Cabin stays are now available by direct booking. Experience a secluded, water-access-only getaway for two. Call or text James at 778 232 2587
All Fernleecove bookings include one round-trip boat transfer to and from the cabin
FERNLEECOVE STAY $715Two night stay for 1-2 guests ($750including tax)
Fernleecove is boat access only cabin surrounded by a coastal forest fjord. It is one of a rare number of very private waterfront properties near Vancouver. Bookings are only offered with included guided boat taxi ride from Deep Cove, round trip included per booking. Generally guests remain at the cabin for the duration of their stay making it necessary to bring all groceries needed. Once at Fernleecove the property offers a natural setting to enjoy the ocean & woods from a comfortable cabin hideaway.
THE CABIN
Bedroom Small bedroom with a queen size bed
Kitchen Fully equipped Kitchen stocked with some basics
Living room Open living room with a foldout sofa-bed, dinning table & fireplace for use in winter
Bathroom Compact bathroom with shower
Patio Patio with a covered area and barbecue with propane
Heating Baseboard heating throughout the cabin for colder seasons
Bug screens Bug screens are on the main windows of the cabin for air flow in the summer
FEATURES
Fireplace From October till the end of May firewood is supplied for cabin fireplace use.
Kayaks Two single kayaks and life jackets. are available for guest use from mid June till the end of September. (not from Fall to spring for safety reasons)
Hiking There is an excellent but steep trail behind the cabin to a spectacular view point 270 meters above the ocean. The hike typically takes about 40 minutes to get to the top. Many guests have suggested that the trail is unsuitable for casual footwear.
Crabbing A “tidal water sport license” is necessary for crabbing in Canada, so if you have yours let me know and I will leave a crab trap on the dock for you. You can get your own license online. Web search "BC Sport Fishing Guide Crabs and Crabbing" to buy yours and to find information on crabbing regulations.
AMENITIES
Kitchen and dining - Refrigerator - Freezer - Stove - Oven - Microwave - Toaster - Coffee maker - Coffee grinder - Hot water kettle - Pots - Pans - Olive oil - Salt and pepper - Dishes - Utensils - Dining table - Wine glasses
Bathroom - Hot water - Bath towels - Toilet paper - Body soap - Shampoo - Hair dryer
Comfort - Electric baseboard heating - Portable fan - Highspeed internet - Wi-fi - Patio - Fireplace and firewood (seasonal use)
Dock use -Kayaks and lifejackets (seasonal use) -Shade umbrella (seasonal use) -Crab trap (provided guest gets permit) Safety - Smoke alarm - Carbon monoxide alarm - Fire extinguisher - First aid kit
FERNLEECOVE FAQS
Vehicle Parking while staying at the cabin? Once a booking is confirmed a shared link with directions to public parking can be forwarded to you on request.
Cleaning expectations? Please return the cabin as tidy as you found it. Aside from the kitchen linens, wash, dry and put back all used kitchen items including the coffee maker before checking out. No need to strip / make the bed(s), wash/dry or fold the linens.
Pets? There are no exceptions to the no pets policy at Fernleecove. This is regardless whether an animal is non allergenic or for support reasons.
Outdoor Fires? Is there a place to have a fire outside? North Vancouver is strict about not having open fires, for this reason guests are not allowed to have fires on the property aside from in the cabin fireplace in the winter.
Waiting list? The cabin is booked, can I be put on a waiting list? Yes, let me know the month that you would like to be put on a waiting list for and I'll keep you posted of any openings that come available then.
Booking? Is it possible to book the cabin for just one night? The Fernleecove cabin has a minimum booking of 2 nights. However a one night stay can be accommodated with payment for a two night booking.
Extra guests? How many guests can stay at the cabin? The Fernleecove cabin is limited to 2 guests on the property because of septic limitations and because of the amount of general wear put on property with extra persons.
Driving? Some maps indicate that there is a road to Fernleecove, is it possible to drive to the cabin? There is no road to the cabin. Some satellite mapping interprets that the powerline path behind the cabin as a road. This path does not connect to the resident only private lane-way "Sasamat Lane". For accurate street and trail maps, please use "OpenStreetMap."
Fishing? Is there fishing for guests at the cabin? Fernleecove is in a rockfish conservation zone so it is illegal to be fishing in the area between Fernleecove and Twin Islands. Please web search Indian Arm fishing regulations for more information.
Kayaks? Are there kayaks available for use at the cabin? Once at the cabin there are two single kayaks and life jackets available for guest use from mid June till the end of September. (not from Fall to spring for safety reasons)
Bedding? Is there bedding at the cabin? Yes, clean sheets and pillow cases are put on the bed for each booking and the sofa bed if extra bedding is requested.
Water? Is the water safe to drink at the cabin? The water from all the indoor taps is safe for drinking and is fine filter as well as ultraviolet treated. Extra water pressure is available and is controlled by a switched labeled near the laundry room.
Internet at the cabin? How good is the internet service at the cabin? The cabin has its own high speed fiber optic internet wifi connection.
Cell Service? Is there cell service at the cabin? Yes, there is good G3 cell service at the cabin.
Emergencies? What if there is an emergency for a water access property like Fernleecove? If there is a serious emergency phoning 911 is best and will likely result in The North Shore Search and Rescue responding by boat. For emergencies that do not require official rescue personnel I can provide transportation or arrange boat transport back to Deep Cove.
POLICIES
No pets or assistance animals. No visitors: Only registered guests included in the booking are permitted on the property. No smoking. No guest-owned motorized watercraft: Bookings are not available to guests planning to bring their own boats to the property. Kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards are permitted.
No Fishing: Fernleecove is in a rock fish conservation zone. It is illegal to use a fishing rod in and around Fernleecove. Sesonal restrictions on fireplace use and kayak use.
AVAILABILITY & BOOKING
Please reachout with your preferred dates to check availability. Once your dates are confirmed, I'll provide the booking details, total price and payment instructions. Your reservation is confirmed once payment arrangements have been completed and your booking is accepted. Call or text James at 778 232 2587