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"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!

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Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Port Alberni, BC
  • Place, Sproat Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral Grove
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, MacMillan Provincial Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley)
    ‪114 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!

Located on warm, inviting and crystal clear Sproat lake, the jewel of Vancouver Island. This beautiful, fully furnished and equipped two bedroom, one bathroom guest house is ready for your vacation of a life time. Easy lake access, a large dock with a sun shade and lounge chairs, canoes and SUPs available for your use and a play fort with a sand box for the kids make this the best place in the world to be in the summer! We also want guests to understand our entire property is nonsmoking. As well, because we share the property, we do limit the number of guest house guests on the property to 4 at any one time.
This reservation has a Firm cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 60 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 60 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 30 to 59 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 30 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
Check in 4:00 pm. Check out is 11:00 am. There is no smoking on the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Inquiry before
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 782485205, H390621515
Property # 7116946
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: inquiry before
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Port Alberni

Located in Port Alberni, this cottage is on the beach. Sproat Lake Petroglyphs and Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Stamp River Provincial Park and Sproat Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Raptors Centre and Alberni Valley Multiplex Ice Skating Rink. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Port Alberni, BC

What's nearby

  • Sproat Lake - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sproat Lake Petroglyphs - 13 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Harbour Quay - 22 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Cathedral Grove - 31 min drive - 20.9 km
  • MacMillan Provincial Park - 40 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice7 Authentic East Indian Restaurant & Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dog Mountain Brewing - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Steampunk - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! located?

This Port Alberni cottage is on the beach, 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sproat Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sproat Lake Petroglyphs and Stirling Off-leash Dog Park. Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture and Raptors Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely beautiful! Clean, spacious and had everything that we needed and more! Great communication with the owners. They were very helpful with all of our questions regarding things to do locally. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at Janis and Martin's beautiful guest house on the lake. The house was spotless and so well-equipped - there was nothing else we needed or wanted. The beds were really comfortable and the use of the canoe was a huge bonus, especially as we were blessed with such beautiful weather! Thank you Martin and Janis for your kindness and hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Guest House was perfect for us. Nice and quiet, and had everything we needed and more. Thank you Martin and Janis for being so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LARRY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property with lake access from the VRBO (swimming, canoe, towels,etc) dock that you share with the host family, who is in the BEAUTIFUL main house. The place is the best stocked VRBO on earth! The hosts are beyond wonderful…available, responsive and friendly…but give you your privacy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Larry was a lovely guest! He was so interesting to talk with and, left the house in immaculate condition. We would welcome Larry back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana W.

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

Wonderful!!

Wonderful experience from beginning to end. Hope to stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Great spot

Fantastic spot, we had a great stay while we worked near by. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmela T.

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

Short end of summer taste of Sproat Lake

Wonderful property with excellent hosts and location on Sproat Lake. We had a lovely and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, easy to find. Great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fabulous stay. Janis was friendly, helpful and a gracious host. Property had so many amenities and house had everything needed for a stay. There was lots of room and hosts provide so many helpful items. My only regret is we didn’t stay longer and take advantage of all the wonderful things we had at our disposal. Would recommend to anyone staying in the area. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2025
Susan and her lovely family were wonderful guests! We would welcome them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Beautiful location

Martin and Janice were terrific hosts. The Guest House was very thoughtfully appointed and we had absolutely everything we could ever think of. The Guest House has gorgeous views from several rooms and was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2021
How can you not like somebody who plays guitar! Rob and Barbara were great, super friendly and they left the place nice and tidy. We'd love to have them back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Amazing lake house

This place was so beautiful and peaceful and the hosts were very friendly and went above and beyond for us. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Beautiful location and accommodations

As pictured in listing, beautiful place to stay on a lake with incredibly clear water. Well equipped with gas barbecue, gas fireplace, espresso maker, very large washer dryer, canoes, paddle boards, dock for lounging. Would be great for families as well as couples. Private but hosts nearby and available if needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

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

Sprout Lake excellence

We were in Port Alberni for a function that took up most of our time there which meant we didn't have enough time at the lake. We will definitely stay again if we have the chance to be back in the valley. We would have loved to spend more time in the lake and relaxing at the dock. Thanks Martin for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Stay on Lake Sproat

The property is stunning. It is a true home from home. Probably the most comfortable bed weve ever slept in, the sheets are so soft and smooth. The location cannot be beaten, right on the lake, with fantastic sunsets. There are even kayaks to use. Really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea M.

