10/10 Excellent
Nicola M.
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect off-grid getaway
Nicola M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Cabin
Best West Kootenay Off-Grid Tiny House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 421.7 sq m
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Explore the area
Salmo, BC
- Crawford State Park22 min drive
- Gardner Cave22 min drive
- Red Mountain Resort69 min drive
- 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
Best West Kootenay Off-Grid Tiny House
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 :)
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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
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
Property Registration Number H984580618
About the area
North America
Salmo, BC
What's nearby
- Crawford State Park - 22 min drive - 13.4 km
- Gardner Cave - 22 min drive - 13.7 km
- Whitewater Ski Resort - 51 min drive - 60.9 km
- Trail Memorial Centre - 55 min drive - 63.3 km
- Red Mountain Resort - 69 min drive - 78.1 km
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Elisabeth
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Elisabeth
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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(!)
Languages:
Spanish
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