Condo

Sea Haven on Bates Beach

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Beach
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Courtenay, BC
  • Place, Seal Bay Nature Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Campbell River, BC (YBL)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Sea Haven on Bates Beach

*** Sea Haven is located within a rural electoral area of the Comox Valley with a zoning of tourist/commercial 2, permitting short term accommodation, and will not be affected by the new provincial STR legislation on May 1st, 2024. Provincial short term rental registration number H402283505 ***

Welcome to our condo! This little gem is situated on the outskirts of Courtenay BC on Vancouver Island.
Come and enjoy the amazing ocean views from the seaside balcony and fall asleep while listening to the waves outside your bedroom window!

This cozy space is located on the second floor of the building and can accommodate 4 people. It is perfect for individuals, couples and small children. It has one bedroom with a comfy queen bed and a sofa bed in the living room. Extra bedding is provided.
It has a fully stocked kitchen and includes extras like coffee, tea, spices, oil etc for your convenience.
Anything else you may need, we’ll do our best to accommodate!

So many amazing things to enjoy, in and around the area... beach fires(wood can be provided) paddle boarding and kayaking right off the beach, visiting the local wineries, beaches and trails and a quick drive(38 minutes from the condo to the top of the mountain) up to Mt Washington.
You will have access to Netflix, Prime and Disney+ for your entertainment. The condo is also equipped with its own wireless wifi router, (as the community wifi in the complex is quite weak) to ensure excellent connection for all your electronic needs.

Guests will be provided with entry code for self check in on the day of their arrival.

Don’t miss out on this little beauty, we can’t wait to host you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number H402283505

About the area

Courtenay

Located in Courtenay, this condo is in a rural area and on the beach. Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool and Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Seal Bay Nature Park and Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre.
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Courtenay, BC

What's nearby

  • Seal Bay Nature Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Little River Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Beaufort Vineyard and Estate Winery - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milano Coffee - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Haven on Bates Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Haven on Bates Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Haven on Bates Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Haven on Bates Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Courtenay condo building is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Seal Bay Nature Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens. Little River Ferry Terminal and 40 Knots Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wesley U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved relaxing on the deck and watching all the wildlife. Sleeping was amazing too--very comfortable bed and the soothing sound of the waves made for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing ocean view. We watched herons everyday and were lulled by waves and seagull sounds. Lovely decor, very clean, and thoughtfully equipped, even fluffy bathrobes! Also private and quiet. Kind of equi distance from Courtenay or Comox, so easy access to many attractions. Top notch winery very nearby! A gem of a stay, and we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krissen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and quiet. Just the right amenities to make our stay convenient. Loved the view and sound of the waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

End of Summer Getaway

Cozy/clean and quiet stay right on Bates beach. Close proximity to local farm stands and great fishing. Loved falling asleep each night to the sound of crashing waves. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian O.

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

Ocean view

Quiet little condo with amazing ocean views. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LARRY B.

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

Another enjoyable visit

This was our 2nd visit in two years. It was very quiet as we hoped. We will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Beach Getaway

What a beautiful little spot. We only came over from Powell River but was a treat to see the sunrise over home. And the cruise ships appear so close. Plus the whales. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Short but amazing

Highly recommend for a couple looking to get away. Location was perfect to us as we ve tured out to many of the surrounding areas. The unit had everythibg we needed and more. Very accomodating to any requests! Thx!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvonne p.

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

Great little condo on the sea

Beautiful one-bedroom with balcony overlooking the beach. We saw much wildlife including seals, a whale, a black bear (walking down the road in the middle of the night) eagles and loon. Immaculately clean, comfy bed and thoughtful little snacks for guests. Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

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

Surprise Anniversary Getaway

Everything went smoothly, communication with Amber was excellent. Hubby was pleasantly impressed with the accommodations. We needed to get away from work/business and the other things that make our life hectic and exhausting, this was a perfect spot for us to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karee B.

