This place is amazing - we will be coming back!

With so many scammers out there, I find it hard to trust by photo alone. The pictures and write up looked great, the reviews were awesome, but still I wasn't 100% sure. I was so pleased to discover that this rental was exactly as advertised! The rental space was beautiful and comfortable, perfect for the 6 of us. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The view and the beach were everything we had hoped it would be. Located near downtown Tofino, although you would never know it, it was convenient to shopping and dining. We ate great food, had campfires, played at the beach with the kids, and slept like babies at the end of the day. I would rent this beautiful accommodation again in a heartbeat!

Our group of 5 women over 50 thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our stay at Tonquin Beach. The pocket beach in front of the house was a great place to explore tidal pools and watch for whales. We explored the town and beaches of Tofino and down to Ucluelet during the day and played cards by the fire at the house in the evenings. The house was spacious and the beds were 5 star. The house was clean and homey with a spectacular ocean view. Cathy was a great host and gave us fantastic advice on hiking trails, beaches, cafes, and restaurants. We enjoyed our 5 day stay at Tonquin Beach and recommend it with top reviews. Thank you, Cathy!

My family and I stayed at Cathy's property during the Family Day long weekend - I will tell you this property does not disappoint! The accommodations were perfect with ocean views from every room. The family room/kitchen/dining area is huge and sooooo cozy with the wood burning fireplace. The walk to the semi-private beach is just steps from the door (maybe 30) - beautiful sand and gorgeous views! The host was so responsive and helpful. One of our most memorable and fantastic vacations ever! Thank you Cathy!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Tonquin Beach! The suite is just off the beach and was super comfortable for our family of five (3 teens included). We had beautiful weather (October!) and spent many moments day:night on the beach just a few steps out our door. We saw sea otters, seals, porpoise and a myriad of birds. We explored Pacific Rim National Park - meandering several beautiful beaches and a few rainforest trails as well. The home itself is very inviting and comfortable; our host was kind and attentive and informative. We would love to return and highly recommend a stay here!

You can hear the ocean from the parking lot! Huge beautiful windows, your own private access to beach and firepit, wood burning fireplace, well stocked kitchen with thoughtful touches such as an open pantry, extremely comfortable beds, perfect layout, deck access from each bedroom, walking distance to Tofino, steps from Tonquin Beach trail...it was the perfect getaway for 4 adults. Peaceful. Exactly what we needed. Cathy is a delightful exemplary host providing excellent recommendations such as the Drift Cafe & our favorite: the Savary Pie Company, which you must try. The house has tasteful cottage features and decor. Cathy provides incredible value beyond expectation. And the sunsets were stunning. What a beautiful property. We can't wait to return soon!

Cathy is the ultimate host. Friendly, generous and informative. Recommendations were great, especially the Sushi House - definitely try the Smiling Buddha. The place is a real gem! Outstanding hiking right out the Door. Nothing could be BETTER❣️

We had such a great stay! The house is right near town, footsteps to a little beach, near tons of hiking, gorgeous grounds, and beautiful sunsets. The owners live upstairs so you will hear them above you a bit and see them around the yard. Cathy and her husband are super kind, friendly and helpful. We would love to come back again soon

I had an absolutely fantastic experience staying at "On The Beach" in Tofino, B.C. The location was simply outstanding, and I was thrilled to discover that the best tide pools in the entire area were right outside the door during low tide. It was a truly unique feature to have each of the three bedrooms offering lovely views. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed to prepare our meals, which made our stay even more convenient. Being within walking distance from town was another major plus point. Cathy, our host, was delightful and provided us with excellent recommendations. We were also grateful for her generosity in sharing her parks pass. Considering the current drought, I realized it would have been helpful to bring along paper plates/bowls and baby wipes to reduce water usage. However, we managed to make conscious efforts to conserve water during our stay. We practiced the "if it's brown flush it down, if it's yellow let it mellow" philosophy and utilized the electric tea kettle to warm water for dishwashing in a basin. Additionally, we used a splash of bleach in the hot rinse water and reused it for pre-rinsing the next set of dirty dishes. Overall, I highly recommend "On The Beach" for a memorable and enjoyable vacation. It offers an unbeatable location, comfortable accommodations, and a thoughtful host who goes the extra mile to ensure a great stay.

