Welcome to the Aerie, a quiet, self-contained retreat on the Pointhouse estate overlooking Sargeant Bay. This guide is designed to answer common questions, explain how things work in a rural waterfront setting, and help you settle in comfortably.
If anything is unclear or something needs attention during your stay, please contact us. We’re always happy to help.
Your Hosts,
Heather & Bob Newman
These times allow us to prepare the Aerie carefully for incoming guests and attend to any required maintenance.
7751 Kenyon Road
Halfmoon Bay, BC, Canada V7Z 1C3
Mapping apps may show incorrect routing for the final stretch. Apple Maps is currently the most reliable. Written directions sent before arrival remain the best reference for the last kilometre.
The access road is gravel and single lane. Please drive slowly and steadily.
The Aerie uses a coded entry lock. Your access code will be sent prior to arrival.
Parking is available directly in front of the Aerie. Additional space is available at the top of the driveway if required.
There is a regular 15 amp plug in and also a 40 amp breaker with NEMA plug on the power pole in the parking lot above the Aerie. Bring your own adapter if necessary.
We have a level 2 charger at the Pointhouse. Please ask about availability during your stay.
Dogs are permitted on a limited, pre-approved basis in the Aerie.
The main Pointhouse is pet-free in consideration of guests with allergies. By bringing a pet, guests confirm they have read and agreed to the full pet policy.
Only registered guests are permitted on the property unless prior notice has been given.
Please let us know if you plan to have visitors. Overnight guests, if approved, are charged $45 per person, per night. Events and unregistered gatherings are not permitted.
All Pointhouse accommodations are strictly non-smoking, indoors and outdoors.
A cleaning penalty will be assessed for breach of this condition.
Outdoor quiet hours are 9:00 pm to 9:00 am. Sound carries easily over water, and we ask guests to be mindful of neighbours and other guests.
Bed linens and bath towels (including hot tub towels)
Extra pillows and blankets stored en suite
Hairdryers in each bathroom
Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, basic staples, and spices
Coffee & tea setup (Nespresso Pixie with starter pods, drip coffee maker, French press, grinder, tea)
Automatic ice and water dispenser
Bluetooth speaker
Baby gear: pak-n-play type travel crib, highchair
Small Appliances: blender, rice cooker, griddle, beaters, food processor, crockpot
Washer & Dryer
High-speed Internet/Wifi
Books & GamesThe Aerie has radiant in-floor heat with a heat pump for efficiency. Zones are controlled by individual thermostats.Ceiling fans are located in the bedroom and great room.
Firewood, kindling and newspapers are provided in season.
There is plenty of dry wood in the woodshed at the top of the driveway.
Beach fires are not permitted.
Cell coverage on the Sunshine Coast can be variable. For best mobile performance, we recommend enabling Wi-Fi calling on your phone. A landline is also provided for backup.
The Aerie is equipped with Optik TV and Apple TV. Streaming services such as Netflix and YouTube are available via TV apps.
If you sign into personal accounts, please remember to log out before departure.
Massage, yoga, and other wellness treatments can be arranged during your stay, either in the privacy of the Aerie or in dedicated garden spaces.
Advance booking is strongly recommended.
A private chef can be arranged for relaxed, in-suite dining featuring seasonal and locally inspired menus.
Advance booking required.
Aerie guests may add-on breakfast at the Pointhouse subject to availability and advance arrangements.
Breakfast is served at a pre-arranged time between 8:00 and 10:00 am. Dietary preferences and allergies can be accommodated with notice.
The Aerie operates as a self-contained accommodation. Bedding and towels are changed at the end of your stay unless otherwise requested. Additional housekeeping can be arranged for a fee.
The Lido Spa is a Nordic-inspired waterfront spa featuring hot, cold, and rest areas set within garden surroundings.
The spa operates independently from accommodations and requires advance booking.
A private four-person hot tub is located on the patio overlooking the ocean cove.
Please:
The system is programmed for optimal operation. Please use jets and lights only. Contact us if adjustments are needed.
