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Reviews of Mara Lake Tranquility - Four Season Paradise - Your Home-Away-From-Home!


Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rainer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant detached house with some outdoor space
Swansea Point is a small-ish holiday home development near Sicamous. A few regular inhabitants, but mostly holiday homes in reasonable distance or right on the local lake. No shops in this development, but Sicamous is close by with a good supermarket and all necessary shops. We have found the time between seasons (first half of May) a bit sluggish as all activities for the winter and summer are on hold, so check before going if things are available. The house is spacious enough for 4-6 people in our assessment, but up to eight can sleep there and the front room can accommodate more than 8 at a table even, so not bad for shared meals or family gatherings. Everything was clean and we found all we needed in the kitchen and living room. I guess for families a few more games (outdoor stuff, but also activities for outside) might come in handy, this was not an issue for us. There is a record-player in the house and it would have been great to try this out, but of course we were travellng with vinyl discs and did not find any in Sicamous. Would have been a nice trip down memory lane to listen to some of the big band greats. The beds were very comfortable and the house is far enough away from the highway to be quiet. Enjoying the hot tub in the evening was a bonus. Pity there is no recycling for waste, but you can go into Sicamous and take your bottles and cans and maybe more to a recycling point. Overall we are happy recommend this holiday home, especially for a family of 4-6
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2024
Thank you Rainer for your review! We hope one day you can return during a summer month to enjoy the lake, golf course and near by drive-in movie theatre! Thank you again for choosing our home for your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
Great stay yet again! Property is very well maintained and appointed, love the neighborhood (perfect for long walks when pets are along), and communication with Jess is always proactive and helpful. This is our “go to” spot when we visit Sicamous!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2023
So happy to have hosted you again Andrea! We love that you love our place and Swansea just like we do! Looking forward to your next visit :)

10/10 Excellent

Jon S., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and communication.
The property is quite nice with a very well stocked kitchen and other amenities. We had a small concern that the owners found a solution for and were very quick with communication. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 30, 2023
Thanks for staying Jon! Sorry for the issue with the propane but glad we could offer a viable solution in the interim! We hope to have you guys back again and hopefully you get better golfing weather next time!

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
Second year we have stayed at this property and as was the case last year it was wonderful. Great location, dog and kid friendly. Lovely back yard. House was well supplied and clean and the owners were available to answer any questions. Lovely home, we hope to be back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2023
Lesley and family we were so happy to host you guys again! We are so glad that you enjoy the area as much as we do and hope to host you again!

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K., Rocky Mountain House, Alberta,Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Ultimately enjoyable
This is a very relaxing place. Nice privacy. And quite. We would definitely come back and stay again. It was hard to leave and continue on. Our dog enjoyed the freedom of exploring the yard and not having to be on a leash. Beds are very comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked. The deck is large enough for all. The hot tub was very comfortable as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2023
Thank you Joanne! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again sometime!

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and well looked after
Very charming. Lots of space. Everything worked as it should.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Thank you for the review Ron! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope that we can host you again if you were to return to the area!

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful long weekend escape!
This was our first time staying at Jess and Simon’s place and it didn’t disappoint. The place was perfect for our little family. Homey and easy to navigate, close to amenities of town but away from the hustle and bustle, the yard was large and well kept but enclosed so we were comfortable letting our little dudes (toddler and frenchie) roam… all in all, we had a great time and will certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Thank you David for your kind review! We are so happy that you and the family enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again if you come back to the area!

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Revelstoke getaway
We picked this location for a number of reasons, the first being the number of beds available, it was spacious enough to cover our entire group and then some. The updated and cleanliness of the space was a welcome aspect for us, as our previous accomodations were mildly lacklustre, and this brought new excitement to our trip. The hot tub in the back was also a welcome addition for a pre bedtime relaxation. Communication with the owners was always quick and we were able to get any information we needed at a moments notice. The binder with instructions for the home as well as options for things to do in the surrounding area was a nice touch. I would highly recommend this home as an option for anyone looking for a quick and easy place to stay that is turnkey with a fully stocked kitchen. 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2023
Wow! Thanks very much, Chris. You guys were an awesome group to host and we hope to have you back next season! Doors always open. Cheers!

10/10 Excellent

Garrett K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location
Had a great stay at this house. Lots of room for a group of snowmobilers. We used the hot tub every night and it works great! Communicating with the host was easy and painless. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2023
Thank you Garrett; you guys were great guests and we hope we can host you again next year! So glad you enjoyed to have that hot tub after a day of sledding!

10/10 Excellent

Daphne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sled trip 2023
Excellent stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 15, 2023
Thanks Owen we were happy to have you and hope to host you again next sledding season!

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We really enjoyed our stay at Swansea Point. The yard was beautiful, the house was roomy, well-equipped and as described. It was wonderful to be able to walk down to and along the beach. Hikes, golf and the town all nice and close. Check in was easy and communication with the owners was prompt. Loved that they had a thoughtful welcome "snack" for our pup. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2022
Hi Andrea! We are so pleased your enjoyed your stay. We hope to have you and your pup back very soon! Jess

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great property. Spacious, fenced yard, long driveway. Kitchen cloths and hand towels need to be replaced as they’re stained and smell and a deeper clean including ceiling fans as they are very dusty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2022
Thank you for staying with us, Danielle. Appreciate the feedback. Towels are actually being replaced this week and I will mention the fans to our cleaning lady. If you would be kind enough to email me with what else you felt needs a “deeper clean” we can address it. Cleanliness is one of our top priorities and we’ve always been rated very high. Take care Jess

