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Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons.

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Front exterior, Welcome to Moon shell cottage
Front entry with large closet
Bedroom one with large closet and chest of drawers
Bedroom 1 with queen bed and large closet and drawer set. Very quiet
Bedroom one with queen bed and large closet and drawers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Indoor pool
    Enjoy year-round relaxation in the indoor pool — a rare find in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Parksville, BC
  • Place, Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathtrevor Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons.

Experience Vancouver Island at its finest. Designer decorated and well appointed cottage for up to six guests. Close to all the Parksville amenities including a short walk to Rathtrevor and Tigh-na-Mara spa. Cottage features 3 bedrooms- 2 with queen beds and upper loft with 2 twin beds. Wonderful private outdoor space with dining and relaxation area nestled amongst giant cedar trees. A wonderful area for board games or star gazing. Well equipped kitchen with counter seating and dining table for six. Min golf, pool and hot tub on site.
We look forward to welcoming you with an easy check in at 4pm with check out at 11am. Prompt communication with owner in case of any concerns and also detailed list of opportunities in area.
Pet friendly with extra cleaning fee.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
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

Property Registration Number 00005914
Property # 9994851
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

About the area

Parksville

Located in Parksville, this cottage is near a water park and by the sea. Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara and Tranquil Moments Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Coombs Old Country Market and Woodgrove Shopping Centre. Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf and Wilde and Sparrow are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Parksville, BC

What's nearby

  • Tranquil Moments Day Spa - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Room @ Tigh-Na-Mara - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Floresta - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moon shell Cottage-a relaxing cozy retreat for all seasons. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Tranquil Moments Day Spa and Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara. Parksville Beach is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for family get away. Clean, comfortable beds, everything you need in the kitchen, and beautifully decorated. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property. A/C would be an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monica c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our stay at Moon Shell Cottage! It was a perfect base for my daughter's wedding at Tigh-na-Mara. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review and choosing our cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

East Vancouver Island Getaway

Enjoy our stay in the Moon Shell Cottage in Parksville, BC. Many activities nearby: municipal parks, beaches, walking trails, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
We really appreciate your 5 star review. Our family loves being out there and we are so happy to share it with other families. Enjoy the rest of the holidays and all the best in 2025.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this property - Christa was great to communicate with! The kitchen was stocked with all the little essentials you didn’t think you would need - and the resort pool was an added bonus. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

VI stay

cottage was comfy and had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denyse B.

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

Perfect spot

Stayed for two months while waiting to move into our forever home. Very easy access to the Rathtrevor beach and cozy neighborhood.
Stayed 63 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2024
Thank you for the review, we were so happy to host you during this exciting transitional time. Enjoy your new home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid S.

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

Excellent Stay

We absolutely loved this Cottage, our Christmas with family this year was definitely enhanced by the beautiful cottage. The hosts have gone out of their way to ensure their guest have everything you need here. We will be back in the near future, thank you both. !!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2025
We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to have you back. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri N.

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

Perfect getaway

We had such a wonderful stay! They had everything you need and more to feel completely at home. Loved the decor, beds were comfy, and lived the special treats to welcome us! Location was perfect. The kids loved it especially the pool! We’ll definitely be back, hopefully in the summer! Thanks Bill & Christa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith Barkley W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is very pretty cottage in a suburb of Parksville. We were impressed with the decor, but after paying 150 cleaning fee we were surprised to be asked to wipe down surfaces and place garbage in another location. Also, after stripping the bed in the front bedroom I saw the mattress cover i had been sleeping on, stained from previous use...perhaps by a honeymoon couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was mostly clean with a few small things wrong. The host was polite and got back to me right away. The only things I would count against the cottage would be the lack of air conditioning or fans in the bedrooms, there was 1 small table fan for everyone so it got pretty hot and hard to sleep. There weren’t tvs in any of the bedrooms which I thought was a bit weird as most places you stay have them and the second bedroom had no furniture or place to put your clothes or even room to lay out our suitcase. These are all fairly minor things but all together I thought it deserved 4 stars. I would have given 4.5 if I could give half stars. Also the cottages are really close together so we could hear the people talking next to us on the patio and the patio furniture didn’t have any cushions so it was really uncomfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback. I hope you used the ceiling fan to circulate the air. The listing does indicate there is no air conditioning but we will definitely purchase a few more individual room fans. We are glad you enjoyed your time in Parksville.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice property - could use work on the follow through

The unit has a really lovely aesthetic and was super clean. It was loaded with really lovely personal touches that made it feel as if it was owned, loved and decorated as a personal home rather than a sterile investment. However the oven didn't work, the lock on the bathroom didn't work, the barbecue barely worked, and probably most importantly, the host was a half hour late in sending us the access code to the door. We called and messaged her repeatedly with no answer.The whole family sat in the car wondering if we should drive back home or try to find an alternate location to stay. All of which could have been an honest mistake. Except, when we did finally reach her, she was not even particularly apologetic about the whole thing, blaming VRBO for the mistake. (It was not VRBO's mistake.) I later wrote her regarding the oven and never received a response. The unit would be very nice if everything was in working order. And even with the issues, the location and home are really wonderful. But it might be better to try one of the other units in the complex until they work out the repairs for their unit and engage in the rental process with a bit more seriousness.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
Hi Jennifer, I'm sorry you found some deficiencies in our property and will be sure to address these immediately. This is the first we have heard about these issues and I thank you for bringing it to my attention. We pride ourselves in giving you an excellent experience. I was incredibly apologetic when you had not received the code and it should have been available to you on March 12 in the details VRBO provides. We sincere hope you and your family had a wonderful stay in Parksville.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Treena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage , we had everything we needed and more . Beautiful place, would definitely recommend it .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Christa Eaton

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We currently live in Edmonton but our hearts are on the island. We can’t wait to welcome you and have you make incredible island memories.

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is so close to all the wonderful amenities available both along resort drive and such a short distance to Parksville. Morning walks along Rathtrevor beach with the tide out are one of our favorite activities. There is so much to explore including hikes to top bridge, golf and swimming. Everyday is a wonderful adventure.

What makes this property unique

The amenities such as the pool, mini golf and proximity to the beach make this a wonderful unique place to stay. Our cottage is spacious and yet cozy.

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