Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches

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A wooden sign with "Welcome to the Lake" and a canoe graphic.
A group of people dining at an outdoor table with a view of a garden.
A dining area with a table set for breakfast, a vase with flowers, and a picture on the wall.
A sign for R-Harn Thai Restaurant with a modern building in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large wooden pillar, a bed with blue bedding, a chair, and a view of the hallway.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • Place, Shawnigan Lake Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shawnigan Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mill Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Memory Island Provincial Park and West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, while Shawnigan Lake Museum and Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre are cultural highlights. Cowichan Wooden Boat Society and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shawnigan Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Mill Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Butchart Gardens - 56 min drive - 23.1 km
  • University of Victoria - 60 min drive - 54.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Serious Coffee - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Retreat - Steps to Village & Beaches located?

Located in the heart of Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Shawnigan Lake Museum and Shawnigan Lake. Old Mill Park and Old Baldy Mountain Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, clean and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot! Excellent suite for a getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything perfect and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and was in perfect location for our needs , Shawn was more than accommodating. Definitely would recomend this property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want a cozy retreat from the world in a lazy laid back town on Vancouver Island, this is the place to go. The suite was very comfortable and we could cook lovely meals with a well stocked kitchen. You can see thought went into arranging the suite to make for a very comfortable stay. Thank you Shawn!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2026
I’m so glad you had a memorable stay. I’d be happy to host you and your family again anytime. Many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The little cabin by the lake was cute and suited our needs perfectly. We loved the random wildlife visitors like deer, bunnies and a turkey ….. yes a turkey 😅.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious with a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The laundry service was convenient. The location was perfect. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a nice place to stay: quiet, private, clean, has kitchen, and TV room; easy parking; good location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was clean, laundry right there, full kitchen, cozy space, nice shower- perfect for what we needed. Very central.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All very good. Amenities, location, cleanliness, host all very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot to relax and enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. I was not contacted by VRBO with the exact address so it took a bit of extra time to check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Staff overnight stay

Our staff enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay. Highly recommend to anyone coming to Shawnigan. Just a small walk to the beach with the beach towels provided in hand. Couldnt have ask for better value for money. Highly recommend. 👌👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cozy suite in the heart of Shawnigan Lake. Great location, perfect for a weekend getaway or a longer stay. Close to coffee shops, restaurants, general store, and walking trails by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was very happy to have found somewhere close to the lake! Perfect size for a couple travelling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding stay!!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean and cozy suite. Great location for visiting Brentwood or Shawnigan schools. Clear instructions and responsive communication with the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and quaint

Nice , clean place, close to amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good value for the money. Clean and cozy unit with tasteful decor and convenient location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities in good condition Suite smelled heavily deodorized
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was clean and well appointed. Shaun always answered my questions quickly.Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. The suite was exactly as described, clean, spacious, fully equipped kitchen, and full laundry facilities. Very private yard, with the use of outdoor furniture, where we viewed wild turkey and deer. I liked that it was within walking distance of trails, the beach and eateries, with a short drive to the town centre for groceries and other goods. Easy access to other towns along the main artery, Hwy 1, for exploring the area and a short drive to the Mill Bay ferry and Victoria. Thanks Sean, we had a great stay! :)
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

BEAUTIFUL VANCOUVER ISLAND

The property location is in a beautiful area and the little village is charming,relaxing and pleasant. A good place to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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