Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast

Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast

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#1 of 13 B&Bs in Qualicum Beach
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Location
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Value
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
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For reservations, please book on-line via our website. Cornerstones B&B is an adult-oriented property located in the heart of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada. Conveniently situated, we are a short walk to Qualicum's quaint village shops, restaurants and galleries, Heritage Train Station and museum. For outdoor enthusiasts, we are surrounded by walking, hiking and cycling trails, golf courses, the curling club, tennis courts, lawn bowling and other sports facilities. With the ocean just a short stroll ahead, take in the scenic and interesting beach life, and enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking and other fun water activities. Our suites are spacious and comfortable, each offering a private 3 or 4 piece en-suite, sitting area, workspace, private balcony, television and bar fridge. Complimentary in suite coffee and tea, toiletries, robes, and WiFi are also provided. Enjoy a full breakfast each morning in our dining room, or el fresco on the veranda (weather permitting) overlooking the pretty front garden, green space and Heritage Train Station. Cuisine options vary daily, and most special requests can be accommodated. Enjoy the use of our lounge, exclusive to guests, where you can curl up by the fire with a book from our library, break out a board game, sip on a beverage, or meet up with other travellers. We offer complimentary parking, and storage for golf clubs, bikes, kayaks and paddle boards. Whether travelling for pleasure or business, discerning travellers choose Cornerstones as the place to call home when on Vancouver Island. Minimum 2-nights' reservations for all rooms.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Hiking
Water sport equipment rentals
Taxi service
Adults only
Baggage storage
Street parking
Wifi
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Bowling offsite
Canoeing offsite
Patio
Tennis court offsite
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Private balcony
Seating area
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL STYLE
Business
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English

Location

166 Harlech Rd, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1G9 Canada
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 71 out of 100
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Qualicum Airport
Alberni Valley Regional Airport
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5.0 of 5 bubbles218 reviews
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Nestled in a serene spot, Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast garners acclaim for its array of well-thought-out amenities that ensure a comfortable stay, such as quality toiletries and extra snacks. The hosts' commitment to service shines through, with numerous guests lauding their hospitality and attention to every detail. The B&B's location is celebrated for its tranquility and proximity to local attractions, while the atmosphere is noted for its inviting charm and gourmet breakfasts. Additionally, the cleanliness and spaciousness of the rooms are repeatedly praised, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Location
Convenient
Atmosphere
Inviting
Rooms
Comfortable
Cleanliness
Spotless
Service
Attentive
Amenities
Well-appointed

