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Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!

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Exterior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nelson, BC
  • Place, Kootenay River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakeside Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!

Nestled below large pine and fir trees lies this newly built cabin. Landscaped with stone gardens, patio, stairs and walls are sure to impress. On our 17 acre property where our family lives, there are large shared green spaces with fruit trees and a fire pit area, trails/ roads throughout the forest. The home features wood trim and vaulted ceilings, new sectional couch, high end appliances, fully stocked kitchen, coffee/ tea bar, office, laundry and bathroom. Tvs in living room and main bedroom, high speed wireless internet, USB/ wireless charging/ Bluetooth speaker alarm clocks, blackout curtains, 100% cotton linens on the queen beds and double futon, soaker tub and walk in shower in the ensuite. Small patio areas to enjoy your morning coffee or evening brew. There is an outdoor gas fireplace and wood fire pit for use, with stockpile of firewood, kindling and roasting sticks, badminton / volleyball net, frisbee, and soccer ball for outdoor fun on property
Minutes from Kootenay lake beaches, downtown Nelson, local licensed corner store, Kootenay lake ferry, Kokanee zipline, Cody caves and Ainsworth hotsprings makes this stay conveniently close to all your adventures.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 allowed: in designated areas
There is room for 2 vehicles to park. If require more please inquire and we could possibly accommodate.

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
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
Property Registration Number H691338775

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!?

As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson! on 16 April 2026 start from NZ$339, 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.

How much is parking at Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kootenay Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Big Orange Bridge and Lakeside Park. Pulpit Rock Trailhead and The Cube Climbing 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. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 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

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to ski and enjoyed the comfort of this little home. The wood fire was the perfect accompaniment to our cozy dinners.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aisia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much! It was the perfect rental, the host was so lovely and kind (even though we didn’t meet in person) the hospitality was great. My friends and I would definitely come and stay again in the future. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience at The Bear Den :) Until next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
We will be happy for your return :) Looking forward to meeting you the next time! Safe travels
Verified

10/10 Excellent

crystal e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The proximity to the beach and Nelson was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica and Scott were amazing! They went above and beyond for our group! Thank you The place was so great, very comfortable and well equipped.Grateful for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!! Flexible and welcoming, the house was warm, clean and very well done. Beds comfy, towels fluffy, well stocked kitchen. Property beautiful, like everything in Nelson.
Cabin
View from cabin
Happy birthday to me 😀
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time and the hosts were exceptional!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely beautiful place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We we so pleased and surprised to find this semi rural retreat. It was well appointed and we loved the quiet atmosphere and yet so close to everything we were wanting to experience. Highly recommend. Would stay here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

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

A very nice place to stay

The home is very well appointed and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was excellent. The Bear’s Den is exactly as advertised and 5 mile beach is our new favourite place. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bear Den was the perfect accommodation for us. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, pots/pans and appliances. It felt like a second home! Location was a short drive from Nelson but we appreciated the quietness and rural vibe. There was plenty of parking for our two vehicles. We would love to stay here again!
Beautiful vaulted wood ceilings and spacious living room!
Very private upstairs bedroom.
Lovely full size washer and dryer.
Beautiful large kitchen with modern appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M.

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

Loved the House

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. Scott was very friendly and hospitable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman L.

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

Love the Bears Den!

Loved every minute! Made the entire stay in Nelson so much easier and better because we had a wonderful home base.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

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

Peaceful locatio

Beautiful property nice outdoor sitting and there was every convenience in the kitchen, bathrooms even beach towels. We were very close to the Ainsworth hot pools and restaurants. Would highly recommend we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is a gem. Exactly as described. Very comfortable, has everything you need. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brennan W.

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

Great stay

Cozy and comfy. The wood stove was great. Felt bigger inside than it looked in the pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia B.

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

Amazing spot!

The property was beautiful, with lots to do and the place was well equipped with what we needed. The hosts were very responsive and accommodating. We loved the master suite to give us some privacy from the rest of our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KERRI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The "Bear Den" was a beautiful home in a quiet area of Nelson BC. The home has lots of character and charm and the hosts of the property are extremely friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

Beautiful Property

We came to Nelson to celebrate a milestone birthday as a mini winter getaway. We’ve never travelled to Nelson in fall or winter months and this property was amazing and so comfortable and homey. I cannot wait to come back again one day! Thank you Scott and Jessica for sharing your beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Landis S.

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

Relaxing stay Nelson

Could not ask for more relaxing getaway this weekend! This little updated cabin felt like home. Very peacefully tucked up along private driveway on a beautiful property. Very quiet and absolutely beautiful with a dusting of snow. Located about 15 minutes from town. It was the perfect distance away for us to drive in for dinner and adventures. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

crystal e.

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

Super chill family friendly close to the beaches

Well appointed clean property. The house had everything we needed fpr our family of 4. High end everything including lovely shampoos and hand soaps. The kitchen was well set up and had everything we needed to cook family meals. Great stay. The car port was handy to store our bikes and SUPs. fafamily meald.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla E.

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

Lake Holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Many beaches to choose from, some only a couple minutes away. Lots of other activities nearby too. We couldn't fit them all in!! The property itself is like a little piece of heaven and we sure appreciated our welcoming hosts. They were keen to let us know about all the area has to offer and they looked after us very well. Highly recommend this place and we definately hope to be back again soon!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Thank you Carla, we enjoyed having you and your family stay, and really do hope to see you all again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

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

Comfy, classy cabin after a snow-filled adventure

The Bear Dean was the perfect place to return to after spending our days snowmobiling nearby. The home is welcoming, roomy and fresh. Where your thing is conversation in the living room or boardgames at the dining table, the space offered plenty of room to gather and have fun. We were able to easily park two full-size pickup trucks on site, both with sled decks that take up extra space. The hosts were helpful in answering questions from the beginning and promptly returned a call during our stay--super helpful folks.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Exceptional Hosts And A Memorable Stay

We had a wonderful stay at The Bear Den. Scott and Jessica are fantastic hosts who have put a lot of thought into making their space welcoming and comfortable. The property was impeccably clean and well-maintained, offering all the amenities we could possibly need. We appreciated the thoughtful touches like the fresh cut flowers and eco-friendly soaps, shampoo, and lotion. The cozy wood stove was perfect for the colder or rainy evenings. We especially enjoyed the beautiful outdoor green space where we played badminton, relaxed in the sun, and harvested herbs from the garden. The location is great, with close proximity to Nelson, several beaches and Kokanee Creek Provincial Park. Scott and Jessica were excellent communicators, highly accommodating and extremely hospitable - genuinely kind, salt of the earth people. Our stay was truly a home-away-from home experience, we look forward to returning to The Bear Den in the future! Thank you Scott and Jessica for making us feel so welcome in your home.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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