Welcome to your idyllic lakefront vacation retreat! This quiet, quaint family-friendly 1800 square foot house with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is nestled in the woods and located right on the waterfront in the quiet west arm of beautiful Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy swimming and fishing from the private dock, lounging in the backyard or BBQ-ing on the deck against the backdrop of the pristine lake. Sandy beach for easy access in and out of the water and for little ones to play in. Bring your own kayaks and paddleboards to embark on your adventures exploring around the lake. Or rent your watercraft at the local marina for waterskiing and jet skiing. The Lakehouse Restaurant is a mere 5 minute walk away, and the historic Kinsol Trestle, Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, Shawnigan Lake Museum and the Merridale Cidery & Distillery are nearby. Minimum 4 night stay requirement / maximum of 8 persons.
Property manager
Calvin L.
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number H927094363
About the area
Shawnigan Lake
Located in Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Mill Bay Centre and Duncan Farmers Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and Memory Island Provincial Park. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Shawnigan Lake, BC
What's nearby
West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Old Mill Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Merridale Estate Cidery - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Kinsol Trestle - 33 min drive - 26.4 km
Butchart Gardens - 59 min drive - 52.8 km
Getting around
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 18 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Tim Hortons - 13 min drive
Westcoast Fish n Chips - 13 min drive
Cobblestone Inn - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, Shawnigan Lake Museum and Kinsol Trestle. McGee Creek Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Stunning and so cozy! Would absolutely stay again.
My family stayed at the cabin for 10 days over the Christmas break, and it absolutely exceeded our expectations! BEAUTIFUL view, stunning and homey interior, a quick drive to shopping essentials, and just a hop away from the Lakehouse restaurant/bar (but we ended up spending 90% of our time just enjoying the cabin). Calvin was very responsive and friendly, and we had no issues during our stay. I’m looking forward to booking this property again for a future getaway!
Upon arrival the property exceeded our expectations. The property was immaculate,and larger than the pictures led us to believe. Calvin contacted us on arrival and was easily contactable should we have needed anything. We would happily stay there again. theexpectations. The property was immaculate. and even
Really nice and exceptional locational at Lake Shawnigan.
Priviledged access to the Lake and spacious cabin with all the facilities for even longer stays...lots of rules to follow but
nevertheless highly recommendable
We loved our stay at this little slice of paradise! The house was clean and cozy and very well appointed. The beds were very comfortable and the towels were soft and fluffy. My elderly parents were very happy to have a main floor bedroom so they didn’t have to do stairs to access their room each night.
The particular spot on the lake was ideal. The dock had sunshine all day while the house is tucked into the shade for most of the afternoon which helped to keep it cool during the heat of the day. We had so much fun kayaking and paddle boarding and floating off the dock.
The house is close to shopping and restaurants and we even took an excursion up to the Cowichan River to float the river at the Tube Shack. The Keslor Trestle is a short five minute drive and we were able to take my 81 year old mother along since there are benches along the 1km trail to rest.
We had a wonderful vacation and hope to be back next summer!
We were in the area for my daughter’s hockey camp and it was a great place to relax and enjoy the lake when she was done at the rink. Also fun exploring the area with my parents while she was at camp.
We had an amazing time!!!! The lake and home is amazing! It’s also very cool in super hot weather which was awesome! The beach was great for our 3 year old and very friendly neighbors as well which made you feel welcome to!
My family had a wonderful time at this property for our mini weekend getaway to Shawnigan Lake. The home was very well appointed and had everything we could have wanted to enjoy our stay in the cottage. The rooms and furnishings were so comfortable and spacious for our group of 4. Everything was very clean and the host provided us with lovely recommendations on things to do and places to dine at near Shawnigan. The home was located on a beautiful, scenic part of the lake. Spending our afternoons on the dock, sunbathing and swimming was so much fun. Everything went very smoothly with the booking process and the host was timely and responsive to our questions. They even left us a lovely welcome basket with snacks and wine! My kids and I can't wait to go back again! I highly recommend this beautiful property.
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Calvin L.
We are a family of four from Vancouver, and this is our family vacation home. We are so privileged to share this wonderful property with you, and we hope that you are able to create lasting memories from it just as we have.
Why they chose this property
Shawnigan Lake is the most beautiful place in Canada. You can really do every water-based activity here - swimming, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wakeboarding, boating and jet skiing. Plus, you can go on some really amazing hikes up Mount Baldy and the Kinsol Trestle
What makes this property unique
We take great pride in furnishing our vacation home, and have equipped it with what we would want in a vacation home.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests