Queens Bay Hideaway Lakefront Cottage

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Nelson, BC

Balfour Golf Course20 min walk
Balfour Ferry Terminal2 min drive
Kootenay Lake Ferry Terminal57 min drive
Castlegar, BC (YCG)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A rare private Kootenay Lakefront cottage that is nestled at the end of a quiet no-thru road at the edges of the sheltered Queens Bay. The cottage is located 30 minutes between Nelson and Kaslo just North of the Balfour Ferry Terminal.

The completely renovated 700 square foot cottage is the only residence on the property and sleeps 5-6 people with two bedrooms including a Queen bed, two single beds and a sofa couch. The inside of the cottage, with its' wood interior is bright and has large windows looking out to the lake. You can watch the sun and moon rise over the Purcell Mountains while the ferry passes in front between Balfour and Crawford Bay and the loons call in the bay. It is an easy walk to the Balfour Golf Course across the roadway or take the forested trail along the lake into the little community of Balfour where there is a wonderful bakery, convenience store and two pub/restaurants on the water.

Relax on the brand new and larger deck that was just completed April 2017, or swim in the warmest waters of Kootenay Lake then head out and explore what the area has to offer from Golf that is five minutes away, hot springs (Ainsworth Hot Springs is 20 mins away), cave exploring, fishing charters, hiking, mountain biking or zip-lining and end the day at one of the excellent restaurants or pubs a short distance away. The perfect way to wind down after an action packed day is a campfire down at the beach.

We have been renting our other Kootenay Lakefront cabin (Kootenai Hideaway) near Kaslo for over ten years. In the Spring of 2016 we completed a major renovation of Queens Bay Hideaway and have had guests since April who have all had positive comments. For some of the reviews, please look at our ad in the website for both of our cabins. Ask to have a copy of the Day Trip Distance and local Information package sent to you.
Pets are considered with an additional fee of $20 per pet per night and collected separately by owners.
Note: Queens Bay Hideaway is located 2 Kms North of the Balfour Ferry Terminal on Green Rd.
General:

- Crib
- Linens Provided

Four wheel or all wheel drive vehicles are recommended for the road to the cabin during the Winter months.

Property manager

Kootenay Lake Hideaways

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Balfour

Located in Balfour, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kootenay Lake and Kootenay River, while Touchstones Museum and Langham Cultural Centre are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like skiing.

Nelson, BC

What's nearby

Balfour Golf Course - 20 min walk
Balfour Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive
Kokanee Creek Provincial Park - 12 min drive
Kootenay Lake Ferry Terminal - 57 min drive
Kokanee Springs Golf Course - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dock 'N' Duck - ‬2 min drive
‪Old World Bakery and Deli - ‬3 min drive
‪Boccalino Restaurant Motel & Cabins - ‬57 min drive
‪Tees Clubhouse Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
‪Lang's Marina & Snack Bar - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Queens Bay Hideaway Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Queens Bay Hideaway Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Queens Bay Hideaway Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Queens Bay Hideaway Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Balfour Golf Course, Balfour Ferry Terminal and Kootenay Lake. Kootenay River is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana K.

15 June 2024

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

Amazing!

Beautiful place! We will come back again! Thank you !

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

20 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Had a good stay

Did not receive any confirmation close to time drove there not having a clue if we even had a place to stay. no answer from property manager vrb could not help, We did not have an address. eventually found the owner phone # who gave us the adress and lock box info thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

18 Nov 2022

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

Fantastic getaway

We had a very relaxing getaway at your beautiful cottage. We had every thing we needed. The kids were comfortable. The location is fantastic. Just far enough away yet close enough to whatever adventures you want. We enjoyed our Kootenay holiday!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

24 Oct 2022

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

Good access too amazing country

Mostly a base camp for us. Didn't spend much time at the property. Very clean and well maintained. The access path was a challenge and would be for anybody carrying gear.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roneé B.

