Loghouse Lodge with Glacier View and Private Natural Swimming Pond

Squamish, British Columbia
$445 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

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Sleep 6

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Night 3 nights

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If you want privacy, serenity, a private natural swimming pond, and an awe-inspiring view of a glacier, then you will feel right at home at this log house in the picturesque Squamish River valley. The Squamish River valley is off the beaten path between Vancouver and Whistler, with only about one hour to Vancouver and 45 minutes to Whistler. The valley is a broad, sunny oasis of lush cottonwood and alders in the flat valley bottom surrounded by steep slopes covered by ancient cedar, hemlock and fir. The mountains precipitously rise over 8000 feet to culminate in snow and ice-clad peaks of the Tantalus Range.

The cabin is nestled on a high terrace on five private tree covered acres. Depending on the season you arrive at the log house you will encounter a plethora of colorful ornamental trees, flowering magnolias, roses, lavenders, Japanese maples in beautiful oranges and reds, Persian perogias, beeches and many other tree species. The large surround deck features a pergola in which you can hoist a hammock and swing yourself to sleep in the lull of a nearby waterfall.

In 2013 we built a natural swimming pond and regeneration pond. This technology that has been developed in Europe uses natural filtration in which water is circulated through a volcanic filter substrate and then pumped back into the swimming pond via a 2 m high waterfall. Both ponds are surrounded by some 200 water plants which provide further water quality improvements. There are no chemicals in the water and it thus feels like swimming in a mountain lake. It also requires a minimum of maintenance.

The log house has 3 bedrooms total, an upstairs loft and two downstairs with two bathrooms. There is a wood burning sauna in its own separate log cabin. Unlike many log homes, this one has been designed to let a maximum of light filter into the cozy wood interior with 4 skylights, large picture windows and oversized tilt and turn windows in all four directions. You can heat the house with baseboard heaters, or better yet, by lighting a fire in an Austrian style ornamental tile fireplace. In 2012 we installed a floor heating system. Water is heated in the fireplace heat exchanger. Once a critical temperature is reached, the water is pumped underground through insulated Pex pipes. When you have the fireplace roaring, you'll eventually hear a creaking and that means toasty toes. (Update: Due to insurance restrictions, no woodburning fires are allowed on the property including the wood fire stove inside)

The cabin is child-friendly though children will have to be supervised when playing outside because of bears (black bears), and cougars (never seen one but they exist), plus there are large boulders that have about a two story drop.

As of March 2013 there is a 12 m x 5 m fenced-in unheated natural swimming pool (no chemicals). A small play cabin is located in front of the house for 1-5 year olds. The tree house in the images has been converted into a Bee House and houses our bee hives. The treehouse has become somewhat unsafe, and the bees needed a warm and dry place to live. The small playhouse is still available for small kids to play in.

Besides simply relaxing you have the entire spectrum outdoor activities at your feet. You can hike to a beautiful waterfall, some 8 km up valley, swim in Alice Lake while gazing at the Mount Garibaldi volcano. A 20 minute drive will bring you to the Squamish Chief, Canada's foremost rock climbing Mecca, or you can kite surf in Howe Sound known for its never ending winds. You can ride your mountain bike on the vast trail system that Squamish has to offer from beginner to extreme. A 40 minute drive will bring you to Callaghan valley, the cross-country and biathlon centre for Whistler. Another 10 minutes will bring you to the foot of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, where you can enjoy skiing from November until June. If you prefer canoeing, you can start right in Pillchuck Creek which borders the property and paddle a romantic creek to the broad meandering Squamish River that winds its way through untouched wilderness towards the ocean. Or go wild water rafting or kayaking on the wild Ashlu and Elaho Rivers. For anglers, the Squamish and Mamquam Rivers are famous for their salmon runs, with hundreds of bald eagles amassing in the fall to get their share of the protein.

A fifteen minute drive will get you to Brackendale where you can buy groceries or enjoy a hearty meal in a restaurant. Whatever your hearts delight, you will be sure to find it here.

There are two security cameras on the property one that overlooks the driveway and one on the upper balcony that oversees the pond area. The resolution is poor, one cannot identify individuals but can see if any wild or domestic animals jump or fall into the pond.

Keywords: Lodge, Wilderness Resort, Finca, Casa De Campana, Blockhaus, Blockhuette, Cabin

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Private Pool Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mary P.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    The house was well equipped with cooking tools, spices, etc. Monica, our host, went above and beyond to ensure we were warm (due to insurance reasons we could not use the wood stove which was very unfortunate) and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.

  • Mark B.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Amazing private location with a gorgeous view of Tantalus glacier. Host was generous and communicative. My family of four (adult children) enjoyed hiking, board games, swimming in the pond, and eating meals on a deck with a gorgeous view. Would recommend.

  • Betsy and Dan K.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    The cabin itself is comfortable but sadly the listing is a disappointment. The pictures are very outdated. The place is very over grown, the railing and deck are failing, the pool is full of some sort of black growth, and the view of the Glacier was taken about ten years ago. The house is solar powered which is not mentioned in the description but means very basic electrical access. One needs to lock and unlock a gate to get in and this property is about 30 minutes beyond Squamish. We felt it was not worth the high price.

