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11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13348.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sylvan Lake Provincial Park
  • Place, Sylvan Lake Marina Bay
  • Place, Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf
  • Airport, Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

Main Floor Second

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Master Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Second

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Third

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Hall

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Rooms

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.

Originally the Sylvan Lake Bed & Breakfast, this freshly renovated property is under new management by its excited new owners, the McLaughlin family.

"Lochlainn" is Gaelic for “land of the lakes”. That legacy continues here as a 3 min walk from the picturesque Sylvan Lake waterfront and 10 min more to the Lakeshore Drive retail area.

This large, unique property is perfect for big family get togethers, wedding parties, stags and stagettes, sports teams or work retreats.

THE HUGE HOT TUB IS HERE!
The 11 person 13 ft x 8 ft party spa has arrived. There are only a handful of hot tubs in Sylvan Lake rental homes, and this special unit is one of a kind.

Now available as a short-term rental, the Lochlainn House has been updated with:
- high end commercial sheets and duvets cover new memory foam mattresses on all beds with allergen resistant mattress/pillow enclosures and covers.
- ceiling mounted 75” Samsung UHD 4K TV with Sonos surround sound
- access to Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Sportsnet, TSN and Spotify subscriptions
- second speaker system zone for the patio
- wireless/wired phone chargers throughout and included 1.5GB WiFi, suitable for up to 30 devices
- power reclining sectional sofa with seating for 7+
- new furnace and central air conditioning
- brand new fridge, gas range, dishwasher, washer and dryer
- massive Napoleon natural gas stainless steel BBQ with infrared side burner (don't be scared of it, it's awesome)
- air hockey table
- foosball table
- bubble hockey
- 4 person classic arcade machine (with 150+ games)
- 9 full sized arcade machines (inc 2 person Big Buck Hunter and Golden Tee 2020)
- fire pit in the yard with 8 Adirondack chairs
- water filtration/softener system
- garburator
- commercial ice maker
- fire table

We are pet friendly. The large, fully fenced yard keeps your little people and fur friends safe and contained.

The top deck has a beautiful wood pergola, outdoor lighting and a table with chairs. The lower deck has a fully modular and adjustable outdoor sectional and table with seating for 9. There is comfortable space and chairs for a total of 27 people in the yard with 4 tables (one most suitable for food staging and prep).

*A short note on booking procedure. We used to accept instant booking through VRBO, but we no longer do. Their system has permitted double bookings and bookings on restricted days more than once. We will review and confirm all bookings quickly, but we need to protect ourselves from the tech limitations of this platform. We still love VRBO, and we want them to do better.

*A short note on cleaning fees. We are doing our best to keep this as low as possible, but we don't like short cuts here. The fee never covers our actual costs, which we are ok with. The house is big, with three full bathrooms and a lot of heavy, high quality bedsheets that get cleaned every time. That takes time and it's important to us that you arrive with the house in a state you can feel comfortable with. We've added, reluctantly, some simple check out requests to try to limit situations of excessive abuse. Adding a modest pet fee is an effort to reduce costs for those without animals. We adore them too, but they have a material impact on cleanup costs.

This is the premier big house rental in Sylvan Lake and we have aspirations for regular and continued improvement. Long lead time rentals will almost certainly find exciting new amenities at check in that didn't exist at booking.

Planned upgrades:
- full backyard deck rebuild (fall 2025)
- basement remodel (2025 ongoing)
- basement arcade with real machines, all free (more coming in 2025 and ongoing)

We hope you join us this year, tell your friends, and keep coming back as the Lochlainn House gets better and better.

See you all soon.

Sylvan Lake STAR License # - STAR-04094

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Any used cooking/baking trays or serving bowls/platters are to be cleaned by guests
- Dishes, glasses, silverware and kitchen utensiles are to be cleaned by guests, or put in the dishwasher
- Dog waste in the yard is to be picked up by guests

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Sylvan Lake

Located in Sylvan Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Landmark Cinemas Sylvan Lake and Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sylvan Lake Provincial Park and Jarvis Bay Provincial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Summerland Leisure Park and Bower Ponds. Water tubing, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Sylvan Lake, AB

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Lake Provincial Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sylvan Lake Marina Bay - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lakewood Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Timber Coffee Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Snake Lake Brewing Co - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sun of a Beach - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water. located?

