An eco friendly cozy home perched on a bluff with a pool extending right off the front deck. Beautiful views of Kootenay lake, Duncan river and Selkirk mountains. A hot tub is right next to the pool. An amazing 30 foot pond and 16 foot waterfall is located just around the corner from the pool. Forty-eight solar panels above the pond provide power to the house. Two large gardens are filled with vegetables, berries, peaches, cherries & apples. Eighty two acres of land ensures total privacy and there are a network of hiking trails to enjoy. Wildlife abound. Over 50 hummingbirds patron the many feeders around the sundeck. The house is rustic with many windows and an infrared sauna. Lots of boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking and natural hot springs in the surrounding area. Kayak, SUP and bike rentals available in Kaslo. World class alpine hiking and backpacking. There are a large variety of hikes for all levels. Horseback riding. Habitat reserve, bird sanctuary and wetland 5 minutes away. Great photography everywhere. Kootenay Lake is 5 minutes away and Duncan Lake 15 minutes. World class music festival on August long weekend in nearby historic village of Kaslo 35 minutes away. Visit the vibrant cultural city of Nelson only 1 1/2 hours away. Golfing available in Kaslo. Check out our pictures. They say it all! This reservation has a Super Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 14 day prior to the check in date. A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 14 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 7 to 13 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 7 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, pets permitted.
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
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
About the area
Argenta
Located in Argenta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Kootenay Lake and Goat Range Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Langham Cultural Centre and S.S. Moyie National Historic Site. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Provincial Park - 39 min drive - 20.6 km
Kaslo Bay Park - 42 min drive - 45.5 km
Moyie Beach - 44 min drive - 46.5 km
Mirror Lake - 49 min drive - 51.5 km
Fletcher Falls - 55 min drive - 58.2 km
Restaurants
Drifter's Restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Kootenay Paradise Retreat! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Kootenay Paradise Retreat!?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kootenay Paradise Retreat! on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$399, 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.
Is Kootenay Paradise Retreat! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Kootenay Paradise Retreat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kootenay Paradise Retreat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kootenay Paradise Retreat!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Kootenay Paradise Retreat! located?
This Argenta holiday home is on the beach, 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Kootenay Lake, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Moyie Beach and Kaslo Golf Club. Milford Lake and Milford Lake Recreation Site are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Love this place!!! It’s our third time staying there. It’s tucked away … no traffic, no noise… just the wildlife in the area. Great hiking trails nearby. The house offers everything we need. Always an enjoyable stay !!
Tamara M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
It was nice to have you back again Tamara. Always nice to see you and your son!
We had an amazing time! This vacation was so relaxing. The accommodation, beautiful views and amenities were just what we needed. Robyn and Glen were great hosts that set their guests up with a private and comfortable experience.
Mike G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2022
We are glad you and your family had an amazing time Mike. We hope to see you again!
Robyn and Glen
My family had our third year out at this beautiful property. Every time we come the garden offers different delicious treats. We relax and enjoy the pool and nearby lake, and are so grateful to have this spot to return to.
Sara B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2022
We love how much you guys enjoy our place and enjoy seeing you every year. See you in 2023!
We loved the privacy and natural surroundings. We went later in the season and still saw hummingbirds. The kids basically lived in the pool.
Kelly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thanks Kelly. Yes, the privacy and natural surroundings are definitely a highlight!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 July 2019
Private Paradise
We chose this location for relaxation but there is so much you can do. The hosts are amazing, the property is out of this world. We were comfortable, entertained, and enjoyed our stay. My son loved the fish in the pond, and the waterfall. We got to roast marshmallows and enjoy the scenery. Would love to go back and would highly recommend staying!
