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Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking!

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A wooden deck with a hot tub and seating, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A wooden dining table with chairs, a potted plant, and a stove in a cozy kitchen area.
A group of people relaxing in an inflatable pool with a scenic mountain view in the background.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.
A rustic cabin with solar panels, a pond, and a forested hillside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Argenta, BC
  • Place, Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Provincial Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaslo Golf Club
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Fletcher Falls
    ‪55 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Spare

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking!

A cozy home perched on a bluff with a pool extending right off the front deck. Beautiful views of Kootenay lake, Duncan river and Selkirk mountains. A hot tub is right next to the pool. An amazing 30 foot pond and 16 foot waterfall is located just around the corner from the pool. Forty-eight solar panels above the pond provide power to the house. Eighty two acres of land ensures total privacy. Wildlife abound. Over 50 hummingbirds patron the many feeders around the sundeck. The house is rustic with many windows and an infrared sauna. Lots of boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking and natural hot springs in the surrounding area. Kayaks, SUP's and bikes can be rented in Kaslo. World class alpine hiking and backpacking. There are many hikes to choose from for all hiking levels. Horseback riding nearby. Deep tissue masseuse nearby. Habitat reserve, bird sanctuary and wetland 5 minutes away. Great photography everywhere. Kootenay Lake is 5 minutes away and Duncan Lake 15 minutes. World class music festival on August long weekend in nearby historic village of Kaslo 35 minutes away. Visit the vibrant cultural city of Nelson only 1 1/2 hours away. Golfing available in Kaslo. Check out our pictures. They say it all!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property Registration Number H304541935
Property # 1618236vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Argenta

Located in Argenta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kootenay Lake and Goat Range Provincial Park, while Japanese Canadian Museum and S.S. Moyie National Historic Site are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Argenta, BC

What's nearby

  • Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Provincial Park - 39 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Moyie Beach - 44 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Kaslo Golf Club - 46 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Mirror Lake - 49 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Fletcher Falls - 55 min drive - 58.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Drifter's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pool;wilderness; view of mountains, lake, river;hot tub, sauna;privacy;hiking! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kootenay Lake and within 25 miles (40 km) of Milford Lake and Milford Lake Recreation Site. Langham Cultural Centre and Japanese Canadian Museum are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay and people

Amazing views very relaxing. Great hosts. Was a great stay would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thanks Tim. It was a joy having you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Most amazing holiday

This was like no other rental that we have ever done ! Location is incredible , house has everything: well stocked kitchen , BBQ , garden , hummingbirds, large property to explore and even the dogs that our kids loved ! Hosts offer guided trips and we were taken on a hike to Monica Meadows: so beautiful !!! We highly recommmend this place !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
We are so glad you guys enjoyed your stay and the hike! Loved the pictures you took. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little slice of heaven!

My boyfriend and I had the most AMAZING stay here. The house was spotless and the views were to die for. We never wanted to leave the pool, except to enjoy some of the delicious fresh fruits and vegetables from their garden. We can’t wait to go back and relax again! If you stay here, make sure you enjoy one morning drinking coffee by the waterfall and pond in the back 😌
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thanks Hannah. So glad you enjoyed yourselves! Hope to see you again. Robyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Welcome to Shangri-La!

This secluded property offers everything we want for a vacation rental. From the beautiful view at the front to all the hiking trails starting from the back yard one doesn’t need to leave the property for your entire stay. The pool, hot tub, pond and garden are icing on the cake. When you enter the property one knows they have entered a BC version of Shangri-La. Our hope is to make this an annual family trip. Namaste
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2023
You have described everything we have tried to create perfectly! Namaste back to you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem

Beautiful property. Truly a hidden gem. Glen & Robyn are great hosts. Location is incredible to connect with nature, relax, and "disconnect" from the noise of the world. It is also nice to have the pool, hot tub and sauna to treat ourselves :-) Our boys and our dog also had a great time hanging out and playing with Kibou. What am impressive dog! Thanks Glen and Robyn!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little slice of paradise

