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Cozy Lakefront Cottage

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Exterior
Marina
Terrace/patio
Kitchen
Kitchen and dining space

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Old Mill Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Kinsol Trestle
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Duncan, BC (DUQ)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunkhouse-additional cost

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upper Loft

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cozy Lakefront Cottage

Lakefront cottage with a very large dock, white sandy beach and an outdoor firepit and sauna. Open concept kitchen and living space with a beautiful deck with an outdoor kitchen, dining area and BBQ. Great for groups up to 8 and amazing for families. Beach toys and life jackets available for use. Amazing year round accommodation with guaranteed relaxation!

Property manager

Belinda Strother

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number H106534013

About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Shawnigan Lake Museum and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mill Bay Centre and Duncan Farmers Market. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Old Mill Park - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Merridale Estate Cidery - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Kinsol Trestle - 35 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Butchart Gardens - 57 min drive - 50.8 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Westcoast Fish n Chips - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of McGee Creek Park and Kinsol Trestle. Leonard Park and Mays Road Beach Access are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

M D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing Stay, cleanliness abd accessibility issues

I recently rented a cottage for over 800 for two nights, but I ultimately decided to stay only one night due to the unsatisfactory condition of the cabin. Upon arrival, I was confronted with several cleanliness issues, including black mold in the windowpane and pink mold in the shower. The accumulation of dust in the baseboards and heaters was so excessive that it had turned the wood baseboards gray, and the dishes were dirty, so we had to wash them before use. Additionally, there was so much dust on the ceiling fan that when we turned it on, a chunk flew off.Moreover, accessing the cabin requires navigating a significant number of steep stairs, which may not be suitable for everyone. While the location is appealing, it is better suited for a small family that can manage the stairs, as most of the beds are located in the loft area. Parking also posed a considerable concern, with inadequate space for our group of nine. When I reached out to the cabin renter to address these issues, she mentioned that she had personally cleaned the cottage and requested that I provide pictures and videos. After submitting the requested evidence, I have not received any further communication from her. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ante U.

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

Beautiful property and excellent host

Belinda was so helpful and communicative. The property is beautiful. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Cozy cabin

Beautiful lakefront
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tessa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Okay Stay

We selected this listing for no. of people/ beds. Our family came to visit sporting events at our son’s new school. Improvements: The listing should have better photos to explain the living situation and the stairs to reach the property better. We attended with a Gramma who had some mobility issues, the steep stairs from the road to cottage were a big challenge for her. Also inside the cottage is a very steep ladder that connects the main floor to the upper floor. Thankfully this was ok for the teenager and young adults to navigate, so they took the beds upstairs, but I did not go visit and hang out with them upstairs as the ladder was too steep for my comfort level. I learned my lesson not reading throughly other reviews which speak to these two situations. Plenty of DVD’s to choose from, but too many remotes to easily navigate, having a smart TV with Prime/Netflix already logged into would be best. Lastly, although we attended in the winter season, we were looking forward to using the dock to take cold plunges into the lake. Unfortunately the dock had not been attended to, it needed to be cleaned. Things that made this rental great:The lakeside sauna had a picture window looking on to the lake. This is a rare and wonderful thing. The sauna was a bit finicky, but we figured it out eventually. The kayaks available made for a lovely early morning paddle for a few members of our group. The kitchen was well stocked with the basics so our family breakfasts were easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Wonderful Family Get Away

We had an amazing time, Belinda was a wonderful host and the cabin was perfect for our families. The kiddos had a blast swimming off the dock and there was plenty of room for everyone. There is also great sandy beach - which not all cabins on the lake offer, so really a bonus! Thanks again, we will for sure be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Wonderful family time on the lake!

We had a wonderful long weekend and loved the location of this lakefront cozy cabin! The host was very responsive and helpful. The cabin was nice and clean and had all of the amenities we were hoping for. We were able to launch our boat nearby and safely leave it on the dock all weekend. We were very lucky with the weather so spent most of our time outside and on the lake. The cabin may have felt a bit cramped if we had rainy weather but the space was perfect with nice weather. The loft area was great for our teens but the ladder to get up is quite steep so would be tricky for small children. The option to rent the little bunkhouse for extra sleeping space was a really nice bonus. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family vacation on the water!

The location of the cabin is superb! Quiet arm of the lake makes it perfect. The cabin is tucked in the trees and therefore shaded all day which is perfect because it stays cool on those hot sunny summer days. But there is A/C if you like it colder inside. Even better is the fact that the view from the deck on the cabin is unobstructed. Leisurely morning coffees sitting on the deck looking out at the calm water were the best! We spent almost all of our day time on the dock. Unfortunately the dock needs some serious TLC. It is an accident waiting to happen. Evenings were back on the deck to have a bbq and card games. Some nights the bugs were bad. I suggest the investment of a bug zapper/deterrent. We originally were 8 guests but only 7 made it. We definitely would not have been able to fit the 8 in the main cabin and would have had to rent the added bunk house. Overall it was a fantastic vacay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Wonderful stay at the cozy cottage!

We had a great stay here last week! Lovely cottage with amazing lake access. We had two families of three people each, and kids and adults alike had a fabulous time (could have handled more people). The kids were in and out of the water all day, and I would watch from the deck or hang out on the dock. We had adults in the main floor rooms and kids up in the beautiful loft (with their own bathroom). Other highlights included: meals on the deck, movie nights (with the fun DVD collection, and also great cable), campfires, sauna with lake view for the cooler days, swimming across the lake each morning, trip to the Hand of Man Museum. Belinda was prompt with replies and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly k.

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

Lovely little getaway

We had the loveliest time here and wouldn’t hesitate to return, and we very may well do so again next year! 🙂 Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

petra w.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

review

Not as expected for 8 people. Ok for 4. Loft area not easily accessible, too large a step from ladder to floor surface, at a dangerous 90 degree angle. Rotten boards on the dock ready to fall through, very slippery when wet. No working smoke detector at all, upstairs one missing and downstairs not operable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dana M.

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

Location & view

Nice place to hang out with the family for a wedding in the area. With a little heat and sunshine this place is an excellent waterfront cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson M.

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

Weekend Getaway

Great spot! Cozy cabin at a beautiful and quiet part of the lake. Perfect place to get away from the city for the weekend. The sauna and the lake access were personal highlights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quinn L.

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

Great house!

Lovely spot on the lake for a weekend with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gloria J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family getaway

Interior of cottage was good. One smoke detector only. The loft area had the base of a smoke detector but the actual smoke detector was absent.The exterior needed attention to the steps and retaining wall which was unstable and a trip hazard . The amenities listed a canoe and kayaks. There was no canoe. An updated list would be helpful for guests who may be looking for time on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

A bucket list experience!

So grateful - loved our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Family Treat

Perfect for 2-8 people!! The stairs will definitely keep you in shape 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Belinda Strother

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Languages:

English