This was our first trip to the Canadian Rockies, and we weren’t sure what to expect but from the moment we arrived it felt like a home, not just a rental, it was extremely well stocked! The views from the pool were amazing, it was so peaceful and quiet, we mostly sat in the pool in silence soaking in the view. So much wildlife in the area and plenty of nearby hiking. The deck it set up perfectly to catch sunrise an amazing sunset overlooking the lake and river. The place was setup with tons of outdoor activities, unfortunately we hit a bad year with mosquitoes and couldn’t fully enjoy all the outdoor activities. We absolutely loved this place and will be back 100%
Josh H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2022
We're glad you enjoyed your stay Josh. And sorry that the mosquitoes were kind of bad. We have an environmentally safe spray program but somehow this year they timed it wrong and it missed it's mark!
We spent 3 nights at the rental and the views are breathtaking! The owners are great with communication and easy to get ahold of. There is sooo much privacy and we loved all the little touches inside and out. Interesting and unique decorations inside and there are 2 large gardens, a pond with fish and a waterfall. We ate beets, carrots and some broccoli from the garden. We saw deer in the yard and a wild turkey. The rental is VERY well stocked with anything you may need. I’d recommend this property if you want a little trip to get away from it all and enjoy beautiful view and a great get away with all the comforts!
Laura O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2024
We're glad you enjoyed everything our place has to offer Laura.
It is difficult to describe the feelings we have for this property.
We cannot think of anytime on any holiday we have been more relaxed and at peace.
The view,the home, the pool, the hot tub, the HiFi!!!
If you want to get away from it all and just chill this is definitely the place.
Robyn & Glen were excellent hosts and we could not have asked for more.
We will look forward to returning and seeing Shamus & Patrick O'Bear again soon.
The location is beautiful. It was so peaceful. Hosts were great and made us feel very welcome. Hot tub and pool were perfect! Loved exploring the land as well.
This property is as good as the pictures depict. Robyn and Glen are amazing hosts. They put a lot of thought into every detail, they are extremely well organized and they a very easy to get ahold of if needed. The property itself is amazing and the area surrounding Argenta is equally amazing. If you are looking to get away from the crowds of people and chaos, this is the place for you. It is very peaceful and incredibly beautiful.
Love this place. Second time staying there but a very different trip. This time lots of hiking in the beautiful mountains and hills close by and lots of much needed solitude… away from any cities or big towns!! Looking forward to 3 years in a row. Thank you for you gracious hospitality!!! 🙏
Tamara M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2021
As usual it was wonderful to have you here Tamara! And thank you for leaving the house so clean...it was hard to tell anyone had even been there! Looking forward to seeing you again next year!
This rental was beautiful and was stocked with everything needed and more. The hosts were great to communicate with and quick to respond. You can tell the effort they have put into making this rental a beautiful vacation. The area is lovely and there is much to do both at the cabin and it's surroundings.
Aurora D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Thank you Aurora. Each year we try to add one more new or special touch. We enjoyed having you and hope to see you again!
Robyn and Glen
This place is unbelievable. Remote, beautiful scenery, great place to spend quality time with family or friends. The check in was easy and the hosts were warm and welcoming. There was never a shortage of things to do for myself and my 10 year old son. We will be back !!! Thank you!!!
Tamara M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
About the host
Hosted by Robyn
We wanted to get out of the city and leave our stressful jobs in the Okanagan behind. So we searched for and found our slice of paradise in the West Kootenay and have never regretted it.
Why they chose this property
We had a list of 20 possible properties that fit the description of what we were looking for and we packed up our truck and spent a weekend checking them all out. This was the last property on our list and we immediately fell in love with it and the area. We returned home at the end of the weekend and on Monday we met with the bank to make an offer. The rest is history!
What makes this property unique
After 25 years we are still discovering new things to do out here. The hiking is endless and the lakes are beautiful. There is so much to explore. We are tucked away in a little corner of B.C. that is undiscovered and special. Over the years we have repeatedly talked about wanting to share what we have with others and finally four years ago we decided to go for it and here we are listed as a vacation rental. We hope our place will inspire others to pursue their dreams.