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A wooden structure with a circular opening, a bench, a wooden bucket, and a grill.
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a small shelf with decorative items, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a blue vase with flowers, a bowl of lemons, and a blue stool.
A rooftop garden with raised beds, a wooden bench, and a white fence.
A cozy room with a white bookshelf, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Youbou, BC
  • Place, Cowichan Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Cowichan River Provincial Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Youbou

This cottage places you next to Cowichan Lake and within a 10-minute drive of Creekside Trail. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Cowichan Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 18 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Cowichan River Provincial Park - 28 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Fuller Lake Arena - 46 min drive - 37.9 miles
  • Maple Bay Marina - 50 min drive - 39.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arise Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪March Meadows Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Youbou Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!

Escape to a charming lakefront retreat that will transport you to a world of relaxation and tranquility. Our stunning cottage is the perfect destination for those seeking an exciting getaway surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Season to season this lakeside property is brimming with activities for you to explore including swimming, hiking, paddling, fishing and just relaxing by the lakeshore or the fireside. Nearby wineries beckon you to sample their wares while the year round Saturday farmers market is a must!

Nestled on the edge of a crystal-clear lake, our property boasts a prime location that offers spectacular views of the water and surrounding wilderness. Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or a family vacation, this stunning property is the ideal destination for your next adventure.

With comfortable accommodations for up to 8 guests, our charming lakefront cottage is the perfect place to make memories that will last a lifetime. Inside, you'll find a beautifully furnished space thoughtfully designed for comfort and a great experience. Our cozy living area is the perfect place to unwind after a day of lake fun, while the fully-equipped kitchen provides everything you need to prepare delicious home-cooked meals. Or, fire up the BBQ and enjoy the spacious deck that overlooks the lake while you grill and enjoy a happy hour and a pretty sunset.

For extra fun… and a small up charge …you can pre-book the Woodfired Pizza oven Amenity in the garden and have a pizza party. We’ll provide the pizza dough and the Smokey wood & instructions and you just need to bring your toppings! Best pizza ever! Pls let us know ahead if you choose to book this as we need lead time for the dough! An upcharge of $200 for this pizza party can be arranged!
Book your stay today and prepare for the best lakeside vacation ever in the most charming cottage and garden!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone
  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number PM367869843

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Youbou, just steps from Cowichan Lake. You'll also find Mile 77 Park and Creekside Trail within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is about 19.8 mi away. Another top airport is Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), which is around 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna!?

Yes, every cottage at Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna! comes with a patio.

Your dream lakefront property with a stunning new sauna! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Perfect getaway!

My friends and I had the best time staying here! The house is beautiful and the location can’t be beat. We really enjoyed using the sauna, and the host Julie was great with communication. I can’t recommend this place enough for anyone looking for a wonderful getaway on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

josh c.

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

Loved everything about it.

Charming, cute, cozy and dreamy, this bnb has it all. We absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend this space to anyone looking to have a wonderful vacation at the lake. We particularly liked the dock, water slides and diving board which were a lot of fun to play on. Beds were comfy and kitchen was well equipped for cooking. The back deck overlooking the lake was a super peaceful and nice place to hang out and enjoy the views. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

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

A Cinderella Cottage

Our impression of your cottage was everything we expected and more! The pictures don’t do it justice! Your home had a very welcoming energy and we all felt at home. Julie is a very impressive hostess and kept us informed the whole time. The views from the deck were very breath taking and your garden was so spectacular! Thank you so much for such a lovely week in your beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

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

Fun with family and friends

We enjoyed our stay! Some highlights: the deck facing the lake; the lovely sunken garden and the public dock in front (lifeguard during the day). There are some nice extras: air conditioning (!) made sleeping so much easier in the heat; a BBQ and kayaks for our use. The well-equipped kitchen has a variety of dishware. You might want to bring your own spices. It was comfortable and quiet. Thanks, Julie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

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

Great location, pizza add on did not work out for us at all.

Pros: -The host was lovely -The location was unbeatable Cons: -Place had a lot trinkets/breakable things. I understand this is subjective and probably only a con if you have young kids like we did but I figured useful info for families. -We got the pizza add on which turned out to be stressful and very difficult. The pizza oven took hours to heat up which we would have liked to know ahead of time before paying and we had to use coal so it didn't get up to a high enough temp. After hours of trying to get it hot enough and lots of smoke and stress we ended up with very hungry cranky kids and very frustrated adults. Overall in my opinion this place would probably be great with adults or families with older kids. For us it had some challenges with little ones and I would not do the pizza add on had I known what it involved/that there was a wood ban.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Great accommodation for family and water based fun

Our group consisted of a Mom, her two sons and their family, including children, aged two and six. Total: 7 people.The house is very attractively decorated and comfortable with lots of generous social spaces, including the stunning and well furnished broad deck facing the water and public swimming area. As the only single adult there, I took the room that is accessed from the deck with the double glass doors. It’s a sweet space for sure but perhaps better suited to teenagers that were old enough to be out there on their own. There is no room on either side of the bed to get out, so you have to do so over the end near the door – better suited to those with younger knee joints!We loved having breakfast and coffees outside at the long table and then moving over to the lounge chairs for that 2nd cup of coffee. The kids loved snuggling up to us on the cushioned lounge furniture that is under a covered roof. If it were raining when someone was visiting the generous covered roof over about half of the deck would allow you to still be outside.The only reason that I couldn’t give communications with the manager, the highest grade was said it took a while for them to respond to our message about having no hot water. Once they were able to pick up the message, however they were on it quickly and kept in touch. They offered us the ability to shower at their place while there was no hot water.Owners are professional and friendly and were good to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025