This family-friendly Sylvan Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Sylvan Lake and Sylvan Lake Provincial Park. Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf and Landmark Cinemas Sylvan Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the better VRBO rental we stayed at with families. Nicely equipped. It has something for everyone, from teens to matured adults. Would definitely stay here for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very comfortable and enjoyed all the amenities the house offered us. Would definitely recommend this property for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Guys golf trip

Great place and kitchenIs well equipped for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Denise L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is awesome for a group of people. We had a lot of fun, the arcade in the basement is so cool! The hot tub is huge and amazing. The host was very easy and quick to communicate with. Tons of parking in the back for everyone. The kitchen had lots of dishware/glassware etc The house definitely has some ware and tear. Some broken lights fixtures, dead bugs in some of the bedroom light fixtures, the outside of the house and deck area was very spider webby. But overall a great spot for a larger group ready for a good time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Great

Clean, well stock, beds are comfortable, hot tub and games room is great, short walk to Sylvan Lake. This is our 2nd stay at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick s.

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

Family time

3rd time here, great location and property, will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime T.

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

Great Stay in Sylvan

The house was fantastic and had every amenity one needs for a comfortable stay. Huge TV was great for watching playoff hockey and kitchen was perfect for meal preparation. Would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

rick s.

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

family vacation

Had a great time. The new additions added to the experience. location is great close to everything, and the property is well set up for a large group. Mark is a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn H.

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

Girls weekend

We loved your rental property. It literally had everything we needed. And that hottub was truely amazing. There were 8 of us and we have been coming to sylvan in May for 25+ years and this place was one of our favorites.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

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

Great for a large gathering

A quick getaway at Sylvan Lake was just what we were looking for. The house had everything we needed, walking distance to the lake, and a large yard for our dog. There is a lot of space that would be ideal for a gathering of family or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

NEELAM G.

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

Fantastic family fun!

Great property accurately advertised. Clean with excellent quality beds, bedding and pillows. Plenty of towels and dishes and a well stocked kitchen with labelled drawers and cupboards! Kids and adults all enjoyed the outdoor space and the arcade and basement games were a hit. Please note for those with mobility issues there are a few minor floor height differences on the main floor (not a complaint!). Would suggest considering adding some beach towels. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

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

Ladies Retreat Group

We booked this property for a winter Ladies Retreat-10 of us stayed over and 4 that drove in for the days. It was absolutely perfect! The bedrooms are spacious, have the most comfy mattresses and bedding and have wonderful charging/reading lamps beside each side of the bed for convenience. There are 3 lovely bathrooms that were fully stocked with all you’d need and room to hang towels and more for our group. The place was spotless, fresh and bright upon our arrival and fully stocked with all the kitchenware you could need as we cooked for ourselves over the 3 days. The WiFi, tv service and cozy living room were great for movie nights after a hard day of playing cards and knitting. 10/10 would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharron L., Gibbons, alberta

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

Sylvan Lake Home

We really enjoyed our time at this home. Great space perfect for mixed families. 2 main floor bedrooms with a full bath. Spacious kitchen and dinning room. Lots of seating in the living room that overlooks the deck and hot tub. Upstairs has the remaining bedrooms. The upper master is great for people with little ones as their is a bedroom added onto this space. The beds are very nice and so is the bedding. 5 star luxury. The kitchen has everything one could need. Great location only a long block to the lake. Great outdoor space as well. Home is still under a bit of construction but well worth it for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing experience! Property owners were very accommodating, easy to communicate with, friendly, and quick to respond. We had 12 kids and 7 adults during our stay. Kids aged 1-9. All of the bedrooms had space for air mattresses allowing for everyone to have space to sleep. Sheets and blankets were comfortable and a great quality. Dining room was perfect and fit everyone nicely. The kitchen was well stocked and big. Lots of seating in the yard! Everyone enjoyed roasting marshmallows. The hot tub was a huge hit! So big all of the kids were able to enjoy it with lots of space. Very close to the beach. We walked back and forth with the kids daily with ease. Layout of the house allowed for everyone to feel like they had lots of space. Property looks like it’s gradually undergoing upgrades. There was quite a bit of dust under the beds and cob webs here and there. Otherwise everything was very clean. The owners have put a lot of thought into making the stay convenient for guests. Lots of items in the kitchen, an ice machine, streaming channels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, tons of towels, deep freeze, and lots more. Things that could improve- tile in the tub/shower could use a refresh. Extra blankets & sheets. Wifi was choppy. The deck could use a refresh- some slivers happened. The games room was a huge hit! An incredible amount of options for the kids, they absolutely loved it. We would absolutely recommend this place and stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

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

Amazing Stay!

