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Lavender Cabin + Sauna and onsite trails. Retreat - Sleeps 10 near Salmon Arm BC

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Recessed room off of the living room.

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Guest bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

House Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lavender Cabin + Sauna and onsite trails. Retreat - Sleeps 10 near Salmon Arm BC

Lavender Cabin ~ Larch Hills Ski Chalet
Escape to Lavender Cabin, a timber-framed retreat tucked into 160 forested acres overlooking the Shuswap River and North Okanagan Valley. This spacious, pet-friendly cabin sleeps up to 10 guests year-round (12 in summer) and features stunning views, a private wood-fired sauna, and over 14 km of private forest trails to explore.
Unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature—just 10 minutes from world-class skiing at Larch Hills Nordic Trails and close to Salmon Arm and Enderby for dining, wineries, and more.

Sleeps 10–12
• King bed (master bedroom)
• Queen + Double bed (second bedroom)
• Two double futons (living room)
• Seasonal: Double futon in screened porch (May–Sept)
Features & Amenities
• Private wood-fired sauna ($30 fee, seasonal restrictions)
• Full country kitchen with oven, stove, cookware & essentials
• Two full bathrooms + outdoor shower
• Wood fireplace + firewood included
• Screened-in porch with seasonal fireplace
• Two covered screened decks, patio, and BBQ
• Complimentary duvets, linens, and towels
• Board games, books & cozy vibes
• Complimentary herbal teas, salt & pepper
• Stove-top kettle, French press, and percolator
• Free Wi-Fi

Pet Friendly
• Pets welcome ($25 per pet)
• Note: Dogs live on the property

Onsite Activities
• 14+ km of private hiking/snowshoe trails
• Birdwatching, nature bathing, trail running
• Private fire pit (firewood $20)
• Puzzles, games, and our woodland boutique

Explore Nearby
• Larch Hills Ski Trails & 50+ km of Nordic ski trails
• Enderby Cliffs, Starlight Drive-In & Farmers Markets
• Caravan Farm Theatre & Cardiff Miller Art Gallery
• Small Axe Roadhouse (live music & food)
• River beaches in Enderby & Grindrod

Good to Know
• Sauna : Please request in advance
• Sauna may be unavailable during fire bans
• Cabin heated by wood stove (firewood included)
• 4WD recommended in winter
• Bring groceries, coffee, personal toiletries, slippers, headlamp, trail shoes, bug spray, and cash for boutique/firewood
• Snowshoes can be rented at John’s Ski Shack
• Download the Merlin Bird ID App for birdwatching

Lavender Cabin is your private woodland spa and mountain retreat—perfect for families, nature lovers, and small groups looking to relax and recharge.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Chideren are welcome.
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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
Smoking outside only.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number H000009917

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

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Salmon Arm, BC

What's nearby

  • Upper Violet Creek Provincial Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Salmon Arm Golf Club - 36 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Shuswap Lake - 45 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Salmon Arm Wharf - 45 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Mara Provincial Park - 47 min drive - 33.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Canooligans' Lakefront Bites - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Yans Chinese Restaraunt - ‬37 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lavender Cabin + Ski + Sauna + Group friendly in the Larch Hills + Salmon Arm pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Lavender Cabin + Sauna and onsite trails. Retreat - Sleeps 10 near Salmon Arm BC?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Cabin + Sauna and onsite trails. Retreat - Sleeps 10 near Salmon Arm BC on 6 May 2026 start from NZ$318, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lavender Cabin + Ski + Sauna + Group friendly in the Larch Hills + Salmon Arm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lavender Cabin + Ski + Sauna + Group friendly in the Larch Hills + Salmon Arm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lavender Cabin + Ski + Sauna + Group friendly in the Larch Hills + Salmon Arm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lavender Cabin + Ski + Sauna + Group friendly in the Larch Hills + Salmon Arm located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Upper Violet Creek Provincial Park, Mara Meadows Provincial Park and Larch Hills Winery. Salmon Arm Golf Club and Canoe Creek Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 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. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at this house with our family of four and our dog. The home is beautiful, spacious, and well-equipped. We especially loved the privacy and the many walking trails that were perfect for our dog to explore.We had a great beach day at Canoe dog beach but we highly recommend a paddleboard float from Grindrod to Secret Beach. The river is sandy and shallow, which was perfect for the kids and our dog to play in as we went downstream. It was a blast!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikita G.

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

Girls trip

We had an awesome trip and really enjoyed lavender cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy w.

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

Forest retreat

This is a stunning property the view is incredible and the cabin is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maddi M.

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

Like a dream!!

I stayed at the lavender house with a group of my best girlfriends for a relaxing and healing winter bachelorette. This place is a dream stay! From the gorgeous curated space to the incredible views/property, I cant say enough great things! On our checkout day, all the girls agreed that we should have booked longer. We will avsolutely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy W.

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

Family Vacation

It was definately a winter wonderland with many trails to explore. The hosts were fantastic when we had an issue with water,it was resolved quickly. The kitchen needed some cleaning but it had everything we needed. It was a great family vacation one that will be remembered for a long time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Serene setting with great view

We loved the peaceful environment away from the city life we are used to. Plenty of room for our family. Our children enjoyed a short hike on the property and spending a day at a beach close by. We enjoyed looking out over the valley while drinking our morning coffee and enjoying a warm fire on a cold evening. We would love to return some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anil B.

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

Exclusive

The property is located within natural environment with lots of trees around. The Google maps is not able to track the property but follow the directions provided by property owner. You will not have TV but lots of books to read. If you are looking for good getaway then this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley S.