A gas BBQ is provided. Gas is plumbed in- no tank. Please clean the grill and utensils after use and ensure gas is turned off at both the BBQ and deck box to avoid attracting wildlife.
Guests can enjoy gas firepit year round. Gas is plumbed in-no tank. Shut off valve attached to deck must be on. Igniter on side of unit. Press in and hold to turn on or use BBQ igniter.. Please replace cover after unit has cooled down.
There are some potted herbs on the back patio near the hot tub and edible berries throughout the landscape.
Aerie guests may access the beach via the marked trail between the greenhouse and the shipping container at the bottom of the driveway (identified by red/orange buoys).
Other waterfront areas, including the point rock, decks, dock and spa gardens surrounding the main Pointhouse are reserved for B&B and Lido Spa guests.
The paths, natural rock features, waterfront decks, dock and gardens surrounding the Pointhouse itself are reserved for guests staying there and who Lido Spa guests.
Please enquire about a property tour if you would like to see those areas or book in for an oceanfront breakfast if available.
Sargeant Bay Provincial Park is basically next door. There is a public beach access adjacent to our neighbours at 7777 Kenyon. The park offers remarkable diversity and habitat for nature appreciation, recreation, and conservation.
Rocky and log-jammed shoreline areas can be slippery, especially when wet. Please proceed with caution.
All accommodations on the Pointhouse estate share one septic system.
Flush toilet paper only. A bin is provided for feminine products, wipes, tissues, and paper towels. Please follow posted signage. Careful use prevents costly and disruptive failures.
Garbage is collected every two weeks (Wednesday).
Please place only non-recyclable, non-compostable items in the garbage. All food attractants must be secured between pickups in the wildlife-resistant shipping container near the beach path.
Compost is collected weekly.
Food scraps, fish bones, and soft shell items may be included. Seafood shells (crab, prawn, oyster) may be returned to the sea. Please avoid contamination.
Recycling is sorted and transported by your hosts to the community recycling centre.
Please rinse containers and remove food residue. Food-contaminated items are rejected at the depot and must be re-sorted by hand.
Fresh water comes from reservoirs with limited capacity. Conservation is always encouraged especially in our dry summer months with additional measures sometimes required if drought conditions persist for extended periods or seasons. Please use water thoughtfully.
This is an active wildlife area. Bears, deer, raccoons, coyotes, cougars, otters, bobcats, and eagles are commonly present.
Wildlife and pets do not mix. Please supervise children and pets and avoid leaving food or attractants outdoors.
Many sunscreens and bug repellents are harmful or toxic to the environment. Please consider using environmentally friendly brands, or alternative methods for prevention such as covering up (i.e. wearing a hat or long sleeves) or limiting exposure to stop the use of these products.
Several grocery options are available in Sechelt, including Clayton’s and Independent. Welcome Woods Market in Halfmoon Bay (approximately five minutes away) offers groceries, deli items, and beer/wine/liquor. The historic Halfmoon Bay General Store & Cafe also serves hot beverages, sandwiches as well as a good selection of groceries, frozen foods, local beer/cider/liquorand deli items
Dining options range from casual to destination restaurants along the Sunshine Coast. Hours can be seasonal.
The Sunshine Coast offers forest walks, beachcombing, paddling, cycling, hiking, and seasonal wildlife viewing. Kayaks and paddlecraft can be rented locally or brought by guests.
Storms can occasionally interrupt power. The Aerie does not have a backup generator.
Flashlights and candles are provided. Fireplaces may be used for warmth. In-floor heating retains heat for an extended period.
Smoke detectors are installed throughout. Fire extinguishers are located near the kitchen.
Use caution with fireplaces and candles. In case of fire, exit immediately, call 911, and notify us.
A first aid kit is available in the Aerie. For urgent needs, call 911. We can assist with directions to local medical services.
Motion-sensitive and low-level lighting is installed throughout the property for safety and navigation at night.
This guide is intended to make your stay easy, comfortable, and predictable — especially in a rural coastal setting. If something is missing or unclear, please let us know.
7747 Kenyon Rd.
Halfmoon Bay, BC V7Z 1C3
info@pointhouse.ca
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