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We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's

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Welcome to the Big Red House in Torbay Newfoundland & Labrador
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Torbay, NL
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Port of St. John's
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • George Street
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest room #1

2 Single Beds

Guest room #2

1 Double Bed

Guest room #3

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

In Room Soaker Tub

Bathtub

Master ensuite bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs second bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's

Canadians stay HOME for your vacations. Explore the East Coast of beautiful Canada. Those from around the world…. bienvenue…we welcome you! The Big Red House is perfect for everything from a romantic weekend get-away, or an extended family visit to a long term stay over several weeks. We will do our best to accommodate your travel needs.

This modern rendering of a traditional Newfoundland Salt Box House sits on over an acre of property with amazing ocean views!

You can hike the East Coast trail out the front door and watch whales, icebergs and migratory seabirds (in season) from almost every window. Enjoy the private yard with spacious deck & hammock, or relax in the open concept living area with 11' ceilings and exposed fir beams.

The house is located in historic Torbay, with easy access to downtown St. John's and the airport and only minutes to popular Middle Cove Beach where you can watch the capelin roll and enjoy an evening campfire.

This one of a kind property is the perfect location to experience the rich culture of Newfoundland and for the outdoor enthusiast to discover the Avalon Peninsula's many offerings. For those wanting to continue exploring Newfoundland, this house is about a 2.5 hour drive to Terra Nova National Park and a little over 3 hours to Gander.

The house has 4 bedrooms. The master has a king bed and ensuite, second and third bedrooms have double beds, fourth bedroom has single beds.

Longer term rentals are available during off-peak times.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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
Property Registration Number 5902

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Torbay

Located in Torbay, this holiday home is by the ocean. Commissariat House and St. John's Government House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include George Street and Suncor Energy Fluvarium. Travelling with kids? Consider Johnson Geo Centre, or check out an event or a game at The Glacier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Torbay, NL

What's nearby

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Port of St. John's - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
  • The Rooms - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • George Street - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site - 19 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Post Taphouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is We are Canadian! Modern Salt Box with Amazing Ocean Views 10mins from St. John's located?

This family-friendly Torbay holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Middle Cove, Watts Pond and Withrod Pond. Whiteway Pond and Great Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All we can say is WOW!! This house met all our needs during our stay! Clean, big and had all the amenities we needed plus more! And then there is the view from the master bedroom - nothing can beat it. Location was perfect to get away from the hustle and bustle of St Johns. I would recommend this house to anyone looking for a rental.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

terry h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We came back!

This was our second stay at the Big Red House - it’s home when we visit Newfoundland. Brie is so accommodating, and it was a great spot to bring my three adult daughters. Thank you, thank you !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can not say enough good things about this house. Truly a special place. Kitchen is fully equipped for passionate cooks. The views are unbeatable. Watching the dog roll in over the water from so high up was so special. This was a friend trip for us but we kept commenting that we’d love to have our kids there. Will definitely stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Location, view, fantastic fireplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BRH

Absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney T., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views, great house

Wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Red House

We really enjoyed our stay ar the Big Red House. It was a great location, private and yet close to everything we wanted to see on our vacation. It is a large house, which was great for our large family to spread out, and relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot!

The location of this property is amazing! It is perfectly located to overlook the water and feel surrounded by forest and nature while being close to everything. My family had a great stay while exploring and visiting family in town. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in August

Great house for large family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Big Red House is beautiful and was perfect for our family including 3 couples and a 7 month old. Parking for 3 vehicles was convenient. We did a lot of evening cooking and the kitchen is well appointed and large enough to easily accommodate two chefs! Laundry facilities are great. Separate seating areas flanking the kitchen and dining room meant no overcrowding and lots of space to play with the baby - a great selection of children's books and toys is available.The location is fabulous as we headed out daily for sightseeing and hiking. The owner provided helpful info on groceries and restaurants and was super responsive to our queries. She even went out of her way to obtain a feeding chair for the baby. All in all a first class operation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very special

The red house is in a great location. Access to an amazing hiking trail and it has an awesome view of the ocean. Kitchen is easy to work in and there's lots of space! Would definitely recommend for a vacation stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The big red house

The house was great, especially for the girls. They loved the play area, as well as the tunnels between the bunkbeds upstairs. I know there were a couple of questions when we had arrived, and the host was very responsive. We very much enjoyed the house and would like to stay there again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter & Winnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

oceanside beauty

beautiful location overlooking the ocean & very private. Every need is meet & beyond from books to a guitar. an ideal location for a large family or work group.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, clean, gorgeous location and well appointed.