We had a wonderful time. The private beach was perfect. Close to everything. Cathy was very helpful.

I can't say enough about the location of this property. We ended up spending most of our time relaxing and enjoying the beautiful beach practically at our doorstep. The home is spacious and lovely, great beds and lots of light. This was our second stay here and we can't wait to return.

Our stay at On the Beach couldn't have been better for our family of four (two teens). The place was exactly as presented in the photos; clean, bright and airy with a beautiful view. The pocket beach was perfect for early morning coffee and gorgeous sunsets. We loved the walk to Tonquin beach and the proximity for walking into town. It was a little piece of paradise to return to at the end of a day of surfing. Kathy is a one of a kind host; she makes you feel like you are part of the family!

We had a wonderful, long Easter weekend at this beautiful VRBO. My husband and I travelled from the US, and my son, his wife and their two children from Canada. It was a perfect VRBO for us 4 adults and 2 children, ages 9 and 11. Their were board games to play when it was raining, and a cozy fire was made for nighttime enjoyment. This VRBO is within walking distance of trails, beaches, and the town of Tofino. Perfect in all ways. Thank you.

Awesome!

Could not have asked for a better place to enjoy the splendour of the West Coast with our teens! Home was perfect for our needs and we enjoyed crackling fires in the fireplace every night to add to the already cozy spot! Great supply of board games for the evenings. Well supplied kitchen. Wonderful vacation for our family and hope to come back someday! Dawna, the caretaker, was awesome and there if we needed her (we didn’t!). Pictures and description on listing are totally accurate and in fact don’t do it justice! Thanks, Cathy, for sharing your wonderful home with us!

Can’t say enough about this wonderful place! This was our third stay at On the Beach. Perfect location - Tonquin Beach and walk to town. And everything you can possibly need for your stay - so well equipped. Wonderful hosts! And comfy beds! Thanks again Cathy - looking forward to our next stay!

We had a wonderful stay during the holiday break. The hosts were most helpful. The accommodation was spacious and well equipped. The main room and all three bedrooms had lovely water views. We look forward to coming back!

We had a great stay at Tonquin Beach. The property is situated right on the ocean, with views to two beaches. Our group found the property ideal for our November stay; very comfortable and well equipped. We’d definitely visit again.

We had a good time

Very comfortable three bedroom property with a nice big eating and living area, walks to a private beach to watch the sun set, and right at the start of the Tonquin Trail. Also walking distance to the town of Tofino. Wonderful hosts. We will be back.

This property is everything it's described to be. It goes without saying that the location is perfect (but I'll say it anyway). The house is extensively furnished with everything you need. Cathy is an attentive--but not intrusive--host who promptly responds to any questions you may have.

We love this property so much! The pictures don't do it justice. This is an absolute gem and Kathy and Steve are wonderful hosts.

We spent a relaxing perfect 2 weeks at “On the Beach”The setting is beautiful as well as very convenient to town and beaches, both within reasonable walking distance. We found the home very comfortable with a layout that makes it easy to share the space. The beds are quite comfortable and we were lulled to sleep by ocean sounds. The only caution I would note is that there is a long wooden stairway (about 15 steps?) from the parking area down to the entry of the suite as well as 3 steps up to the bedroom/bath wing. It would not be suitable for those with mobility issues. We personally found it to be great exercise. We stayed previously in several rentals and lodges in Tofino, this will be our first choice in the future.

Wonderful location! Gorgeous sunsets. Quiet and peaceful, with access to multiple beaches and Tonquin trails, yet also very close to town for a meal. Our hosts were wonderful and helpful! Our family of five (3 boys under 11) and my mom really enjoyed our stay.

