Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay

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A room with a large window, a wooden bench, and a chair.
A wooden house with a porch, steps leading up to the entrance, and a red umbrella.
A rustic cabin with large windows, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
A yoga studio with bean bags and a wooden column.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a tree trunk integrated into the ceiling structure.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kinsol Trestle

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Cowichan Valley B, BC
  • Place, Kinsol Trestle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Childrens Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Large Bedroom

+1
5 Single Beds

North Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Merridale Estate Cidery and Damali Lavender & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mill Bay Centre and Duncan Farmers Market. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Cowichan Valley B, BC

What's nearby

  • Kinsol Trestle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Malahat SkyWalk - 36 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Hatley Castle - 53 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Government Street - 57 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 59 min drive - 59.0 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cobble Hill Deli - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Drifters Creamery - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$2,973, 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 Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eaglenest Sanctuary - Rustic and Serene Riverfront Stay located?

Located in the heart of Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kinsol Trestle and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Shawnigan Lake. West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park and McGee Creek Park are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So peaceful and cozy! Exactly what we were looking for in a friends’ trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location only minutes walk from the Kindol Trestle. The place was very spacious and perfect for our extended family to gather and celebrate New Year’s together.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Artistic, Tranquil, Beautiful

This place was stunning. It had all the amenities, lots of space and private swimming holes. Hope to come and visit again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a family gathering of 10, plenty of room for all of us. Very much enjoyed all the outdoor spaces especially the deck, hot tub and of course swimming in the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2025
It was a pleasure to have you as guest. Very clean house. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property

Love this property! Very beautiful with lots of areas to explore but floating in the river was the highlight. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden oasis

What a beautiful location and property! Loved the gardens and the in ground stone hot tub! We will definitely be back again this summer to really take advantage of the property and the swimming holes and the outdoor stage!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

My friends and I had a wonderful time at the eagle nest sanctuary! The property and spacious house made for a comfortable stay with lots of room for activities. The kitchen had all you need and more. Thank you Ezio
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Natalie and her family and friends were excellent guests and left the house very clean. Thanks for your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family reunion at Eaglesnest. Host, Ezio, was very warm and helpful. The house was clean and welcoming with well equippd kitchen and a large deck outside. The patio furniture was a bit worn and rustic but fine for us. The grounds and setting are really beautiful and private. Very peaceful. Most of us had a wonderful time swimming in the river though the paths to the swimming holes were a bit too challenging for the more elderly family members. I would note that Ezio told me he would look into fixing the stone steps from teh upper path so this comment may soon be out of date Overall we were delighted with our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

It is very rustic in need of some repairs.Needs soft spots on deck repaired .Had electrical issues.

Wonderful property needs some upkeep and updating , bathrooms and Laundry rooms need better cleaning before guests arrive. Will consider renting again for group over 10 .Had electrical issues but found second fuse box and moved coffee pots to dinning room when running dishwasher worked out the problem .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2021
Thanks for choosing Eaglenest Sanctuary for your get together with your friends. Thanks for letting me know that the laundry room needs more cleaning. We do pay attention to clean up and the laundry room might have escaped out attention. Love and light, Ezio
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Girls' getaway

A group of 15-or-so of us found this gem of a getaway for a pre-wedding girls' retreat and it was absolutely perfect!!! This location has everything that any girl would want. It is an absolutely beautiful house and, then after you throw in a sauna, hiking and amazing view overlooking the river, you basically have everything that anyone would want (and I didn't even mention the open "dance floor" downstairs!). Thanks Ezio!!! It was the first perfect weekend before an absolutely perfect wedding. I got engaged right after my sister-in-law got married so we will be calling you again soon :)
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
I am glad guests are recognizing the many benefits of Eaglenest Sanctuary. Even with bad weather, the Sanctuary is a great place to read, play games, introspect, meditate, do yoga and other indoor activities. ahnks for your kind comments...
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The river access was a huge highlight for us. Ezio was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a wonderful Bachelorette weekend celebrating our friend. So much outdoor space for games and a well-stocked kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful

Lovely stay. We had a very relaxing time enjoying the river and beautiful grounds on this property. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Place to Stay

We had a great time. Awesome outdoor activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

I would rent again.

