The Cottage at Hawkins Lake: a Lakefront Paradise

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Enjoy the area

Canim Lake, BC

108 Mile Ranch, BC (ZMH-South Cariboo Regional)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Escape to the Cottage at Hawkins Lake, perched lakefront with the utmost privacy. Fish, swim or canoe from your private dock. Sip your coffee on the dock in the morning and make memories around the fire at night. Enjoy a game of bocce ball or ladder ball while eagles soar overhead. Play in the games room or soak in the clawfoot bathtub overlooking the lake. In winter, cross-country ski, snowshoe or snowmobile on nearby trails, then cozy up in front of the woodstove. This is a truly magical place.

Property manager

Martina & Derek Boyd

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Any guests beyond the number listed on your itinerary will be charged a penalty at $50 per person per night.

We reserve the right to terminate your stay without refund if you exceed the maximum occupancy (10 guests)

There is absolutely no smoking anywhere on the property. Guests found smoking will be charged a fine of $250.00.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

Canim Lake, BC

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage at Hawkins Lake: a Lakefront Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage at Hawkins Lake: a Lakefront Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage at Hawkins Lake: a Lakefront Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage at Hawkins Lake: a Lakefront Paradise located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Canim Beach Provincial Park, Ruth Lake Provincial Park and Greenlee Lake. Schoolhouse Lake Provincial Park is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Monique I.

12 August 2023

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

Family Vacation

Amazing location on lake and very private. Owners are always available for any help or questions. Beautiful lake location and view and spacious interiors suitable for large family.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen R.

26 July 2023

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

The perfect place for a relaxing family vacation

We spent 7 blissful lazy summer days here. The dock was the favorite place for relaxing on towels, reading and napping. Lots of time was spent swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. The house has everything you need - well stocked kitchen, cozy living room, lots of outdoor sitting areas, beautiful bedrooms and very comfortable beds. The house has lots of light and big windows and spectacular views of the lake, and the animal life is abundant and active. It's very remote - you have a very private feeling here. There is an amazing movie/games room downstairs, but we never even used it as all time was spent outside. The owner was very quick to respond to questions or concerns. Everything was in working order, WiFI as well. A large freezer and fridge made it easy to bring food and drinks for a full week. We could not have wanted for more, it was a wonderful place for a real super, natural BC experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter r.

23 July 2023

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

Great overall but elements were overbearing

Property is beautiful, as is the lake. Overall we had a lovely stay. Would recommend this property to other family groups. My only issue is the with the long list of possible owner grievances and rules. The posted reminders of what needs to be done in placards throughout the house. Seems overbearing. Likely someone has not treated the beautiful house with the respect it deserves yet it creates an element of stress to anyone staying at the property. Despite this I would still recommend this VRBO based on the location and the accommodations. We did have a power outage during our stay but the owners took immediate action and it was restored promptly.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

10 May 2023

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

Idyllic remote location

The house is spacious and well-equipped. The lake is beautiful. We enjoyed the kayaks. There's no cell service for quite some distance from the location.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Tyler R.

2 September 2022

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

Family getaway

August 26-September 2 My sisters family and my family try and get away together for a week every summer. This year it was Hawkins Lake. For our group of 9 the house had more than enough room. We enjoyed the lake and private setting. Kids had a blast kayaking and paddle boarding/swimming in the lake. Canim lake near by offers a small beach area with a few sites and great swimming as well. It was a good family vacation. Like everything the house has a couple quirks, but that said I would recommend this place to anyone looking to get away from the city for a slower pace vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Martina & Derek Boyd

I'm from Vancouver, BC and grew up near Granville Island. After graduating from University of Toronto, I returned to BC and met my husband, Derek. We have two amazing kids, Henry (12) and Zoe (10). We love the outdoors, both in summer and winter (and even in the rain!). I also enjoy spinning (especially on our Peloton bike), reading, cooking, and watching movies and shows. We love sharing our family vacation home with others and are committed to being responsive and friendly hosts. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Why they chose this property

Having been born and raised in Montana, then having moved to Seattle and subsequently Vancouver, Derek always dreamt of having a vacation home in the woods. We were thrilled to have discovered the South Cariboo in Summer 2020, and immediately fell in love with this home when we saw it. Our first night in the home was magical - after canoeing and swimming in the lake, we enjoyed dinner overlooking the water while an eagle perched on the tree right beside us searching the water for prey. At night, we heard loons calling. The serenity and beauty of Hawkins Lake is unparalleled.