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Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!

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The Light Keepers Houses (Photo courtesy of Dave Greening)
View from Signal Hill National Historic Site
Assistant Light Keeper's House, Fort Amherst, St. John's, NL
Living room - kitchen
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fort Amherst
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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St John's, NL
  • Place, Fort Amherst Lighthouse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Amherst
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!

Situated on the edge of The Narrows at the entrance to the Port of St. John’s, a beautiful and unique vacation home located in a former light keeper’s house at Fort Amherst - the site of the first lighthouse in Newfoundland and one of the most photographed sites in the province. This property is one of two vacation homes operated at the Fort Amherst Light Station. The head light keeper's residence is also available for rent, please visit our listing at vrbo #469496.


House completely renovated, beautifully and tastefully decorated. Two bedrooms (one with king-size bed and one with twin beds) each with flat screen TVs, pull out sofa bed, two full bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Front deck with views of Signal Hill and the harbourfront. Sit back and watch the boats entering and leaving St. John’s Harbour. Enjoy whale watching from our large rear deck overlooking the spectacular Atlantic Ocean. Depending on the season lucky guests will have amazing views of icebergs along the coastline. Entrance point to the East Coast Trail just steps away.

Minimum three-night rental. Off-season rates available.

*Please note that rates are displayed in USD when viewing Rates and Availability Calendar. Can change to CAD at top of screen. Rates are computed in CAD when booking.*

We are now accepting bookings for the head lightkeeper's house. This two-story, 3-bedroom/3-bath house has been completely and beautifully restored and renovated. The listing is located at vrbo #469496.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Property # 371905vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

St. John's

Located in St. John's, this holiday home is by the ocean. Port of St. John's and Pippy Park Golf Course Driving Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Signal Hill National Historic Site and Waterford River Walk. George Street and Railway Coastal Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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St John's, NL

What's nearby

  • Fort Amherst Lighthouse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fort Amherst - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • George Street - 24 min drive - 6.3 km
  • The Rooms - 25 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bannerman Brewing Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Terre Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Battery Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Little Sparo - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's! on 15 October 2026 start from NZ$506, 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 Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Most Unique Vacation Home in St. John's! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps from Fort Amherst Lighthouse and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from George Street. Fort Amherst and Railway Coastal Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, great views, very comfortable! Thanks so much. We will be back. Sandrine & Ted
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and the location.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with spectacular views of city and Signal Hill. We even saw whales!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
The house was wonderful, and the host was wonderful. We agree with all of the positive comment that others have stated. Checkin was not wonderful because VRBO sent the wrong code the day before so we had to stand in the cold until we could find the correct code from the owner. It appears our experience being next to the lighthouse was worse than others because, for more than 24 hours we heard the fog horn go off every 10 seconds (no exaggeration). we had one a set of earplugs that helped a little. If you expect fog, make sure you take the best earplugs, you can buy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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

Best Place to Stay

We loved staying here. It was convenient and unique. The beds were comfy and the views spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location. Beautiful spacious home for the 5 of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tekla K.

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

Amazing location and stay

Wish we had weeks instead of a night so amazing to stay there, home was lovely and warm, though it was foggy we loved the lighthouse
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on earth.Feels like home.
Cozy
Sunset
Sunrise
Morning coffee with a view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Everything was wonderful especially watching ships in the Harbour.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning area to stay with well maintained cottages and very comfortable beds. My sister and I rented both cottages and this spot was beautiful. The owners brought us more water for the cooler within an hour of asking and helped with advising places to go for groceries, golf etc. A couple of things to note is that this is a public land mark and you get a-lot of hikers, tourists and runners on the property although all were quite respectful. We called to road leading to the cottage “the road of fear”. It is one way, edging the cliff, winding and steep. We rented trucks so this was manageable but still very scary. I would recommend renting smaller vehicles and after a couple of trips it gets less fearful. Be careful and go slow. Once you make it to the top it’s a spectacular spot with stunning surroundings and views. Don’t forget to hike the “dead-mans trail” steps away from the property. Fort Amhurst made our trip a lifetime memory.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Amazing place!

Wonderful place with incredible views. We even watched whales for an entire evening!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denica H.

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

Destination wedding accommodations

Home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Beautiful views

Location and views were amazing. Enjoyed watching ships go by. We were very appreciative for early check in. Hosts were prompt and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an excellent stay. Totally great property in an extremely unique and historic location. Kitchen well stocked, comfy living area, comfy beds and the best views ever. Good internet, nice deck area, and it was so fun talking to people coming to check out the lighthouse who were amazed that you could rent the place. We booked 14 months in advance when the listing was already 1/3 booked for the summer, get it early folks!
From Signal Hill
Great morning coffee spot
Nighttime lights
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Family holiday

Sitting on the deck in the early morning and evening was better than any retreat you could ever attend. Serenity and total relaxation comes to mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gino R.

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

Awesome location and place

Property managers were a great help & very responsive. The location and accommodations are second to none! We'll definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver W.

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

Authentic place

Tastefully furnished, very well equipped. We spent 4 wonderful days in the house on the cliffs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Wonderful

What a wonderful, cozy cottage with an amazing view. You're able to watch boats go in and out of the harbor as well as the expansive ocean and coastline to the south.Easy to get to and close to many restaurants and shops.The cottage itself Has nice, large windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Best View Ever!!!

Beautiful century home with updates for comfort that do not take away from it's historic charm. Best view of the St. John's harbour and Signal Hill. Love watching the boats come and go. What a fantastic start to our vacation of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beryl M.

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

Wonderful location, cosy and comfortable!

The view directly of the lighthouse and entrance to St. John’s harbour made this home the best place in St John’s! The king size bed was SO comfortable, and all the facilities perfect for our needs. We stayed 3 nights, had the full range of weather from rain, fog (complete with foghorn!), snow (in mid-April!) and then beautiful sunshine, but we enjoyed it all. If we come back to St John’s, we will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

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

Stunning!

Beautiful property and location. Exceptionally appointed! If we return to NL, will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Extraordinary Unique Experience

The Light Keeper’s Cottage was an extraordinary unique experience in places to stay. The home is comfortably furnished, updated, clean, and the hosts were extremely responsive from pre-booking to check out. The beautiful view is a one of a kind experience too. Additionally, the entire area of St.John’s was a traveler’s delight with cordial, helpful locals, great food, and many things to do and see.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Magical Christmas-time Stay

Charming, magical, scenic delight, comfort-plus sleep, hiking East Coast Trail out your door. Wonderful, thoughtful Property Manager's: Nicole and Peter. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Can’t beat the view!

A great view from the home! The drive up was a little
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Manager

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The owner, Peter Gill, is the grandson of Leo Power, one of the longest serving light keepers at the Fort Amherst lighthouse. Peter operates Fort Amherst Vacation Homes along with his wife Nicole.

What makes this property unique

All the benefits of a sea side property in outport Newfoundland with the convenience of being located in the city. See the downtown lights from the front deck. A 5-minute drive to downtown. Entrance to the East Coast Trail just feet away.

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