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

Sea Haven at Bates Beach

Our stay at Sea Haven was amazing. The condo was beautiful, welcoming and tastefully decorated. It had everything we needed and more. From the welcome treats, to the comfy robes, this condo was fully stocked and made us feel right at home. Best of all was the ocean view and the sounds of the waves lapping the shore throughout the day and the night. We would highly recommend this rental and hope to have an opportunity to be guests at Sea Haven again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Perfect location on the water

This a beautiful little condo with amazing views of the ocean, surrounding islands and mainland. We saw seals and whales and each night around midnight cruise ships would pass by on the way to Alaska. On a clear night the stars were amazing. We made a trip to Elk’s River Falls and Miracle Beach Park. Amber has thought of everything, including welcome snacks and bathrobes. We really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend. Only drawback was slow wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

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

A mother & daughter getaway

We enjoyed our relaxing stay at Sea Haven. The suite was clean and had a well equipped kitchen. Amber is an accommodating host, very promptly answering any questions or concerns. We enjoyed spending time walking the beach particularly at low tide. Perfect place for kayaking and paddle boarding. From our patio, we enjoyed breaching whales, frolicking seals, eagles and herons fishing. We hope to be able to return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M., Vancouver, BC

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

Perfect place to chill.

We thoroughly enjoyed everything about our stay at Amber’s place. It was impeccably clean, comfortable and well appointed, complete with ceiling fans, yay! And very, very quiet, if you don’t count birdsong and the sound of the waves! The highlight is the ocean facing balcony, the better to watch the seals and loons and, reportedly, the odd whale! No stores or restaurants close by, so plan ahead for meals. And don’t miss a beautiful walk or hike at nearby Seal Bay Nature Park. Exceptional!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

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

I would give it a 6 star rating if I could

If you haven't stayed in a lot of vacation rentals you may not appreciate all the attention to detail, but we truly did. There was so much thought that went into making this condo a truly relaxing vacation spot from the provided Keurig cups to the welcome snacks to the comfy bath robes, the cushy mat in front of the sink, the binoculars and beach chairs and so much more. The compact space is efficiently designed. It is tastefully decorated and not cramped with extra nic nacs. The dishes and glass ware matched. Not a hodge podge from a thrift store. There was a professional made welcome book that explained all that you needed to know and in easy to understand language. If it had been winter we would have enjoyed the thoughtful access to streaming networks, but instead the beautiful vista was our entertainment. The view is better than pictured. There is no AC but with the ocean breeze and overhead fans (not the ones you need to move around and that take up space) we were very comfortable in the heat. The location is great with lots to do in the area. I usually have some comment for the host on how to improve the rental but this is a first, no improvement needed. Bravo!! We loved our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for a quiet getaway. It’s very comfortable and has every amenity you could want while there. The lovely little deck looks straight out to the ocean, where you can watch the sunrise and moonrise over the water. The bed is very comfy and the linens were delightfully crisp and fresh. The kitchen has all the needed appliances and cooking utensils. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredible spot. Its a 6 out of 5 star. Comfy bed. Clean. The interior alone makes it a 5*. But the view of the strait and the sound of the waves were incredible - the stress melted off us! Nice waterfront to walk - saw seals and sea lions. Area has nice hiking trails. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at Bates Beach. Very peaceful and loved hearing the waves each night. Condo is well equipped and super clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay and really enjoyed the location, cleanliness and decor! Beautiful surroundings - would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay! Location is perfect, right out on the beach, tucked away in a quiet area surrounded by nature, but still only 15 minutes driving distance from Comox and Courtenay. The unit itself is comfortable and clean, well stocked with cookware and dishes, some snacks and Keurig cups are provided, for more just drive down to the Courtenay Country Market.Will definitely be back again, what a great area to spend a weekend relaxing away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely unit & location. Well stocked. Nothing better than falling asleep watching the sky full of stars out the bedroom window & listening to the waves crashing on shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renita F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful spot right on the water with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Everything was great. Right on the water was great. Really clean and set up nicely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Amber Larson

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I’ve lived in Courtenay with my husband and our four children for 24 years.
We also own and run a successful autobody shop in the Valley.
We love living, working and raising our children here, and are so excited to share our oceanfront condo with our guests.
We are keen to help, any way we can, in providing a wonderful experience exploring the Comox Valley!

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