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The Little River Cabin

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Exterior
Main floor living room
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Shawnigan lake, BC
  • Place, Kinsol Trestle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Loft

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Little River Cabin

Welcome to the Little River Cabin!

Our charming and cozy cabin sleeps six people. The bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and a TV (Apple Box). The upstairs loft, accessed by ladder stairs, is open and airy and offers views of the forest and sounds of the Koksilah River. There are two queen beds, a living area with a couch and chairs, TV (Apple Box), and a small workspace.

The full bathroom on the main floor has heated floors, a corner shower and basic bath products. The kitchen has a gas range, full size fridge, coffee maker, microwave, cooking supplies, and a filtered drinking water tap. The dining area seats six, and the comfy main floor living area features a wood burning stove.

The front of the cabin has a covered porch, perfect for enjoying the beautiful morning sun while relaxing in our adirondack chairs or hammock. At the back of the cabin, through french doors off of the kitchen and dining area, are three decks overlooking the forest that slopes down to the river. On the first deck, is a barbeque, fire table and outdoor furniture which you can enjoy as you take in the view and the soothing sounds of the river. The second deck features a picnic table for outdoor dining. The third deck is ideal for yoga, or perhaps a quiet spot to enjoy coffee or a glass of wine.

Although the cabin does not have A/C, it stays cool because of the tree cover and proximity to the river.

A 2 minute walk from our cabin takes you right down to the swimming hole. The Kinsol Trestle is about a 20 minute walk, and if you prefer a longer hike, you can continue on for miles along well-groomed paths. For a beach experience, Shawnigan Lake is a 10 minute drive. A walk along the ocean, kayaking or whale watching is as close as a 20 minute drive. Victoria is a 40 minute drive away.

The Little River Cabin awaits you.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind allowed on Kinsol Property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
- Leave the cabin clean and tidy. - Wash, dry and put away dishes. - Empty the fridge, freezer and bread box of your food.
- Deposit garbage (no glass products) in the blue bin at the Kinsol entrance/exit (magnetized key holder at the back of bin).
- Deposit recyclable products in the smaller bins by the cinder block building or in the recycle bins at the Kinsol entrance/exit.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number H337717050
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this cabin is on a river. Merridale Estate Cidery and Damali Lavender & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society. Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre and Cowichan Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ecotours nearby.
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Shawnigan lake, BC

What's nearby

  • Kinsol Trestle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Government Street - 56 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 58 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 62 min drive - 59.3 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 65 min drive - 59.3 km

Getting around

  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drumroaster Coffee - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Lakehouse At Shawnigan Lake - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shawnigan Jen's Grill & Teriyaki - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little River Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Little River Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little River Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little River Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little River Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Kinsol Trestle and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park. McGee Creek Park and Shawnigan Lake Museum are also within 6 miles (10 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. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a fantastic stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful quiet setting. The cabin was extremely comfortable for 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leevi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and surrounding area. It was great for the family, close to hiking and lake. Very clean, nicely decorated, with a beautiful deck on the back among the trees. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

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

Second stay here...

Beautiful area, perfect for a relaxing week away. Hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!! Awesome location, great character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell G.

Excellent location cozy atmosphere and close to great locations of interest

The cabin is well maintained with lovely appointments...We enjoyed quiet evenings after wonderful sightseeing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin. Very clean and lots of amenities. Open the window or sit on the deck and listen to the river. Great communication from the owners
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cozy . Excellent service and communication. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Beautiful cottage.

Loved relaxing on the deck listening to the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay E.

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

Lovely and peaceful

We had a wonderful time with our family. The place was spotless, quiet, and had all the amenities we needed. Will definitely stay again if up this way!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KristaAaron B.

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

Cozy cottage

This cottage is wonderful. It is cozy, has all the amenities you’d need for a short stay, and is very thoughtfully decorated and provisioned. We loved it and hope to return someday soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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

Beautiful stay

It was so beautiful and relaxing from the sound of the water to the tall beautiful trees. It was wonderful to have a family Thanksgiving dinner in this beautiful little cabin. All the details or appreciated and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy h.

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

Little river cabin

The only bad thing was having to leave
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Perfect spot for a quiet getaway

A friend and I spent a lovely, quiet weekend in July. The house had everything we needed. The back deck overlooking the creek was wonderful, we spent most of our time there. Would 100% stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton H.

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

Island visit

The location was perfect for us, close to friends and family on the island. Cabin was perfect for us, well appointed, everything we needed, nice and cozy. Great place to relax during downtimes. Was rainy during our stay, would have loved to spend more time on the deck. Communication was great. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Very Nice Stay

The cottage is absolutely amazing. It is well equipped with everything you need. Lots of great details considered for the guests. Location is great. We took day trips to both Victoria and Nanaimo to explore. Lots of excellent hiking and horse back riding near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

Beautiful and cozy cabin with character! Perfect for a peaceful getaway during any season.

The property made the trip very smooth and easy and provided us with many helpful things we did not expect. Extra phone chargers, wood for the fire, and a kitchen ready to prepare food with ease! The rooms were cozy and nicely furnished, no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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

Perfect getaway in the forest

We stayed for three nights, while we were attending an event at Shawnigan Lake. I wish I'd had more time to spend just relaxing in the cabin. It's so beautiful! The sound of the river was calming, and it was amazing to wake up feeling like you're in the trees.Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cabin

A very lovely cabin, that is beautifully furnished and decorated. We were pleasantly surprised to find quality dishes and cook ware in the kitchen, and a very large bbq on the private deck. Family of 6 adults had no problem sharing the space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

We loved our stay here!

The cabin was amazing. Incredibly comfortable. The location is lovely. We brought our bikes and biked some of the Cowichan trail. Enjoyed the swimming in the river behind the cabin. Loved hearing the river. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Lovely place

We stayed 6 nights and were sad that we had to leave. The cottage is lovely and comfortable with everything you need. We enjoyed breakfast lunch and supper on the deck and quiet nights at the fire table. The woods and the sound of the river are very calming and we enjoyed hiking around the river and going to the trestle bridge.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen L.

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

GREAT PROPERTY

A beautiful property and a beautiful rustic cabin feel. Just a suggestion that a dish rack would be nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

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

Kinsol Cabin

The cabin was very nice and clean. The Rustic theme was perfect. Hearing the river Down Below in the valley just added to the beautiful setting. Thanks again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Second time staying here, it was great

We love staying at this cottage. There's lots to do but it's also easy to just unwind and enjoy the cottage and the lovely river it's next to. It's so quiet and relaxing. We brought our bikes and bikes part of the Cowichan Valley Trail. Enjoyed the hike up Mount
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Amazing getaway

We loooved the cabin, it was beautiful and peaceful. We spent most of our time on the deck, relaxing and listening soothing sounds of the river. The fire table was a great addition for our evening “doing nothing “ times. 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Doug & Michelle Murphy

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This beautiful river cottage is owned by Doug and Michelle, it is a peaceful place to be.

What makes this property unique

We are backing on to the river and you are at one with nature on the decks.

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