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

One of the pure golden ones!

What a beautiful, clean, well-tended & private space! Everything we needed and more. The view from the property is incredible, and the morning canoe ride in the mist was pure magic! Great host, super helpful. Highly recommend this very special property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

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

Amazing Place!

This stay was the best stay I have ever had while booking thru a ST platform. The hosts were super nice and they had lots of extra's like the availability of SUP's and Canoe's. The house was beautiful and the views are just like the pictures. I would recommend this home to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Exceptional Quality Accommodation

The Guest House is absolutely a dream. Everything is totally perfect with amazing attention to detail. Added luxury with having use of the jetty with sun loungers, canoes, cabanas - too many to list there is nothing they dont cater for. The most amazing host and nedt place we have stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2024
Susan and Ian it was such a pleasure to meet you! You were undoubtedly the best guests ever. I appreciate how clean you left our guest house and we would welcome you back anytime. Hope you enjoy the rest of your trip to Canada. Wishing you great adventures. Cheers, Janis
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven w.

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

Absolutely Beautiful

Pristine lakefront property nestled in the trees - our guesthouse was clean, quiet and very comfortable. At night the sound of crickets lulled us to sleep and in the morning there was a small family of deer passing through. Janis is an amazing, thoughtful hostess and we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

In town for business

A nice and very clean place. Unfortunately arrived in the dark and left in the dark so have not much to say. Communication with the owner was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2023
Sorry we didn’t get to meet James. Thanks for leaving the place so clean. Cheers Martin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Fantastic cabin right on Sproat Lake, with a comfy cabin and wonderful hosts

Our stay could not have been better. A really well equipped cabin, a wonderful fireplace, views of the lake, a relaxing dock out on the water, canoes to use, various other sports equipment to use, and best of all were our hosts. Couldn't do enough to make our stay as good as it could be. Went above and beyond what was expected. Can't wait for another opprotunity to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Perfect Guest House!

The Guest House was perfect and just what we needed on a recent trip to Sproat Lake to visit family. It is large and spacious with a very well equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and comfortable beds. The gas fireplace in the living room was great for the cool evenings, and we enjoyed dinner on the large deck overlooking the lake. The location on the lake is beautiful - clear water, great for kids and swimmers - with stunning views even from the bedrooms in the rental unit. Janis and Martin have thought of literally everything you'd need to make you feel at home. We'd come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

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

Wonderful!

My husband and I had a fabulous stay at this cottage on Sproat Lake. Martin and Janis were wonderful hosts-easy to communicate with, very friendly but also respecting privacy, and made sure all our needs were met. The property is beautiful and use of the canoe/SUP’s, dock with lounge chairs were great to share as well. Lovely swim area too! The paddle across the lake to the Fossli park falls and suspension bridge was a nice surprise also. The cottage is well equipped with everything you may need and very comfortable with a propane fireplace as well as a heat pump for air conditioning if needed. We look forward to returning one day! Thank you Martin and Janis!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week at the Guest House! The house had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Air conditioning, gas fireplace, washer and dryer, big kitchen - everything was great and thoughtfully laid out. Janis and Martin are excellent hosts and told us to let them know if we needed anything. Their dock was well equipped as well with comfortable chairs, tables, umbrellas, etc. Swimming off the dock in crystal clear water was a highlight. Use of the canoe to paddle over to Fossli Park and hike there was really nice. Paddle boards were also made available for us to use.We were fortunate to have excellent, warm weather and ate outside on the deck every evening and most mornings. It is a 30 min drive to Stamp Falls fish ladders which is great to visit, and only 15 min. drive to Port Alberni if you have to pick up any groceries at any time. The guest house is set back behind the main house with a small view of the lake, but it is still a lovely place to stay. Thank you so much Janis and Martin!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, Martin showed us everything. The house was so well stocked with all the little things that you could ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

franck D.

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

Fabuleux

Emplacement magnifique. Très bien aménagé. La petite cheminée :magique.on serait bien resté plus longtemps!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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