Shawnigan Lake Cottage with GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS!

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Relax and Enjoy!
Well Equipped Kitchen
Cottage Porch and with Gorgeous Views of Shawnigan Lake
Entrance to  Cottage
South Facing Facade of the Cottage
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9.2Outstanding
(36 Ratings)
The property offers a cozy cabin with beautiful lake views, well-equipped with all necessities for a great stay. The owners are welcoming and responsive, making the experience memorable.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
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9.2 / 10.0
Outstanding(36 Ratings)

Cottage in Southern Gulf Islands

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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About this cottage rental

One of the last original Shawnigan Lake cottages in the Shawnigan Lake area! This 80 year old plus cabin has 2 bedrooms (sleeps 1 - 5), that sits on private lot surrounded by stately tall trees nestled at the base of Mt Baldy with incredible views of Shawnigan Lake. It had housed E. J. Hugh's parents while they were care takers for the impressive Shawnigan Lake Lodge. Totally renovated in 2006 and upgraded every year since. It is immaculately maintained. Just a stones throw to the lake and the dock which is shared with the cabin directly in front of this property. Many amenities will make your stay comfortable, relaxing and pleasant. Enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and nature watching (watch for the beaver) from the dock. Relax on the covered porch or open deck. Short walk to licensed restaurant, marina and water equipment rentals. Village is less than 2 km (1.5 miles), offering convenience stores, gas station, pharmacy, restaurants, bakery, cafe, boutiques and more. We are here to help you have a great vacation!

Pet Policy, Deposit and Fees
Pets are not allowed due to bylaws/regulations/policies.
NOTE: Persons traveling with and requiring a Service Animal have special rights and must be granted access regardless.

Cleaning on Departure
(Covid-19 cleaning standards are in place with deep cleaning with disinfectants)
A fee is charged for Cleaning on Departure
One-time fee of $110.00 CAD for stays of any number of nights or occupants.
The guest is expected to clean the BBQ. Extra charges could apply.
If property is left in unreasonable condition, extra cleaning fee will apply.

Cleaning During Stay
A light Cleaning/Maid service is included in the rent and occurs every 7 days during a stay.

Linen
Linen, towels and beach towels are included in the rent

Parking
2 parking space are available.

Waterfront and/or Beach
Property is near water.
Shawnigan lake is less than a 1 minute walk from the property. The small fine sand beach gradient is gradual for a short distance. There is a private dock.
Shared dock with our other cottage named "The Lake House". Can moor two boats

Snow Skiing and Boarding
Property is not near a ski resort.

Internet Service and Fee
Wireless Internet is included in the rent

Telephone Fee
The property does not have a phone.

House rules: No parties nor events or smoking inside (outside okay) please.

Amenities at Shawnigan Lake Cottage with GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS!

Family friendly

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Things to know


Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.2 / 10.0
    Outstanding(36 Ratings)
    review starsSummary of reviews
    The property offers a cozy cabin with beautiful lake views, well-equipped with all necessities for a great stay. The owners are welcoming and responsive, making the experience memorable.
    From real guest reviews summarized by AI
    10.0 / 10.0
    Cute little cottage steps from the lake - nicely appointed with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. The bedding is definitely on point.Thanks for everything!
    8.0 / 10.0
    The picture for the property made us believe the property was on the water but realized afterward that it is the other side of the street. However, there is access to the dock on the lake side of the street.
    6.0 / 10.0
    This is a very cute cabin but I've never stayed in a vacation home with so many rules. I have waited to rate so I could objectively gather my thoughts. No long showers or showering close to each other. The driveway is steep so if you happen to spin some gravel out you have to let the owner know so she can have the handyman bring over a rake so you can rake it back or she will charge you if she has to do it. I wonder where the handyman was when we used the microwave and coffee machine at the same time and the breaker blew, I was told to move the microwave off a higher shelf to another plug in and find another for coffee machine. We wanted to use our own Roku on the TV and she sent me a nasty message asking why I was putting our Roku on her TV??? Maybe we could rent a movie which is normal. Check out 10am so I had anxiety to get up and be expected to put all our bedding in the pillow cases as well as all the towels. and if the mattress cover is dirty add that also. Then the kitchen has to be exactly as you found it, oven cleaned, bbq cleaned. My gosh what was the cleaning fee for? The first page said garbage outside and separated in bins, the second page said leave garbage by fireplace. And lastly you cannot sleep with the windows open, it is noisy as you're on a busy road between the cabin and the lake and it was super-hot while we were there and the fans were not enough. If you use PayPal there is a note left that you need to leave $5 on the table. BTW I am very clean.
    10.0 / 10.0
    My family recently had the pleasure of spending a relaxing week at the Shawnigan Lake Cottage. The cottage is nestled in the trees, a welcome reprieve from the scorching temperatures this week. The owners had done an excellent job of maintaining the place and making it feel like a home away from home. The rustic charm of the interior décor added to the overall ambiance, setting the stage for a tranquil and relaxing stay. One of the standout features of this cottage was the breathtaking views it offered from the deck. The upper and lower deck was ideal for morning coffees and evening dinners, providing outstanding views over the lake. What truly made this cottage stay exceptional was the access to the dock. This amenity provided a gateway to endless adventures on the lake. In addition to the outdoor activities, the surrounding area also had plenty to offer. The owners were hospitable and ensured we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Our stay at the cottage was perfect ~ I can't wait to return!
    4.0 / 10.0
    Cabin was beautifully outfitted. The steep gravel driveway is a bit dangerous for some vehicles and pedestrians. Having to cross a highway to reach the lake was unexpected. A lot of stairs for older adults and carting equipment down and up from the lake.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Cabin is well stocked, has a great view of the lake and the kayak they provided was a lot of fun!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Our second summer vacation visit to lovely, historic, Strathcona cottage! Love the lake view , tall trees,. and sitting in the rocking chairs on the front porch. Lesia the owner is friendly, very helpful and well organized.. A very pleasurable vacation experience!
    10.0 / 10.0
    A great neighbourhood and almost everything we needed for our short stay👍

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cottage?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Shawnigan Lake Cottage with GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cottage?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Shawnigan Lake Cottage with GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS! pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Shawnigan Lake Cottage with GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS!?

    We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and family friendly.


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