RIVERSIDE/4BR Cabin Offgrid. Pet &Family/Toddler Friendly Eco-Getaway

(*will still be Legal after changes). Secluded, yet central to SIX communities: Shawnigan Lake, Mill Bay, Cobble Hill, Cowichan Bay, Victoria and Duncan and amenities.

'Come experience how it can be to live 'off the grid' sustainably in a beautiful, whisper quiet, peaceful, Eco-friendly, and a popular lodge near the TC bike trail. Family friendly with fire-pits, gazebo, outhouse, campsite, basketball court, picnic tables and Playground.

* Newly upgraded solar system (June/ 21) & high speed unlim Starlink WIFI. Modern, automated, Off-grid systems/solar with lithium batteries & backup power. All-gas appliances, on demand hot water.
Private deck/ enclosed dog pen. Shabby chic country design...Kayak, and floaties available.

Stay in the 3 BR+Den main w/ huge Pacific Energy wood stove. Campsites upon request.

Pet friendly: If needed, there is a fenced pen surrounding entrances/ decks.

Activities:
Best hiking, riding and ATV trails
Biking: Next to the Transcanada trail (Victoria or/Duncan, Cowichan)
Sailing: Cowichan Bay
Swimming: Koksilah river, Shawnigan Lake

Walking distance to 'Burnt Bridge', Koksilah provincial campground, Damali Lavender farm, Many (Unsworth,Merridale) Vinyards, Kinsol Trestle, and the 100 mile ride site. River, waterfalls and Hiking trails surround. Wildlife mecca.

Kinsol Trestle and the Cowichan Valley Bike Trail to North Island from Victoria has been restored. After the fire of 1993..
“With a length of 614 feet, it is the longest trestle in the British Commonwealth.
“Being 145 feet high (taller than a 14 story building) it is the highest wooden trestle in the world.” –Macdonald and Lawrence, Timber framing specialists.

10 minutes to West Shawnigan lake beach park, Shawnigan Lake school and the town Village -all the basics.
20 minutes to Cowichan Bay, Cobble Hill, Mill Bay, Duncan
Victoria, numerous amenities, golf courses, wineries, and ferries within an hour..

Cell Service ****** Rogers Cell Service works well at the property. Bell and Telus the signal is not as strong.

There is a caretaker on staff on site and/or 24/7 assistance to manage all off grid systems so that all you need to worry about is how much fun you are having.:-)
Security or Damage Deposit

A refundable security/damage deposit of 200.00 CAD is due immediately.
When warranted, the deposit (or portion thereof) is refunded within 5 days of departure., Groups of young adults may be subject to a larger deposit.

Pet Policy, Deposit and Fees

Pets are allowed.
Pets allowed:Any Pet
A security deposit of 100.00 CAD is not included in any calculations for the 'Total Rent' or 'Booking Notice'.
Deposit applicability: Any number of pets.
A guest must request this optional service.
Maximum allowed: Four and more Pets
Fenced area(s) for dogs may be available. Please inquire.
NOTE: Persons traveling with and requiring a Service Animal have special rights and must be granted access regardless.

Cleaning on Departure

A fee is charged for Cleaning on Departure
One-time fee of 100.00 CAD for stays of any number of nights or occupants.

Cleaning During Stay

There is no cleaning/maid service available.

Parking

Parking is free.
Waterfront and/or Beach

Property is waterfront (i.e. no properties between the property and water OR property is in a community with private waterfront access).
Koksilah River is a 2 minute walk from the property crossing a road. The sand and rocks beach gradient is gradual for a long distance. There is no dock, moorage or float anchor.
Beautiful private swimming: several beach areas on the river Sailboats available for and#39;charterand#39; Kayak available for use

Snow Skiing and Boarding

Property is not near a ski resort.
Telephone Fee

Phone use is included in the rent.
Guest's mobile phone is recommended. There is no phone supplied.
Outbound long distance calls are restricted to a calling card, collect calls or toll free numbers.

Air Conditioning and Fees

Air Conditioning is included in the rent