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Kootenay Lakehouse COTTAGE—680' Beach,Dock,Firepit—Near Ferry, Golf, Hot Spring!
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 6600 sq ft
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Nelson, BC
- Place, Kootenay River1 min drive
- Place, Balfour Ferry Terminal4 min drive
- Place, Balfour Golf Course5 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Queen Size Sofa Bed plus a comfy foam in the living room
1 Double Futon
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kootenay Lakehouse COTTAGE—680' Beach,Dock,Firepit—Near Ferry, Golf, Hot Spring!
"Why rent a room when you can have the entire Cottage with a private boat dock on your own 680ft beach?" Our Cottage (Red roof, 600sqft) sits on acreage of flat land, with a full kitchen, 3 Queen beds, washer, dryer, BBQ, deck, patio/lawn/beach chairs, outdoor firepit, and free firewood—with stunning lake views and privacy. (6 mins to Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, 4 mins to Balfour Ferry/Harrop Ferry/Golf Course, 13 minutes to Hot Spring & 30 minutes to Kaslo and 25 minutes to Central Nelson).
*ABOUT US:
Stroll through the trees to find our 600 sqft waterfront Cottage with a private boat dock. Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms (each with a Queen bed), a living room with a Queen sofa bed & foam topper, 1 bathroom with a washer & dryer, and a fully-equipped kitchen with a portable countertop dishwasher. Enjoy outdoor amenities including swings, a picnic table, firepit(free fire wood), and a spacious front deck with windows and glass doors that bring the outdoors in.
*BOOKING DETAILS:
(1) Peak Season (July & August):
7-nights Minimum Stay with check-ins on Saturdays.
(2) Low Season (May, June, Sep & Oct):
4-nights Minimum Stay with flexible check-in.
*OUR FRIENDLY POLICIES:
To ensure a safe, healthy and pleasant stay, for all our guests, we kindly ask you to follow these guidelines:
(1) Pet-Free:
While we love our furry friends and service animals, we need to keep the space allergy-friendly for all guests and our housekeeper. If you plan to bring any pets or a service animal, we kindly ask that you book with other hosts who have more suitable setups.
(2) Registered Guests Only:
For your safety and ours, only the registered guests included in the reservation are allowed overnight on the property.
"We kindly ask registered guests to inform us in advance about any daytime visitors on the lakefront property. All visits must be approved ahead of time and take place outdoors, ensuring safety and privacy for everyone. Please note that parties and events are not permitted. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain a peaceful and private environment for everyone."
(3) No Campers, Trailers, or RVs:
For safety reasons, our liability insurance doesn't cover these vehicles.
((4) No Smoking/No Drugs:
To keep the air and space fresh, clean and heathy for all guests, smoking and drugs are not allowed on the property.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these guidelines. We aim to create a safe, healthy and peaceful environment for everyone. If you plan to bring any pets or a service animal, we kindly ask that you book with other hosts who have more suitable setups. We warmly welcome you to book with us and enjoy the serene beauty of our lakefront cottage. Thank you for understanding and helping us maintain a safe and relaxing environment for all our guests! We can’t wait to host you!
Cheers,
Darrell & Lana
*LOCATION:
Kootenay Lakehouse Cottage is in Nelson, BC, Canada and just:
• 25 minutes from central Nelson
• 7 minutes from Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
• 3 minutes to Balfour Ferry Terminal (World's longest free ferry)
• 6 minutes to Balfour Golf Course
• 15 minutes to Ainsworth Hot Springs
• 35 minutes to Kaslo
• 45 minutes from Whitewater Ski Hill
• 55 minutes from Castlegar Airport
• 25 minutes from Nelson Airport
• 3 hours from Spokane Airport
• 4 hours from Kelowna Airport
• 1 hour's flight from Vancouver or Calgary
• 1 hour's flight from Seattle, Washington
• 25 minutes to Nelson mall, Walmart, Safeway, Save-on-foods,
Wholesale Club
• 5 minutes to Nelson Balfour Superette and Kokonee Park Marine
Store
• 3 minutes to public boat launches
• 25 minutes to Kootenay Lake Hospital Nelson and walk-in medical
clinics in case of emergencies
*Features You'll Love:
1. 680' private beach with boat dock (exclusive for Cottage and Lakehouse guests).
2. Ample flat parking on our acreage.
3. Outdoor wood fire pits and swing sets (exclusive for Cottage guests).
4. Fully stocked kitchens: full-size fridge, microwave, coffee maker, blender, slow cooker, BBQ, kettles, pots, pans, dishes, silverware, tupperware, kitchen knives, peelers, graters, cutting boards, bottle/can openers, oven gloves, dish towels, paper towels, tinfoil, plastic wrap, dish soap, salt, pepper, cooking oil, tea, coffee, sugar.
