The Kootenay Cottage is one of the few accommodations in the area that is air conditioned and pet friendly! I LOVE dogs! The cottage is located on the south side of the West Arm of the Kootenay Lake, in the Nelson Range of Mountains (the historic town of Nelson, B.C., is located on the same side of the West Arm). The cottage is just steps away from Mill Creek trail-head and the West Arm Provincial Park.
The shore of the Kootenay Lake is a short 5 minute walk. Enjoy kayaking, SUP, canoeing, fishing or a dip in the lake. Mill Creek Trail-head is steps from the cottage and guests may enjoy the short or long hikes up the mountain with or without their dogs. The cottage is close to amenities including biking, fishing, golf, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, restaurants, pubs and Ainsworth Hot Springs. Kokanee Provincial Park and Kokanee Glacier. Kaslo is just a 45 minute drive along the glacier lake........
Your queen bed has luxurious 400 count 100% cotton sheets and your choice of allergy-free pillows or down pillows.
The Kootenay Cottage is located on a quiet dead-end road which backs up to hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine Crown land and the recently purchased Dark Woods by the Canadian Conservancy. The Kokanee Glacier range is your view from the cottage deck......
You will enjoy the quiet days on the deck after your hike, bike or kayak surrounded by forest, mountains and the sounds and view of wildlife.....
In your fully equipped kitchen, we provide you with complimentary tea and coffee, condiments, Keurig coffee maker, stainless steel pots and pans, plates, silverware, kitchen towels, dish soap, toaster, french coffee press, blender, microwave, oven, stove and fridge......and the best mountain spring water you will ever taste!
Body soap and shampoo provided.
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Wood provided for the fire-pit. You will be notified if there is a fire ban.
Sunrise over the Purcell Mountain range, view from the Harrop ferry
You are a 5 minute walk from the cottage to the public access of the Kootenay Lake.....enjoy the osprey, eagles and other wildlife which live on and near the shore, bring your dog for a swim or launch your boat, kayak, canoe or paddle board..the shore is public and you may walk for miles...fishing licenses may be purchases nearby or online.....
The Kootenay area is a dog's wonderland! The cottage is located on a dog friendly dead end road, steps away from the Provincial park where you can hike with your dog off-leash. There are dozens of trails minutes from the cottage and wonderful beaches to enjoy with your dog!
Kokanee Glacier trail....15 minute drive from the cottage.........
Kaslo to New Denver pass.......30 minute drive along the Kootenay Lake.......
Kokanee Glacier trail......15 minute drive from the cottage....
Fish Lake
in the spring, great for fishing and swimming for your dog!
View of the Purcell Mountain range from the 5 minute free cable Harrop ferry crossing, ferry runs 24/7.............
Kaslo to New Denver pass in winter..........
Kaslo Bay, winter............
Kokanee Glacier hike..........
Hiking into the Kokanee Glacier is a favorite......
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View from the Mill Creek hiking trail, hike up the mountain behind the cottage. This hike is great for dogs, with small water features along the way. A wide switchback road up the mountain makes it an easy to moderate hike. I suggest taking the 20 minute hike down through the forest next to the creek with view points along the way. Dogs love this hike! |
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The "cliffs", as we locals call this private and quiet look-out on the lake, is only a 15 minute hike from the cottage. A lovely place to bring a picnic lunch or enjoy napping in the shade. The trail leads you to the Lasca Creek trail-head in the West Arm Provincial Park where you will see water falls and view of the lake and Kokanee range. This is one of many great hikes for dogs off-leash.
Osprey abound on the Kootenay Lake.........
Early spring welcomes new cubs, which are plentiful along the scenic Kaslo to New Denver pass.......
Black bear can be seen grazing on the side of the roads during spring and early summer.........
The Kootenays in the fall.......once you experience the Kootenays, you will long to visit again and again...
Recent reviews:
“Highly recommend, we had a great time with the dog at the Kootenay Cottages. Cabin is very clean and recently renovated, very dog friendly also which is a big plus! Natalie was very friendly, communicative and helpful before and throughout the stay. Plenty of privacy and nice and central. Ferry to Harrop is super fast, and always available so easy to come and go using it as your base. Lots to do around the area with lots of reading materials and tips/suggestions provided by the host. Thanks again!”
Adriano, Air BnB, Vancouver, BC
"We absolutely enjoyed everything about the Kootenay Cottage. The warm welcome of the hostess, Natalie, the peace and quiet of the space and the care and thoughtfulness of the items needed to make this place feel like home. Highly recommended!!"
Sablecat22, ***** 5 stars Google review, Calgary, AB
"As best as a little cottage can be. Quiet. Nature all over and community is great."
Frank, ***** 5 stars Google review, USA
"Amazing setting and cozy cottage for exploring Kootenay Lake, discovering local hiking spots, or just sipping coffee and enjoying the peaceful quiet. Natalie's a friendly professional, and helpful host. I am going back again and again!"
Barrie, ***** 5 stars Google review, Bend, Oregon, USA
***** 5 Stars Google review
Ajay Virpariya, Vancouver, BC
“Highly recommend, we had a great time with the dog at the Kootenay Cottages. Cabin is very clean and recently renovated, very dog friendly also which is a big plus! Natalie was very friendly, communicative and helpful before and throughout the stay. Plenty of privacy and nice and central. Ferry to Harrop is super fast, and always available so easy to come and go using it as your base. Lots to do around the area with lots of reading materials and tips/suggestions provided by the host. Thanks again!”
Adriano, Air BnB, Vancouver, BC
"We absolutely enjoyed everything about the Kootenay Cottage. The warm welcome of the hostess, Natalie, the peace and quiet of the space and the care and thoughtfulness of the items needed to make this place feel like home. Highly recommended!!"
Sablecat22, ***** 5 stars Google review, Calgary, AB
"As best as a little cottage can be. Quiet. Nature all over and community is great."
Frank, ***** 5 stars Google review, USA
"Amazing setting and cozy cottage for exploring Kootenay Lake, discovering local hiking spots, or just sipping coffee and enjoying the peaceful quiet. Natalie's a friendly professional, and helpful host. I am going back again and again!"
Barrie, ***** 5 stars Google review, Bend, Oregon, USA
***** 5 Stars Google review
Ajay Virpariya, Vancouver, BC
Booking for the 2022 spring/summer/fall season
May through September, 2022
$995/week, plus 10% tax
discount for 2 weeks or more
NO PET FEE or CLEANING FEE
Weekly only, Saturday changeover
7 month winter rental lease available, October 2022 through April 2023
Please contact for winter rental rate
Please contact The Kootenay Cottage for availability & bookings:
e mail: thekootenaycottage@gmail.com
The Kootenay Cottage
Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6P7
Canada