This is our seventh time visiting Tofino and we had a great experience at this property. Our host, Cathy, was gracious and very helpful and the accommodations were just what we needed for a great visit. The beach was secluded and we enjoyed beautiful views looking out at the sound. Very quiet and restful. Thanks Cathy!

One of our all time favorite rental properties! The house itself and the setting are both absolutely perfect. Cathy is a lovely and hospitable host. We hope to be back!!!

An absolute treasure of a property! Highly recommend!

The location "on the beach" was perfect for our family. The seaview, just a few footsteps to the private beach and the sound of the waves are unique. The suite was well equiped and offered enough space for our family of 5, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The distance to the city (restaurants, supermarket, etc.) is easy to walk. We hope, coming back again one day.

Our stay at On the Beach was wonderful! Cathy was gracious and welcoming, and responsive to all our questions. The suite is very comfortable with great access to everything that Tofino has to offer.

The suite is lovely - large windows with ocean views from all the bedrooms and from the beautiful, open concept great room and kitchen. We had some rainy weather and spent several evenings relaxing by the wood burning fireplace. When the weather was nice, we could sit outside and listen to the ocean. The kitchen was well equipped for our purposes and the convenient laundry room allowed us to pack fewer clothes. We didn't take advantage of the TV, games and books but there was plenty of entertainment available. The Wifi worked well. Cell signal was spotty so we either turned on our phones' "Wifi Calling" option or walked up the driveway where the signal got stronger. The location is perfect - only 1 km from downtown Tofino on a very quiet, private property surrounded by trees and gardens. From our front door, it was a a few steps to a small beach - a walk we did several times a day because the tides, waves and sky always looked different. From there, we could scramble over rocks to Tonquin Beach or get there via the Tonquin Trail that starts across the road. On our first morning, we hiked 8 km from the door. During the week, we explored a lot of shoreline in Tofino, Pacific Rim National Park and Ucluelet, but the most interesting tidal pools we found were in the Tonquin area. The hosts, Cathy and Steven, were very hospitable. Cathy gave us great advice about activities and restaurants. We had lots of privacy but we could text Cathy if we had questions or needed anything. We were especially grateful on our first night when we arrived at 6:30 pm in pouring rain after a long day of travel across the country. We were exhausted but planned to drag ourselves into town to find something to eat. It was a wonderful surprise to discover that Cathy had left delicious wild salmon chowder and corn bread for us. We had a great vacation in Tofino and our accommodation was really special!

The suite is lovely - large windows with ocean views from all the bedrooms and from the beautiful, open concept great room and kitchen. We had some rainy weather and spent several evenings relaxing by the wood burning fireplace. When the weather was nice, we could sit outside and listen to the ocean. The kitchen was well equipped for our purposes and the convenient laundry room allowed us to pack fewer clothes. We didn't take advantage of the TV, games and books but there was plenty of entertainment available. The Wifi worked well. Cell signal was spotty so we either turned on our phones' "Wifi Calling" option or walked up the driveway where the signal got stronger. The location is perfect - only 1 km from downtown Tofino on a very quiet, private property surrounded by trees and gardens. From our front door, it was a a few steps to a small beach - a walk we did several times a day because the tides, waves and sky always looked different. From there, we could scramble over rocks to Tonquin Beach or get there via the Tonquin Trail that starts across the road. On our first morning, we hiked 8 km from the door. During the week, we explored a lot of shoreline in Tofino, Pacific Rim National Park and Ucluelet, but the most interesting tidal pools we found were in the Tonquin area. The hosts, Cathy and Steven, were very hospitable. Cathy gave us great advice about activities and restaurants. We had lots of privacy but we could text Cathy if we had questions or needed anything. We were especially grateful on our first night when we arrived at 6:30 pm in pouring rain after a long day of travel across the country. We were exhausted but planned to drag ourselves into town to find something to eat. It was a wonderful surprise to discover that Cathy had left delicious wild salmon chowder and corn bread for us. We had a great vacation in Tofino and our accommodation was really special!

The property is even more beautiful than advertised. Cathy and Steven are very welcoming and had lots of great advice for local spots!