Location: Nelson, British Columbia Rockies, British Columbia, Canada (Harrop, BC- Nelson-15mi, Vancouver-450mi, Spokane, WA-150mi.)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House
Custom-designed in 1992, Harrop House is south-facing, serene, and private. Fully furnished, the house is light and spacious, with an open-plan living/dining/kitchen area under a 14 foot cathedral ceiling. Large arched windows in the living room offer spectacular mountain and pasture views. No smoking, no pets, and no tents, RV's campers or trailers are allowed on the property.
There is a deluxe 34' airstream/bbq/covered outdoor eating area/sleeps 5 at the top of a next door property that rents for 700/week. There is a separate beach and beach access for this. The canoe/life jackets/beach furnishings are shared by both properties on two different beaches.
Situated on 8 pastoral acres with 290 feet of lakefront on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, it has both pasture and a lush private forest with a gentle 500 foot trail leading to a creek and sandy beach. The area, known as The Kootenays, is the undiscovered jewel of western Canada. Blessed with fresh air, temperate weather, pristine rivers and lakes, as well as stunning scenery, it offers the perfect getaway from urban life. Fjord-like Kootenay Lake, the largest natural lake in Canada, is 80 miles long and surrounded on all sides by mountains. Wildlife abounds, including eagles, deer, elk, wild turkeys, and huge rainbow trout.
The nearby heritage town of Nelson was the location for the 1987 film, "Roxanne," starring Steve Martin and Darryl Hannah. Originally a prosperous mining town at the turn of the 20th century, Nelson retains a storybook look and a rich cultural life unexpected in a community of under 10,000. Take an architectural walking tour, or try "ArtWalk" in the many galleries and craft boutiques showing the work of fine Kootenay artists. Once the smallest city in the British Empire with its own streetcar line, Nelson is now rejuvenating the streetcar in a picturesque ride along the lakefront.
Harrop House is not far from Whitewater Ski Area, British Columbia's best-kept secret, where there are virtually no lines and the runs go on forever. "Ski Canada" rated Whitewater as Best Deeps, Best Bowls, and Best Glades. "Powder Magazine" declared it among the best powder in British Columbia. The Harrop-Procter area is perfect for cross-country skiing. An alluvial fan, it has gorgeous lake views and gentle gradients for miles. Heli-skiing in the back country and around Kokanee Glacier is also available.
Five miles from the intersection of the West Arm with the main body of Kootenay Lake, Harrop House is accessible by a free five-minute, on-demand 24-hour-a-day ferry ride which gives the community an air of being away from it all. You can also take the longest free ferry ride in the world across the main lake to tour the East Shore with its incomparable golf courses, blacksmith shop, or yoga retreat.
Or spelunk the nearby amazing Cody Caves, investigate the Gold Rush "ghost town" of Sandon, ascend Idaho Peak for its breathtaking views and wildflower meadows, or meander through the idyllic Slocan Valley. You can soak in the hot springs at Ainsworth, hunt mushrooms, bird-watch, or just kick back on the porch of Harrop House and listen to Mill Creek as it rushes past. In late August, you can even watch the kokanee, a fresh-water salmon that turns bright red as it returns to spawn there.
"Our vacation was wonderful! We did so much hiking, and also took a 1/2 day horseback ride into the mountains. Seeing Kootenay glacier from the other side of the mountain was the best hike we have ever taken, with the most fantastic scenery. We only encountered two other people the whole time we were up there. We hope to be back next year. Thank you for having such a wonderful home. It's everything a vacationer could ever want." Virginia Thomas, San Diego, CA
"Thanks for a wonderful stay in Harrop House. The time flew by, and it was really excellent. The house was superb, and such a great base to relax in. There were so many little touches and such good facilities that we could not have asked for more." Kirsty Jenkinson, London, UK
"Had a fabulous family vacation at Harrop House...it was everything you described and more. Great location, perfect accommodation, wildlife at our doorstep, unbelievable weather. We will have great memories to get us through our cold winter!" Margaret LeSage, Calgary, AB
"Like being in paradise for a week...we had a fantastic time..." Kees Van Asselt, Calgary, AB
"Perfect...wild turkeys on the front lawn...The house helped us get into the relax mode very quickly..." Alison Hansen, Spokane, WA
"We had a wonderful time at the Harrop House! The peace and quiet was exactly what we needed. Everything was perfect." Ghita Schoen, Edmonton, AB
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- linens, gas BBQ, rowboat, canoe, gorgeous views, forest, books, games, dvds, videos, 34 foot airstream privately located (sleeps 5) for additional 700/week
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- great restaurants, art & craft festivals, live theater & music, excellent powder and cross-country skiing in winter
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun-Sep ... $1500/week .. $2500-$4000/month
Oct-May ... $1250/week .. $2500-$4000/month
Holidays .. $1250/week .. $2500-$4000/month (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years)
Airstream trailer rents separately for 700/week
Contact owner for availability.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Harrop House - Kootenay Lake, British Columbia - Harrop, BC, Canada - British Columbia Vacation Rental - On the West Arm of Kootenay Lake near Nelson
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- View from the front porch of Harrop House - Kootenay Lake, British Columbia - Harrop, BC, Canada - British Columbia Vacation Rental - On the West Arm of Kootenay Lake near Nelson
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- Your own private beach - Harrop, BC, Canada - British Columbia Vacation Rental - On the West Arm of Kootenay Lake near Nelson
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- a 5 person deluxe airstream/700.00/wk beautiful views and beach access
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- our point is with the large trees after the boat house
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