Robyn and Glen have the perfect vacation spot. There are stunning views of kootney lake, the duncan river and selkirk mountain. They have a wonderful abundant garden that you are welcome to enjoy. We had the most relaxing time in the hottub and pool . There were many lawn games to play as well as indoor games, multiple movies and CD's to listen to. My granddaughter enjoyed playing endlessly on the beautiful grounds with her new fur friends Kibau and Cricket !! Worth every moment. Thank You so much Robyn and Glen for sharing your home, we would definitely return to Argenta . Pam and family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2021
We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. We try hard to create a special experience here and you took it all in!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning

This property and its surroundings are absolutely gorgeous! You could not ask for a more beautiful location and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice location, amenities and hosts, fully enjoyed our stay

We stayed at the property for a week at the end of March. A very pleasant experience - nice house (can sleep 6), beautiful location (overlooking lake, river and in the mountains), hot tub, fire pit, barbecue, nice collection of movies and videos, and games. Glenn and Robyn are nice hosts as well, very accessible when needed, our special thanks for the outings to Duncan lake and hide and seek games with Kibou (kids loved it - our best wishes on her exams to qualify as a rescue dog)!! Take care.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot!

Quite the drive coming down from Revelstoke (ferry +narrow, gravel, windy road along Trout Lake) however well worth the drive! Beautiful view, property, gardens, hummingbirds, cabin! And the kiddos loved the solar heated pool and hot tub! Thanks for the lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a perfect place to get away and still practice physical distancing

Wow, this place was the perfect spot for the exact vacation we were looking for. If you want to get away from the hustle and craziness of the city and go to a place where you put down your phone before breakfast and don't pick it up again until bedtime, this is that place. The views are breathtaking, the pool and hot tub are perfect for relaxing and to escape the weather and mosquitoes. And for when you want to sleep in or just enjoy, the quiet of this location is amazing. Robyn and Glen are the perfect hosts (there when you need something and absent when you don't). Highly recommend this place except don't book it for when I want to go back next. :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Place

Our family of four enjoyed a week at this magical property. Glen and Robyn were fantastic hosts, always available if you needed them, otherwise gave you the run of their property and privacy. If you are looking for seclusion, adventure and relaxation all in one, this is the place. We enjoyed hikes on the property, lounging and playing in the pool and hot tub, fishing, and days by Kootenay Lake. This property is off the beaten track, which is exactly what we needed, and a fun adventure to travel to with beautiful scenery and ferry rides.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

Our family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin/house. This place sold us on photos, but it is even better when you see it! The scenery was so beautiful, imagine sitting on a deck and watching 70 hummingbirds! This place is perfect for a family - our kids enjoyed playing in a pool or going for a bike ride. Thank you Robin and Glen - we will be back! Daniela and Rick
Stayed 6 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Relaxing Getaway!

This is a wonderful place to stay. The pictures don't do justice to how sweet this house is, and the amazing views all around. The hosts are amazing, and were so welcoming. My husband and I were celebrating our wedding, and we were greeted by the most thoughtful welcome package. There is ample space in the house, and the kitchen is equipped with everything you could need. The hottub looks out over the lake, and will instantly melt all of your troubles away. This is a perfect home away from home place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Natural Oasis

Our stay at Robyn and Glens was beyond amazing! We were 6 moms looking to get away on a relaxing, peaceful, getaway and this place; their home, exceeded our expectations by far!! It’s picturesque view of the mountains overlooking the entire valley was breath taking, especially when we could enjoy it from the pool or hot tub. The peace, tranquility and restfulness you come away with is exactly what us gals needed! We had many, many laughs and memorable moments here! Robyn and Glen are a wonderful, easy going, friendly and personable couple that were very accommodating anytime that we needed them! I would highly recommend their place to anyone and to all walks of life looking to have a memorable enjoyable vacation! Thank you Robyn and Glen!! The ‘Moms’ 😄
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you so much to all 6 of you moms! We enjoyed having you here as much as you enjoyed yourselves. We're so glad we could share our beautiful space with you and help fill you up to go home and continue with your very important job as moms!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Most relaxing weekend ever !

