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Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Old Mill Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kinsol Trestle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this vacation home is on the waterfront, a 5-minute drive from West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and 5 minutes from Shawnigan Lake Museum. .This vacation home is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Old Mill Park and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Old Baldy Mountain Park.
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What's nearby

  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Old Mill Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Mill Bay Centre - 15 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Kinsol Trestle - 15 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bridgemans Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Unsworth Vineyards - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number H927094363

Lakefront Cottage- Private Dock & sandy beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Biljana P., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison A., Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A well appointed cabin on the lake! We had a great time and have booked again for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Courtney A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron O.

Liked: Cleanliness

House on the Lakefront

Beautiful setting, very well set up for family; clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Shawnigan Lake Location!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring visit

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.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meryl K., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Lakeside House

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob s.

Liked: Cleanliness

stay for work

good location easy access
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning and so cozy! Would absolutely stay again.

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!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lakeside cottage

Beautiful and clean cottage with all we needed for a lovely stay at Vancouver Island. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic lakeside getaway

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
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely property

REALLY ENJOYED OUR STAY
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Nice and relaxing, enjoyed our little holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam O.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Lakeside Retreat

We loved our stay at this little slice of paradise! The house was clean and cozy and very well appointed. The beds were very comfortable and the towels were soft and fluffy. My elderly parents were very happy to have a main floor bedroom so they didn’t have to do stairs to access their room each night. The particular spot on the lake was ideal. The dock had sunshine all day while the house is tucked into the shade for most of the afternoon which helped to keep it cool during the heat of the day. We had so much fun kayaking and paddle boarding and floating off the dock. The house is close to shopping and restaurants and we even took an excursion up to the Cowichan River to float the river at the Tube Shack. The Keslor Trestle is a short five minute drive and we were able to take my 81 year old mother along since there are benches along the 1km trail to rest. We had a wonderful vacation and hope to be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 in 1 getaway

We were in the area for my daughter’s hockey camp and it was a great place to relax and enjoy the lake when she was done at the rink. Also fun exploring the area with my parents while she was at camp.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celina K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at the lake

We had an amazing time!!!! The lake and home is amazing! It’s also very cool in super hot weather which was awesome! The beach was great for our 3 year old and very friendly neighbors as well which made you feel welcome to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

3 generations Family get away

Lovely visit to shawnigan Lake
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot on Shawnigan Lake

My family had a wonderful time at this property for our mini weekend getaway to Shawnigan Lake. The home was very well appointed and had everything we could have wanted to enjoy our stay in the cottage. The rooms and furnishings were so comfortable and spacious for our group of 4. Everything was very clean and the host provided us with lovely recommendations on things to do and places to dine at near Shawnigan. The home was located on a beautiful, scenic part of the lake. Spending our afternoons on the dock, sunbathing and swimming was so much fun. Everything went very smoothly with the booking process and the host was timely and responsive to our questions. They even left us a lovely welcome basket with snacks and wine! My kids and I can't wait to go back again! I highly recommend this beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nadine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and beautiful place to calm down

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
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024