  • Emily V.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Monica, our host, was so lovely and communicative. She was always responsive and organized. The house is very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped for cooking. The beds are comfortable and all towels etc were plentiful and in good shape. The property is very beautiful and serene- it is clear that many things that were once used and loved are no longer in working order but we didn't mind- it is a special place anyway. The swimming pond was very unique and we loved our little swims. The trees and foliage on the property are truly beautiful. Check in was clear and easy and the wifi was adequate for general needs.

  • Anna K.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Rustic cabin in a beautiful location. The natural swimming pond was a lovely place to cool off on a hot day. Childen (10 and 8) loved the variety of toys to play with and barely missed the fact there was no TV. Property owners were responsive and helpful whenever we had any questions.

  • Thomas H.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Beautiful place, great views, comfortable accommodations. Good functional kitchen.

  • Kaboom K.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    We were two semi-retired couples visiting the Squamish/Whistler area for the first time. We found the Loghouse Lodge to be a great base of operations. The house itself is very cute and cozy for 4 adults. We cooked there every morning and most nights. There were a variety of spices and condiments already available which was a nice touch.My husband and I stayed in the loft and had a beautiful view to wake up to each morning. (Pictured.) It is a beautiful area and there are a lot of great walking trails and sights.As city people having no tv was shocking at first (LOL) but, when we weren't out exploring, we entertained ourselves listening to music and telling stories. (The Wifi allows for internet access and streaming music but we couldn't really load videos.) We really enjoyed our stay! Thank you Monica opening up your home!

  • Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay at this amazing and picturesque cabin in the middle of the mountains! It was such a perfect getaway! The hosts were so helpful and the cabin had everything we needed to relax and enjoy the mountains!

  • Michael E.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    Great spot to get away and get some r+r. Lovely setting, the Squamish River valley is beautiful. The property was as advertised, in the best way possibel.

  • James F.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    A beautiful property in serene surroundings. This was a special experience and is highly recommended!

  • Sara R.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    The lodge was just perfect, beautiful property in a beautiful location. We absolutely loved the swimming pond which we used every day. Beds were really comfy and the lodge was really well equipped. Thank you for all the recommendations. We bas a fabulous trip!

  • kathy f.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Lovely property in a beautiful setting with a water pond for afternoon swimming! Very quiet setting.

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    We knew we would enjoy a quiet retreat at this mountain cabin. We knew there would be plenty of space for our family of four to spread out and not be on top of one another. We knew there would be a glacial-clad Mountain View, and a natural pool / man-made pond. What the photos didn’t reveal was how the landscaping and flora have filled in around the pond and cabin. There’s a charming wildness to the trees and plants as you drive up, and continues around each corner as you explore. Truly a plant- and tree-lover’s dream. Thoughtful attention was paid when the owners added a natural pool / swimming pond. The picturesque pond and its habitat-supporting plants are in keeping with cottagecore / cabincore aesthetic. The property is not overly-attended. Plants grow wild. Charming structures (a former treehouse-turned bee apiary, a shed for firewood, a child’s playhouse) dot the landscape around the cabin, but are less-safe for small ones to explore alone. While expansive and secluded, the property’s landscape and overgrowth doesn’t allow for extensive, full exploring. If the owners chose to add walking paths through the landscape in the future It would extend the ability to enjoy this already magical place even more fully. Cabin interior appointments are humble and collected. You feel like you’re getting away to a comfortable, useable family retreat. One bedroom opens to the back porch via French doors, with views from bed to the Tantalus mountains. We hope to return again.

  • Janet M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    We spent three days in this beautiful home. The gardens and the pond are so beautiful. The house is extremely comfortable, clean and has a great kitchen. We have returned home relaxed and refreshed. Thank you Jacobs family:)

  • Rebecca W.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    Beautiful house with amazing porch...

  • Jim P.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    The cabin was secluded and very private! The road leading up to the property was private and secured with a locking gate. There is a Seminary next door...We'll let's just say we didn't hear anything from any of the neighborhood properties, so we felt we had the place to ourselves. From the back patio, the views were fantastic and reminded me of Bavaria. Took our 1 yr old grandson to the small treehouse and he had fun scribbling on the chalk board with the provided chalk. We also took him to the pond and he enjoyed putting his feet into the water and throwing pebbles. The cabin is fantastic, nicely appointed though the wood deck, handrails and wooden areas around the pond could all use a good coat of stain, (aka I didn't trust walking on the wooden bridge over the pond without falling-in, etc.). There is a firepit nearby but the owner said that due to insurance reasons that there are no open fires with the exception of the propane gas grill, so set your expectations accordingly. Considering the shape of the property, felt the price was somewhat high but the views were fantastic!

  • Christine T.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Beautifully maintained cabin. It is clearly a well loved family cabin with very thoughtful design. Kids enjoyed splashing their feet in the pond and the well-stocked toy chest. Adults enjoyed the views, comfy lounging furniture, and nice kitchen with really high quality cookware and basics like spices, tea, oil, etc. May was definitely shoulder season (too cold and rainy to swim, but it's fire season so a burn ban prevented us from using the sauna) but we would love to come back in summer and enjoy more of what the property and region have to offer!

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