The BRH was perfect for our needs. Spacious, clean, perfect location and grounds, everything we needed and then some. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay in such a special spot!

My family stayed here for nearly two weeks. 2 adults and 5 kids ranging from 4-15. Everyone loved this house. It had everything we needed to feel right at home and is in the most beautiful location! Close to all the things you’d want - downtown St. John’s, hikes, and other day trips. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space for larger group

The big red house was perfect for our group of 5 whose ages ranged from 15-85. Lots of space and the openness was perfect for meal times and hanging out. Thank you so much !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Red House was AMAZING

The Big Red House vacation was one of the best vacations we have ever had. Its close proximity to the city and the East Coast Trail was a huge bonus. The BRH was everything it is advertised as and more. I would highly recommend this property and we plan on coming back next year!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Red DREAM House!

We had such a wonderful stay!! Plenty of space to relax and play. Great facilities and well stocked with day-to-day needs. We had everything we needed -- turnkey ready. Location is fantastic -- oh, the views! Great privacy and so close to so many amenities. A superb 'base-camp' for local and farther afield excursions. Only about 15min. drive to downtown St. John's! We highly recommend the Big Red House nestled in historic and scenic Torbay!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

terry h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything You Could Want

What a great house and tremdous host. I went there with family as my Grandparents had grown up in the area. Brie wrote us ahead of time with suggested restaurants and the house was spotless and perfect ...what a super home and we were priviledged to be their guests. My family had an awesome experience and Brie and the Big Red House made it even better. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Red House a winner

We travelled to St. John’s for the first time and needed a large enough place to accommodate 8 adults. This place delivered! It is beautiful and spacious and has everything you would ever need. The location in Torbay did not prove to be a challenge to get into St. John’s for most of our activities and in fact showed us another beautiful part of Newfoundland. It is the perfect retreat after a full day of sightseeing and I highly recommend a rest in the hammock!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home-away-from home for family visiting Newfoundland

This was the perfect spot for a group with kids: spacious, tons of windows, large property with tons of space for kiddos to play. Surrounded by trees and lulled to sleep by the sounds of the ocean - you could easily forget you're only 15 minutes from everything (downtown, Signal Hill, the Rooms, Bannerman Park, Avalon Mall, etc.) and minutes to beautiful Middle Cove Beach. Also: great accoustics for music/sing-a-longs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K., Humboldt SK Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing gem of a home!

This was a fabulous home to rent. Can't give enough compliments! Extremely clean, very spacious, bright with so many windows, amazing view, kitchen was delightful with every available option for cooking, the deck and ground were wonderful and well kept. There were * books *games* barbeque*basketball* the list goes on! This home made our vacation such a pleasure! Also. wonderful friendly hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Brenna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and serene

The house had ample space for all 8 of our extended family. Communication with the host was fantastic. The double beds in 2 rooms are against the wall on one side due to built-in storage, and would best be used by one person. 3 of the twin beds are loft beds which are very high and great for young kids or teens. It was very hot up there, put the fan on and close the blinds early.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A+++ for Big Red House

Wow! What an incredible stay at the Red Big House! From the moment we walked through the door, we felt right at home. The space was beautifully designed, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The attention to detail was exceptional, from the welcome package to the amenities provided. The host was amazing, always available and willing to assist with anything we needed. The location was perfect, too, with stunning views and easy access to nearby attractions. Thank you for making our stay memorable and unforgettable. We will definitely be recommending the Big Red House to all of our friends and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brie Tupper

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We have lived all across Canada and the United States and fell in love with Newfoundland's rugged beauty and wonderful people. We hope you enjoy our home and this amazing province as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

It is completely unique.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful architecture and stunning ocean views.

Languages:

English, French

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