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Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains

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A spacious living room with a large sofa set, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to another level.
A modern house with a large tree in the front yard, a deck, and a covered outdoor area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A stone staircase leading to a modern house with large windows and a covered porch.
A bedroom with large windows, a bed, a wooden cabinet, and a ladder outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
At the riverfront, this 4-bedroom villa accommodates 10 guests and features 2 bathrooms. Enjoy mountain views from the balcony, deck, and patio. Engage in adventure activities like fishing and sailing, while a fitness center and nearby golf course cater to sports enthusiasts. Explore attractions such as Bow River and Ghost Lake.

Highlights

  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Waiparous Village, AB
  • Place, Ghost Lake
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Canada Olympic Park
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3 (3 season room)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Attached to multipurpose room

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Master bedroom ensuite

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains

Experience the rhythm of nature enveloped by the majestic and lush pines of one of the world's most untouched areas, the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains, in  our quaint holiday villa.
You can enjoy the riverside, look at the Rockies, silently enjoy the beauty of treed lot and experience 🏡 in the middle of nowhere

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children will 💘 being here, of course, withadults
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Events

No events allowed
Only exceptions with covid restrictions
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wildfire alerts and our family is smoke allergic

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Hope you had a great stay. Pls remember to lock the door and gate, and any windows if they were opened. Trash can be consolidated to the garage garbage bins
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No outside footwear strictly allowed inside the ho
Strictly no access to workshop, garage and other e
Pls follow all county / local rules including fire

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10761929
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
Note from host: Only exceptions with covid restrictions
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

Waiparous Village

Located in Waiparous Village, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Brewster's Kananaskis Ranch Golf Course and Water Valley Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wildcat Island Natural Area and Ghost Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, or check out an event or a game at Cochrane Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Waiparous Village, AB

What's nearby

  • Ghost Lake - 27 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary - 28 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Calaway Park - 53 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Canada Olympic Park - 58 min drive - 71.8 km
  • WinSport - 58 min drive - 71.8 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat - Secluded exotic villa in the Rocky mountains located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly villa is within 20 mi (32 km) of Wildcat Island Natural Area, Ghost Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area and Heartland Boulevard Garden. Ghost Lake and Bow River are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The unique layout of the property made the experience feel extra special. We'd definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2026
Thank you Ram for the kind words, glad you guys enjoyed the place. Have a wonderful rest of the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vrbo for a weekend getaway, easy to get to from Calgary. River access was great and the covered deck area was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much have a great summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely house. We enjoyed it greatly. It is secluded with a river flowing by the property. I recommend it if you like privacy, silence, tranquility.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was ideal for our get-together and we really enjoyed our stay. The covered deck off the main living area is a real bonus. The host was responsive and helpful, and everything in the listing was accurate — having the river that close made the stay incredibly memorable.One note on check-in: there's no cell service at the front gate. We ended up walking down to the house to piggyback off the Wi-Fi. I'd suggest confirming check-in details with the host before you drive up.Clean and tidy, with lots of little areas around the house where you could get some time to yourself while everyone was still visiting together. Would highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really unique house and bathrooms. Perfect location for a more remote getaway with hiking trails close by
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful and clean. My friends and I enjoyed our stay. Host was very easily accessible by message
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious house

Beautiful area. About an hour from most popular locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much for the review. Glad you enjoyed staying at our place. You kept our place as your own and kept it all tidy, appreciate it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The main part of the house was absolutely beautiful. And accurately described. The owners were VERY responsive and accommodating. They even did a little shopping for us the day before we came in. However we were a little underwhelmed with the downstairs bedrooms. When you walk into the house you are walking into one of the bedrooms (no privacy). The other bedroom with the two full beds and a single bed were situated in what I would call a “screened in porch”, pretty much outside. Other than that it was a wonderful place, very spacious, well kept and clean. I would stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much Colleen have a great summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waiporous Village Get Away

Property was in a beautiful location off of Ghost River. It was a great property for getting away with family and still being in driving distance of Banff, Canmore, and Banff National Park. It was quiet and secluded in a rural area. We saw deer daily as we were out and about.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Canada Paradise

We loved the seclusion & beauty. Ghost river & mountain views. Everything well stocked. Screened in porches with tables, chairs, gas grill, & fire pit. The only downside for 2 of us in our mid 70's was the number of steps in & out of the home.
View from balcony
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breath of fresh air

We held a surprise 50th birthday celebration for a weekend. This place was perfect for us. It is uniquely spacious and beautiful. We loved the screened outdoor living spaces (was necessary as it rained for 2 days straight), loved the fire pit area and path to the look out point near the river. So incredibly beautiful and serene. The home is very clean and had everything we needed - even for a larger gathering / BBQ. The host was quick to reply to all my questions leading up to our stay there. We will be back to stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location

Bad experience

The place was so far away but the shower was accidentally broken by my friends daughter. Which resulted in several deep cuts all over her body. The owner even questioned us of being drunk. The owner did not even ask us if we had gone to the hospital all he was concerned about was the broken glass. And the shower handle was already detached when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2024
Hi Lester, We appreciate your feedback and hope to improve your experience in the future. It was an unfortunate incident that happened and I tried to do everything possible to make your stay comfortable. I remember when the booking was initially made - I clarified the location for you and even helped you cancel it the first time at the risk of listing being deactivated. I had provided you with all the information for first aid kit, the nearest hospital facility - Cochrane medical facility when we first learnt about the incident in the morning. In the future, please consider reporting immediately to get assistance. Also, the VRBO app contains all emergency information like medical facilities, first aid kit and other helpful items including location as well while booking. I hope you and your family are doing well.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Overall a great place, lots of room, but just a heads up that the place is very remote and far from other places.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2026
Hi Rosalie Thank you so much for your review. Sorry that the distance was too much for your plan.

About the host

Hosted by Somu

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My husband and I enjoy this property as our home away from the day to day rush of life. We love the mountains, river and nature and treat this as our treasured, sacred and happy place. We love sharing our bit of treasure with our guests as they explore the Rockies and take memories home.

Why they chose this property

Our own access to the river, undivided views of the mountains, freely roaming wildlife makes this our favorited spot and our place to call home. Easy access to Ghost river public land use area as well as unchartered paths to drive through make it our favorite.

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