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Slow down and reconnect with nature

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Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Living area
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Slow down and reconnect with nature

🌲 Cozy, Pet-Friendly Modern home

Welcome to our warm and welcoming, newly built (2022) home — a peaceful home tucked away in a quiet rural setting, surrounded by nature. With 10-foot ceilings, an open-concept layout, and sunlight pouring in through large sliding doors, the space feels bright, comfortable, and easy to relax in.

Located about 20 minutes out of Sechelt and 50 minutes from Gibsons, while still being close to lakes, trails, and local shops.

🏡 The Space

Designed for comfort and connection, the home features:
• 3 cozy bedrooms
-master -king bed
-second bedroom- queen
-third bedroom -double (small room suited for kids)
• 2 full bathrooms
• Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen
• Central heating & AC
• Fully fenced yard — perfect for kids and pups

🍳 Kitchen & Dining

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for easy meals at home, from a morning coffee to a cozy dinner in:
• Full-size appliances
• Pots, pans, utensils, blender, toaster, kettle
• Plates, glassware, and wine glasses

Gather around the large farmhouse dining table (seats 8) — the heart of the home and a perfect spot for shared meals, games, and late-night conversations.

🛋 Living & Little Extras
• Comfortable living room with gas fireplace
• 65” Smart TV
• Pack & play and high chair for little ones


🚴 Garage & Gear

A secure garage is available for bikes, ATVs, or outdoor gear. You’ll also find dumbbells, a weight bench, and battle ropes for quick workouts.

🐾 Pets Welcome
• 1 dog welcome with a $100 pet fee per stay
• Please keep pets off beds and clean up outdoors

📍 Nearby Adventures
• Katherine Lake – 20 min (great for kids)
• Mount Daniel hiking – 20 min
• Ruby Lake & Dan Bosch – 25 min
• Grocery, liquor & convenience store – 10 min

📸 Security & Peace of Mind

For safety, there is an outdoor camera on the driveway only (no audio; no indoor or private areas).

✨ Planning a special occasion? Let me know — I’m happy to help with surprises, balloons, or thoughtful touches to make your stay extra special.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number H124248982

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Halfmoon Bay

Halfmoon Bay is home to this holiday home. Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site and Homesite Creek Falls Recreation Site reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Baker Beach Park and Smuggler Cove Marine Provincial Park.
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Halfmoon Bay, BC

What's nearby

  • Turnagain Island - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lily Lake - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Headwater Marina - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Pender Harbour - 9 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hōlsem - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Java Dock - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant @ Painted Boat - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Bettolina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grasshopper Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slow down and reconnect with nature pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Slow down and reconnect with nature?

As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slow down and reconnect with nature on 6 April 2026 start from NZ$258, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Slow down and reconnect with nature?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Slow down and reconnect with nature?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slow down and reconnect with nature?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Slow down and reconnect with nature located?

This family-friendly Halfmoon Bay holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Turnagain Island and Harness Island. Secret Cove Falls Trail Recreation Site and McNeill Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Both the house and the host stood out for us. The house was comfortable, spacious and it had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on a couple acres. Perfect for families and our pup loved the yard. Our power briefly went out and the host had messaged us, before I did. Great communication. Close to town- looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and very nicely set up home with great backyard for the dog. Peaceful and quiet home with lots of space. Convenient to get to Pender Harbour or Secret Cove. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a fabulous stay. The photos don’t do justice to this space - it was big, comfortable, and full of thoughtful touches. Would definitely stay again! Thanks you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emeric M.

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

Great cosy house on the Sunshine Coast!

