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Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace

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Marina
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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace

Voted BC's Best Lake in 2023!

Nestled within a mature forest and mere miles away from the mesmerizing west coast and Longbeach, our retreat promises an unforgettable escape from the daily grind. Strategically situated between Port Alberni and Tofino, this location offers the best of both worlds - convenience and seclusion.

**Suite Highlights:**

- Spacious layout with natural light and unobstructed lake, forest, and valley views.
- Access to world-class boating and paddling adventures from your doorstep.
- Large, spacious dock with steps into the refreshing water and boat tie-up.
- Lake-cabin style kitchen stocked with essentials for culinary exploration.
- Lake-facing deck boasting a BBQ and beachside propane fire pit, perfect for outdoor gatherings.
- Year-round comfort with a woodstove for cozy winters and cool tile floors for refreshing summers.
- Living room equipped with a 50" television and a variety of popular streaming platforms.
- Exceptionally quiet surroundings, designed for a peaceful night's sleep.

**Your Experience:**

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, where the gentle lap of the lake and the rustle of leaves create a symphony of tranquility. From adventurous water exploits to lazy afternoons on the dock, each moment here is designed to provide unparalleled relaxation.

**Book Now:**

Escape to the serenity you deserve. Whether it's a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or a solo retreat, our lakefront haven is ready to welcome you. Secure your stay now and unlock the door to a world of rejuvenation and wonder.

Property manager

Chris Nicolson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Note from host: Owners have animals (cats and dog)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Port Alberni, BC

What's nearby

  • Sproat Lake - 8 min walk
  • Sproat Lake Petroglyphs - 13 min drive
  • Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink - 21 min drive
  • Cathedral Grove - 26 min drive
  • Stamp River Provincial Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪V I Fries - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Alberni Valley Regional Airport - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hogs Gone Wild Barbecue Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Specialty Catering - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rim Rock Casino - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sproat Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Sproat Lake Petroglyphs and Stirling Off-leash Dog Park. Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture and Raptors Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Barefeet Retreat: Your Escape to Nature's Embrace Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last days of summer 24
So relaxing, Chris is like an old friend ... can't wait to get back there ...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice relaxing get away on SPROAT Lake.
Very clean, nice lake dock, kayaks available
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Paradise
This venue provided me with a much needed retreat. Chris is the most accommodating host and a great person to interact with. My dog fell in love with his two pets, Yoda and Ozzy. Be prepared that there is limited cell service, but it was welcomed by me. WIFI was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend
The property was awesome. My wife and i had a great time unwinding. The kitchen and living room was comfortable and spacious. The bedroom was quiet and comfy aswell. The beat part was sirting o the dock watching the sunsets. Chris was a great host and answered all our questions.thansk again Chris.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
Everything went so smoothly. Chris and family were very welcoming. The property was spacious and very clean and well equipped. We hope to return and stay longer. Having kayaks for us to take out was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location
Perfect location and access to beautiful Sprout lake with the dock, kayaks and ample relaxing and swimming areas.Accomodation is spacious and Chris is so welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Lake Retreat
Sproat Lake is the perfect location just outside of Port Alberni and within driving distance of anywhere you want to visit in the area (Uclulet/Torino). Trails to explore right by Chris’ place, Sproat Lake at your doorstep and Chris has everything you need to enjoy the water! Comfy and well appointed place to stay! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quaint little getaway!
Great location! Beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakeside Retreat
Enjoyed this clean, well laid out suite with lots of amenities and everything you need to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing stay. There is a nice patio area with BBQ and outdoor dining. The dock was great with room for our boat and for swimming and relaxing. The hosts were wonderful and our dog enjoyed her stay as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mike Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sproat Lake
View from livingroom is breathtaking. Owner very thoughtful with amenities. Place is clean, nicely decorated and well stocked. Beautiful dock with sun and shade, canoe, kayak and standup paddleboard. Water is crystal clear and great for swimming. Owner Chris very personable and thoughtful - a perfect host. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake front stay
We really enjoyed our stay here. The suite had an absolutely stunning lakefront view! The suite was clean and well-equipped. We had everything we needed. The hosts even supplied everything our dog could want, including dog bowls, dog treats, a ball and poop bags. So nice that it was so dog friendly! The hosts were friendly and accommodating and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. We enjoyed swimming in the lake and the hosts kindly made their watersports equipment and toys available to us. Our 3-year-old had a great time! The only thing to note is that the suite is very much part of the family house. It is the downstairs suite under the main house, and the patio is right below the family's main patio. We did not mind (aside from occasionally smelling smoke from one of the visiting family members) but for those looking for privacy or to be well away from the hosts, this may not work for them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view in a neat and tidy and cozy suite
The hosts were lovely to deal with and quick to respond to any questions we had prior to our stay. I appreciated just how clean the suite was, and the little touches throughout, like extra toiletries in the bathroom, and dog treats and such for our girl, Emma. Our host, Chris was on site, and he was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. We will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
It was a very nice place. Nice set up, very clean, beautiful views and awesome lake. The hosts were great and made us have a great experience. I highly recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022