Best West Kootenay Off-Grid Tiny House

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 421.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Salmo, BC

Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Hey - wanna unplug??! Need some rest? This well insulated, off grid cabin with its outdoor kitchen is the place you want to be. The gorgeous and serene lake just 2.5km up the road is a placid walk or an easy drive. The lake is very warm and refreshing, fed by dozens of natural aquifer springs. Pack-it-in and pack-it-out, bring your own bedding and foods, this tiny house it tucked away among the cedars. Enjoy the crisp air - the Quiet awaits you!

This area has incredible hiking, fishing, back-country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, canoeing and jet boating - ALL WITHIN MINUTES OF THIS LOCATION. The Pend Orielle, The Columbia, and the Kootenay rivers are all nearby. Rosebud Lake is a non-motorcraft lake and is excellent for canoes, kayaks and paddle boards. There are hundred upon hundred of turtles in the lake (all very friendly and shy) and huge dragonflies (which eat all the mosquitos!) It's an excellent place for peace and quiet. This location is VERY CENTRAL and a short drive to Salmo, Trail or Castlegar or Nelson. It's a reasonable drive to get to from Spokane and Creston as well. One of the neighbours opened a little store, for eggs and ice cream and other summer snacks.

The tiny house has a twin futon mattress inside, and there is an extra single mattress if there are more than two in your party. Bring your own bedding please, as this is an OFF-GRID scenario. The building is new construction, with a classic Dickensen Marine propane heater. With two people the space holds the heat wonderfully. Outside, you'll find a barbecue and two-burner for meal prep. You may wish to bring your own camping set-up as well, if you're familiar with your own equipment.

Water is provided and collected from the well on the property into a large dispenser. OUTHOUSE. Hot showers available - please enquire.

The tiny house itself is nestled amongst cedars and hemlock at the back of the property. It's very secluded and serene (see photos).

Coming in 2024! a gazebo/deck atop the hill for a nice sunny lookout :)

Property manager

Phil

Languages

Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pull-out double sofa with extra linens available

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

This property uses a grey water recycling system

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

North America

Salmo, BC

Getting around

Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional) - 49 min drive

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About the host

Hosted by Phil

This Tiny House has been a dream in the making for several years. I love a quiet walk in the forest, and I've placed this on the most serene part of the property. The air is usually moist and is always very fresh. The house is nestled perfectly into the hills for a charming quiet of only forest sounds. I'm aiming for this to be a sweet retreat for families and couples, as well as artists who need time for quality reflection and contemplation.

Why they chose this property

This location is surprisingly central to a variety of townships, as well as Spokane, just to the south. I thrive on serenity, and the sweet little lake up the road provides just that, with a lovely walking path around to the back side where there is a picnic table to be discovered. It is a nature reserve, dedicated by the local municipality, and so the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife is in abundance.

What makes this property unique

Our little community is packed with competent DIY folk with successful businesses and working homesteads. It is sparsely populated, and one neighbour just opened up a cute little corner-store - The Rosebud Mercantile! She has an abundance of fresh eggs, and if you're lucky - some goat milk(!) People here are truly 'living the dream,' so come have a taste of it(!)