This property was everything we had hoped for! The whole weekend was so relaxing, Robyn and Glen were super nice and really made us feel welcome. Their house is so beautiful and their property is truly magical, we even saw a deer !
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We are so glad you had such a relaxing time. If I recall you called it your "spa weekend". We are glad it was everything you hoped for!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing getaway!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this little slice of paradise at the north end of Kootenay Lake. Robyn and Glen are the best, such gracious hosts, and will make sure you have whatever you need to enjoy your stay. The area is an outdoor playground, so many things to do for folks looking for adventure. This was the second visit this summer, and we're looking forward to another visit next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We so enjoyed having you here and particularly enjoyed our hikes together. We look forward to seeing you again and continuing to explore the area. So neat to see how much we have in common with you guys!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Everything you could ask for has been thought of. Robyn and Glen are friendly, generous, down to earth people who have opened up a part of their lives to share with others. A must have experience that you won't be disappointed with!!!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thanks so much. We really enjoyed having you and your family here and your daughters were absolutely wonderful!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Kootenays::::)))

Perfect house overlooking the Lardeau River and mountains of Meadow Creek. Great kitchen, hot tub/pool area. Ideal home base for doing day trips to Monica Meadows/jumbo and rafting the Lardeau I will be returning :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you. We're so glad you enjoyed yourselves. You certainly made good use of exploring all the beauty of the surrounding area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly a paradise!

From the moment our group of 5 girlfriends, all in our 'mature' years, arrived, to the moment we had to leave, we were truly all had the most amazing experience. From the unbelievable views, both from the house and the cliff at the end of our exhilarating hike, to the star gazing from deck and hot tub we remained in a state of awe. Noemi blessed us with an outstanding and moving meditation experience with the crystal bowls paired so effortlessly with her voice...some of us moved to tears! Robyn and Glen we are so thankful that you shared what you have created together with us and others. We are booking now for next year...but for longer...we all left wanting more time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you. We look forward to seeing all of you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True Kootenay Paradise!!

Absolutely amazing!!! Everything it is promised to be and more, and Robyn made us feel right at home. We had 4 adults, one baby and a dog and everyone was fully accommodated and enjoyed themselves immensely. Despite being remote it is easy to find and still close access to a couple of local stores, with Kaslo and the other towns of the Kootenays still reachable by car. Perfect views and just cannot way enough about the place and the warmth of our hosts, we hope to come back numerous times over the years as our daughter grows up! Thank you Robyn and Glen, what an amazing little piece of paradise you have and thanks so much for sharing!! :)
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you so much! It was wonderful having you here. You were so enthusiastic and soaked up everything you could while here. We couldn't have asked for better guests. We look forward to you coming again!

About the host

Hosted by Robyn Skobalski

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We wanted to get out of the city and leave our stressful jobs in the Okanagan behind. So we searched for and found our slice of paradise in the West Kootenay and have never regretted it.

Why they chose this property

We had a list of 20 possible properties that fit the description of what we were looking for and we packed up our truck and spent a weekend checking them all out. This was the last property on our list and we immediately fell in love with it and the area. We returned home at the end of the weekend and on Monday we met with the bank to make an offer. The rest is history!

What makes this property unique

After 25 years we are still discovering new things to do out here. The hiking is endless and the lakes are beautiful. There is so much to explore. We are tucked away in a little corner of B.C. that is undiscovered and special. Over the years we have repeatedly talked about wanting to share what we have with others and finally four years ago we decided to go for it and here we are listed as a vacation rental. We hope our place will inspire others to pursue their dreams.

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