Lake Cowichan Rental Homes

Guests may arrive on any day of the week.

Please note: there is no internet or phone service between October 1st and May 30th. We do this in an effort to keep our off-season costs lower. Between June 1st and September 31st there is phone service, and unlimited dial-up service is available for $10 per stay (please order directly from the owners once you've booked). There is no cable or satellite service at the house at anytime of the year.

Every 7th night is FREE!!

26 persons

1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2), 1 Double Futon Bed (sleeps 2) and 1 Single Futon Bed (sleeps 1). Lake and mountain views, deck access, huge bedroom measuring 400 square feet, very bright with lots of windows, desk, chair. The second futon is a chair that folds into a bed, perfect for a smaller child! 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2). Lake and Mountain Views, 3rd floor, walk-in closet. 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2). Lake and Mountain Views, 3rd floor, you can hear the creek beside the house (seasonally). 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2) and 1 Double Futon Bed (sleeps 2). Garden views, lower level. Futon mainly for sitting, could be used for extra sleeping space 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2). Lower level, desk. 2 Double Beds (sleeps 4). Open area. 3 Double Futon Beds (sleeps 6). Main level in the living room, each futon sleeps two (2 double futons and one smaller futon), open area. 1 Double Hide-A-Bed/Sofa Bed (sleeps 2) and 1 Single Futon Bed (sleeps 1). Lower level of house, in living room area.

Bathroom 1 has toilet, bathtub w/ jets, shower, hair dryer and one basin.
Bathroom 2 has toilet, shower, hair dryer and one basin.
Bathroom 3 has toilet and one basin.

Views of the lake and mountains can be enjoyed from almost every room in the top two floors of the house (main and 3rd) and the large deck. The main bathroom has a jacuzzi tub that looks out over the lake and mountains.

VIEW an approximate location on MapQuest (please use your browser's BACK button to return to this page)

This is for the rental of the full home. To rent only part of the home see ID 70526 and ID 70691.

• Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is within a 45 minute(s) drive. Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is a medium sized regional airport located about 45 minutes or so from Lake Cowichan Guest House. The main gateway for guests is Victoria International Airport (YYJ). It takes about two hours to drive from Victoria International to the guest house in Youbou.
• Golf: can be reached by driving for 20 minute(s). There are 5 golf course(s) nearby.
• Ski lifts or Runs : can be reached by driving for 120 minute(s). The closest ski-hill is Mount Washington Ski Resort near Courtenay, B.C.
• Shopping and Dining: can be reached by driving for 10 minute(s). Youbou itself has two convenience stores, and one restaurant. The town of Lake Cowichan (population of approximately 3200 people) is only about 10 minutes from Youbou, and offers shopping, restaurants, museums, banking, grocery stores, hardware stores, gas stations, etc. Duncan, with a population of about 5,000, is about 40 minutes away and offers a wide selection of amenities. Victoria is about 1.5 hours away and is the capital of the province, it offers all the amenities a major centre has to offer.
• Lake is located within a 1 minute(s) walk. Beach gradient is gradual for a short distance. Beach surface is coarse sand. There is a dock. The dock is public. Arbutus Park is a waterfront park administered by the municipality, and boasts a beautiful sandy beach with large dock. This is the only life-guarded beach on Lake Cowichan (July & August). The dock has a slide and diving board. The park offers both sun and shade, with lots of space for picnics (both covered and open). There is a great playground for the kids including a climber and swings. Beach Equipment: Rentals Nearby.
• Nearby Attractions: The town of Lake Cowichan has museums and other historical sites to visit. There is also the Nitinat Lake, which during the summer has some of the most consistent winds in the world. Enjoyed by windsurfers, kiteboarders, and spectators. There are plenty of hiking and biking trails as well. Boat rentals are available locally ranging from large power boats to canoes and kayaks. There is a very neat bowling alley very close to the house where they still set the pins manually.

25% of the rent is required to complete the booking (balance due on arrival). A refundable security/damage deposit of 250 is required. If you cancel 60 or more days prior, payments (less 100) are refunded - less than 60, no refund.
Owner accepts payments by: Personal Cheque (Available for guests booking 30 or more days prior to arrival) - Money Order or Cashiers Cheque - Direct Bank Deposit - Cash - Travelers Cheques
Damage deposit is payable in cash only unless a cheque has been received 30 business days prior to your stay so it has had time to clear. Deposit will be mailed back to you in the form of a cheque less the cost of any damage to the property.

• No smoking is allowed.
• Children are allowed.
• Check in after 3:00 PM and check out before 11:00 AM. Check in/out times may be flexible upon request.
• No pets allowed (Except for Service Animals).
• Guests are asked to be quiet between the times of 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
• No Maid Service is provided during a stay.
• Housekeeping is provided prior to arrival and after departure.