enjoy them together all while maintaining conversation and being social. The greenery around the home offers ample seclusion, so much so we often found ourselves forgetting there's an attached home - great design that prioritizes privacy for both sides of the home. The hot tub was a real treat, and bear prints on the shoreline! 10/10 - will check this listing before others when we return.
5.0
My family and I had a very peaceful stay at the Blue Heron house this May long weekend. The house was very spacious, clean, and had all the amenities we needed. Our host Kelly responded quickly to messages and was very accommodating, she even let us know that the cleaning crew was finished early, so we could check in a little early. The hot tub was great, but I think the outdoor shower was one of favorite perks. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
5.0
This was our first time visiting Tofino and the Blue Heron was a great location to check out all the surrounding sites. Right across from Chesterman Beach, you can't really beat location, especially if your surfing. House was clean and well laid out. The inlet was very cool, my sons had fun playing in the mud or watching the tide come in. Hot tub was a bonus. Kitchen was a bit small for a family who likes to cook but we made due and it had everything we needed. Overall we would recommend
5.0
Very impressed with location being just 5 min away from South Chestermen beach. Property is clean, welcoming and a perfect spot to enjoy some r&r. I would recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy Tofino and the Pacific Rim National Park.
5.0
We throughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Heron. Kelly and Bob provided their Blue Heron guest house to us in a very clean and organized manner.
We hope to return to this beautiful, and relaxing home.
5.0
We only stayed for three nights, but wish it was more. Great location and very clean.
5.0
I can’t say enough good things about this property! We will definitely try and come back.
Was equipped with everything we needed. Very quiet, close to the beach, and a short drive to town.
The hot tub was a huge bonus - lots of hot tub towels supplied! Beds were comfy, and the neighbourhood was quiet and relaxing.
Communications with owners was excellent. Very much enjoyed out stay!
5.0
Kelly’s house was the perfect accommodation for our family trip to Tofino. The house is loaded with everything you need. I cooked the whole trip and the kitchen had everything I needed. We played a couple of the games which were so fun. Everything has been thought of, a wagon for the beach, tons of extra towels and blankets for beaching, hot tub, fires and even a special basket for dogs. The location is also perfect, just a short stroll to the beach. Cannot think of anything I would add to make our stay more comfortable as it had already been thought out for us. Thank you, Kelly!
5.0
It was well stocked with kitchen supplies so it was very easy to cook. Hot tub was a great asset.
5.0
This is the best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. The home was clean, welcoming, very attractive and organized. The kitchen is extremely well equipped- there’s a global knife set for example and lots of coffee making gear including an espresso machine. There were lots of spices, olive oil and coffee in the cupboard. The bedrooms are all large and lovely. This meant that none of our group drew the short straw on which bedroom they got for the stay. We didn’t use the hot tub but it’s situated beside the house tucked into the woods and along the salal path to the waterfront. At the waters edge there are chairs to sit on to enjoy the view. The house is truly a 5 minute walk to the south end of Chesterman Beach and a short drive to town. We weren’t there to surf but if you were there’s everything you need to shower outside and take care of your boards and suits. There’s also a wagon to use to pull your heavy gear to the beach. There are towels and beach blankets ready to use too. Check-in and check out was easy as well as communicating with the owner. We recommend this house for your stay in Tofino and next time will stay longer than 4 nights.
5.0
Our host Kelly was fantastic.. the house is lovely and comfortable with great amenities. The kitchen very well stocked for those who like to cook. Comfy bedrooms. Everything was great.
Christmas and New year with us and our 3 kids was just perfect.
A very short walk to Chesterman beach.. . And a very short car ride to town.
Highly recommend .
5.0
Really amazing place to stay, the host is super kind and easy to communicate with, not to mention the property is fantastic with a well equipped kitchen!
5.0
What an amazing place! Located such a short walk away from arguably the most beautiful beach in Tofino, this house is spectacular. It had everything our family needed to have a wonderful visit - a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, beautiful decor, and it was all sparkling clean. Our hosts were communicative and so friendly, and their recommendations were all top notch! I could not recommend this home more strongly - we will definitely be going back!
5.0
Great hosts. Loved the hot tub and fire pit!
5.0
Well appointed property in a great location. Everything available that you could want for a beach trip - and only a 5 min walk to the beach!
5.0
This place is a gem. Everything you could ask for. Beautiful, comfortable, stunning location. Lovely hosts. We had a wonderful multi generational family holiday. Hope to return
5.0
We loved our stay! The house was extremely clean, cozy, accommodating, and a great location. 100% recommend this home, and we would absolutely stay here again.
5.0
Just go. You won’t find a better host. The guest
book has tons of well researched ideas on restaurants, things to do, local adventures. You can walk to the beach, and ride to the bike trail - you can ride downtown, to trailheads, and even to Ucluelet. The house is so welcoming, every detail thought out, well appointed furnishings and a superior kitchen. We are 3 couples in our 60’s and the house more then met our needs.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay. Would definitely recommend this place!