10 Apr 2022

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

Carefree Cottage Vacation

What a great place to stay. The owners were so friendly and available for all our questions. Made great recommendations about the area. The location is peaceful and picturesque. Watching the ferry in the evening and fires on the beach! There are all the amenities you need to stay in but centrally located to Nelson, Kaslo and the Balfour wonderful free ferry to Kootenay Bay on the east side of the lake. You need to take your things down the to the cottage so our recommendation is not to pack heavy bags. We would definitely stay there again or at their other vacation rental further North. Outstanding

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

7 Mar 2022

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

Great cottage with a beautiful view!

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Comfy and cozy space. Amazing view of the mountains across the lake.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Dec 2021

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

Holiday cheer

We had a quiet Christmas in this lovely cabin with beautiful views. Hosts made every effort to make sure we had a great stay. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

19 Feb 2021

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

Beautiful spot and great cozy cabin

No problems throughout entire stay, loved it there! Would highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

11 Feb 2021

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

Relaxing Get-Away

The property is exactly as represented. Clean with all of the amenities. Nothing fancy but all of the furnishings and appliances are modern and in great condition. The views of the lake and surrounding mountains are stunning. Darrell, our host was prompt in responding and has provided plenty of information in the cottage about the surrounding areas and things to do. We arrived after a snowfall and the walkway to the home and stairs had been cleared for our arrival. Two things to note. Google will get you to the cottage but definitely adhere to the directions which Darrell provides with respect to the turn-off to Green road (Google tries to send you down section of the road which doesn't really exist). Also, there is a pretty steep path with switch-backs down from the road to the cottage. It is well kept but people with mobility issues would not be able to make it.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

9 Jan 2021

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

Beautiful Cabin and Location

My wife and I stayed here for a few days while setting my wife up at school. It had all of the amenities we needed and Darrell was quick to help us out when we hit a snag. The location is right on the water and has a gorgeous view. I highly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., Calgary

15 Oct 2020

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

Beautiful location on Kooteney lake

We had a great two weeks stay from September 15 to the 29th, 2020. The cabin was clean and modern. They had completely gutted it and redone it beautifully with all modern fixtures. The Wi-Fi work great. The only drawback were the stairs coming down a steep hill to the cabin. We had to be very careful as we are both over 65 and not 100% mobile. But it all turned Ok. Nobody fell! We had our three small dogs with us as well and they completely enjoy the experience. We were a little too late in the season to go swimming but enjoyed the beautiful scenery every day.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stuart L., Squamish

31 Oct 2019

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

Beautiful lake views at this great 2 bed waterfront cottage in a peaceful location

The Kootenay Lake Hideaway was the perfect spot for our long weekend away, visiting and exploring Nelson and Balfour. The expansive views are stunning whatever the weather brings, and the cottage itself was the perfect size for our small family. We didnt get the chance to enjoy welcome additions like the BBQ and firepit, hopefully next time as we would definitely return. The cottage has the perfect mix of functionality, charm and modernization, and was spotless inside. Would love to spend a week here in the future. The main bedroom bed frame / mattress can be a bit noisy if you toss and turn but didnt hinder our sleep as its so peaceful here (no highway noise)

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

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10/10 Excellent

16 Oct 2019

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

Stunning view from such a peaceful location in the fall

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

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8/10 Good

11 Sept 2019

Queens Bay Hideaway

Stunning view of Kootenay Lake, very comfortable accommodation. Had a totally relaxing vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

10 June 2019

Very Relaxing

Great view! Very relaxing. The cabin was clean comfortable, and well stocked with the basic needs. Received some great information on things to do, and places to eat. The mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and wildlife are endless. Would definitely like to come back and stay again. Thanks.

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10/10 Excellent

26 May 2019

Relaxing Stay

What a great view! Very relaxing. Clean, comfortable, and well stocked with basic needs. Received great information on things to do, and places to eat. The mountains, lakes, waterfalls and wildlife are endless. Would definitely like to come back and stay at the cabin again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019