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Cottage in The Woods, Nelson

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Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Beasley, BC
  • Kootenay River
    1 min walk
  • Crescent Valley Beach
    8 min drive
  • Slocan Valley Rail Trail
    9 min drive
  • Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    23 min drive

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About the area

Taghum

With a stay at this cottage in Taghum, you'll be on a river, just steps from Kootenay River and a 2-minute drive from Kootenay Lake. .This family-friendly cottage is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Crescent Valley Beach and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Shoreacres Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cottonwood Falls Park - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Baldface Lodge - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Nelson & District Community Complex - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lakeside Park - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Whitewater Ski Resort - 27 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frog Peak Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kootenay Smokehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dam Inn Neighbourhood Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pony Espresso - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage in The Woods, Nelson

Welcome to The Woods!

Come and get away from it all and relax in a private guesthouse/cottage just minutes away from the eclectic town of Nelson. It’s an ideal place for you and your family to unwind or work remotely; with satellite internet, large windows providing plentiful light, and spectacular views of the forest, Kootenay River and snow capped mountains.

This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home on a private 15 acre retreat with soaring trees, a bubbling creek and access to a riverside beach.

The main bedroom has a queen sized bed, and the second bedroom has a queen bed also. The couch in the living room converts into a queen bed - and a sumptuous 4" mattress topper can be added upon request.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything required for a quiet dinner at home.

We are grateful to have high speed internet powered by satellite and we make every effort to ensure you have an uninterrupted WiFi connection. For your entertainment there is a TV with DVD player, Apple TV (with Netflix, Disney+ and Prime) a large DVD library, and games. Children’s toys and equipment are available upon request.

Directly around the cottage, you can savour your own dedicated outdoor spaces. These include front and back decks, a private back yard and even a fire pit. They are perfect for enjoying the picturesque setting anytime of day.

A brand new 7 person hot tub is sumptuously placed on a on a purpose build outdoor landing. While soaking your stress away, enjoy views of the mountains, valley and lake. (This amenity is shared with the other dwellings on the property)

We are located 15 minutes west of Nelson on Highway 3A, part of the breathtaking Selkirk Loop. Situated on a mountainside just off the highway but secluded enough to take you away from it all.

Our property is privately positioned with no neighbours in sight, but you can hear the sound of the creek in your backyard and catch an occasional glimpse of roaming elk, deer and even turkeys. A stunning walk through the forest takes you to a secluded beach on the shores of Kootenay Lake. It's simply breathtaking.

In the summer you can enjoy a swim in the lake, or float your inner tube down the Slocan River. For those more adventurous there's kayaking, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing and more just outside your door. There is also great shopping, museums, coffee shops and galleries in the historic town of Nelson to top off your day.

In the fall you have your choice of rivers to drop in a fly and enjoy the flyfishing that British Columbia is famous for.

In the winter, Whitewater Ski Resort is 20 minutes away or Red Mountain less than an hour away. Heli-Skiing and Cat-skiing are also locally available. There are multiple nordic ski trails to choose from and endless trails for snowshoeing.

What a wonderful place to escape the pandemic and get in touch with nature!

The cottage is dog friendly. Guidelines for dogs are as follows:
o Please do not leave your dog unattended in the cottage (unless crated) or tied up outside
o Please do not allow your dog to roam the property unattended
o A $25 pet fee applies

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The property contains 2 other dwellings which are also rented through VRBO. Each rental group has their own autonomous space and privacy.
- All 3 dwellings can be rented individually or as a group
- In total the property has 13 beds and can sleep up to 21 people
- We are open to inquiries about retreats and small weddings

Please see our other listings for details:
- Lodge in “The Woods” (2300640)
- Luxury Log Home in “The Woods” (9643096)
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Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

John Wilkinson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Golf on site
  • Sledging nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 990.3 sq ft (92 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

beautiful kootney cottage
Charming Mountainside Cottage
Cottage With Stunning Mountain Lake Views
Sunnyside Cottage With Stunning Mountain Lake Views
Cottage in The Woods With Stunning Mountain Lake Views
Cottage in “The Woods” with Stunning Mountain Lake Views
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Cottage in The Woods, Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carmyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cozy spot!
Other than the large loud party next door, it was a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Property
Beautiful cabin with lovely view!! Perfect location, private but with close access to Nelson. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great inside and out
We stayed in this property for 3 days while hiking and paddling in the area. We had the property to ourselves - there are 2 other cabins/chalets on site - but they were unoccupied at the time. Our cabin was cozy with a beautiful view. We enjoyed the hot tub on site and appreciated the cut logs which made making a fire very convenient. Although close to the highway - we did not find that there was enough traffic to notice or interrupt our stay at all. It was a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mahmood A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
This is a fabulous cabin just outside of Nelson. The property itself is beautiful. The cabin was spacious, clean and well stocked. There are three rentals on the property, which we were aware of prior to our stay as it is disclosed on their website and on Vrbo. We enjoyed meeting the other vacationers. My daughter uses a wheelchair and we had no issues in the one level cabin. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Maryann J.

