Family-friendly vacation rentals in Kootenay Lake

Bees Knees in the Trees Tiny Home -Hot Tub & Sauna

Private, peaceful & super cute tiny home in the woods, only 5 minutes to downtown Nelson. Cozy up on the cuddle chair, enjoy a wood burning stove and forest view. Use our mountain spring hot tub or book a woodfired sauna (+$50) & cold plunge for the ultimate Kootenay relax & refresh. Climb the ladder into the loft bedroom with queen size bed, book collection & fibre internet. Outside fireplace, full shower, plus hiking, biking & skiing trails nearby. Find your happy place at our mountain retreat

Moosu Guest House and Spa, Cedar Hot Tub and Sauna

Moosu Guest House is a railroad style cabin designed for two people with 12 foot ceilings and floor to ceiling windows in the bedroom for a superb stargazing experience. The private outdoor spa features a salt water cedar hot tub and barrel sauna. Turkish spa towels and cozy robes are provided to complete the spa experience. As part of your stay you will be welcomed with a package including coffee from Nelson’s two iconic roasters Oso Negro and No6 Coffee Co, and tea from Nelson’s Virtue Tea.

Delightful one bedroom log cabin

Get away from it all when you stay in a very special, cozy log cabin in a beautiful nature setting right beside the rail trail and lots of beautiful rivers and lakes near by. This unique cabin has a sink with running water, a fridge, micro wave and a coffee bar with a coffee machine where you can enjoy your morning coffee sitting on a barstool. A very comfortable couch is pulled out into a double bed. There is a picnic table on the porch. This cabin comes with its own outhouse for your safety.

Creek & Forest Retreat by Beach

Forget your worries in this serene retreat a 1/2 hour from 4 hot springs. A 5 min walk to a spectacular sandy beach across from Saddle Mtn & a 7 min drive to Nakusp. Our 1100 sq. ft suite includes 2 extra comfortable queen beds, a luxurious kitchen & laundry. Covered deck with eating & lounging areas by a calming pond. A private hammock sanctuary overlooking Baerg Creek. Hike Saddle Mnt. Stroll the waterfront walkway. Mtn bike Mt. Abriel. Nakusp, Halcyon, Halfway and St. Leon Hot Springs.

By the Lake

By the Lake is a welcoming, private suite situated in a beautiful, modern waterfront home with a stunning view over the lake and a lovely garden with a hot tub. Five minutes drive from downtown and 15 minutes from Whitewater ski area, provides refreshing hikes and skiing opportunities close by. Close access to shopping and restaurants. John's Walk lakeside path passes right by the house, leading you to attractive Lakeside Park. Our beach provides a peaceful spot to relax on the lake shore.

Copper Mountain View Cabin-Beautifully Modern.

Brand-new bright cabin with great view of Copper Mountain designed by a local artist and architect. Yes, this is one cabin: not two. The locally sourced charred cedar cabin is truly one of a kind in this area. This one bedroom cabin functions as a home with kitchen. The view is truly incredible. Tucked up on the mountain side: a scenic 10 minute drive from Nelson, 20 mins to White Water ski resort rd. Enjoy golf, fishing all the beauty, adventure and amenities the Kootenay’s have to offer.

Stunning Cabin In The Woods - Close to Nelson

***Sorry friends we cannot host your dogs*** Newly built modern cabin, perfect for nature lovers, skiers/snowboarders, snowmobilers, mountain bikers, hikers, or those checking out nearby Nelson. The sun-drenched deck faces a gorgeous ponderosa pine, and is a few steps away from an active game trail. We share this beautiful seven acre property with elk, deer, rabbits, a friendly neighbourhood fox, two ravens, and countless wild turkeys who enjoy eating Gabriela’s rye and buckwheat flowers.

Kootenay Lake Hideaway w/ Hot Tub

This stylish place to stay is perfect for the adventurer, families and lake lovers. Perched on a hillside 10 minutes from Nelson and 5mins from Kokanee close to amenities, great biking and hiking trails! Have a BBQ on the patio while taking in the stunning views of Kootenay lake. Relax at your own private beach 5 minutes down the trail or enjoy the private hot tub for those tired muscles. Enjoy the large yard and beautiful gardens or chef up a meal in the fully equipped kitchen.

Epic View (not so tiny)Tiny House

This Epic View (not so tiny) tiny house is truly a soul nourishing place. From its large expanse of south facing windows you can soak in the views of Kooteney lake and then enjoy the covered private deck with an outdoor bathtub! It has all the amenities to make a perfect retreat space including a Bose sound system, movie projector and yoga mat. From a comfy bed to artistic decor and a fully equipped kitchen, you are sure to want to stay forever.

The Caravan

Enjoy a memorable and unique experience in the 'Caravan', a tiny home built on the back of a 1967 International Loadstar. Cozy up and read a book in the spacious loft bed. Have a romantic getaway, or bring your family of 3 and make use of the twin futon. Walk or ride your bike right out the door on our trails and take in one of the classes or events at For-rest Retreat. Salmo is the perfect place to stay and explore the beauty of the Kootenays.

Mill Street Studio

This lovely little stand-alone studio is cozy and close to everything. Located in a fun and quiet part of downtown Nelson, it’s the perfect place for active visitors! The Studio is a few blocks from Oso Negro Coffee Shop, Nelson Brewing Company & taproom, historic Baker Street and a Whitewater Ski Area shuttle stop. There is a convenient off street parking space right next to the accommodation. Coffee and tea are provided for your enjoyment.

Cozy Studio near Ski Hill, Nelson, Ainsworth!

Kick back and relax in this newly renovated guesthouse studio. Have the entire home to yourself complete with kitchen, full bath and living area. The kitchen includes an air fryer oven, induction stovetop, Keurig coffee maker and fridge. The bathroom features a custom stone and tile rain shower. Only a 8 min walk to 6 mile beach, 12 km to downtown Nelson, 33 km to Whitewater Ski Resort and 36 km to Ainsworth Hot Springs.