Best Kept Secret in the Columbia Valley!

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Entire cabin

Dining room/ Living room shot to the exterior deck.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Mountain view

Explore the area

Canal Flats, BC

Tilley Memorial Park12 min walk
Canal Flats Arena5 min drive
Columbia Lake Provincial Park37 min drive
Cranbrook, BC (YXC-Canadian Rockies Intl.)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This Rustic log cabin is set on almost an acre of land, on serene Columbia Lake, and offers unparalleled privacy in a quiet residential neighbourhood.
With unobstructed mountain and lake views, you'll be able to watch the sunset over the lake from the covered deck, or enjoy a fire in the indoor or outdoor wood burning fireplace with friends and family. Located just 20 minutes from Fairmont Hot Springs, you'll enjoy all the area has to offer, in a quiet, natural setting. Worldclass skiing, hiking and golf are all within a 45 minute drive. Boat launch, day use area and beach are just a 10 minute walk away - or drive a little further down the road to enjoy Whiteswan Provincial Park, or Premier Lake. Prefer a more bustling atmosphere? Invermere is just 45 minutes away...with it's unique shopping and dining opportunities. With 3 bedrooms, sleeping for up to 8, and a full bathroom on every floor, there's room for everyone. Our kids love it here and yours will too: play structure, toys, and just good old exploring - it's the perfect place to unplug!

Keywords: house, cottage, chalet, lodge

Property manager

Chris Beecroft

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Fireplace

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Canal Flats

Located in Canal Flats, this cabin is near theme parks and on a lake. Riverside Golf Course and Fresh Professional are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thunder Hill Provincial Park and Tilley Memorial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Canal Flats Arena and Funtasia Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Canal Flats, BC

What's nearby

Tilley Memorial Park - 12 min walk
Canal Flats Arena - 5 min drive
Riverside Golf Course - 24 min drive
The Indian Baths - 25 min drive
Columbia Lake Provincial Park - 37 min drive

Restaurants

Fire valley Restaurant - 5 min drive
Columbia Inn - 4 min drive
Fire Valley 98 Restaurant - 4 min drive
Steve's Place Diner - 4 min drive
Viibrant Earth Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Kept Secret in the Columbia Valley! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Kept Secret in the Columbia Valley!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Kept Secret in the Columbia Valley!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Kept Secret in the Columbia Valley! located?

This family-friendly Canal Flats cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tilley Memorial Park, Canal Flats Arena and Kootenay River. Thunder Hill Provincial Park and Columbia Lake Provincial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Debbie C.

10 July 2023

Liked: Communication

Nice place!

Nice place to stay. Hosts were good at communicating. There were some minor "stuff" that could have been better and feedback was given to hosts. When we arrived wrong code given but did get in touch with host immediately who gave the correct code. Cottage was big enough for a family of 6 adults and 2 children. Overall good place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 July 2022

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

Family 2022

This property is absolutely amazing with a view to die for!! Coffee on the deck in the morning the deer was so peaceful and relaxing. The pictures on Vrbo do not do this house justice!! Well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, etc. The home and location were just what our family needed for our get away. Thank you Chris and Jennifer for opening your home up to us, it was a pleasure and we will be back the next time we come see family in the Valley 😊

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Kevin B., St Albert, Canada

26 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Quiet Peaceful and Serene

If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway with a beautiful mountain/lake view, then this property has it. The rustic cabin has plenty of room, a well stocked kitchen, lovely soaker tub and comfy master bed. The couches, furniture, carpets and games room are well worn and could use upgrading. We enjoyed the firepit and appreciated the free wood. There were a few maintainance issues when we first arrived but hosts were quick to respond and were resolved within 24 hours. Chris a Jennifer were friendly, professional and easy to communicate with and always responded within minutes.

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shuang W.

22 June 2022

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

Amazing home with great views

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. There was a plumbing issue in one of the bathrooms. The owner responded very quickly when we brought up the issue. The house was clean and comfortable. What we like the most about the lake view and close proximity to the beach. We would highly recommend this place if you have a young family and are looking for an escape from the urban living.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisdair D.

13 May 2022

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful location

We cannot say enough wonderful things about this property and the owners. It is just a breathtaking house in an equally beautiful and peaceful location. So many amenities inside and out for everyone including a play area outside and games room inside. The rooms were so clean and everything we needed was there. The owners were amazing to check in with us and also to advise things to see in the area. We had a wonderful time as a family and cannot wait to go back here.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris Beecroft

Jen, Chris and family purchased the home partially constructed and have been working on completing it over the last eight years. We relish in our time away at the cabin. We enjoy it so much we wanted to share it with others and help pay for ongoing expenses.

Why they chose this property

We loved camping in the Invermere and Windermere Area but found the area to be a bit busy for us. A friend's parents own a place at Columbia Ridge Estates and we vacationed there with them. When we stumbled upon the area 7 years later we fell in love with the quiet location but appreciated that it was close enough to day trip to the bigger centres of Invermere, Kimberley, and Panorama.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with having the view of the lake from the front window and then the base of the mountain just out the other side of the property. The wildlife is abundant with Bighorn Sheep, Bald Eagles, Deer, Elk, Bears and even the aloof Cougar. The stars from the deck are amazing and the kids often camp out on the deck with their air mattresses.

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