We stayed at the Head Lightkeepers House for a couple of nights in May. The house itself was so full of character! There's a picture in the kitchen of who I assume are past residents of the house. You can actually feel the presence of past residents. The house was very clean, the light was on and it felt like home. We were fortunate enough to have the fog for most of our visit, so we got to experience the fog horn! It didn't keep any of us awake but it certainly added to the ambiance. The owners were very pleasant and answered any questions that we had. We lost one night's stay due to flight issues and they were nice enough to offer us an additional night. Unfortunately, we had other plans and tours, so our 3 night stay was reduced to two. Hopefully, the airline will reimburse our lost night! I would definitely stay again and recommend this location to anyone thinking of visiting St. John's!

Vacation house of your dream, A plus scenery, very clean and nothing you can complain about.

Bedding was super warm and we had a storm blow through. We felt warm and safe.

Beautiful views. House is old but well kept and comfortable.

Friendly people, fantastic hiking spots. Would highly recommend.

The home was very lovely however it was foggy every night and the fog horn blew every 20 seconds all night long from the adjacent lighthouse. The owner was very nice and the home was comfortable and had beautiful views when the fog lifted.

Our group of 6—3 couples—enjoyed the magical charm of this property for 3 nights in mid-August, 2023. The views were stunning, and the location was breathtaking. Saw boats and ships entering and leaving the harbor. One day/night brought some fog, so the foghorn sounded about every minute, or so. Made aware of this by the owners prior to our arrival, we brought ear plugs, but the foghorn is not the iconic long, low bass belch, but a pleasant higher pitched tone. Not only did it not bother us, it actually was a rather welcome addition to the milieu. One member of our group was a symphony chorale director (all of us sing in our community’s symphony chorale) and he took out his pitch pipe to determine that the foghorn was an Eb tone. 😀 All in all, a splendid stay at a truly one-of-kind property.

Excellent accommodation, great vistas, bring your earplugs or headphones for the fog horn!

When planning our trip to Newfoundland, I was looking for unique places to stay and the Lighthouse Keeper certainly fits the bill. The view of the Cabot Tower to watching ships coming and going from the harbour was wonderful. We spent a number of hours sitting on the front deck enjoying this view. We even got to see the sun rise one morning. The house is tastefully decorated with a large kitchen. The beds are super comfortable, bedding was 5star hotel quality and the bathrooms large. We even had an opportunity to talk with children of the last lighthouse keeper one evening as they still come up to the lighthouse for visits. The foghorn was operating during our last full day there and it is not as loud as one would think. All seven of us slept through the night with no problem when it was operating. We were on motorcycle so in the evening we used taxi to get around. The local taxis are more than happy to come right up to the lighthouse to pick up or drop off. Why anyone would want to stay at a cookie cutter hotel when there is a great property like this to be enjoyed.

We were thrilled with our stay! A location to be admired and sought after. Perfect for a family stay.

There are not many opportunities to stay in a former lighthouse keeper's house, so we enjoyed this opportunity to have a beautiful vantage point on the harbor and ship traffic, the fort opposite and the ocean. Nice kitchen.

It was so much fun to stay in this house! We loved the location on this historic site. Stunning views of the harbour and Signal Hill. We watched many whales off the coast in the morning. The house itself was clean and very comfortable and we enjoyed all the local artwork on the walls. Definitely recommend!

This trip was first planned for 2020, but Covid caused us to postpone til 2023. Lighthouse Keepers property was definitely worth the wait. St Johns unpredictable weather and the eerie sound of the foghorn provided a perfect backdrop for a Newfoundland experience. Part of the East Coast trail passes right by the front door, so we met folks from other parts of the world. Very unique spot- perfect for our group of adults!

Such a quaint cottage, absolutely perfect for our stay. The views are breathtaking and always something to see. Boats, icebergs, whales, the sea. The cottage is perfectly appointed and love all the photos and paintings. Thank you for this opportunity today see St. John’s from your spot.

We loved this unique location - The house was well-equipped and close to the downtown. The East Coast Trail goes right by the property. The fog horn goes off frequently due to the weather, so light sleepers beware.

Excellent location.

A great experience

Incredible spot! Beautiful house! Loved it!

Unique property 5 minutes outside of downtown St Johns . Roomy 3 bedroom with 3 full bathrooms . Spacious fully equipped kitchen and a BBQ and nice sized deck. Million dollar view of St John's and the mouth of the Harbour. 'AAAAAplus

A unique get-away viewing the narrows and the harbour in St. John's. Each bedroom had access to its own bathroom. It was interesting to watch the boats exit and enter the narrows and we enjoyed taking pics of the other side of the harbour

Amazing location and views, better than the pictures! Very accommodating hosts; they got us everything we needed for a baby and toddler. Only noteworthy thing is if you travel with littles, the tap water is not safe for drinking. They have a huge cooler with cold and hot water, but if you are dealing with bottles, something to note. Would stay again!

Perfect spot to experience hurricane Earl. You will not be disappointed with this listing. It is as listed. Thank you.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about this property. Two of our group said they wouldn’t leave :). The house is warm, inviting, well-equipped and comfortable. It is rare to find a rental where absolutely nothing else is needed. It is a beautiful home. The view and location are outstanding. We were there for a reunion of long time friends and it was perfect.

What a location--this house is charming, immaculate and perfect for forays into the Avalon peninsula and St. John's. Great hiking nearby, peaceful and quiet. Just perfect.

This property was perfect for our family of three adult couples. The location is stunning. Highly recommend it

This property definitely satisfies “location, location, location.” The view captures the best of the shores of NL, the downtown lights of St John’s, and is right next to the best of hiking trails and sightseeing. We ate our body’s weight in wild blueberries and enjoyed the comfort of a spacious and clean VRBO with the BEST views. Ordering food was doable with a little extra effort- but note that a rental vehicle or many cab rides will be necessary from this location. Our hosts left everything we could need and left clear instructions along the way. Hope to visit again soon!

Sitting on the porch, reading a book, looking out over the Atlantic... Very relaxing!

This place is LOVELY, well stocked with the conveniences of a home and completely unique with an adorable lighthouse as your next door neighbour. The view is stunning, the hosts are wonderful, and you’re so close to the downtown it’s incredibly easy to get around. Awesome spot.

This rental is an absolute must if you are visiting St. John's! The location, the lighthouse, even the Fog Horn are all amazing! The home and the attention to detail are outstanding. Thank you to our hosts Peter and Nichole for a fabulous start to our wonderful vacation in Newfoundland!

What a treat to have the light keepers house right next to the active lighthouse. The house is updated and in great shape, was beautifully clean with fresh flowers on the table and our own parking space. It had everything we needed and the owners were very responsive to our question. Well worth the money for sunrise behind the lighthouse. Downtown St. John’s just a few minutes drive away. We would absolutely stay here again!

This place is such a great escape from civilization. The place, views, and all far exceeded our expectations. The host could not be nicer. The amenities and well equipped kitchen do not disappoint. We want to return and escape.

Truly an experience more than just a stay. We could not have loved it more. What a way to feel the ocean and enjoy our Newfoundland vacation. Perfection!