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Honeymoon Bay Cottage

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Terrace/patio
Room
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mesachie Lake, BC
  • Bear Lake
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Central Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1-Main

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2- Second

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Attic bedroom

2 Double Beds

Nook Bed (not private room)

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Honeymoon Bay Cottage

Enjoy a memorable visit when you stay in this historic and unique beachfront cottage. Complete with a 10' barrel sauna with 6' fish eye view of the lake! This charming and historic former float home is over a century old! Like some others around the bay, it was brought up on land around 1950, and expanded upon in the years after.
The 1920 cottage’s unique character and warm happy vibes immediately come across upon arrival. It’s love at first sight for each lucky guest who holidays here.
Inside the house, you’ll find patina’d old original fir floors that slope and waver underfoot.
On the main level are the kitchen, dining, and living rooms, as well as the bathroom and three sleeping areas. The upper level holds bedroom #4.

Bedroom One is off to the side of the kitchen. It has a soft and feminine feel to it. In close view of the queen size bed(king non-allergenic duvet) is our newest acquisition, a lovely and romantic fireplace that turns on with the flick of a switch. There is a 10’ iPhone charger within easy reach of the bed, just incase you forgot yours at home! Decor palette is white, grey, pink, blond.

Bedroom Two is farther back in the house, with high ceilings and more dresser space for the guest who doesn’t pack light. The colour scheme falls to whites and blues, again with that old original wooden floor spread out beneath the bedside rugs. Warm tone bedside lamps offer a gentle alternative in the evening when winding down from a day out on the water, in the queen size memory foam bed.

Bedroom Nook
Even though this adorable little space holds only the basics, it is anything but! Lay back in bed and watch the early morning lake sit as still as glass. This L-shaped semi private area holds a twin size bed, lamps, antique bureau, comfortable chair, and bedside rug. All this is expertly fit just off the dining area, closed off behind a bamboo screen. This is area also holds two bookcases loaded with a curated selection of novels, fascinating local history, children’s books, and boardgames(both family and adult orientated), and quality binoculars to take in the sights outdoors.

Bedroom Four, our newest addition, is located in a section of converted attic space, with its own entrance off the front deck. A staircase leads you up off the main deck to an outdoor space of your very own! This small yet private deck holds a bistro set perfectly set to capture the extended view from this aerial perch. Inside, you will find two double beds, a vintage chair and handmade table by the window. The room is lit by the sun capturing skylight, two bedside lights, and an extraordinary antique handmade swag lamp over the larger dresser. The decor colour palette is white, gold, green, and sisal.
*Part of this room sits above Bedroom One, so be aware there can be some sound transfer between the two rooms, especially during quieter moments.

The dock has secure moorage if you care to bring a boat along to explore some of the 110kms of shoreline this lake has to offer. If you’re looking for adventures that are closer to base, take a kayak or SUP off the rack for a spin around the bay or beyond.
*There are different sizes of life jackets available but it is always advisable to bring one from home that is a secure fit!

The Bathroom holds a small sink/vanity, toilet, and an old vintage tub/shower combo.
We include shampoo/conditioner, face and body wash, hand soap. Also provided for your use are a hairdryer, flat iron, and curling wand. There are oft-forgotten toiletries in a basket such as: toothpaste, body lotion, sunburn aloe creams, etc. There are cleaning supplies in the vanity under the sink if your stay is long and you want to freshen things up.

The Kitchen currently holds a full sized fridge, four burner cooktop, double sink, and XL toaster oven. All dish-ware, glassware, cookware, cooking implements, utensils, and serving ware are provided. There is a comprehensive spice/seasoning rack and basic condiments in the fridge. There is no dishwasher, microwave, or full-size oven.

Although there is almost all day sun here, sunsets are where the real magic happens, they can be spectacular!

Property manager

Tony Brinks

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Cowichan

Located in Lake Cowichan, this cabin is on the beach. Cowichan River Provincial Park and Lily Beach Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cowichan Lake Sports Arena and Kaatza Station Museum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Mesachie Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • Mesachie Lake - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Central Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 74 min drive - 86.9 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪J & V's Burgers & Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Honeymoon Bay Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Honeymoon Bay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Honeymoon Bay Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Honeymoon Bay Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake Cowichan cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Lily Beach Park and Central Park. Stin-Qua Beach Access and Mesachie Lake Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lake stay

Great location! Beds were great!!Amenities were Lacking. Would be charming in the summer weather but in the freezing temps we were all hovered around the main furnace to try to stay warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tales of the unexpected

Very rustic, nice location, warm. Upgrade to the kitchen would be great. Rest of facilities as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake view

Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation Summer 2024

Hreat stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very sweet !!!

AMAZING family get ways
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Opal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the lake!

Very charming cottage in a great sunny location. Lots of really personalized design touches and super cute vintage vibes. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

Honeymoon Bay Cottage was everything we could ask for for a summer vacation - plenty of beds for extra family, water toys, and even a dock to jump into the water! We will 100% come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and comfortable, quirky little spot

This character house was all it said it would be, and more. I loved the location, the beach, the whole setup. Wish I owned it, it was so great. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute lake cabin!

Cute, eclectic lake cabin on a beautiful & quiet spot on the lake. We were a group of 6 (adults and teens) and even though the weather wasn’t great for our stay, we still had a great time hanging out at the dock during the brief sunny spells, and also in the cozy cabin. Lots of games, books, puzzles. Great communication from the hosts as well! Really pleasant weekend away :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Lovely waterfront property

Awesome spot with private waterfront. Neighbours are very close though on adjacent lots. Dogs on both sides. Attic space got quite warm at night. No window or airflow without leaving door wide open, which allows bugs in. Kitchen and bathroom very well stocked. Also lots of board games in case of bad weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ross H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Rustic cabin, funky good memories

The cabin itself was rustic and funky much like the description. Location was awesome right on the water with lots to do - great that they offered paddles boards and kayaks for use. We all loved the stone in the bathroom! Haha! Our disappointment was the cleanliness of the place the two beds upstairs in the 3rd bedroom were not clean dirty sheets, the nook bed was also not cleaned dirty sheets a pop can was left on the window sill the fridge was dirty and had so many condiments ( some that expired) left in the door it also was had water droplets leaking down on your food. We had to clean the fridge before putting our food in it. The toaster over was very greasy and so we did not use it. It seemed as though it was blasted full of air freshener to try make it seem cleaner then it was. Overall we had a great stay and made the best of what we had for the cleaning fees associated with it we hope that the host can speak to cleaners to ensure this doesn’t happen to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tony Brinks

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Languages:

English