Good space with a nice view
The cottage was a good space for 4 adults and a dog. Unfortunately my husband and I had to sleep separately because the beds were not overly comfortable. I’m pleased they had a foam memory mattress top for the pullout sofa for my husband. My parents were able to share their bed but also found it uncomfortable. In the owners defence, they are Murphy beds and are not noted as being overly comfortable. The cottage is definitely equipped with everything you need from towels, utensils, pots, pans, spices etc. The location to Nelson was perfect yet far enough away that you felt like you were in a little retreat with a beautiful view., We tried to hike/walk to the “beach” but it was a little too steep so we did not get a chance to see where it was. The cottage could do with a real deep cleaning. I’m not sure if this is on the owners or if they need to check in with their cleaning crew. It’s definitely was tidy but I would not say it was clean. The cottage could do with a new BBQ and a couple of upgrades. Overall it was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the view!!!
Fantastic stay in a great location with an amazing view! Really comfortable and well equipped. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spring break getaway!
Lovely property and fun little getaway with my kids dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving in Nelson
So glad we came back for another stay in The Woods. Great location and Nelson is beautiful in autum!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bike Trip Stay in June 2023
Stayed in guesthouse for 4 nights. Good size for 3-4 people. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and cookware. All advertised features (WiFi, Hot-tub, Laundry, etc.) were in good condition. Property owner was friendly and helpful. Overall offered great accommodation in location that provides good access to both Nelson and Castlegar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in the Kootenays
Pictures don't do the location/view justice - beautiful property and great location. We loved our stay here and would absolutely come back. John was a great host and made sure our stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

John&Melissa D., Cranbrook, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not what expected but overall good stay
We did NOT expect to have another home within 20 ft of our cabin. Property was not secluded 15 acres: right on the side of a highway, located on the side of the mountain, straight down to the rivers edge. I noted after the fact that the listed hot tub was shared, so that’s on me, but expected more privacy overall. The ants in the cabin were gross and that in itself made the home feel “unclean”. Hosts were great! I wouldn’t book this again knowing it’s not the secluded retreat it sounds like in the add
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy!
The only downside to this peaceful property was that it was quite close to the owners main dwelling… BUT the property owner is SUPER friendly, respected our privacy and was quiet. There was a feeling of safety and affirmation that if we needed anything, they were there. Snow was plowed promptly and respectfully. Would 100% recommend this quiet, peaceful, cozy place. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin with stunning views
The cabin was lovely and John was very friendly and helpful. The other buildings are quite close, but the outdoor areas are well situated. Access to the river is a mini hike, but it is well worth it if you want to paddle on the river in solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Fantastic venue, well maintained and managed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends getaway
A great place in the woods to get away and recharge. The cabin has it’s own fire pit and lots of chopped wood. The cabin is very clean and has everything needed. Nelson is a short drive if anything is forgotten or for shopping. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter d.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing getaway
What a great little cabin, with a stunning view over the lake and valley! Easy and short hiking trails near by. Less than 10 minutes from beautiful Nelson BC. We met both owners, very nice people and LGBTQ2+ friendly! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent spot and awesome hosts
Little bit of a hiccup coming in but John was very swift taking care of things and was excellent to deal with. The property itself is lovely having a great view, nice walking trails and a really nice cabin. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodation
Great stay and location for our group ski trip. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Woods
Great stay!!! Super friendly host. Thanks for the stay John if we are in the area again you will hear from us thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent retreat!
Had a great time here. Location was fantastic with the river below. Nothing to complain about as it was very clean and most likely will be back. Only thing we wished was the hot tub to be filled and functional as weather was cool and wet and would have been nice to soak in there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing spot to get away
My husband and I had the most relaxing time staying in the cottage. John was an exceptional host and was super friendly and accommodating. We loved the property as did our two pups (who were in their literal heaven) who got to join us. We will be staying here again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dusty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
Great spot with all of the needed amenities, great views, amazing property to walk, and a fantastic property owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol K., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amazing view!
Loved our time here. It's quiet and close to nature at the same time being easy driving distance to Nelson and Whitewater. The cabin is exactly as shown: cozy, warm and well equipped. Everything you need if you decide to stay in and cook. The owners are delightful to deal with and super responsive. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darrell S., Vernon, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Wonderful place to stay and relax, we enjoyed the location and the Host was wonderful. Could use a fry pan in the cabin.. Thansk for a great get away for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020