Scandi-Style Retreat w/ HotTub & Deck | Bay Views - Halfmoon Bay

Forest-bathe and reconnect with serenity on the spectacular Sunshine Coast. Nestled on a hill overlooking Sargeant Bay with private access to the beach, surrounded by trees without neighbors in sight - we invite guests to immerse in Shinrin-yoku, the exercise of forest-bathing and experiencing greenery through your senses.
Sargeant Bay is renowned in birdwatching - spot flocks of snow geese, sparrows, warblers, and other species of migratory birds in this coastal oasis.
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Featuring a modern Scandinavian design, our home is laid out spaciously on three levels for families or friends to spread out, or enjoy cozying up together in the lounging spaces indoors or outdoors.

Stepping through the front door, you will enter the main floor and find a fully-equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook your favourite meals, plus a breakfast nook and window seat looking out to the Bay; a large open concept space combining the dining and living room, along with the walk-out patio deck and sweeping oceanviews; and lastly, a spa-inspired bathroom with an oversized shower.

The entire upper floor is an open, luxurious loft with a sleeping area, a dedicated workspace, an intimate lounging area, and a small outdoor deck for drinks, reading or sunset yoga with more gorgeous Bay views. Perfectly designed with families in mind, there is a King-sized bed, two (2) Twin-sized beds, and a sofa bed futon-style. While the loft offers private quarters and blackout curtains entice sleeping in on lazy mornings, being without a door means those sleeping up there can hear others who might be up early, or up late hanging out.

A private primary bedroom awaits on the lower floor of the home, where Guests will find a King-sized bed and a full ensuite with a bathtub. The laundry complete with washer and dryer is available for Guests' use, next to additional game and arcade space that would make time spent indoors just as enjoyable.

Step out to the patio deck of your choice with your morning coffee, bbq lunch or glass of wine in hand, all the while indulging in the refreshing ocean air, breathtaking views and wildlife spotting.

Experience Shrinyin-yoku in a private *wood-fired* cedar hot tub. Discover the spirit of forest bathing on the Sunshine Coast - listen quietly to the firewood crackling, and breathe in the aroma of cedar as you soak your worries away. Our Alumitub is a wood-fired cedar hot tub handcrafted locally on the Sunshine Coast.

The property has a well-maintained 180-step staircase for direct access down to Sargeant Bay, so pack in a good workout!

For kayaking, contact Pedals & Paddles or Halfmoon Sea Kayaks to launch kayaks on Sargeant Bay. Stroll 1 minute to the Sargeant Bay Provincial Park parking lot to meet kayak rentals.

Guests have full access to the entire property during their stay.

As you venture out to the backyard and descend on our private staircase to the beach below, please be sure to use caution and hold onto the hand railing as needed. Please look after the little ones; they will undoubtedly be excited to discover their surroundings!

NOTE: Please inquire when the hot tub will be ready for guest use. We typically have fire bans and water restrictions during the summer season. Thank you for your understanding.

We are available to answer questions throughout your stay. Simply reach out via the Airbnb app.

Popular on Sunshine Coast visitors' wishlist, Halfmoon Bay is a centrally-located home base with proximity to a variety of activities on the Coast.

The sandy beach at Sargeant Bay Provincial Park’s day-use area is excellent for sunbathing, swimming and picnicking. The sand and pebbles give way to large boulders and rock cliffs that jut out into the northern section on the bay.

The diverse habitat of Sargeant Bay Park’s beach, lake, marsh and forest support a large variety of birds. The marshland is an important stopover for migrating harlequin ducks, Canada geese and trumpeter swans, as is the upland area a host for migratory songbirds. The tidal marsh supports a great variety of waterfowl, including loons, grebes, cormorants and ducks.

Look for bald eagles, hawks and owls which frequent the area. From the walking trails in this forested park you can witness salmon fighting their way up the fish ladder in the fall. The salmon ascend the ladder and go on to spawn in the creek. Local volunteers have undertaken an ambitious project to restore the wildlife habitat around the bay.

Visitors can enjoy canoeing, kayaking, boardsailing and fishing at the park, and Sargeant Bay also provides good opportunities for scuba diving close to shore.

The best bird viewing seasons on Sargeant Bay are winter & spring. For reasons unknown, the number of species and birds using this habitat declined drastically in the 1990’s. Typically, you can find loons, grebes, cormorants, seaducks (Barrows Goldeneye, Surf Scoter, Common Merganser), alcids (Common Murre, Pigeon Guillemot, and especially Marbled Murrelet), and gulls.

