Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages

Name: Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages
Address: 71 South Shore Road, Lake Cowichan, ca

Location: 71 South Shore Road, Lake Cowichan, ca

Star Rating: 9 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Scenic Location
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of Lake Cowichan and its picturesque views.

Cozy Amenities
Relax by the outdoor fireplace or stay indoors and watch a movie on the flat-screen TV.

Convenient Facilities
Benefit from the private entrance, kitchenette, and free WiFi available in all units.

Book your stay at Cowichan Lake Cottages - Riverside for a memorable retreat amidst nature's beauty.

Important Information

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Outdoor furniture
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Contactless check-in/check-out
Smoke alarms
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Covered parking
Charcoal grill

Rooms Available

One-Bedroom Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-fitted kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. Boasting an outdoor dining area, this suite also provides heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Standard Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchenette has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This suite features a tea and coffee maker, a game console, a flat-screen TV and an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. In the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a patio, this suite also provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Standard Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker and a patio are provided in this spacious suite. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The well-fitted kitchenette features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. A sofa, a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker and a patio are featured in this spacious suite. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Standard Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This suite has a tea and coffee maker, a game console, a flat-screen TV and a patio. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Standard Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker and a patio are offered in this spacious suite. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Window
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

Guest Reviews

Gabriele (8/5): Good - Good location Nice
Jason (7/5): Not a one bedroom. It’s a bachelor suite. - Access to the river for a morning cold plunge It’s not a one bedroom. It’s a bachelor suite with everything (bed, pull-out couch, kitchen) all in one room.
Erlinda (6/5): It’s OK for 2 nights stay. - the cowichan lake at the backyard. communication with the owner was good. easy check in and out process. kitchen is complete except for dining table. there’s no space to eat inside the unit, the bedroom is too small, there’s no space to walk on and no space to place the luggages. if you’re 4 people there’s no enough wall hooks for wet towels. The check in is too late (4 pm) and the check out is too early (10 am).
Simon (10/5): - Great location Nothing
James (8/5): Very nice good value accommodation. - Lovely outlook over the river and lake with a walkway down to a floating deck. The room was clean and comfortable and the view could be appreciated through the large windows. Minor point was that there is no off street parking but this did not cause any real problem.
Sheila (8/5): Beautiful, convenient location, very clean and good value. - Beautiful location, although different from the appearance on Booking.com. Very clean. Having bunk beds in the bedroom as well as the queen was a surprise. Bathroom has almost no counter space.
sheryl (9/5): - Loved the area, quiet, everything was so clean in our room. Thankyou. Uneven pavement going to the unit. Hard to move suitcases, cooler. Entering at night you cannot see the numbers on the keypad. Need some room darkening blinds in bedroom.
Ross (6/5): - Having to sign a full rental agreement for a one night stay is a bit excessive. So is a $500 damage deposit.
Kirsten (10/5): -
Vasco (9/5): -
Marc (10/5): - Sehr gute Unterkunft. Würde ich sofort wieder buchen
Brett (6/5): -
Marta (6/5): Good for one night - Easy check in, clean, quiet (stayed mid-week in the off season), nice/simple decorations, dimmer control lights, good shower pressure and water temperature - had all the basics for a one night stay Uncomfortable lumpy pillows (and there were no spare pillows as another option except for "decorative" pillows), the bed was squeaky, and a temperamental heating/cooling system - almost as if another unit was able to override the settings in the unit and increase the temperature.
Calvin (10/5): - Beusitful property that was well maintained. Lots of amenities
Laurie (10/5): We stayed only for one night but would love to return again in summer. - Location Ammenties
lee (9/5): -
Danika (8/5): -
Brett (10/5): -
Barry (8/5): Great location, clean, comfortable with lots of little extras in the room to make the stay easy. -
