Our Coffee Roastery

Our love for travel and coffee inspired us to start roasting our own coffee in our backyard, right here on the Sunshine Coast.

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Our Vacation Suite

Our Sweet Start Suite in Lower Gibsons is a one-bedroom/one-bath private vacation unit that offers all the comforts of home during your stay on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

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Life on the Coast

Gibsons is a 40-minute ferry ride from West Van and a fantastic location for a weekend getaway from the hustle and bustle of Vancouver.

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The Coffee

It all started with a barbecue burner and a Whirley Pop popcorn maker. How we started roasting our own coffee in our backyard!

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The Suite

The Sweet Start B&B Suite is your home away from home. The single, first floor private unit features a spacious living room, full galley kitchen, a dining area, and a king-sized bed for your added comfort.

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Find Us at Gibsons Farmers Market

Find us at Gibsons Farmers Market at Persephone Beer Farm on Sundays from 10am - 3pm until Labour Day weekend!

What Our Guests Are Saying

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Weegee is an amazing host. Her Airbnb is perfect and she puts out the most amazing personal touches to make your vacation all the Mose special. Can’t wait to return for another amazing weekend escape.

Jim T. (June 2019) Airbnb.ca
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Hospitality and cleanliness were great. Weegee and her husband were very inviting. The extra touches made our stay very special; granola, muffins, fresh coffee and the local paper with the community events. We will be staying here again.

Champagne U. (March 2019) AirBnB.ca

Sweet Start News

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    The word “holoholo” is a Hawaiian term for taking a trip or ride for pleasure. It’s like going out for a Sunday drive with no real destination in mind. It’s hitting the open roads without a list of errands or even an agenda. Or more …

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  • Thrift Store Shopping in Gibsons, B...

    I’m always in search of that unique, got to have item that you can’t buy in a box store or via search online. As it turns out, Gibsons is a great place to hit the thrift stores! Continue Reading

Dreams are Sweeter on the Coast!

Ready to head for the Sunshine Coast for your vacation or weekend getaway?

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Mike and Weegee Sachtjen
604-315-4328
[email protected]

Operating with the Town of Gibsons Business License

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