Secluded Wilderness Vacation Rentals in Victoria, Vancouver, Whistler and on Vancouver Island

If you want privacy, serenity and an awe-inspiring view of a glistening glacier, then you will feel right at home at this log house in the picturesque Squamish River valley. The Squamish River valley is off the beaten path between Vancouver and Whistler, with only about one hour to Vancouver and 45 minutes to Whistler. The valley is a broad, sunny oasis of lush cottonwood and alders in the flat valley bottom surrounded by steep slopes covered by ancient cedar, hemlock and fir. The mountains precipitously rise over 8000 feet to culminate in snow and ice-clad peaks of the Tantalus Range.

The cabin is nestled on a high terrace on five private tree covered acres. Depending on the season your arrive at the log house you will encounter a plethora of colorful trees, flowering magnolias, roses, lavenders, Japanese maples in beautiful oranges and reds, and many other ornamental trees. If you like blueberries, some 15 bushes surround the house, help yourself. The large surround deck features a pergola in which you can hoist a hammock and swing yourself to sleep in the lull of a nearby waterfall.

The log house has 3 bedrooms total, an upstairs loft and two downstairs with two bathrooms. There is a wood burning sauna in its own log cabin. Unlike many log homes, this one has been designed to let a maximum of light filter into the cozy wood floor interior with 4 skylights, large picture windows and oversized tilt and turn windows in all four directions. You can heat the house with baseboard heaters, or better yet, by lighting a fire in an Austrian style ornamental tile fireplace.

Besides simply relaxing you have the entire spectrum outdoor activities at your feet You can hike to a beautiful waterfall, some 8 km up valley, swim in Alice Lake while gazing at the Mount Garibaldi volcano. A 20 minute drive will bring you to the Squamish Chief, Canada's foremost rock climbing Mecca, or you can kite surf in Howe Sound known for its never ending winds. You can ride your mountain bike on the vast trail system that Squamish has to offer from beginner to extreme. A 40 minute drive will bring you to Callaghan valley, the cross-country and biathlon centre for Whislter. Another 10 minutes will bring you to the foot of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, where you can enjoy skiing from November until June. If you prefer canoeing, you can start right in Pillchuck Creek which borders the property and paddle a romantic creek to the broad meandering Squamish River that winds its way through untouched wilderness towards the ocean. Or go wild water rafting or kayaking on the wild Ashlu and Elaho Rivers. For anglers, the Squamish and Mamquam Rivers are famous for their salmon runs, with hundreds of bald eagles amassing in the fall to get their share of the protein.

A fifteen minute drive will get you to Brackendale where you can buy groceries or enjoy a hearty meal in a restaurant. Whatever your hearts delight, you will be sure to find it here. Come, stay, enjoy!

This spectacular lakefront vacation property with Grand Residence and Guest House provides the ultimate getaway experience. Located on five private acres, on Sakinaw Lake, it is within 2 hours of Vancouver, on the Sunshine Coast in beautiful British Columbia.

The Lake House with 3500 sq. ft and Guest House with 1500 sq ft. offers luxury and privacy, an ideal location for family's vacations, couples or corporate retreats for 6-18 guests. The magnificent Lake House offers 4 spacious bedrooms, including two Masters with Ensuite, and an additional two more bedrooms upstairs, one with King bed and one Twin-bedded room and shared bath. There is even room for additional guests with 3 window daybeds all with stunning lake views.

The custom home features gourmet kitchen with a 9 foot granite island and adjacent large dining room with casual elegant seating for 10. The two storey Great Room features hardwood floors, soaring ceiling, and wood burning fireplace with windows overlooking the pristine waters of Sakinaw Lake. The lower floor Recreation/ Games room with wood burning fireplace gives families plenty of space for enjoyment with French doors leading out to the large lower deck.

The 3 bedroom Guest House features master bedroom with Ensuite, additional king room and a twin-bedded room. Enjoy the gourmet kitchen overlooking the great room with wood fireplace and dining room with seating for 6 guests. Between the Lake House and Guest House is outdoor living at its finest with an outdoor covered sitting area, fireplace and BBQ.