5. Bathroom essentials: toilet paper, bath towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, hairdryer.
6. Bedroom essentials: sheets, pillows, hangers, closets, dressers, ironing board, iron.
7. Safety: smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, basic first aid kits.
8. Entertainment: board games, lawn games, playing cards, kid toys, coloring books, crayons, pens, pencils, Smart TV, DVD player.
9. Washer & Dryer and portable countertop
dishwasher.
10. Upgraded WiFi (as of May 2022).
11. Patio table/chairs, beach chairs/umbrellas (***Please bring your own beach towels. We provide bath towels for bathroom use***).
*INTERACTION WITH OUR GUESTS:
We respect our guests’ need for peace and privacy while being available for special requests, emergencies, and area recommendations about the area. We perform our weekly yard maintenance quietly and will only be present when necessary to ensure your comfort.
*ABOUT US:
Stroll through the trees to find our 600 sqft waterfront Cottage with a private boat dock. Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms (each with a Queen bed), a living room with a Queen sofa bed & foam topper, 1 bathroom with a washer & dryer, and a fully-equipped kitchen with a portable countertop dishwasher. Enjoy outdoor amenities including swings, a picnic table, firepit(free fire wood), and a spacious front deck with windows and glass doors that bring the outdoors in.
*BOOKING DETAILS:
(1) Peak Season (July & August):
7-nights Minimum Stay with check-ins on Saturdays.
(2) Low Season (May, June, Sep & Oct):
4-nights Minimum Stay with flexible check-in.
*OUR FRIENDLY POLICIES:
To ensure a safe, healthy and pleasant stay, for all our guests, we kindly ask you to follow these guidelines:
(1) Pet-Free:
While we love our furry friends and service animals, we need to keep the space allergy-friendly for all guests and our housekeeper. If you plan to bring any pets or a service animal, we kindly ask that you book with other hosts who have more suitable setups.
(2) Registered Guests Only:
For your safety and ours, only the registered guests included in the reservation are allowed overnight on the property.
"We kindly ask registered guests to inform us in advance about any daytime visitors on the lakefront property. All visits must be approved ahead of time and take place outdoors, ensuring safety and privacy for everyone. Please note that parties and events are not permitted. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain a peaceful and private environment for everyone."
(3) No Campers, Trailers, or RVs:
For safety reasons, our liability insurance doesn't cover these vehicles.
((4) No Smoking/No Drugs:
To keep the air and space fresh, clean and heathy for all guests, smoking and drugs are not allowed on the property.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these guidelines. We aim to create a safe, healthy and peaceful environment for everyone. If you plan to bring any pets or a service animal, we kindly ask that you book with other hosts who have more suitable setups. We warmly welcome you to book with us and enjoy the serene beauty of our lakefront cottage. Thank you for understanding and helping us maintain a safe and relaxing environment for all our guests! We can’t wait to host you!
Cheers,
Darrell & Lana
*LOCATION:
Kootenay Lakehouse Cottage is in Nelson, BC, Canada and just:
• 25 minutes from central Nelson
• 7 minutes from Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
• 3 minutes to Balfour Ferry Terminal (World's longest free ferry)
• 6 minutes to Balfour Golf Course
• 15 minutes to Ainsworth Hot Springs
• 35 minutes to Kaslo
• 45 minutes from Whitewater Ski Hill
• 55 minutes from Castlegar Airport
• 25 minutes from Nelson Airport
• 3 hours from Spokane Airport
• 4 hours from Kelowna Airport
• 1 hour's flight from Vancouver or Calgary
• 1 hour's flight from Seattle, Washington
• 25 minutes to Nelson mall, Walmart, Safeway, Save-on-foods,
Wholesale Club
• 5 minutes to Nelson Balfour Superette and Kokonee Park Marine
Store
• 3 minutes to public boat launches
• 25 minutes to Kootenay Lake Hospital Nelson and walk-in medical
clinics in case of emergencies
*Features You'll Love:
1. 680' private beach with boat dock (exclusive for Cottage and Lakehouse guests).
2. Ample flat parking on our acreage.
3. Outdoor wood fire pits and swing sets (exclusive for Cottage guests).
4. Fully stocked kitchens: full-size fridge, microwave, coffee maker, blender, slow cooker, BBQ, kettles, pots, pans, dishes, silverware, tupperware, kitchen knives, peelers, graters, cutting boards, bottle/can openers, oven gloves, dish towels, paper towels, tinfoil, plastic wrap, dish soap, salt, pepper, cooking oil, tea, coffee, sugar.
