Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach

Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia
$495 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to your idyllic lakefront vacation retreat! This quiet, quaint family-friendly 1800 square foot house with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is nestled in the woods and located right on the waterfront in the quiet west arm of beautiful Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy swimming and fishing from the private dock, lounging in the backyard or BBQ-ing on the deck against the backdrop of the pristine lake. Sandy beach for easy access in and out of the water and for little ones to play in. Bring your own kayaks and paddleboards to embark on your adventures exploring around the lake. Or rent your watercraft at the local marina for waterskiing and jet skiing. The Lakehouse Restaurant is a mere 5 minute walk away, and the historic Kinsol Trestle, Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, Shawnigan Lake Museum and the Merridale Cidery & Distillery are nearby. Minimum 4 night stay requirement / maximum of 8 persons.

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  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike W.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Great place to kick back and relax with comfortable rooms, lots of deck space and a modern kitchen. Calvin is an excellent host, providing all the information we needed for our stay and responding in a very timely manner when we had additional questions. The location near the end of the Western Arm of Shawnigan Lake makes for a relatively quiet oasis and is close to bike trails, the Lakehouse restaurant (excellent) and not far from the village for coffee and necessities. Would definitely stay again if we were looking for a nice cottage to get away from the city.

  • Theresa D.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Two families spent a week at the lake cabin, end of summer vacation. Cabin was located in the right location to get sun on the dock all day. Kitchen was well stocked. Layout for all was good. We all had a great time.

  • Stephen S.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Beautiful location right on the lake. Very peaceful, loved the dock as we were able to enjoy and swim in the lake right off the dock. Good spot for family vacation. Had a great time.

  • Biljana P.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Wonderful house and location and great swimming. Had a very short stay, will need to come back. Host is extremely responsive. Great area of the lake.

  • Alison A.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    The cabin was more than roomy enough for our group of 7, the rooms were spacious and the kitchen well-stocked. Beautiful spot on the lake, would book it again in future.

  • Mike S.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Check in was smooth. The well stocked kitchen had everything we needed. We bought a few things that we know we would need but they were already there.

  • Carla H.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    A well appointed cabin on the lake! We had a great time and have booked again for next year.

  • Courtney A.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    We had high hopes for this cabin rental based on glowing reviews, but our experience didn’t meet expectations.Several maintenance issues were apparent: a broken dining chair, screen door falling off, a loose shower knob, unsafe dock planks, and a wobbly deck railing. The glass on the deck was dirty, floorboards were splintering, and there was a wasp issue—both my parents were stung. Bedding and mattresses were just okay and could use an update.There was no shaded area by the lake, no firepit, and while the dock had kayaks, a canoe, and floaties, they were locked and not for guest use. This was disappointing, especially after travelling far to enjoy the lake. The cabin is tightly sandwiched between two others; one neighbour played loud music and had dogs that wandered into our space.The lake was also quite busy, with heavy boat traffic and loud seadoos. On our first night, a nearby home played rave music until 3 a.m., leaving us exhausted. While the owner can’t control neighbours, this area may not suit those seeking peace and quiet. For 1,000 per night, we expected a higher level of comfort and care. The cabin felt bare-bones and underwhelming for the price.

  • Sharron O.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Beautiful setting, very well set up for family; clean and comfortable.

  • wendy t.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    We had a wonderful time here. It was perfect for all ages. The sandy beach area was popular with the little ones. There was lots of space on the dock for chairs and lounging. The water was nice and deep so you could jump/dive in. The ladder made it easy to get into and out of the water.The 'cottage' was very much a complete house with lots of space and amenities. The beds were comfy and the towels and linens fluffy and fresh. The kitchen was stocked with spices, seasoning, oils, coffee, tea and sugar. We had brought our own but it was nice to know that if we were short there wasn't a rush to the store. All appliances worked perfectly. The outdoor furniture was comfortable. The BBQ was clean and easy to use. There is longish staircase from the top main level deck to the ground level and beach access. If you have little ones you should bring a baby gate to block the top of the stairs. We had a few instances of our 2 year old taking off down the stairs (he's very quick and agile!!!).We missed having water floats/toys, so bring your own. The only other thing we missed was an umbrella for the dock. The sun is on the dock from morning until sunset and it was our fav place to hang out. There is a steep hill to reach the cottage, so pay heed to the parking instructions. The neighbours are friendly. We had a great time and hope to return next year!

  • William S.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Nice property in a great location. The house was well stocked with dishes, cooking utensils and had many spices and condiments not usually found in a VRBO property. The complimentary wine was a very nice touch and much appreciated. We really enjoyed the dock, lake and as former water skiers, watching the many skiers on the lake. It was quiet and we were never disturbed by noisy neighbors.

  • Joy L.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    Very comfortable, clean spacious well equipped cottage. Great dock . Great for family and little road trips. Close to The Lakehouse Restaurant on Shawnigan Lake. Food, service and entertainment was awesome Close to Mill Bay shopping and local parks and trails. We highly recommend this cottage and hope to return again.

  • Meryl K.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    We came to visit our daughter who goes to school nearby. The house fit all of us beautifully, it was well stocked with towels, kitchen gear, etc. to make our stay comfortable. Sitting on the dock watching the sky change during the day or watching the stars at night was magical.

  • jacob s.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2025

    Stayed Mar 17, 2025

    good location easy access

  • Rachel M.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2024

    My family stayed at the cabin for 10 days over the Christmas break, and it absolutely exceeded our expectations! BEAUTIFUL view, stunning and homey interior, a quick drive to shopping essentials, and just a hop away from the Lakehouse restaurant/bar (but we ended up spending 90% of our time just enjoying the cabin). Calvin was very responsive and friendly, and we had no issues during our stay. I’m looking forward to booking this property again for a future getaway!

  • Polly G.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Beautiful and clean cottage with all we needed for a lovely stay at Vancouver Island. Thanks so much.

  • Garry S.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    Upon arrival the property exceeded our expectations. The property was immaculate,and larger than the pictures led us to believe. Calvin contacted us on arrival and was easily contactable should we have needed anything. We would happily stay there again. theexpectations. The property was immaculate. and even

  • Judy S.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    REALLY ENJOYED OUR STAY

  • Nadine K.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Really nice and exceptional locational at Lake Shawnigan. Priviledged access to the Lake and spacious cabin with all the facilities for even longer stays...lots of rules to follow but nevertheless highly recommendable

  • Sandra C.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    Nice and relaxing, enjoyed our little holiday

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$398+
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