Title: Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. Cottage in Duncan with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111938600/111938534/87c2c441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111938600/111938534/9c94fa0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111938600/111938534/65c483fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111938600/111938534/ea445f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111938600/111938534/b3205c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat.. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. Cozy Riverfront Cottage: 2 Bedrooms, Firepit, & Stunning Outdoor Amenities Escape to this charming riverfront cottage nestled on the tranquil banks of the Cowichan River. With 2 comfortable bedrooms featuring queen beds, this cottage is perfect for a relaxing getaway with family, friends, or a romantic retreat. The peaceful forested property offers plenty of privacy and natural beauty, making it the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature. Features of the Cottage: • 2 Bedrooms: Each with a plush queen-size bed for a restful night’s sleep. • Bathroom with Bidet: Enjoy modern comfort with a clean, stylish bathroom featuring a bidet for added convenience. • Fully Equipped Kitchen: Prepare meals with ease using the kitchen’s stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and all necessary cookware and utensils. • Washer and Dryer: Convenient laundry facilities right in the cottage, ideal for longer stays. • Wi-Fi: Stay connected with reliable Wi-Fi, whether you need to work remotely or stream your favorite shows. • Large Deck: Step out onto the expansive deck for stunning river views. It’s the perfect place to relax with a book, enjoy meals, or watch the sunset. • Barbecue: Fire up the grill and enjoy outdoor cooking with a barbecue on the deck. Outdoor Amenities & Location: • Stairs to Cowichan River: Direct access to the Cowichan River via private stairs, where you can enjoy swimming, tubing, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water. • Firepit: Gather around the firepit in the evening to enjoy a cozy fire, roast marshmallows, and take in the beauty of the stars. • Forested Property: The cottage is surrounded by lush forest, providing the perfect escape from everyday life. Take a walk through the trees or simply relax and listen to the sounds of nature. Nearby Activities: • Hiking & Biking Trails: Explore the nearby trails for hiking and biking, offering scenic views and diverse terrain. Whether you're looking for a casual stroll or a more challenging adventure, there’s something for everyone. • Local Wineries: Just a short drive away, you’ll find world-class wineries. Spend a day tasting local wines and enjoying the beautiful vineyard views. • Organic Farm Café: For a unique dining experience, visit the nearby Organic Farm Café, where you can enjoy fresh, locally-sourced food in a charming, rustic setting. Perfect for Nature Lovers & Adventure Seekers This riverfront cottage is ideal for nature lovers, adventure seekers, or anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether you’re relaxing by the firepit, taking in the river views, or exploring nearby trails and wineries, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy. Book your stay today and experience the serenity of this beautiful Cowichan Riverfront Cottage! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88730000/88723700/88723666/e9a3430d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Salishan Tree House Suite Duncan - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=88723666&PinnedHotelID=88723666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100177500/100177489/aadc0549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Forest Cabin - Hot Tub - Fast WiFi - Fire Pit On Site Duncan - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=100177489&PinnedHotelID=100177489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116349100/116349083/62a05189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy rustic 50's home located on a campground beside the Famous Cowichan River. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 Property Registration Number 411845862, H411845862 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=48.761864,-123.77758&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wtshHzhnrV%3FW%3FW%40W%3FU%40Y%40U%3FWBW%40W%40U%40WBWBUBWBU%40WDUBWDUBUDUDWDSDWDSFUDUFSDSFUFSHUFSFQHSFSHQFSHSHQJOHQHQHQJOHQJOJOJOJOJMJMJOJMLKJMLMLKJKLMLKLILIJKNILILILINELILGNGLENELENENGLCNCLCNENANCNALANCN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FNBN%40N%40LBN%40NDNBLBNBLFNDNDLDNDLFLFNHLDLHLHNHLHLJLHJHLJLLLJLJJLLLJJJLLNJLHLLNJNHNJNHPJNJPHPHPHPHPHPHRFPHRFRHPFRFTFRFTDRFRFTDTFRDVDRBVDTDTBTDVBTBVBTBVBT%40V%40VBT%40V%40V%40V%40T%3FX%40T%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FVAT%3FVAVAVAVAVCTAVAVCTCVCTCVCTEVCTETETCVEREVGRETGTGRERGTGRGTGRIPGRIRGPIRIPIPIPIPIPKPKNIPKNINKNMNILKLMNKLKJMLKLMJMJMJMLKHMHMJMHOHMHMFMFOHMFMDOFMDODODMDODMBOBODO%40MBO%40O%40OBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCMAOAOCOAOEMCOCMEOEOEMEOEMGOEMGMIOGMGMIMIOIKKMIMIMMMKKKMKMMKMMKKMKOKMKMKOKOKOKOIQKOIQIQIQKOIQISGSIQGSISGQGSIUGSGUESGSEUGUESEWESEWEUCUEUCWEUAWCUCWCUCWAWAUAWCW%3FWAWAW%3FUAW%3FW%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sqvHK-eV9gY8m06duZFTdzUKZ5w=) Duncan, BC #### What's nearby - Cowichan River Access - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Cowichan Aquatic Centre - 11 min drive - 7.9 km - Vancouver Island University-Cowichan Campus - 11 min drive - 7.8 km - BC Forest Discovery Centre - 13 min drive - 9.1 km - Maple Bay Marina - 26 min drive - 18.9 km #### Getting around - Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Heritage Indian Cuisine - ‬15 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive - ‪Craig Street Brew Pub - ‬10 min drive - ‪Duncan Garage Organic Café and Bakery - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. located? > Situated in Duncan, this cottage is steps from Cowichan River Access, Granite Road Park, and Heritage Park. Glenora Trails Head Park and Cowichan River Provincial Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Riverfront cottage with stairs to the river, firepit, and forested retreat. Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Carl J. Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean and good location next to the river ##### Carl J. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott K. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cute little home on the river. Really enjoyed my stay and the daily morning swim I had. ##### Scott K. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia P. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean, comfortable. Everything we needed was provided. Very peaceful and private, and the river activity was entertaining. The only downside was I was unable to use the steep metal stairs so I missed out on swimming. Everything else was great! ##### Patricia P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daryl L. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Daryl L. 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