5. Bathroom essentials: toilet paper, bath towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, hairdryer.
6. Bedroom essentials: sheets, pillows, hangers, closets, dressers, ironing board, iron.
7. Safety: smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, basic first aid kits.
8. Entertainment: board games, lawn games, playing cards, kid toys, coloring books, crayons, pens, pencils, Smart TV, DVD player.
9. Washer & Dryer and portable countertop
dishwasher.
10. Upgraded WiFi (as of May 2022).
11. Patio table/chairs, beach chairs/umbrellas (***Please bring your own beach towels. We provide bath towels for bathroom use***).
*INTERACTION WITH OUR GUESTS:
We respect our guests’ need for peace and privacy while being available for special requests, emergencies, and area recommendations about the area. We perform our weekly yard maintenance quietly and will only be present when necessary to ensure your comfort.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Balfour
Located in Balfour, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Nelson Streetcar #23 and Touchstones Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Balfour Ferry Terminal and Balfour Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Baldface Lodge, or check out an event or a game at Nelson & District Community Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Nelson, BC
What's nearby
- Kootenay River - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
- Balfour Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
- Balfour Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Kokanee Creek Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 9.6 km
- Historic Ainsworth Wharf Regional Park - 16 min drive - 22.4 km
Restaurants
- Coco’s Cones - 3 min drive
- Dock 'N' Duck - 3 min drive
- Proctor Village Cafe - 18 min drive
- Lang's Marina & Snack Bar - 3 min drive
- Kooteny Bay Restaurant
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
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11 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Ali W.
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
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23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa Z.
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing



Lisa Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Morgan E.
17 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for your trip to the area
Morgan E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Doug L., Calgary
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable, relaxing
Doug L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
michelle V.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery
michelle V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
krista b.
26 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway spot
krista b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sonya H.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balfour Bliss
Sonya H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane G.
25 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing relaxing vacation!
Jane G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Blaire F.
22 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Family Getaway
Blaire F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Michael H.
28 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lake time
Michael H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gord V.
30 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Gord V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin L.
25 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Family Holiday
Erin L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Morgan S.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Morgan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
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28 Jul 2021
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Melanie I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amanda W.
17 Jul 2021
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Amanda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
14 Jul 2021
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Wonderful stay!
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10/10 Excellent
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23 Aug 2020
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About the host
Hosted by Lana
Why they chose this property
Life is always better at the lake.
Find peace inside by going outside.
So come, unplug and unwind at our Kootenay Lakehouse & Cottage !
Soak in stunning views of trees and surrounding mountains from a large deck, windows and glass doors that connect you to nature as soon as you walk in and during your entire stay. Ainsworth Hot Springs, Balfour Golf Course, Kokanee Provincial Park and Sunshine Bay Regional Park are also nearby our Lakehouse with easy, moderate and difficult trails for hiking & biking that are top-rated and nature- based attractions just a few minutes drive from us.
Find peace inside by going outside.
So come, unplug and unwind at our Kootenay Lakehouse & Cottage !
Soak in stunning views of trees and surrounding mountains from a large deck, windows and glass doors that connect you to nature as soon as you walk in and during your entire stay. Ainsworth Hot Springs, Balfour Golf Course, Kokanee Provincial Park and Sunshine Bay Regional Park are also nearby our Lakehouse with easy, moderate and difficult trails for hiking & biking that are top-rated and nature- based attractions just a few minutes drive from us.
What makes this property unique
Life is always better at the lake.
Find peace inside by going outside.
So come, unplug and unwind at our Kootenay Lakehouse & Cottage !
Soak in stunning views of trees and surrounding mountains from a large deck, windows and glass doors that connect you to nature as soon as you walk in and during your entire stay. Ainsworth Hot Springs, Balfour Golf Course, Kokanee Provincial Park and Sunshine Bay Regional Park are also nearby our Lakehouse with easy, moderate and difficult trails for hiking & biking that are top-rated and nature- based attractions just a few minutes drive from us.
Find peace inside by going outside.
So come, unplug and unwind at our Kootenay Lakehouse & Cottage !
Soak in stunning views of trees and surrounding mountains from a large deck, windows and glass doors that connect you to nature as soon as you walk in and during your entire stay. Ainsworth Hot Springs, Balfour Golf Course, Kokanee Provincial Park and Sunshine Bay Regional Park are also nearby our Lakehouse with easy, moderate and difficult trails for hiking & biking that are top-rated and nature- based attractions just a few minutes drive from us.
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