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a great time staying at Swansea Point. The house was clean and well stocked, the owners were easily contactable with any questions. Great location, lovely property, amazing back yard. We will definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2022
Hi Lesley! Thanks so much for you review! You were dream renters and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! Looking forward to hopefully hosting you again! Enjoy the rest of summer! Krista

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, layout be clear on check out instructions
Overall it was a great stay in the property. Just be clear when checking out, we cleaned for a few hour before leaving and the cleaner said it was left "disorderly" and the laundry wasn't started. The check out instructions says strip the beds and "no need to start the laundry". Like I said property was great, spacious and close to the lake. It was only after checking out there was confusion...
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2022
Hi Michelle, Thanks for staying with us. Im so sorry there was such an unfortunate misunderstanding . As discussed it was not the laundry but the rest of the house that took her a long time. Laundry is only a courtesy if there is time before check out. This was the first situation like this and we hope it’s the last. Uncomfortable for all involved. But we are happy your enjoyed the rest of your stay and appreciate the review none-the-less. Take care Jess

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and location
The house is very nice, nicer even than the pictures present. The grassy backyard is beautiful, surrounded by lots of trees. The location at Swansea point is nice, with several lake access points. The water level was a bit high when we were there so only a few of those access points are usable right now.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay Adrian! We can’t agree more that the backyard is one of the best features of the property! Hopefully if you return again you’ll be able to enjoy more of the beaches and the lake!

10/10 Excellent

Carol J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Swansea Stay
Our family of 6 adults and 2 dogs enjoyed our getaway at Swansea Point. The accommodations were perfect. Some of the family spent time on the lake, we did a side by side drive up the mountain, we fished and in our relax time enjoyed the house. all amenities were great and the yard was perfect for our trailer and our pets.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2022
Thank you, Carol! Come back anytime :) Jess

10/10 Excellent

Hal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better then we expected
Our family have an absolutely amazing time while we stayed here. Highly recommend thus house to anyone looking for a quiet well kept place. The pictures do not show the actual. It's way better than the pictures suggest. Jenn your house is beautiful. Thank you Definitely coming back to this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
Hal, Thank you for staying with us! Even our neighbors said what fantastic guests you were. We hope to have you back soon. Take care, Jess

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
The property was perfect. We came for a snowmobile trip and were central to everything we wanted to see and do. Property was well kept and had everything we needed! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Thank you, Tracy. Looking forward to hosting you guys again! Glad you enjoyed. Jess

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for winter sled trip. Close to both Sicamous Hunters Range riding zones.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay at Swansea Point.
Stayed at Swansea Point on a snowmobile trip with some friends. Everything was great. Lots of room for my truck and 30 foot trailer as well. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2022
Thanks Jeff! Hope you'll come visit us again next season! Jess

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was only think was the hot tub was broken otherwise highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phil N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Swansea Point Stay
We had a great stay at this property. Jess was a fantastic hostess to deal with and answered all of our questions in a very timely manner. There was a wildfire that started in the general Sicamous area that resulted in an evacuation alert and impact on the power/water/utilities for the entire Swansea Point community. We left for a couple of days and returned once the power was restored. Jess was incredibly supportive and cared about our safety and wellbeing throughout the ordeal. The home was great for our family vacation with our grand children. There was a large deck and private backyard with hot tub. Lots of parking in the back for our friend's large 40' motorhome that stopped by, as well as a space in the front for our wakeboard boat and truck. Home was clean, comfortable, and well stocked with all the necessities. We will definitely return again for a family vacation, as the location is terrific for summer or winter activities. Thanks again!! Phil, Laurie and family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2021
Phil, Laurie and family were very pleasant and awesome to communicate with. They were determined to enjoy their holiday under any circumstances and I am so happy we were able to accommodate them. We Hope they become regulars! Thanks Phil.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful time.
Great location, lovely air-conditioned house, back deck and back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2021
Karen and her crew were so pleasant to deal with! Would host them again anytime. Thanks for staying with us, Karen,

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family gathering
First of all, Jess (our hostess) was very pleasant to deal with, and very quick to respond to any (email) questions I had. The purpose of our trip was to gather for a family birthday, at a location convenient, and familiar, to members from both BC and AB. The property served our purposes perfectly. It was a short walk to the lake, and a short drive to facilities (stores) and activities (go-carts/golf). The property was clean, with a large patio and fenced yard, which was great for the grandchildren. The fact that it was "pet friendly" was also an added feature for us, and, despite the fact we brought our own, it was a pleasant surprise to see they included a dog bed! Thank you, Jess!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2021
Judy you and your crew were awesome! Very easy and a pleasure to communicate with. Glad your pup had fun. Thanks Judy, hope to have you back! Jess And III amigos team

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House
This house has a perfect setting and a great setup for friends an family. Extremely clean, comfortable beds! The whole group said they want to stay there again and we will be!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2021
Thank you for the review, Aaron. We are glad everything was to your expectations and you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to having you guys back! Amigos

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Brooks, AB Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property! Very cleaned and we'll equipped.
Very nice property! Very clean, well maintained and really well equipped. Everything you need to cook with and more. Lots of extras. Really comfortable beds and quality linens. We were fortunate that it snowed both nights so we were able to ride right from the yard to Blue Lake area and the next day to Owl's Head area. The trail is a bit rough but a small sacrifice to be able to ride right from the house. We parked a 28' trailer in front(with a little maneuvering) and another in the back. Can't wait to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 7, 2021
Thank you so much Lisa! You and your crew couldn’t have been better guests. We would be happy to host you again anytime! Jess