10/10 Excellent
Diana d.
19 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, lovely location
Diana d.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Shawnigan Lake, BC
- Place, West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park18 min walk
- Place, McGee Creek Park3 min drive
- Place, Victoria Harbour45 min drive
- Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bunk Bed
Bunkie
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Family Room
1 Queen Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake
Enjoy this Shawnigan Lake waterfront property and everything it offers to make your getaway the relaxing and fun retreat you are hoping for.
We have hosted many family reunions, birthday parties, bachelorette weekends, and sports teams competing with the local schools.
The home offers a bright kitchen, dining and living room area where families and friends can gather to make memories and enjoy views of the lake. The home also offers a large family room with a pool table and foosball table.
This vacation property sleeps up to 12 with 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 Queen beds and a single over Queen bunk bed), Queen hide-a-bed in the family room, and a single movable cot. There are 3 full bathrooms and laundry.
The large deck is a great place to gather and offers morning sun and full views of the lake. Down the stairs is another sitting area around the firepit (wood fires are only permitted when BC Coastal Fire Centre does not have bans or restrictions in place).
The large dock is where you will spend your day swimming, fishing and floating. There is a small beach for the little ones and boat whips to hook up your own boat. The covered area offers shade from the endless summer sun. Please note that there are stairs leading down to the lake.
There is plenty of parking inside the gates, with beautiful garden beds and a level grassy area for yard games. And if you need more to do there is access across the road to the Cowichan Valley Trail for hiking, mountain biking and the Kinsol trestle. Enjoy dinner at The Lakehouse or take a local wine tour.
The home is well appointed, including linens, towels, and all kitchenware. The water system is state of the art and is safe for drinking. Wifi is available both in the house and on the dock.
You will have private access to the home, the dock and 1 acre property; however the property is the owner’s primary residence as required by B.C. laws and will be on site in a separate location.
The host is available via the VRBO app, or via text/phone.
There is a flock of chickens which provides you the opportunity to collect fresh eggs and interact with the friendly flock. There is a rooster who is very friendly, but be aware, he has a loud cock-a doodle-doo! The owners also have a friendly dog named Copper.
We have hosted many family reunions, birthday parties, bachelorette weekends, and sports teams competing with the local schools.
The home offers a bright kitchen, dining and living room area where families and friends can gather to make memories and enjoy views of the lake. The home also offers a large family room with a pool table and foosball table.
This vacation property sleeps up to 12 with 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 Queen beds and a single over Queen bunk bed), Queen hide-a-bed in the family room, and a single movable cot. There are 3 full bathrooms and laundry.
The large deck is a great place to gather and offers morning sun and full views of the lake. Down the stairs is another sitting area around the firepit (wood fires are only permitted when BC Coastal Fire Centre does not have bans or restrictions in place).
The large dock is where you will spend your day swimming, fishing and floating. There is a small beach for the little ones and boat whips to hook up your own boat. The covered area offers shade from the endless summer sun. Please note that there are stairs leading down to the lake.
There is plenty of parking inside the gates, with beautiful garden beds and a level grassy area for yard games. And if you need more to do there is access across the road to the Cowichan Valley Trail for hiking, mountain biking and the Kinsol trestle. Enjoy dinner at The Lakehouse or take a local wine tour.
The home is well appointed, including linens, towels, and all kitchenware. The water system is state of the art and is safe for drinking. Wifi is available both in the house and on the dock.
You will have private access to the home, the dock and 1 acre property; however the property is the owner’s primary residence as required by B.C. laws and will be on site in a separate location.
The host is available via the VRBO app, or via text/phone.
There is a flock of chickens which provides you the opportunity to collect fresh eggs and interact with the friendly flock. There is a rooster who is very friendly, but be aware, he has a loud cock-a doodle-doo! The owners also have a friendly dog named Copper.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Property Registration Number H402582160
About the area
Shawnigan Lake
Located in Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. World's Largest Hockey Stick and Kinsol Trestle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merridale Estate Cidery and Damali Lavender & Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Shawnigan Lake, BC
What's nearby
- West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- McGee Creek Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Victoria Harbour - 45 min drive - 51.4 km
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 46 min drive - 51.7 km
- Butchart Gardens - 54 min drive - 58.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tim Hortons - 15 min drive
- Drumroaster Coffee - 16 min drive
- Cobblestone Pub - 13 min drive
- Serious Coffee - 16 min drive
- The Lakehouse At Shawnigan Lake - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Adeen B.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Hosts on incredible Lakefront Property
Adeen B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dennis J.
10 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with amazing views
Dennis J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle R.
1 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely way to celebrate
Danielle R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hilary V.
10 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exceptional home on the lake
Hilary V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shona D.
10 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall perfection
Shona D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Shauna Smith
We are from the Greater Victoria area and love the outdoors, hiking, swimming, mountain biking, fishing, water skiing so this lake property is perfect as it offers us all that we enjoy.
Why they chose this property
The lake. Its beautiful, clean and warm - a perfect BC lake.
What makes this property unique
This property offers lake front fun, plus space in the yard for other activities beyond the dock.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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