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

Off the Grid Fun

We had an amazing time at Lavender Cabin! It was really roomy and had a quirky layout that we really loved. The fireplace and downstairs wood burning stove kept us toasty warm and there was plenty of games and room to play instruments, so we had a few singalongs. The dogs were never underfoot and the kitchen was roomy enough for many cooks at one time. We were all able to get into the property without 4X4, but it was slippery and muddy, so that is definitely a good recommendation. All in all, a great family weekend for those who enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Challenging yet lovely

The home is beautiful, clean and has all the amenities you need. All of the beds have quality and clean linens and Maggie was extremely responsive to our needs. As I’m sure anyone can appreciate, the last thing you need after a long day of travel is to get lost in the bush. Don’t try to find this place at night and don’t follow google maps and don’t let the term, “tin poppy resort” confuse you. I will say the directions should state to follow turn right and follow the L’Arche Hills Forest Service road, as per the current sign. Despite the location/way-finding, it is a beautiful home and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison Y.

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

Most memorable family vacation

We stayed at the Lavender Cabin for 8 nights and it was magical. Don’t let the off grid, switch back roads scare you, once you arrive it is your own little piece of heaven! Secluded in the forest, surrounded by grape vines, chipmunks, lizards and woodpeckers you can enjoy the best view around! The house itself is amazing - the largest dining room table around will fit the whole family! We enjoyed many of the games and books and finished the puzzle we started on day 1. Our favourite room was the sunroom where we would enjoy our morning coffee with the lavender smells and plan the day. Maggie and Jeremey very helpful throughout the stay. We truly enjoyed the off grid experience - if you are looking to get away from city life and connect with your family, this is for you! Thank you Tin Poppy xoxox!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherissa C.

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

Do not use the HomeAway link to the property location!

The location of the property was wonderful, However we used the link on the HomeAway website to GPS us to the location. We ended up in the middle of a ski hill (literally). After coming down from the ski hill we got help from a local lady who was outside doing yard work. We are so thankful for her or else we never would found the place! Secondly, there was a lack of general supplies such as toilet paper and towels (Bath and cleaning) by the end of our stay we could only use the one bathroom because there was no toilet paper in the other. Considering our extended stay I feel we should have received some additional amenities to last the duration of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Girls weekend

It's an adventure to navigate the switch back roads but absolutely worth it. And REALLY pay attention to the signs and heart's hanging from the trees. If ya don't It's more of an adventure. Lol For larger groups Lavender cabin where we stayed is perfect. Do note that if you have 12 individuals, you will be sharing beds. There was 8 of us and while 6 didn't mind, 2 got to have their own bed.There is confusion from the actual website and via Verbo surrounding somethings. For me it was the fire wood. I had purchased 20 ahead of time for the firepit and sauna. There is wood for heating the cabin free of charge but all wood is needed to be chopped by guest. Which is fine if you can. The confusion lied with my purchased wood because all wood was together under the cabin and we didn't use the firepit because it's a bit of a walk , uneven ground and rain.Instead we sat in the cozy little screened in patio with the fireplace 99% of the time. That fireplace is purchased wood. Once everything was clarified, I glady popped in more money. Anyway, its an amazing place and already planning next year's trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

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

Beautifull!

The property was clean and elegant. We were surprised at the distance up the mountain, but once we were there the views and quiet were well worth it. The beautiful details in the furniture and artwork gave the property a real charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Unique and amazing rental

Never stayed in a solar eco cabin the size of this property. It was great, bit of a drive to get to it but we'll worth it. Lots of space. Will def be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Incredible off grid heaven

We absolutely loved our stay. The house was incredible and the kids had so much fun. I would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory T.

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

Perfect paradise getaway

What a unique experience at this wintery paradise! Our expectations were high and the lavender cabin did not let us down. If you are so lucky to be able to experience this mountain oasis, embrace the chance. We will definitely be back to take in all that it has to offer in the different seasons
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

a get away to rember

beautiful home, very impressed with what can be done with an off the grid situation. Luxurious even with the smoke, missed the view because of it. Well equipped kitchen and so comfy all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brittany H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

It was okay

The cabin is beautiful and quiet which is what we needed. The first day we stayed there was no hot water (they recently installed a new hot water heater). We text the owner and she was good about responding that night but the following morning (Saturday) started texting us at 6:50am and calling at 8:00am. Our 2 night stay was our only summer vacation and I wish I could have slept in without my phone waking me and showered the night before as we had been in the sauna before we realized the lack of water. I felt like I was roughing it for a somewhat pricey weekend and was not offered a discount.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe T.

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

Stunning view!

We weren't prepared for how gorgeous the view was, it was like looking at an ever changing painting! Maggie was extremely nice & the house was spacious yet very cozy & comfortable. The 2 screened in porches & the sauna were especially great. We had a lovely week. Thanks! -Phoebe
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha D.

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

Little Piece of Paradise

This property was undeniably stunning, with breathtaking views! It was an absolute dream and I'm hoping to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaley D.

Amazing getaway!

The Lavendar house at tin poppy was such a great way to spend a weekend! It was so private and cozy and the view was amazing. It truly was a great way to get away and relax with friends. There weee hiking trails near by and wine tasting. The cabin had everything we needed for the weekend and was super clean. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kali B.

Beautiful

We stayed at the Lavender house and loved every minute of it!! Beautiful rustic house surrounded by breath taking views! Would love to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Engie K.

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

Very nice, quiet retreat!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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