Amanda was amazing and helped us find the place. The house is brand new and very cutely decorated. It has everything you need to spend some amazing vacations in a peaceful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’d stay here again in a heart beat. The place was spotless, modern, open, airy and very well appointed. Amanda was communicative and always quick to reply. We’ll most certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Good stay

Rustic, but modern.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Newly built rancher on a woodland lot on the east side of the highway. Excellent modern styled accommodation. Highlights, in no particular order, include cleanliness, comfortable beds, fancy bathrooms, nice well stocked kitchen and all needed support from a committed owner. Thoughtful touches included arrival goodies.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with Amanda was excellent. She was so responsive, quick and helpful. Everything was super clean and convenient. A very enjoyable stay despite a few issues that Amanda worked overtime to resolve. Thanks so much.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! The location is fun and a delightful way to get out of Vancouver cramped living. The kitchen is well-equipped (though for a complex holiday meal you may want to bring specialty items—though I will say, we’d already planned to bring those things but the host reached out proactively to ask if there was anything she should stock the kitchen with). It matched the description extremely well. The host was very responsive on the one question we had and had an immediate solution. The bed was very comfortable. Overall it was probably the best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Just as described, the home is peaceful and located on a very quiet street. We loved having the fenced backyard that wrapped around to the front of the house so we could let our dog go out with no worries. The house itself was very clean and modern. It had everything we needed including a workout equipment and a full sized washer and dryer. I’m looking forward to returning again in the future! Make sure to check out smuggler Cove which is a short drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place to stay! Great communication with Amanda. Great pet friendly place first place we have stayed in so long that the dogs could be outside fully fenced yard. We could relax and sit by the under covered area and have a fire and listen to pure quietness! Exactly what we needed a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city!! Super family friendly too hope we can come back with our grandkids. Was a nice surprise travelling all day and coming to such a beautiful home with farm fresh eggs and a few beer! There was also fresh cream in the fridge the one thing I forgot to pick up. We would definately stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rand W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted a quiet getaway and this property more than lived up to expectations. The location put us close to all the things we like to do on the Sunshine Coast. Loved our daily visits from deer and black bears - the fence made the bear visits much more enjoyable! The house is huge, and Amanda provides so many thoughtful extras that I've never found in vacation properties. That's not even counting the coffee, tea, farm fresh eggs and potent potable mystery gift! Thanks again, Amanda, we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Relaxing Stay

It was a beautiful brand new house with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Very comfortable, inviting and very clean. There was a great patio with furniture to lounge on and an eating table for a great BBQ or get together with friends. The kitchen was large and stocked up with all the necessities needed. Finding the house was a little challenging yet Amanda’ instructions were bang on. The key to the house was exactly where we were told it would be. This is a great house in a tranquil setting on the Sunshine Coast. A great time was had by all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This clean and bright home met our family's needs perfectly. It was exactly half way (20 minutes) from family in both Sechelt and Pender Harbour. Obvious thought had gone into supplying the home with everything needed. We used the well stocked kitchen a lot, the fenced yard was great for our small kids, and the house layout with bedrooms and bathrooms was perfect for the four of us. The host was very quick with communication and extremely helpful. The nights were blissfully quiet in this private setting. Probably one of the best properties that we have stayed in. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Super hospitable location

Great accommodations. Attended BC Cup downhill racing at Coast Gravity. 30 mins away from mountain, but it was perfect! Two bedrooms, BBQ, en-suite laundry, and a garage to ensure bikes were safe and secure overnight. Not having to cram into a hotel room. It was a great surprise to open the fridge and find farm fresh eggs along with local craft beer!! Also, Starbucks coffee and creamer. Very this lfuneeded.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home Away From Home Lovely new home in a forest setting. Spacious living quarters and backyard with gas fire table. Ideal for people with a pet or children. Comfortable beds. Inclusion of hygiene items like Q-tips & cotton pads. TVs in bedrooms & living room. Nicely stocked kitchen with welcome gifts for us and our dog. Timely communication with owner. The place was spotless. We highly recommend this place for a few days to a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Your host

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I am born and raised on the Sunshine Coast. You will usually find me at the dog park with my 3 dogs.

Why they chose this property

I bought my property and built the home in 2022. I wanted to live somewhere that was more private.

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