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RIVERSIDE/4BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly Eco-Getaway

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Children's area
Cozy spacious cabin perfect for families. All the comforts of home :-)
Property grounds
Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Popular LocationWest Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationKinsol Trestle45 min drive
  • Popular LocationButchart Gardens67 min drive
  • AirportGanges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

RIVERSIDE/4BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly Eco-Getaway

(*will still be Legal after changes). Secluded, yet central to SIX communities: Shawnigan Lake, Mill Bay, Cobble Hill, Cowichan Bay, Victoria and Duncan and amenities.

'Come experience how it can be to live 'off the grid' sustainably in a beautiful, whisper quiet, peaceful, Eco-friendly, and a popular lodge near the TC bike trail. Family friendly with fire-pits, gazebo, outhouse, campsite, basketball court, picnic tables and Playground.

* Newly upgraded solar system (June/ 21) & high speed unlim Starlink WIFI. Modern, automated, Off-grid systems/solar with lithium batteries & backup power. All-gas appliances, on demand hot water.
Private deck/ enclosed dog pen. Shabby chic country design...Kayak, and floaties available.

Stay in the 3 BR+Den main w/ huge Pacific Energy wood stove. Campsites upon request.

Pet friendly: If needed, there is a fenced pen surrounding entrances/ decks.

Activities:
Best hiking, riding and ATV trails
Biking: Next to the Transcanada trail (Victoria or/Duncan, Cowichan)
Sailing: Cowichan Bay
Swimming: Koksilah river, Shawnigan Lake

Walking distance to 'Burnt Bridge', Koksilah provincial campground, Damali Lavender farm, Many (Unsworth,Merridale) Vinyards, Kinsol Trestle, and the 100 mile ride site. River, waterfalls and Hiking trails surround. Wildlife mecca.

Kinsol Trestle and the Cowichan Valley Bike Trail to North Island from Victoria has been restored. After the fire of 1993..
“With a length of 614 feet, it is the longest trestle in the British Commonwealth.
“Being 145 feet high (taller than a 14 story building) it is the highest wooden trestle in the world.” –Macdonald and Lawrence, Timber framing specialists.

10 minutes to West Shawnigan lake beach park, Shawnigan Lake school and the town Village -all the basics.
20 minutes to Cowichan Bay, Cobble Hill, Mill Bay, Duncan
Victoria, numerous amenities, golf courses, wineries, and ferries within an hour..

Cell Service ****** Rogers Cell Service works well at the property. Bell and Telus the signal is not as strong.

There is a caretaker on staff on site and/or 24/7 assistance to manage all off grid systems so that all you need to worry about is how much fun you are having.:-)
Security or Damage Deposit

A refundable security/damage deposit of 200.00 CAD is due immediately.
When warranted, the deposit (or portion thereof) is refunded within 5 days of departure., Groups of young adults may be subject to a larger deposit.

Pet Policy, Deposit and Fees

Pets are allowed.
Pets allowed:Any Pet
A security deposit of 100.00 CAD is not included in any calculations for the 'Total Rent' or 'Booking Notice'.
Deposit applicability: Any number of pets.
A guest must request this optional service.
Maximum allowed: Four and more Pets
Fenced area(s) for dogs may be available. Please inquire.
NOTE: Persons traveling with and requiring a Service Animal have special rights and must be granted access regardless.

Cleaning on Departure

A fee is charged for Cleaning on Departure
One-time fee of 100.00 CAD for stays of any number of nights or occupants.

Cleaning During Stay

There is no cleaning/maid service available.

Parking

Parking is free.
Waterfront and/or Beach

Property is waterfront (i.e. no properties between the property and water OR property is in a community with private waterfront access).
Koksilah River is a 2 minute walk from the property crossing a road. The sand and rocks beach gradient is gradual for a long distance. There is no dock, moorage or float anchor.
Beautiful private swimming: several beach areas on the river Sailboats available for and#39;charterand#39; Kayak available for use

Snow Skiing and Boarding

Property is not near a ski resort.
Telephone Fee

Phone use is included in the rent.
Guest's mobile phone is recommended. There is no phone supplied.
Outbound long distance calls are restricted to a calling card, collect calls or toll free numbers.

Air Conditioning and Fees

Air Conditioning is included in the rent

Property manager

kiki

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and Old Mill Park, while Shawnigan Lake Museum and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are cultural highlights. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 15 min drive
  • Old Mill Park - 20 min drive
  • Kinsol Trestle - 45 min drive
  • Butchart Gardens - 67 min drive
  • Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal - 73 min drive

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Black Swan Inn - 17 min drive
  • Rayas Pizza - 17 min drive
  • JJ Coconuts - 21 min drive
  • The Lake House at Shawnigan - 12 min drive
  • The Galley Grill - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RIVERSIDE/4BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly Eco-Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
My family and I had a lovely stay in this off-grid getaway. The house is extremely well stocked and tn host made everything about our stay so convenient and easy. We would love to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KD D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
Great spot! You'll read mixed reviews on the location/accommodations. But if you read what Kiki offers, it's exactly that. Essentially we knew what we were getting into and it was a perfect and peaceful get a way. We had 2 kids, my husband and I and my mother in law. We had plenty of space for everyone to have their own room and then some. Lots of outside space for kids, along with toys and play equipment. We spent our days in Victoria and as north as Sidney. It is a bit of a drive, but it was worth it for the space and accommodations. There is no way we would have found the same accommodations closer to the City. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More Natural
Totally away from the loud bustle of any town. Peace, privacy and back to nature. For that you give up cell phone service; but you can still text...so, perfect! Helping nature by using solar power; you MUST be consious of turning off lights, tv, etc. Bit of a drive to get anywhere..So, over all. Small price to pay for get back to nature experience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous getaway!
For 6 adults and two babies, this cabin in the woods type home was fantastic! Kiki was so welcoming, and the location was a lovely home away from home. Lots to do for the kids outside (lots of space and toys), and both a big fire pit and small propane- fire pit for the adults. The area is about 10-15min to Shawnigan Lake, which is fantastic for swimming and enjoying summer days or there's a watering hole a few minutes up the road to enjoy! Kiki was incredibly responsive and helpful to any questions or needs we had. Beware - there are two enormously cute, friendly and cuddly fur babies onsite (dogs) which while all of us are dog lovers, if you're not, these two adorable dogs will melt your heart if you get to meet them! ♥️☺️ Thanks Kiki!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fern L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway spot.
We had the pleasure of hosting a birthday party at this cabin and it had everything we needed and more. From a fully equipped house, comfortable sleeping quarters with ample space for extra guests to camp in tents. It's a 2 minute walk down to the river, and tons of property for kids and dogs to play outside. This was a mixed group of adults and kids who hadn't been able to celebrate in about 5 years together, so as expected a bit more noise and excitement happened but we had lots of space inside and out for people to play games, talk and relax. We spent evenings around the campfire, and days down at the river. BBQ was a main cooktop for all guests and we left there feeling recharged and grateful for the time spent together. Kiki was a great host, and even though she and her family live on site it was not a distruption to our celebrations whatsoever. We cannot wait to bring family and friends alike back to this hidden gem spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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