Celerina (10/5): Perfect for a family vacation! - Everything, it was cozy, quiet, clean and relaxing. Feels like home away from home. The backyard was a nice bonus, you can bbq and seat by the river. None
Ebu (8/5): -
Hannah (10/5): -
Danielle (10/5): Excellent place to stay. Great location too - Everything! The location was fabulous even has a small kitchen.
Roxanne (10/5): - very accommodating and awesome to deal with. a great accommodation ..and would highley recommend it
Anil kumar (9/5): -
Hannah (10/5): - Such an amazing spot! great for little kids cause it's right by a playground and the library. We loved staying here :)
Kathy (10/5): - Bright, clean and comfortable. We stayed in the bigger unit (bed, bunk beds and pull out) all the beds and linens were comfortable and the bathroom has enough towels which were big and fluffy. The kitchen was well appointed for morning coffee. We would stay again
Daniel (9/5): alles Tipp Topp - Die Lage und die Ausstattung waren perfekt Das mit dem Code für die Türe lief nicht ganz optimal
Sarah (10/5): - Was able to book last minute. Helpful staff. Difficulty opening sofa bed.
Loredana (5/5): Sufficiente per trascorrere una notte. - Posizione strategica Nell'abitazione manca un tavolo, non c'é nemmeno una sedia e soprattutto non c'é un guardaroba. Inoltre non ho trovato brochures turistiche o informazioni sul luogo che normalmente sono all'interno delle abitazioni.
Hewitt (9/5): - Great location right downtown on the water.
Lorie (10/5): - Everything
Pavlo (9/5): Overall, it was great, a really nice place to stay in. I am planning to visit it again with some friends next summer. I - It’s located right at the shore or the lake. The view from the dock is amazing. The common area is great, especially the BBQ area. I’m sure that’s because of the weather, but the dock was really dirty, as well as the BBQ chairs were not clean; I had to wipe them myself. The bed we were sleeping on was not in good shape and not really comfortable (mattress), but the bedding helped with comfort; however, the bed frame seemed to break at any moment. I’m a little chubby, but would appreciate having a solid frame instead of just a few pieces of metal ramps put together.
Marco (9/5): - Grosses Apartment das Zweckmässig eingerichtet ist mit allen möglichen Küchengeräten.
Virginie (9/5): Very nice stay - Modern and clean room. Self check-in with code. The deck on the river is very nice (but the chairs should be cleaned). A stovetop was mentioned in the amenities of my One-Bedroom Suite but it was nowhere to be found. I did what I could with the microwave to cook what I had bought. I saw people complaining about the number of emails and my first impression was that it can't be that bad, but there is a lot of them indeed, especially before checking-in. The chairs on the deck were very dirty, not inviting (see photos).
David (10/5): Great place. Lovely location. - Loved the location on the river. Had a swim after a long day biking.
Edith (9/5): -
Caroline (10/5): - Es war alles super. Kommen gerne wieder 😌👍🏼
Yudong (10/5): -
Marta (8/5): Charming, cute little cottage with a private deck - Cute cottage, private deck with access to the river, very clean, coffee and tea provided, super convenient location in the heart of Lake Cowichan. The amount of emails I was receiving from the property, plus $500 deposit held for days and paid outside of Booking.com. They also charge $95 cleaning fee and tell you to check out at 10am and do your dishes despite that very high cleaning fee.
Martin (9/5): -
Emily (8/5): Modern and very clean, amazing location. - Location was perfect, right in the middle of town and on the waterfront. Was so lovely to have the dock right outside and the garden view from living room. The games room was cute, my little boy loved it. Everything you needed was there with a well equipped kitchen and bathroom. Only that both beds were in the same room which made it difficult for privacy. Everyone had to go to bed at the same time and get up at same time because you’re sleeping in the kitchen so to speak. Not so easy when navigating nap times with a little one.
David (9/5): - Fully renovated A bit small
Clayvaa (9/5): Nice place, easy to book and access. Good communication. Great location. Comfortable and clean. - The location was great. For us, close to dinner, snacks and breakfast! It was very clean, easy to find and get into. Bed was comfortable, living space just right for the two of us overnight. Separate entrance was nice too. 2:30 am an Air Raid Siren woke us up even though we wear earplugs. I guess that is normal for Cowichan Lake residents but it was a little concerning for us visitors. Husband did not get back to sleep. With a $95 cleaning fee added on top of the cost to stay there - maybe don't ask your visitors to clean up before they leave.
Philip (6/5): A little too eventful - blocked toilet; loud emergency siren waking us up in the middle of the night - Cleanliness and in good condition. Easy to find. The plumbing. We had a blocked toilet which required the attention of a plumber. Some hooks in the bathroom would b helpful
Alina (10/5): - It was directly by the water, super calm and beautiful.
E Anne (6/5): Disappointing! - Location was wonderful as were the amenities-- kitchen supplies. No opening window! No view! Shoddy finishes-- no towel rack,no bedside tables, rickety side table.