5.0
Highly recommend this property—great location, comfortable, really well appointed kitchen, great hot tub. Minor issue at first was immediately resolved by host. Three queen beds are great for three couples—so if your party has two singles, someone will sleep on pull out sofa in living room.
5.0
I was fortunate to stay at the Blue heron house with my mom, brother and sister-in-law. We were in the Tofino area to celebrate our mom’s 80th birthday. We were very happy with the location of the house. It’s in a great area, so close to everything, not to mention a hop, skip and a jump to Chesterman beach. We loved our stay at Blue Heron house. It has everything you’ll possibly need. The kitchen is extremely well stocked. Separate towels for the beach and hot-tub and Kelly has provided a lovely, spacious wagon to bring all your stuff to the beach. Theres also blankets you can bring to the beach or use at the fire pit. There is nothing lacking for your stay at this place. The beds are super comfortable and it’s so quiet at night! I highly recommend staying here.
5.0
We had a great time staying at Blue Heron
The property worked perfectly for us..there was plenty of room for both couples and we appreciated all the thoughtful amenities..from the many kitchen tools..to the numerous beach towels & mats..all ready for us..to the comfy living area..the hot tub :-) It was so w quiet staying in the trees ..We loved pulling that little wagon to Chesterman Beach..such an amazing spot! So thanks for a great stay & being such great hosts! We hope to back again next year !
5.0
Great place. Awesome location and this listing is as advertised. Well stocked and clean and comfortable. Nice extra touches like blankets, towels and pull cart. Highly recommended.
5.0
Myself and two other couples stayed here while in Tofino for a friends wedding. The place was in a super nice location, it was very peaceful and there was everything we needed at the place plus more. The hosts have thought of everything. I hope to stay here again!
5.0
Quiet location. Really lovely home which is well equipped. Easy bike ride into Tofino. Minutes walk across to the beach. Slept really well of lovely comfortable bed. Highly recommend.
5.0
Very flexible owners who would go the extra mile to make your stay more enjoyable!
Prior to to stay, Kelly was very quick to respond and answered each of my questions in great detail. She went as far as listing all the available spices in the kitchen which was a long list along with all the surf rental shops!!!
We had a couple of minor issues come up during the stay, but the owners were very quick to respond to resolve the matter every time.
We had 2 groups in 2 separate houses. Kelly kindly allowed us to gather here for meals as the other property declined our request to do this. This made our life a lot easier.
For the property itself, it is great in a great location and only 5 min walk to south Chesterman beach.
Kitchen was very nicely stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Coffee and tea were provided which was a huge bonus. Bathrooms were nicely stocked with towels, soap, and shampoo.
I got a chance to meet Kelly during check out and she was just as nice in person. We left a couple items behind and she messaged and offered to bring them to the lower mainland for us on her next trip! Very happy with the stay.
5.0
We stayed 4 night to explore Vancouver Island. Wonderful house, well stocked kitchen, everything clean and in good condition, quiet, beautiful hot tub. Views to a tidal bay. 5 min walk to lovely beach. We enjoyed kayaking and hiking and restaurants in Tofino while we were here.
5.0
The property is lovely -- exactly as described and in such a gorgeous and convenient spot. The whole outside area is fantastic, with a deck, a fire pit and hot tub, and a super relaxing seating area to watch the tide flow in and out. It's a short walk from the beach and right off the bike path into Tofino. The rooms are comfy and clean. Overall very enjoyable and we were so sad to leave!
5.0
Lovely location, a short walk from the beach and a well appointed home that was clean and as advertised. Host was responsive and met us for check in. A wonderful experience.
5.0
The Blue Heron Guest House had everything we needed for a wonderful 5-day stay with friend and family. So close to Chesterman Beach, it was an easy walk for my old golden retriever. The birds were serenading us the whole time. Kelly was super helpful and everything was so clean. Would love to come back another time!
5.0
We had a phenomenal time staying at the Blue Heron Guest House. It was equipped with all of the comforts of home, was clean, and had an easy check-in process. While this wasn't my first time visiting Tofino, staying at the Blue Heron made this visit certainly one of my top 3 visits. The hot tub, fire pit, view of the estuary, and 5 min walk to Chesterman beach made ALL the difference in our expectations of how we'll visit Tofino next time. We hope to stay here again and look forward to it! Thanks for having us Kelly!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Tofino?
The average price for a rental in Tofino is $360 per night. This rental is $149 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at South Swell Tofino (formerly Blue Heron)Waterfront home amid old growth cedars. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is South Swell Tofino (formerly Blue Heron)Waterfront home amid old growth cedars pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at South Swell Tofino (formerly Blue Heron)Waterfront home amid old growth cedars?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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