We had the most amazing stay! We had a group come in for hockey playoffs! Location was close to the rink, all amenities and beach (not that we were swimming in March lol). Mark was so great, answered all our questions promptly, and very helpful. The house was so big, and gave lots of spaces for our large group. It allowed the boys to air out hockey gear in the garage, and a large space for them to "hang" out downstairs and have some fun. The outdoor space although covered in snow was so inviting, and perfect if you have a dog, as it is all inclosed. There is everything in the house from condiments to coffee/sugar, baking supplies...the list goes on and on. One of the best times I have had with hockey families, this is a must stay! We are wanting to book for summer but they were fully booked! Do not miss out on this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

rick s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this was our 4th stay at this property. Mark has improved the property every year. the hot tub and games room were big hits with the entire family. the house is big and well equiped there is a big yard for pets and a nice fire area. this is a greart choice for a large group!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eirian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as advertised and works very well for our family of 10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Celina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for large groups! A few things could be updated and restocked. Host is quick to respond to any concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Family Reunion

House is in an excellent location. Ages in our group ranged from 1 to 76 and everyone enjoyed themselves. House is clean and roomy. The arcade was a big hit for everyone. Would definitely stay again. Owner responded quickly to our questions. Hot tub was also a big hit with the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had lots of room and the whole group loved the hot tub. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adonis-Joyce G.

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

Great place for large group parties

Our family of 28 gathered at the Lochlainn House for a reunion. It became the main house where we met for meals, games and activities. The rest of us stayed somewhere else. The house became warm when all of us were there, but the fan was helpful to keep the living room cool. The kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were well stocked and we didn't run out of supplies. Our favourites were the arcade and pool table in the basement, the grill and the hot tub (watch out for step when coming from the house). Everyone was able to use the fire pit outside and have some s'mores. We had a rough start during the first few hours after we checked in, as the wifi was not working and we could not find the remote for the big tv in the living room. Mark was very helpful and patient and walked us through every step how to reset the modem, and where to look for the remote. It would have been nicer if we had avoided these issues at the beginning of our stay. I would suggest including these instructions in the red book, as it was a little outdated. It took some time to figure out the little things, like how to open the garage doors and how to turn on the ice machine (you need to turn on the plug by pressing the white button on the side.) One bedroom was missing a window handle, but we found a way to open it to let some air in. We loved walking to the beach and to the nearby playground for the little kids. Overall, we had a wonderful time gathering here. Thank you for letting us stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny B.

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

Great place

It’s a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Anniversary Weekend

The property was just what we needed for family accommodation. Loved the games room and hot tub. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. Very clean. Loved it by all family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Never Too Old for Video Games

This house was the PERFECT destination for our large group of friends celebrating not one, not two, but THREE birthdays! The spacious layout accommodated our crew with ease. The real highlights of the house were the awesome arcade games, which brought out the kid in all of us, and the incredible 11-person hot tub, where we spent relaxing and enjoying each other's company. The house had everything we needed and more - it was truly a well-stocked house that had everything you could need for an unforgettable celebration. We were thoroughly impressed with the attention to detail and the care that's clearly been put into making this place a home away from home. If you're looking for an unforgettable celebration spot for your group, look no further! This house has it all, and we can't wait to come back and do it all again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Exactly what our family needed

My sister and I and our families look for a home that we can book for Thanksgiving where we can all be together. Our stay had everything we needed to cook thanksgiving dinner, a living room big enough to watch hockey games, close walk to Sylvan Lake Beach, close walk to the local restaurants , and comfy beds for afternoon naps and good night sleeps and very clean that we felt very comfortable staying here . If you want to spend some time in Sylvan Lake - I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mark McLaughlin

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We're Calgary residents, and look for any excuse to get out the city for a weekend here and there to clear the head and recharge the soul.
I'm originally a Toronto kid, moved west at 13 with the family and now consider myself a proper Alberta boy.

Why they chose this property

I've lived here for almost 20 years and never visited Sylvan Lake once until Canada Day 2021. The energy was infectious, and I started looking at properties and empty lots immediately. We had Lochlainn House before the end of that year.
The original plan wasn't to get a place so big, but after our first walkthrough, it was clear this was the one. It had so much character, solid house bones, so much potential, and a great opportunity for a fun project to build something special.

What makes this property unique

Our goal really is to create a unique property with unique features you aren't going to find with any other Sylvan Lake rental property. Nobody else has an 11 person swim spa hot tub. Nobody else has a games room with a pool table, foosball table, air hockey and a 4 person arcade machine with 85+ games.
We have lots more big plans for the place. A list of upgrades and new amenities coming in 2023/2024.

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English