Title: The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=87731166&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake ## Photo gallery for The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels - The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake (Sanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87731200/87731166/w905h683x60y0-7804e20c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake (Sanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87731200/87731166/w916h683x48y0-2db666cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake (Sanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87731200/87731166/w508h683x258y0-97c72c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake (Sanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87731200/87731166/w906h683x59y0-4b2acac0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake (Sanca)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87740000/87731200/87731166/w903h683x61y0-e51b79e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on Kootenay Lake, this handcrafted home offers a private beach and expansive decks perfect for relaxation. Enjoy the BBQ area with all the amenities needed to unwind, surrounded by nature's serenity. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake Welcome to paradise! Our large open design country home is nestled on 17 private acres with extensive lake views and private beach access. The house is equipped for all your needs to make your stay with us comfortable. with plenty of space to sleep 8 and serene areas to relax, our home will not disappoint. Spend a day at the lake and evenings on the large deck. BBQ, drinks, friends and family. Situated between Crawford Bay and Creston on Kootenay Lake, activities are endless. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area [Visit our North America travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/North-America.dx500001) [View more Vacation homes in North America](https://www.expedia.ca/North-America-Private-Vacation-Homes.d500001-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=49.395626,-116.73854&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wmolHznogU%3FW%3FW%3FW%40W%40W%3FW%40W%40W%40WBW%40WBUBY%40UBWBWDUBWBUDUDUBWFUDUDUDUFUFSDUFUFSFSHSFSFSHSFSHQHSHQHQHQJQHQJOHQJOJOJOJOHOLMJOJKLOJMLKJMLKLKLKJKLKLILINILILGLINGLGNGLGLENENELENENCLENANCNCNALANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBNBN%40LDNDNBLDNDLDNDLFNFLFLFNHLFLHLHNHLHJJLJLJLJJJLLLLJJLNJJJNJLJNJNJNJNJNHPJNHPJPHPHPHPHRFPHRHRFRFRHRFRFRFTDTFRDTFTDTDTDTDVDTBTDTBVDTBV%40VBTBXBT%40V%40VBV%40V%40V%3FV%40V%3FV%40V%3FV%3FV%3FV%3FVAV%3FVAV%3FVAVAVCVAVAVCTCXCTAVCVETCVETCVEREVETETETGTETGRETGTGRGRIRGRGRIRIRGPIRIPIPIPKPIPKNIPKNKNKNKNKNKLKNKJMNKJMLMLKJMJMJMJKJMHOHMHMHMFOHMFMFOFMFODMDODMDOBODMDO%40OBOBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCOCOAMEOCOEMEOEOEMEMGOGMGOGMIMGMIOIMIMIMKKKMKMKMKKMMKKMMOKKKOMMIOKOKOKOKOIQKOIQKQIQIQIQISIQGSISGSGSISGSGSGUEUGSGUEUEUEUGUCWESEWCUCWEUCWCWAUCYCUAWCWAWAWAW%3FWAWAW%3FW%3FW%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uJtY4h7L4penyvnYmI5L1aOfr34=) Sanca, BC ### What's nearby - ![Bridge to Nelson ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6133/8250575f-3b2c-4d69-b1c5-7736433ef7d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kootenay Lake 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![A sunny day at Kootenay Lake in British Columbia, Canada; Shutterstock ID 548676490; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634015543857/31bca16a-8022-4846-8d8d-e42371ecb212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kootenay Lake Ferry Terminal 40 min drive \- 47.5 km - Kuskanook Harbour 12 min drive \- 14.6 km - Lockhart Creek Provincial Park 14 min drive \- 16.5 km - Kokanee Springs Golf Course 37 min drive \- 41.9 km ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake ? ### What time is check-out at The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake ? ### Where is The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Rustic Retreat House on Kootenay Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Erika M. Sep 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### A great space for family/friends, with beach across the street. We had a great stay with family. The kitchen had everything we needed and the large deck was very accommodating. ##### Erika M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David N. Sep 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Time on the deck at night was worth the trip. Close to Balfour and Nelson. Unbelievable view. ##### David N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea D. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Good place - but could be great! We rented this cabin based on the fact it was 4 bedrooms and close proximity to a private beach. Pros: - amazing front deck with views of lake and mountains and ample sun and shade - Adequately set up for basic needs: towels, blankets, bbq, pots and pans -cabin is a good size to accommodate larger parties and not feel like you’re on top of each other (we are a family of 7) - use of private beach and 2 person kayak was highlight Could be better: - 4 beds, not 4 bedrooms - there are no curtains/blinds on windows in the bathroom or bedrooms and none of the doors close completely. Felt odd showering exposed to front and back yard. Lack of blinds allowed inside temps to get to 26/27 degrees well into the evening and hard to cool down with minimal opening windows/windows with screens - garbage/critters: there is no garbage storage/disposal on site. Full bags are loaded into personal vehicle and driven 2 kms down highway. Also had to deal with mice in the basement starting on the 2nd night resulting in ++cleaning, laundry, setting of traps etc. Frustrating when on vacation. - the private beach is shared with the other rental cabin so unfortunately we did not have it to ourselves until our last day - some rental “staples” would be nice: condiments, spices, different size skillets etc for larger groups, basic toiletries Lovely spot overall but for the price point I expected a bit more. ##### Andrea D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No worries Cozy cottage, very comfortable with some beautiful views. Having spices provided was a nice extra to have. The Rustic cabin was a comfortable family place. ##### Janet H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitch T. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superb Beautiful property, in a wonderful spot right near beaches and not too far from services. Great swimming spots, our little family (and Dog!) made so many great, wonderful new memories. Would love to return again - thanks Michael! ##### Mitch T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Cathy M. Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Cathy Great place on Kootney lake but you do share the private beach if someone else has rented the second cabin. A/C in the house would be nice on those hot days and warm nights. ##### Cathy M. 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