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Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Lake Cowichan with free parking

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Property grounds
Standard Studio, Private Bathroom (Unit 2- Elk Room) | Lounge
Exterior
Traditional Room, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) | Private kitchen
Traditional Room, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) | Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 5- Steelhead)

Property grounds

Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 5- Steelhead)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 51 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite) | Property grounds

Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Private Bathroom (Unit 2- Elk Room)

Exterior

Standard Studio, Private Bathroom (Unit 2- Elk Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 4- Cedar)

Property grounds

Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 4- Cedar)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Private Bathroom (Unit 3- Trail Room)

Property grounds

Studio, Private Bathroom (Unit 3- Trail Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 7- Skutz)

Property grounds

Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 7- Skutz)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room)

Traditional Room, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) | Terrace/patio

Traditional Room, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
71 South Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R2G0

What's nearby

  • Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaatza Station Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dashwood Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪J & V's Burgers & Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ed's Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages

Property highlights
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 40.0 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: CAD 500.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 40.0 per accommodation, per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit/debit cards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Riverside By Cowichan Cottages
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Lake Cowichan
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse Lake Cowichan

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages located?

Situated in Lake Cowichan, this guesthouse 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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Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riverside view is amazing! Kitchen also has all necessary appliances which is great. The dock and surroundings are beautiful and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Amenities
We felt at home and relaxed. We enjoyed the BBQ, firepit and dock. Local pub and coffee shops were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025