Enjoy the panoramic lake and coastal mountain views from every room, sit back and relax in the Adirondack chairs on any of the three expansive decks. Relax by the outdoor fireplace or have a campfire at the lower fire pit. You are steps to the waterfront and two level boathouse where you can fish, kayak or enjoy endless hours of water activities. Sakinaw lake is over 8km and summer water temperatures often reach the over 75 F or 24 C. Located within minutes from the property you can enjoy horseback riding, golfing, or hiking to the famous Skookumchuck Rapids.

Arrive at the property via 40 minutes with BC ferries from West Vancouver, and a scenic 70 minute drive along the Sunshine Coast Highway. You can also choose to arrive in 25 minutes by float plane direct to the property from downtown Vancouver or the Vancouver airport. Concierge services can assist you in planning your transportation.

The Lake House can be rented separately based on date and availability. Prices quoted upon request.

Located in the South Cariboo region of British Columbia, Canim Lake Cottage is the perfect getaway from life's hectic pace. This lake is one of the larger lakes in the Cariboo, surrounded by expansive meadows, mountains, rolling hills, and forests of pine, spruce and Douglas-fir trees. Recently constructed, the cottage has all the comforts of home and is a wonderful place for rest and relaxation.

Upon entering you'll find two bedrooms. The first bedroom has a queen bunk bed and the second bedroom has two single bunks. The main floor also has a full bathroom with a large soaker tub. Descending the stairs from the main level brings you to an open-plan living level. This level has the master bedroom with a four poster queen bed and a three piece bath. You'll find the quaint country kitchen is equipped with nickel plated heritage style appliances and an island complete with a sink and bar seating. Everything you need to create your favourite culinary delights is easily accessible. There is also a gas barbeque outside for grilling. The living room has over-stuffed chairs and large windows bathing the room in natural light, providing good views to the lake. Open the double doors to the deck and sit outside to enjoy the clear bright sunshine and take in the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and the beautiful jade coloured Canim Lake. With comfort in mind the living room is a wonderful place to sit back, relax and enjoy the peace of being away from it all. Play board games, take a nap or enjoy chatting on cool clear summer evenings on the sundeck. For your added vacation experience there is a gas fireplace to cozy up to while reading a good book or to tell fishing stories about the one that got away. If you feel the need to stay in touch with the outside world there is a telephone and satellite television.

The outdoor life at Canim Lake Cottage offers so much for you to enjoy. If it's been a long time since you had a campfire there are two fire pits available, one in the front of the home and one of the beach and firewood is provided. Aside from your own private dock and swimming area, this is a great lake for water activities such as fishing, canoeing and boating. There is a boat rental shop just a short walk down the road. This lake offers some of the finest freshwater fly fishing in BC and is the angling centre of a region famed for the size of its char or Laker, as the locals call them. Here you can set your lines for Rainbow trout and Kokanee. There are numerous trails through beautiful scenic terrain for hiking and mountain biking and the surrounding mountains and ranch country is superb for horseback riding. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound for spotting otters, beavers, black bears, moose, mule deer, waterfowl, bald eagles and songbirds unique to the Cariboo region. Canim Lake Cottage has so much to offer you'll want to come back again and again.

Please note that you will need to bring your own towels, toiletries, comforters or sleeping bags. Top sheets are not provided.

Driftwood Cottage on Mudge Island is the perfect retreat for the traveler who would like to leave city behind. This serene cottage is located in the Gulf Islands between Vancouver Island and the mainland of British Columbia. The property is a new West Coast style cottage located on a private, ocean front lot. It comprises of 3 bedrooms, den and two bathrooms and is situated on false narrows facing Gabriola Island. This beautiful cedar constructed cottage offers everything one could wish for a peaceful hide away from the world. Everything for a perfect relaxing vacation is included.

Important Notice this property is accessed by water taxi and is a location where you must bring in your groceries as there are no stores or restaurants of any kind on Mudge Island. It is recommended that you bring coolers to carry your groceries in to and from the water taxi. There is also complimentary use of the owner's car for use to travel to and from the dock.