Downtown Sechelt is within a 10-minutes drive for restaurants, galleries, groceries and shopping, or the local market is less than a minute away. Venture north on a coastal drive to Madeira Park, Daniel Point and the Skookumchuck Rapids to name a few top spots, or head to nearby hiking and biking trails just a short drive within Halfmoon Bay and Sechelt Inlet.

We look forward to sharing our home with you!

Please help us conserve water while visiting the Sunshine Coast.

We’re all visitors on the traditional territories of the Tla’amin, Klahoose, shíshálh, and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh nations. While exploring the Sunshine Coast, please remember to be safe, responsible, and respectful.

Parking is available for up to 2 vehicles in front of the house.

The home has a short but steep driveway for 1 vehicle. During dry weather it is easy for most, but when covered by snow or ice, we strongly recommend an AWD vehicle to use the driveway.

This area does get snow in the winter so we ask Guests to be prepared for winter-season driving conditions, especially when staying between December-February.

Tesla Superchargers in Sechelt are 5 min away.
12 Superchargers, available 24/7, up to 250kW
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5500 Sunshine Coast Highway

As our home is on a septic system, we ask that nothing but toilet paper to be flushed into the toilets. Please also do not let oil or food waste wash down the kitchen sink and drain. Currently the wood stove on the lower level is not available for use, but the electric fireplace on the main floor is terrific for snuggling on cozy evenings.

Notes on wildlife:
We are located in an area with abundant wildlife - bears, deer, coyotes and more make appearances. Please do not leave any kind of food or consumables outside, clean up the bbq after every use, and ensure all vehicles are locked at all times. Always use caution when exploring in nature and the great outdoors.

Notes on quiet hours:
Because we are located in a quiet and friendly neighbourhood, we would appreciate all Guests to keep to quiet hours between 9pm-7am.

Notes on Guests & group size:
NO PARTIES or EVENTS - only up to 6 guests at the property at all times. We are not a venue for large gatherings, and our home is on a sensitive septic system.

Notes on Security:
For security of the property and safety of our guests, we have an outdoor security camera located on the front porch with a view of the front steps and driveway. There is no active recording or constant monitoring. There are NO cameras inside the house. Guests are not to disable or interfere with the security cameras or the base station. Guests are subject to forfeiting their stay if there is any tampering of the security camera equipment.

Please do not tamper with or unplug the WiFi router and the Arlo security system.

Notes on no-pets policy:
Subject to extra charge if pets are brought to property without approval.

If Guests are found violating house rules, Guests acknowledge they may forfeit their security deposit.
Featuring a modern Scandinavian design, our home is laid out spaciously on three levels for families or friends to spread out, or enjoy cozying up together in the lounging spaces indoors or outdoors.

Stepping through the front door, you will enter the main floor and find a fully-equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook your favourite meals, plus a breakfast nook and window seat looking out to the Bay; a large open concept space combining the dining and living room, along with the walk-out patio deck and sweeping oceanviews; and lastly, a spa-inspired bathroom with an oversized shower.

The entire upper floor is an open, luxurious loft with a sleeping area, a dedicated workspace, an intimate lounging area, and a small outdoor deck for drinks, reading or sunset yoga with more gorgeous Bay views. Perfectly designed with families in mind, there is a King-sized bed, two (2) Twin-sized beds, and a sofa bed futon-style. While the loft offers private quarters and blackout curtains entice sleeping in on lazy mornings, being without a door means those sleeping up there can hear others who might be up early, or up late hanging out.

A private primary bedroom awaits on the lower floor of the home, where Guests will find a King-sized bed and a full ensuite with a bathtub. The laundry complete with washer and dryer is available for Guests' use, next to additional game and arcade space that would make time spent indoors just as enjoyable.

Step out to the patio deck of your choice with your morning coffee, bbq lunch or glass of wine in hand, all the while indulging in the refreshing ocean air, breathtaking views and wildlife spotting.

Experience Shrinyin-yoku in a private *wood-fired* cedar hot tub. Discover the spirit of forest bathing on the Sunshine Coast - listen quietly to the firewood crackling, and breathe in the aroma of cedar as you soak your worries away. Our Alumitub is a wood-fired cedar hot tub handcrafted locally on the Sunshine Coast.

The property has a well-maintained 180-step staircase for direct access down to Sargeant Bay, so pack in a good workout!

For kayaking, contact Pedals & Paddles or Halfmoon Sea Kayaks to launch kayaks on Sargeant Bay. Stroll 1 minute to the Sargeant Bay Provincial Park parking lot to meet kayak rentals.