Lisa (10/5): - It was super cozy and clean and so well equipped - I wish I could have stayed longer and I will definitely try to come back! I can recommend the Cowichan Lake Cottages 100%!!!
suzanne (10/5): Good stay- no room for bedside tables in bedroom- a problem if cpap machine is used - Excellent location great kitchen Cramped bedroom
Razel (10/5): Great place to stay if you love the water! - We arrived earlier than expected and they were nice enough to let us check in 30 min before! There's a cute coffee place next door with outdoor seating, a small park to temporarily park you car (in case street parking is full) and there's a bridge that connects to a park on the other side of the river. The bridge offers gorgeous views of the water and you can see the people in the lazy river. The cottage itself was very cozy and clean - exactly like the pictures! We were a party of 4 and enjoyed our stay in Cottage # 7. It had a double bed plus a bunk bed that fit all 4 of us. I believe the couch was also a pullout but we did not use it for sleeping - I appreciate the electric fan in the bedroom and the AC. I also like how the bathroom already had big bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash available. We also cooked all our meals and the kitchenette was very nice! We used their Ninja airfryer toaster oven and they had a double burner induction cook top that you can put away in the bottom drawers. Now on the best part - the view and access to the river. The cottage has a large backyard that overlooks the water. Plenty of seating in the backyard and there's a BBQ grill (did not use). Our unit had seating on the patio and a table. My mom loves to crochet so she spent most of the afternoon outside on deck. We brought our paddle board so we enjoyed the convenience of being able to launch it right along the river. The area before the bridge was great for paddling as the water is deeper. Once you paddle past the bridge, its harder to paddle upstream as you are opposite of the current so it may take longer to get back. We absolutely loved our stay that we didn't even bother to drive anywhere else the next 4 days and enjoyed exploring the area. We will definitely be back!
Frank (9/5): -
Manon (9/5): Great relaxing space - The property location was excellent. Right by the river like the pictures showed. Close to everything by foot. I would have liked to check out later. 10 am is a bit early.
Josiane (10/5): - L'emplacement est idéal et l'accès au lac est vraiment super.
Gary (8/5): -
Pyke (9/5): -
Caroline (5/5): Super cozy and clean but there are no windows on the walls - Super clean, super cozy, easy access and very kind people No windows on any wall, only one on the sealing. The place isn’t dark but still, windows are important and I had not seen any mention of it
Dawn (10/5): Exceptional - Swimming off the dock was amazing after a long, hot bike ride! The hammocks and the outdoor eating area were also wonderful. The beds were not the most comfortable. A small coffee table would be great.
Lieuwe (8/5): Very good - Waterfront High deposit
Charlene (8/5): Very good - Good location. Nice venue. Booking process. Booked through booking.com. But once booked process for staying at location was very different than what we had experienced using booking.com. Booking.com much simpler.
Jeremy (10/5): Exceptional -
Felix (9/5): Superb - Excellent location, very nice room, very clean. Good value for money. Bed is by far too small (suitable for honeymoon only). Too many, endless and too complicated paper processes in advance. Do not ask for all those information again which have been given to booking.com already.
Robb (10/5): Exceptional - The building is right on the river. The bedding is nice and soft. The place is clean and updated.
Linda (9/5): Superb - Lovely bathroom and kitchenette. Handy to town.
Caballero (10/5): Amazing spot with great dock - Loved the dock and how convenient and cozy the Cottage is! The room is very clean and the outside is very well take care of. Grill was very useful and kitchen had everything we needed The pillows. They where very hard to sleep with. Worth mentioning that I am very picky with pillows so im very rarely satisfied.
Alexandre (10/5): Exceptional -
Pauline (9/5): Superb -
Khademibami (10/5): Exceptional -
Sven (10/5): Exceptional -
Nick (10/5): Exceptional -
Nick (10/5): Exceptional -
Natercia (10/5): Exceptional - Super friendly easy lake access and nice community feel with the fire pit
Leslie (6/5): Pleasant - It was very clean It was advertised as "cottages". It was a room with a kitchen, no windows, not a cottage. Not good value for money. Parking was
Penrich (10/5): Exceptional - Fantastic location, the contact with owner, everything was just excellent. Would definitely stay again
Elizabeth (8/5): A very nice choice - It was clean, a great location and had everything we needed. The bed was not the most comfortable but we've had worse. Overall, a great stay.
Andrea (10/5): Great Getaway! - Beautiful place to stay with kids. The space was comfortable, location great to go for a walk. Hosts were responsive and answered questions quickly. Would stay here again.
Frank (9/5): Superb - Place was clean and comfortable. Good location Online checkin was a bit of a hassle.