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Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock

Travelers wake up to peaceful waterfront views at this lakeside retreat, then end their days gathered around the fire pit beneath a canopy of stars

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Cowichan Lake Cottages - Riverside offers a comfortable getaway at the water's edge. The studio has high-speed WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Enjoy the shared fire pit for evening BBQs with fellow guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

About the area

Located in Lake Cowichan, this hotel is in the city center and on a river. Bald Mountain Park and Cowichan River Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kaatza Station Museum and Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Lake Cowichan travel guide
Map
Lake Cowichan, BC

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • A&W Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Ed's Coffeehouse
    1 min walk
  • J&V Burgers & Pizza
    4 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    9 min walk
  • Jakes @ The Lake
    1 min walk

About this property

Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock

  • Hotel by the lake
  • Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock provides amenities like a firepit and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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Property grounds
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages
Lake Cowichan
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 60 reviews
The price is CA $105
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On a lake

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock on May 18, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock located?

Located in the heart of Lake Cowichan, this hotel is steps from Ohtaki Park, Forest Workers Memorial Park, and Ts'uubaa-asatx Square. Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch and Lake Cowichan Municipal Office are just steps away.

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Reviews

Riverside Micro Studio | BBQ, Firepit, Dock Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place, we were in micro studio, small but very well laid out and equipped with everything we needed Setting is beautiful along the river with seating area on the dock to enjoy the view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Ideal size

The accommodation is clean and efficient