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Caribbeancrazy243 wrote a review Oct 2024
Winnipeg, Canada
Property's Favourite Review
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Had occasion this last week to go to Cornerstones for a second time in the last year. The extremely high standards of cleanliness and friendly service continue to be met. My wife and I have been to over 100 bed and breakfasts over the years and this location is right at the top of all of them. Great quiet location from which you can go on several adventures to places like Cathedral Grove or Goats on a Roof. Close to several golf courses and only 40 minutes from Courtney. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: October 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Oct 16, 2024
We were delighted to host this wonderful couple a second time. They are always a pleasure to chat with in the mornings. They're right. There's plenty to do in and around the B&B. We're glad they took in some of the local sights and activities. Thanks Caribbeancrazy243 for taking the time to write about your 2nd experience at Cornerstones. We're glad that we met your expectations and then some, especially with your years' experience staying at B&Bs all over the world. See you next time.
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Irene W wrote a review Feb 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I loved my three day stay at Cornerstones Bed and Breakfast. The Sunrise Room had a comfortable bed, a large bathroom with a shower and a soaker tub in the suite. Bottled water, snacks, fruit, and fresh baked goods were available in the room or in the foyer all day long. Kathy and Annabelle are hosts that really care about you and your experience at the B&B. Breakfast is first class! Conversations during breakfast were lively and entertaining. From the common area room, the dining room, and the bedroom suite, the place is tastefully decorated. The place is spotless, the location is quiet and peaceful, and the food is beyond delicious! Cornerstones B&B is a beautiful gem minutes away from the city centre. I highly recommend it! Irene
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Date of stay: February 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Feb 21, 2024
It's such fun building our Cornerstones community with interesting and friendly guests that make what we do all the more worthwhile. Irene was no different. We equally enjoyed our time with her and the robust conversations over breakfast every morning. Thanks Irene for taking the time to write about your time with us. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed it so much. We look forward to seeing you again. You're welcome anytime. Always.
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FrequentFlier292378 wrote a review Mar 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Annabelle and Kathryn, our friendly hosts greeted us at the door with homemade cookies…such a treat. Our bedroom upstairs was spacious with a large bathroom including top notch toiletries in addition to bath salts and a candle…such attention to detail. Our hosts shared some history of the area and were most helpful. We walked to the beach close by and into ‘the Village’ where we found beautiful souvenirs and edgy restaurants. The breakfast the next morning was beautifully presented and we loved the ‘homemade scones’ that Kathryn made. It was such a tranquil setting…the perfect place to unwind. We will DEFINITELY RETURN.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from annabelle cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Mar 14, 2024
We had a lovely time with this guest that showed great appreciation for all the things mentioned in the review. Thank you for staying at Cornerstones. It was lots of fun and fond memories of your time with us linger. Hope you’ll come back sometime. You’re always welcome here. Fresh cookies await….
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C D wrote a review Jul 2024
Port Moody, Canada
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We recently had a 3 night stay at Cornerstone Bed and Breakfast.
Annabelle and Kathryn are amazing hosts. The Bed and Breakfast is ideally located with a short walk into town and nearby walking trails. The room was very clean nicely laid out and we really enjoyed the deck space. The extra touches in the room included a nice basket of snacks, coffee maker and everything else you could think of.
Breakfasts were gourmet and delicious! We will definitely return.
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Date of stay: July 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Jul 31, 2024
What a lovely time we had hosting this guest and his lovely wife. We're happy to know that they enjoyed their time at Cornerstones and all that Qualicum Beach has to offer. A big thank you for taking the time to write about your experience with us. We look forward to hosting you again sometime.
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Dick D wrote a review Oct 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cornerstones ticks all the boxes for a perfect B&B. The house is spotless, the rooms spacious and comfortably furnished. Breakfast is a convivial experience with the other guests and the hosts. Menu choices are offered for each course and the food is delicious. In supplying the rooms and common area, they have anticipated a guest’s every need, including a generous supply of snacks and beverages in the room.
We stayed in the Sunrise Suite and the soaking tub was heaven! The owners live on site and do their own cooking, cleaning and gardening which enables them to maintain their high standards. Annabelle and Kathryn obviously enjoy hosting guests. They are fonts of information about the island and happy to provide restaurant and sightseeing tips. Advice about a road closure saved us some frustration.
To sum things up, you couldn’t ask for a better place to stay.
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Date of stay: October 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: Three rooms, all on the same floor so just pick what looks best in the photos.
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Oct 27, 2022
This lovely guest and his wife were a pleasure to host. So many moments of interesting conversation and fun at the breakfast table. It's a real pleasure to read his review and we're so happy to know that their stay at Cornestones B&B was enjoyable. We couldn't ask for better guests and hope they'll return one day. We would be delighted to do everything all over again. Many thanks Dick for the review. We truly appreciate it. See you again... You're always welcome here.
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Doug G wrote a review May 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cornerstone B&B to celebrate both a birthday and an anniversary. From the moment we were greeted by Annabelle at the door on arrival, we received friendly helpful service. The purpose build B&B is very clean, comfortable, modern, quiet, and tastefully decorated. Sitting on our relaxing private deck we were able to watch the deer and rabbits across the street. The complementary snacks in the room were a welcome treat, and I appreciate our hosts accommodating my dietary needs with gluten free snacks. Very nice touch! The private quest rooms are upstairs along with a comfortable central lounge, while the separate host accommodations are downstairs. Annabelle and Kathryn provided a wonderful breakfast with options to meet both our needs and tastes. Annabelle was a wealth of knowledge of local attractions and made several recommendations of places to visit and local restaurants. We travel extensively, and the Cornerstone is certainly the best B&B that we have stayed at, and we’d highly recommend staying there for anyone in the area. We will be back. Thanks Annabelle & Kathryn.
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Date of stay: May 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from annabelle cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Jun 3, 2023
It truly was a pleasure hosting this couple. We were honoured that they chose our bed and breakfast to celebrate their special occassions. Great chats over breakfast and the sharing of their incredible adventures around the globe made for interesting conversations supported by the most amazing photos. Thank you for taking the time to write about your time with us. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience and consider Cornerstones B&B the best B&B yet. Wow. We’re even more honoured! You’re welcome back anytime and when you return, we promise you’ll enjoy it just as much as you did this time. Until then….