There is a 200 square foot deck set back 60 feet from the seashore and a host of architectural delights. Set on 0.8 acres of land with approximately 300 feet of easily accessible beach front, down a short staircase. The beach is also accessible by shallow draft boat at high tide and is a delight to view and explore at low tide. At low tide there are edible clams, crabs and oysters for the picking and for much of the year sea lions and seals along with eagles and herons can be viewed hunting for fish in false narrows from the deck.

The Cottage will sleep 6 people easily. The master bedroom has a king sized bed and en suite bathroom also there is a crib and booster seat for infants and toddlers. The second bedroom comprises of a single over queen bunk bed and has an extra trundle bed and the third bedroom is a single over single bunk bed. The living room and den both have queen size sofa beds.

Other features include hot tub with sun cover overlooking the ocean, a beach shower, a wood burning stove with plenty of wood, surround sound TV and DVD player and many DVDs to view, a small library of books, a small stereo unit, and 3 mountain bikes 1 mens, 1 womens, 1 kids plus 1 trail along bike which is good for children 4 years up to 9 years of age and a trail along buggy for infants and toddlers that carries two.

Included in the price is a weekly maid service for cleaning and linen changing and a water taxi service to and from Gabriola Island one round trip per visit. An important travel reminder for this property is that any water taxi service other than one round trip is pay per use. The rate is $25.00 one way and the water taxi can take up to 6 people plus bags per trip.

Wistaria Manor is located in a wilderness setting, found in the Lakes District. This is located in the Central Interior of British Columbia. We are excited to share with you this unique area of British Columbia. You will be staying in a very beautiful, well-maintained log home. The manor is situated on 140 acres with vistas overlooking the Coast Mountains and Ootsa Lake. Along with the obvious breathtaking views you will see, you may be privileged to see the unexpected wild big game like black bear, moose, deer, wolf, coyote, cougar, lynx, wolverine, and others who sometime cross through the yard. A spectacular glacier fed lake that is 320 Km or 200 miles long is also part of the view as you enjoy your morning coffee. The mountains across the lake are within the northern boundaries of Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, one of British Columbia's largest natural preserves.

As you arrive at the Wistaria Manor you are literally at the end of the paved road. At the Manor you will find ample parking in our drive around parking area. The Manor has a large wrap around deck which is a wonderful area to spend time relaxing and taking in all the views, or barbecuing that special meal. Upon entering the home your first impression is the greatness of the great room with its lofty log interior. You will find information waiting with maps and all local highlights to start planning your time here. This is where you can relax, cook your meals, sit at the table and watch the wildlife pass through the yard or just enjoy the mountain view. You can sit by the fireplace in the evening, read a book or enjoy a movie on the entertainment centre, tucked away in the antique wardrobe.

The large master bedroom, with a queen sized bed and antique furniture is also on the main floor along with the main bathroom. Above the master bedroom is the loft that can be used as a quiet reading area, with a computer hook up for your notebook. The loft overlooks the kitchen and great room and also has a beautiful lake/mountain view. There is a hide-a-bed couch that can be used for sitting or sleeping. Below the main floor on the lower floor, there are two single beds in one guest room and a family recreation room with a futon that will sleep two. You have a powder toilet room and laundry facility here, also.

The surrounding area is populated by working cattle ranches where you will see many more animals than people. There are hay fields all along the road coming from Burns Lake as you wind along the road through many of lakes in the area. You will have an enjoyable ride on the free ferry crossing Francois Lake between town and the Manor. Fly fishing opportunities abound in the small to large lakes. Float tubes belly boat or pontoon boats are ideal for these lakes. Rainbow Trout up 10 lbs. plus can be found in Ootsa Lake. Steelhead Trout and Salmon fishing is less than an hour drive away on the famous Morrice and Bulkley river systems. Big game wildlife viewing and hunting in the fall are some of the reasons we live here. Horseback exploration of the area is a dream come true. You may want to bring your hiking boots, or rent a machine to travel throughout our developed trail and off road systems. There is a guide service in the area that can be accessed as needed for photo safaris or to cross Ootsa Lake and explore the Tweedsmuir Park wilderness where there are no motorized vehicles allowed.

Wistaria Manor is a destination vacation that once tried will always be calling you back.