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Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake

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Kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Shawnigan Lake, BC
  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Old Mill Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kinsol Trestle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Murphy Bed

Bunkie

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake

Enjoy this Shawnigan Lake waterfront property and everything it offers to make your getaway the relaxing and fun retreat you are hoping for.

We have hosted many family reunions, birthday parties, bachelorette weekends, and sports teams competing with the local schools.

The home offers a bright kitchen, dining and living room area where families and friends can gather to make memories and enjoy views of the lake. The home also offers a large family room with a pool table and foosball table.

This vacation property sleeps up to 12 with 4 bedrooms (1 King, 2 Queen beds and 1 double), Queen hide-a-bed in the family room, and a single movable cot. There is a bunkie under the deck that adds up to 4 more sleeping spaces in the summer. There are 3 full bathrooms and laundry.

The large deck is a great place to gather and offers morning sun and full views of the lake. Down the stairs is another sitting area around the firepit (wood fires are only permitted when BC Coastal Fire Centre does not have bans or restrictions in place).

The large dock is where you will spend your day swimming, fishing and floating. There is a small beach for the little ones and boat whips to hook up your own boat. The covered area offers shade from the endless summer sun. Please note that there are stairs leading down to the lake.

There is plenty of parking inside the gates, with beautiful garden beds and a level grassy area for yard games. And if you need more to do there is access across the road to the Cowichan Valley Trail for hiking, mountain biking and the Kinsol trestle. Enjoy dinner at The Lakehouse or take a local wine tour.

The home is well appointed, including linens, towels, and all kitchenware. The water system is state of the art and is safe for drinking. Wifi is available both in the house and on the dock.

You will have private access to the home, the dock and 1 acre property; however the property is the owner’s primary residence as required by B.C. laws and will be on site in a separate location.
The host is available via the VRBO app, or via text/phone.

There is a flock of chickens which provides you the opportunity to collect fresh eggs and interact with the friendly flock. There is a rooster who is very friendly, but be aware, he has a loud cock-a doodle-doo! The owners also have a friendly dog named Copper.

Property manager

Shauna Smith

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 11:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 3:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Property Registration Number H402582160

About the area

Shawnigan Lake

Located in Shawnigan Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Cowichan Native Village and World's Largest Hockey Stick are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merridale Estate Cidery and Damali Lavender & Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Shawnigan Lake, BC

What's nearby

  • West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shawnigan Lake Museum - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Old Mill Park - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Merridale Estate Cidery - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Kinsol Trestle - 16 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Westcoast Fish n Chips - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront Family Retreat on Shawnigan Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shawnigan Lake holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of West Shawnigan Lake Provincial Park, McGee Creek Park and Leonard Park. Mays Road Beach Access and Kinsol Trestle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana d.

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

Lovely home, lovely location

The house was spacious with lots of amenities to occupy all ages. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at this beautiful lake property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adeen B.

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

Amazing Hosts on incredible Lakefront Property

Had a wonderful stay on a property that was better than the photos! The Smith family went above and beyond for us even installing gates on day two, to keep our granddaughter safe on the deck. So many amenities for a perfect family vacation right down to the fishing rods, paddle boat, paddle boards, and chairs on the private dock. The gardens are also gorgeous. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

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

Beautiful home with amazing views

We spent two nights in this beautiful home for a hockey weekend. The view was amazing, hosts were great and communication was awesome. The house was well stocked, clean and the kitchen was spacious and perfect for cooking. We will definitely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Lovely way to celebrate

We stayed at this property for my mom’s milestone birthday. It easily fit 3 kids, 6 adults, and 1 dog! We had a great time relaxing, swimming, using the dock, hot tub, cooking, bonfire… and more! It’s a beautiful property and the hosts were very kind and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shona D., Victoria BC, Canada

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

Fall perfection

I was with a group of 11 made up of very dear old friends, and family. We were blown away by how perfect our stay was at Shauna & Vince’s lakeside house. Everyone had space if they wanted to just relax and there was lots of communal space that was used for fab meals in a fully equipped kitchen, game nights, campfires and even dock time as the weather was stunning for October. Beds were comfy. The trail system just across the road was well used for walks every day. The hosts were easily reachable and answered all questions that arose for our large group. We definitely will be keeping this place as a favourite and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary V.

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

exceptional home on the lake

This beautiful home had everything we were hoping for..enough space for a large extended family. The views of the lake were stunning. We enjoyed the kayaks and just hanging out on the dock. The kitchen was fully equipped. Shauna and Vance were friendly and helpful. We hope to come back for a return visit one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shauna Smith

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We are from the Greater Victoria area and love the outdoors, hiking, swimming, mountain biking, fishing, water skiing so this lake property is perfect as it offers us all that we enjoy.

Why they chose this property

The lake. Its beautiful, clean and warm - a perfect BC lake.

What makes this property unique

This property offers lake front fun, plus space in the yard for other activities beyond the dock.

Languages:

English