Enjoy your visit to Lake Cowichan with a stay at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking.
Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lake Cowichan Municipal Office - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Dashwood Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 46 min drive
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 62 min drive
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 68 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 152 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 3 min walk
Tim Hortons - 9 min walk
Jakes @ The Lake - 1 min walk
Cow Cafe - 7 min walk
Subway - 2 min walk
About this property
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages
Enjoy your visit to Lake Cowichan with a stay at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive smart lock details
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: CAD 500.00 per stay
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit/debit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number 00002549
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
Are pets allowed at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages like?
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages is a short 1-minute walk from Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch and 4 minutes' walk from Beaver Creek Rhododendron Park.
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Reviews
Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.8
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Eco-friendliness
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
We had a great time
A relaxing stay! The hosts were quick to respond to our requests. Great location in Lake Cowichan
Marie
Marie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Very clean and nice
Brayden
Brayden, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
We felt at home and relaxed. We enjoyed the BBQ, firepit and dock. Local pub and coffee shops were friendly.
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Riverside view is amazing! Kitchen also has all necessary appliances which is great. The dock and surroundings are beautiful and quiet.
Arthur
Arthur, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
What a fantastic find! This cottage is incredibly well-equipped, exceptionally clean, and the hosts' attention to detail is second to none. If you enjoy cooking, you'll be delighted with the kitchen. We loved our stay and will definitely be back. Highly recommended!
Anas
Anas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
This is a Review.
I stayed in the small suite with a pull-out sofa bed. It was comfortable and modern. Clean. When there was a small problem with the fridge on check-in, the hotel immediately fixed it. Would stay again.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
Die Lage von Riverside vom Haus 7 ist sehr schön und gut. Schöne Aussicht in die Natur. Wir haben im Studio alles gehabt, was es brauchte. Die Gartenanlage ist schön.
Wir erhielten sehr schnell Unterstützung, wenn wir etwas benötigten. Alle nötigen Informationen haben wir von den Betreibern des Cottage erhalten. Das Check in war einfach.
Georg
Georg, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Karli
Karli, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
What a lovely place to stay! Will definitely be coming back. Hopefully it will be hotter next time so we can swim off the dock. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Idyllic place
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Staying at this property was very relaxing and enjoyable. It was very clean and quiet. Great amenities and accessible to what ever one would need.