Welcome to The Annex — your spacious oceanview retreat on the Sunshine Coast.
Designed for families and small groups, it offers room to gather, unwind, and settle into coastal life. Follow the forested path to the beach below, soak under open skies, and make yourself at home
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 Annex carefully for incoming guests and attend to any required maintenance.
5667 Annex Road
Sechelt, BC, Canada V7Z 0T3
The Annex uses a coded entry lock. Your access code will be sent prior to arrival.
Ample of street parking is available directly in front of the Annex.
There is a regular 15 amp plug in for slow charging.. Bring your own adapter if necessary.
Best to try us directly rather than through platform apps such as AirBnB or Vrbo. If you can’t get hold of us or Allison our onsite host and need urgent help with anything contact:
Roger(our handyman) 604-618-8407
Dogs should be on a leash unless they are inside the house or in the back yard/deck with the gates closed.
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. Please be mindful of tv, music and conversation volume .
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 ( Drip coffee maker, French press, grinder, tea)
Automatic ice and water dispenser
Bluetooth speaker
Baby gear: crib, pak-n-play type travel crib, highchair(s)
Small Appliances: blender, griddle, beaters, food processor, crockpot
Washer & Dryer
High-speed Internet/Wifi
Books & Games
TV, VCR, DVD's
Work desksThe Annex has a heat pump for energy efficiency with forced air floor vents. Central thermostat controls both heating and cooling (AC) . Additional ceiling fans circulate air in the master bedroom and loft areas.
Firewood, kindling and newspapers are provided in season.
There is plenty of dry wood in the woodshed at the top of the property beside the greenhouse.
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 Annex is equipped with Optik 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 Annex .
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.
Annex 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 Annex operates as a self-contained accommodation. Bedding and towels are changed at the end of your stay. 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 five 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.
The Annex has extensive gardens with culinary herbs, veggies, flowers and trees throughout the property. Please enjoy.
Annex guests have access to a quiet pebbled beach via a public marked trail directly across from the house. Named Cardiac Beach, the trail is not for the faint of heart. There are some steep sections, board walks, stairs and rocks to navigate to get to this treasure.
Our two kayaks live down here above the high tide line. Paddles and PFD’s are in the garage at the Annex.
Sargeant Bay Provincial Park is a 2-3 minute drive. There is a shingle beach with sand at low tide. The beach is separated from a marsh by a barrier berm. Upland forests are full of trails. 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.
The Annex has a 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 usually only for short periods.
Flashlights and candles are provided. Fireplaces may be used for warmth. In-floor heating in the master bath 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.
Please turn the outside lights off at night. The switch is by the front door which controls the light by the door and the lights on the garage. They shine towards our neighbour’s house
The Annex is a private home. Our local STR host Allison lives in a completely separate carriage suite on the property and is available if guests need assistance.
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
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