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Carrie W wrote a review Mar 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place is a gem, as are the hosts, Annabelle and Kathryn. We have stayed at Cornerstone’s, with these hosts 3 or 4 times (losing track) now, and we will be back. The caring effort and detail these ladies put into running a spectacular B&B is evident from the minute you book with them. Freshly home baked goodies at the door, stocked fridge with various soft drinks and snacks, and superb breakfasts - which always accommodate dietary needs or preferences. And they remember all these details the next time you come. Beds are extremely comfortable, as are linens. Suites are clean. Soaps, lotions, shampoo, conditioner are carefully selected. It is simply a treat and pleasure to stay. Close to town and the beach. Easy access to Qualicum Foods. And Annabelle is always sharing details on things to do/places to see. Simply an awesome getaway. Perfect for a couple, a family or a girls getaway. We will be back. And I know they will stay in touch. ‘Arrive as a guest and leave as a friend’ is on their card. But it is not just a slogan. You will not be sorry if you stay here.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from annabelle cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Mar 31, 2023
Many thanks for your review covering all the details of your experince. We’re so glad you always stay with us, as we really enjoy hosting you and your lovely clan. It’s always hard to say good-bye but we take great comfort in knowing you’ll come back. Until next time……
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Sandra H wrote a review Apr 2024
Calgary, Canada
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cornerstones B&B was what made our stay in Qualicum Beach so special! Annabelle and Kathryn were such gracious hosts, making us feel very welcome. The breakfast meals were top notch, the room (Sunny) was spotlessly clean, well appointed and very comfortable (especially the bed). Having access to the lounge area with its comfy furniture, puzzles, books, etc. was a nice touch. The location of this B&B is perfect - quiet (we didn't even hear the owls who were nesting next door) and convenient. We arrived as guests and left as friends! We'll definitely return!
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Date of stay: April 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: They even let us check in a few hours before the specified time.
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Apr 12, 2024
This couple was a delight to host. We had such a lovely time and enjoyed hearing about their daily adventures at breakfast time. So happy to know that they enjoyed their time at Cornerstones B&B. We appreciate the review and promise to give them the same experience when they return one day. After all, like so many of our guests, they're now considered friends and we would love to host them again. Until your next visit.....
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Dennis Dempster wrote a review Aug 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We have had the good fortune to stay at a number of outstanding b and b's in Australia and internationally, but without question the Cornerstone Bed and Breakfast is the best. From the moment we arrived we knew we were staying at a very special place. The house is beautiful with a lovely welcoming garden. Our room, the Sunset Room, is very spacious and tastefully appointed with two extremely comfortable queen beds with quality linen, a fantastic bathroom with a large soaker tub and separate shower and a fabulous private balcony. Our room was very well stocked with an array of complimentary snacks and drinks. In every aspect our nine night stay was perfect. We started each day with incredible breakfast choices served in a beautifully appointed dining room. Above all else were our two incredible hosts, Annabelle and Kathy. They are two of the warmest, most caring people you could ever hope to meet. Their generosity of spirit and genuine care for their guests happiness and well being is second to none. We loved the breakfast chats and great suggestions for dining, music events, local activities and sights to see. We cannot thank Annabelle and Kathy enough for making our stay so memorable, so perfect.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded Aug 19, 2022
There are times where you just connect with guests, and this was one of those times. We were blessed to have this guest and his lovely wife join us for such a stretch of time. They become like family and it was hard to say good-bye. It was a real pleasure hosting this well-travelled and interesting couple. So many memories linger from their time with us.... We are grateful for the review and promise to maintain our standard for our guests' eventual return and all other travellers. It's what we do. It's what we love. Thank you.
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Harry B wrote a review May 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
There is a bolster pillow near the front door on which is embroidered “come as guests, leave as friends”. This reflects so much on Annabelle’s and Kathryn’s approach to their BnB. It was like coming home, being pampered without home chores. An easy and genuine atmosphere. Delicious and creative breakfasts, catering to our dietary needs, spacious, spotless and comfortable accommodation, our room, the “Sunrise” had a balcony too, overlooking the old rail station. A short distance to the village and beach made for a very pleasant stay.
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Date of stay: May 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Annabelle Cormack, Owner at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Responded May 14, 2024
Many thanks for taking the time to write about your time with us at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast. We're so happy to know that you enjoyed it here. We take great pride in making sure that travellers come as guests but leave as friends. It's our daily mantra and the reason we love what we do. Glad you felt that way and do hope you'll return one day. You're always welcome here. Always. The Sunrise suite awaits......
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Answer from Annabelle C
Richmond, Canada22 contributions5 helpful votes
Tania, my sincere apologies. We didn't realize you had sent a question, as we didn't receive a notification. We're so sorry to have missed you on your last trip. Hopefully we'll see you in the future. We now have a calendar of availability on our website. This will help you to see what's available when, and you can proceed with automatically booking on-line. Take care. Cornerstones B&B
Shirley T asked a question Jun 2021
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Are you open and prices for July
Answer from annabelle c
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We are open. The June promotion is for June only.
Derral W wrote a tip Aug 2024
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Parking is never a problem if you don’t drive there Avoid getting too busy be available to do the fun stuff."
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Catherine C wrote a tip Aug 2024
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The front garden is really pretty and it's a peaceful setting. "
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Alison H wrote a tip Aug 2024
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"If you’re not familiar with the area- the hosts have great suggestions to plan your days. "
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zoeyryan wrote a tip Jul 2024
Vancouver, Canada61 contributions34 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Plenty of easy parking in front of B&B"
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Sandra H wrote a tip Apr 2024
Calgary, Canada15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"They even let us check in a few hours before the specified time."
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include The Old Schoolhouse Arts Centre (0.4 km), Qualicum Beach Museum (0.2 km), and Qualicum Beach Farmer's Market (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Giovanni's Ristorante, Q Burger, and Gary's Bistro.
Are there any historical sites close to Cornerstones Bed & Breakfast?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Milner Gardens & Woodland (2.3 km).
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