Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake

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A modern apartment with a living area, a kitchen, and a bedroom.
A residential property with a gravel driveway, a wooden fence, and a small garden with various plants.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa with decorative pillows, a dining area, and a painting on the wall.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a red chair.
A kitchen with a built-in toaster oven, a stainless steel sink, and white cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Place, Shawnigan Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake is home to this apartment. West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and Memory Island Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Aquatic Centre. Cowichan Performing Arts Centre and The Raptors are also worth visiting.
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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • Shawnigan Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hatley Castle - 51 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Government Street - 55 min drive - 55.9 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 57 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Chinatown - 58 min drive - 57.2 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake on Nov 12, 2026 start from $101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rain Coast Retreat at Shawnigan Lake located?

Situated in Shawnigan Lake, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Shawnigan Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shawnigan Lake Museum and West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park. Old Mill Park and McGee Creek Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean place, comfortable bed and had all the things I needed while I was there. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate private accommodation, responsive host and easy access to local attractions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My second stay here. 5-stars all around. Immaculate, well equipped, exceptionally well organized host, excellent communication and easy access to local hikes, Shawnigan Lake village, Mill Bay, Cobble Hill and area attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Such a cozy spot, beautifully outfitted and thoughtfully stocked. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely location, easy check in process, and good communication from host. Cozy bed and luxurious shower. Kitchen is a bit minimal (no dishwasher, countertop oven and stove) but otherwise well equipped. Great value overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely place to relax in and use as a base to explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love every minute of my stsy Clean, quiet, what the perfect jem
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, private, well appointed, and close to the amenities in the Shawnigan Lake area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Stay

I enjoyed my stay. Everything went well and the apartment was well stocked and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great amenities

Loved this place. The owners were very welcoming. Nice appliances and decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was very clean. Excellent shape. Very quiet. Close to shopping. Will use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place is very clean and quiet. Spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway Gem

Cozy and clean, with a relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

The property was very nice. The garden area really made it a nice and private entrance into the property. I was staying for work, and they offered everything I needed to cook meals, get a good nights rest, and relax in the evenings. Excellent pressure and very nice shower. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit was quiet and comfortable. Very clean in a nice neighbourhood. Nice kitchen and bathroom everything you need in a cozy space. It’s a suite I would return to in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Great little suite - it had everything I needed. I appreciated the electric fire and a great shower in particular. Nice short drive to the Shawnigan town centre and the lake was beautiful. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Convenient

We stayed during the Shawnigan Lake rowing regatta. The suite is quiet and well taken care of. The location is very convenient for getting to & from the provincial park. Both my children are graduates now so I can let this secret out and recommend it for parents coming to watch or volleyball between.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely place!!!

Such a lovely place, the only downfall is that it is quite far from stores, beaches, etc. - there is only one taxi in town and they are VERY expensive. You really do need a car.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay, bed is super comfortable, shower was amazing. The washer dryer combo was also amazing. Everything is there for you which is great! The area is fairly remote and it would be almost impossible to stay without a vehicle for access to restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations or pharmacy. My only critique would be mentioning this as Ubers and such don’t come to this area :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, clean accommodation, exactly as pictures portray.Furnishing’s (including bed) and fixtures are good quality.We booked Shawnigan Lake so we could explore the west side of Vancouver Island, as well drive north and west on the Island.The location was perfect for that.Mary was quick to respond to any communication. Tho we had no complaints in the whole visit - we stayed 4 nights.Thank you Mary!***This comment is no reflection on the hosts, just an observation on location.If you are planning to stay in Shawnigan Lake and travel back and forth south on the Island -to Victoria, be aware of Malahat highway traffic. We found it to be consistently slow and even blocked one day. Stay closer to Victoria if you’re planning a city of Victoria holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! We attended a nearby music camp and were able to sleep in a comfortable bed and shower off the dust. Great layout for all of our activities. Everything we needed in the kitchen was provided, though we ate most meals at camp. Friendly neighborhood, and a short walk to beautiful hiking trails.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was as described, very clean and comfortable. Everything I needed for a few nights away from home. Would not hesitate to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very nice clean quiet place to stay ....however fee advertised is for ONE person only. Pay close attention to fine print. There is an additional charge per night for a second person. When we inquired if this was a mistake as we have never encountered a surcharge for two people staying at a VRBO. This is the hosts response'The home can accommodate up to 2 guests; however, similar to a hotel, when the number of guests exceeds the number of beds, the nightly rate increases per person. This helps account for general wear and tear, as well as additional laundry and cleaning time.There is an additional fee for the second guest.'we were charge 50 extra per night for our 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We explained that the additional guest fee was not a mistake and is part of our pricing policy. This information is disclosed on the listing under Important Information, which states that extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on the property's policy. Like many accommodations, our rates are based on occupancy, as additional guests result in increased wear and tear, laundry, and cleaning requirements. We strive to be transparent about these charges so guests can review them before booking.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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