The property is very rustic. The woodwork inside beautiful. The phone number on the website is incorrect and the property description is a bit confusing. I would happily rent again... in the summer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2022
It was good to host you and your family this December. Sorry about the phone number and property description. If you could them me the problem in more detail, I will make sure I change the necessary wording to make it clear. Love and light, Ezio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

Our group of friends decided to enjoy a weekend away. We loved the secluded location and the wonderful property. We can't say enough good things. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2021
Dear Brayden, Thanks for choosing Eaglenest Sanctuary for your getaway vacation. Thanks for leaving the Sanctuary clean and ordered. I a glad you an your friends enjoyed the Sanctuary Hope to see you around here soon. Love and light, Ezio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River

Beautiful stay next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2021
Thanks for choosing Eaglenest Sanctuary for your stay. I' glad you enjoyed the many amenities and the fantastic view of the Koksilah River. Love and light, Ezio
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil and regenerative property

Eaglesnest is truly a sanctuary. The property, nestled in stunning forest along a welcoming river provides for rich outdoor exploration and fun. Ezio was a gracious and generous host. His many talents enrich the grounds and building with beautiful craftsmanship. There are multitude of quiet nooks of to discover. The house was a bit grubby, hotel like shine not to be expected. But the uniqueness and warmth of the house made up for any shortfalls.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2021
Dear Linda, It was a pleasure to meet you and have you as guests. I am glad you liked the setting of the Sanctuary. The Sanctuary is advertised as a rustic. It does not pretend to be a "Hotel shine". At the same time, I would hesitate to describe it as "grubby". Thanks for choosing Eaglenest Sanctuary for your family vacation. Love and light, Ezio
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surprise Birthday Sanctuary

This is by far the most peaceful and serene property I have ever experienced. It is situated on a beautiful river in the middle of the forest at Shawnigan Lake. It is rustic, but charming and very comfortable. Ezio - the owner was very welcoming! You greet him at his house, which is just down the road from the retreat. He will give you a property tour and explain in detail where everything is located. There is a stage, a meditation area fire pit, and many other outdoor amenities. It is such a beautiful place! The reason for my visit was for a surprise birthday party. We had about 8 people total, but this house could easily accommodate more. There are so many rooms with so many beds. The indoor sauna was amazing! The hot tub location is great, but it definitely needs to be cleaned after every visit! I believe that all of the water provided to the house is from the river, so as you can imagine, the hot tub looks and feels dirty. There was a lot of debris in the hot tub and it was a dark green color. It also had a funky smell. With it being warm water it was a breeding ground for bacteria. I would say that this was the only complaint that I had for the trip. Thanks again Ezio! Kind regards, Todd & Sasha
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location, great house

I rented the Eaglenest Sanctuary for a weekend getaway with nine friends. It comfortably accommodated all of us and was clean and well organized. The house is beautiful, nestled in the woods besides the river, with a nice garden. Hot tub and sauna were excellent. Ezio was a great host - very communicative, responding promptly to all of my questions. I'd certainly stay here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a spacious, comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Great guests! usually, the men's groups are not too tidy. Not so with this group. Clean, well organized and left a very decent Sanctuary after their stay. Thanks for choosing Eaglenest Sanctuary!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful, beautiful location and space

We had such a memorable weekend at the Eaglenest Sanctuary. Everyone in the group enjoyed the gorgeous, private location and the awesome space the big house provided. The host was so amazing and made us feel so welcome and at home. We had such a special weekend enjoying the patio, green space, river and spacious house. Would definitely recommend and will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Dear Glenna, Thanks for your kind review. It was such a pleasure to host you and show you around. I am glad everything went well and you enjoyed your stay. I loved to show you the Alpacas and get to meet the group. Love and light, Ezio
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beautiful grounds, funk house, rustic for sure

This was a nice place for a few families to stay together (lotsa beds). Private and quiet. The water system is pumped up river water, although Ezio provides well water also. We found that the well water jugs were a little dirty, not all but some. The dishwasher is a little spotty (i think because of the water pressure due to the pump from the river?) and the house could use a bit more cleaning but was nice enough for a group of people, especially since we spent 90% of our time outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for your feedback. Sorry for the dusty water jug. Some clay settled into the jug. I will check the dishwasher to make sure it works well. It usually does... I pride myself for the cleanliness of the Sanctuary and will make sure this does not happen again. I'm glad you liked the place and again I thank you for your feedback. Love and light, Ezio
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stagette bliss

This was the perfect spot for my stagette. The grounds are amazing, the house is well furnished, comfy and cozy. This place has so much to offer including a hot tub, river swimming, sauna, fire pit (we didn't use it there was a fire ban) and nearby trestle walk. This is a perfect spot if you're wanting to have some privacy and make as much noise as you want!!! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place to come and dewind!

We were a group of 16 celebrating new years and a friends champagne birthday. The place surpassed our expectations and acommodated all our needs. The sauna off of the yoga/dance room was the best part for me personally. Having a hot sauna and ggoin into the little shower to cool down :) The woody features of the place give a very rustic look. Definately take the time to come to rhis beautiful sanctuary!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Yoga Retreat

We had a wonderful yoga retreat at the Eaglenest Sanctuary. The house provided plenty of space for all our activities: yoga, meals, evening Satsang by the fire... The house itself was obviously a labour of love with every detail carefully planed and designed. Nested in the forest and beside Koksila river, it provides a lot of opportunity for the outdoor activities, weather permitting. We strongly recommend the Eaglenest for a yoga retreat or similar.
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