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"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!

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Relax by the serene lake with a dock, perfect for a peaceful retreat.
Stroll along the serene pathway to a traditional Japanese-style building, surrounded by natural beauty and rustic charm.
Relax in this stylish living room with a fireplace, flat-screen TV, and garden views.
Enjoy a serene view of the residential area and water from this balcony, featuring a grill area and comfortable seating.
Charming cabin surrounded by lush greenery, featuring a front porch and stairs leading to the entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$514
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

About this property

Entire place

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

"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!

Located on warm, inviting and crystal clear Sproat lake, the jewel of Vancouver Island. This beautiful, fully furnished and equipped two bedroom, one bathroom guest house is ready for your vacation of a life time. Easy lake access, a large dock with a sun shade and lounge chairs, canoes and SUPs available for your use and a play fort with a sand box for the kids make this the best place in the world to be in the summer! We also want guests to understand our entire property is nonsmoking. As well, because we share the property, we do limit the number of guest house guests on the property to 4 at any one time.
This reservation has a Firm cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 60 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 60 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 30 to 59 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 30 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
Check in 4:00 pm. Check out is 11:00 am. There is no smoking on the property.

Property manager

Martin

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: inquiry before
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 782485205, H390621515

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Port Alberni, BC

What's nearby

  • Sproat Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sproat Lake Petroglyphs - 12 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Harbour Quay - 23 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Cathedral Grove - 32 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Stamp River Provincial Park - 33 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dog Mountain Brewing - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Port Alberni Pizza Factory - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪J & l Drive-In - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bare Bones Fish & Chip Ltd - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$513.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! located?

This Port Alberni cottage is on the beach, 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sproat Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sproat Lake Petroglyphs and Stirling Off-leash Dog Park. Nuu-Chah-Nulth Whaling Canoe Sculpture and Raptors Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

Wonderful experience from beginning to end. Hope to stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short end of summer taste of Sproat Lake

Wonderful property with excellent hosts and location on Sproat Lake. We had a lovely and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the pure golden ones!

What a beautiful, clean, well-tended & private space! Everything we needed and more. The view from the property is incredible, and the morning canoe ride in the mist was pure magic! Great host, super helpful. Highly recommend this very special property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, easy to find. Great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and accommodations

As pictured in listing, beautiful place to stay on a lake with incredibly clear water. Well equipped with gas barbecue, gas fireplace, espresso maker, very large washer dryer, canoes, paddle boards, dock for lounging. Would be great for families as well as couples. Private but hosts nearby and available if needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Quality Accommodation

The Guest House is absolutely a dream. Everything is totally perfect with amazing attention to detail. Added luxury with having use of the jetty with sun loungers, canoes, cabanas - too many to list there is nothing they dont cater for. The most amazing host and nedt place we have stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Redmond, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lake house

This place was so beautiful and peaceful and the hosts were very friendly and went above and beyond for us. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Martin and Janice were terrific hosts. The Guest House was very thoughtfully appointed and we had absolutely everything we could ever think of. The Guest House has gorgeous views from several rooms and was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place!

This stay was the best stay I have ever had while booking thru a ST platform. The hosts were super nice and they had lots of extra's like the availability of SUP's and Canoe's. The house was beautiful and the views are just like the pictures. I would recommend this home to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful

Pristine lakefront property nestled in the trees - our guesthouse was clean, quiet and very comfortable. At night the sound of crickets lulled us to sleep and in the morning there was a small family of deer passing through. Janis is an amazing, thoughtful hostess and we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for business

A nice and very clean place. Unfortunately arrived in the dark and left in the dark so have not much to say. Communication with the owner was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cabin right on Sproat Lake, with a comfy cabin and wonderful hosts

Our stay could not have been better. A really well equipped cabin, a wonderful fireplace, views of the lake, a relaxing dock out on the water, canoes to use, various other sports equipment to use, and best of all were our hosts. Couldn't do enough to make our stay as good as it could be. Went above and beyond what was expected. Can't wait for another opprotunity to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Guest House!

The Guest House was perfect and just what we needed on a recent trip to Sproat Lake to visit family. It is large and spacious with a very well equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and comfortable beds. The gas fireplace in the living room was great for the cool evenings, and we enjoyed dinner on the large deck overlooking the lake. The location on the lake is beautiful - clear water, great for kids and swimmers - with stunning views even from the bedrooms in the rental unit. Janis and Martin have thought of literally everything you'd need to make you feel at home. We'd come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

My husband and I had a fabulous stay at this cottage on Sproat Lake. Martin and Janis were wonderful hosts-easy to communicate with, very friendly but also respecting privacy, and made sure all our needs were met. The property is beautiful and use of the canoe/SUP’s, dock with lounge chairs were great to share as well. Lovely swim area too! The paddle across the lake to the Fossli park falls and suspension bridge was a nice surprise also. The cottage is well equipped with everything you may need and very comfortable with a propane fireplace as well as a heat pump for air conditioning if needed. We look forward to returning one day! Thank you Martin and Janis!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

franck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabuleux

Emplacement magnifique. Très bien aménagé. La petite cheminée :magique.on serait bien resté plus longtemps!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay on Lake Sproat

The property is stunning. It is a true home from home. Probably the most comfortable bed weve ever slept in, the sheets are so soft and smooth. The location cannot be beaten, right on the lake, with fantastic sunsets. There are even kayaks to use. Really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Fantastic spot, we had a great stay while we worked near by. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

My son and I throughly enjoyed staying at lake cabin. Lots of space for both of us and the fire pit down by the late was a great nightly routine. I would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing stay.

Great location, beautiful lake and accommodation was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Weekend Getaway

We took our 2 grandsons for the weekend to this beautiful cottage. The scenery was stunning, the cottage was excellently stocked with everything you need. Definitely a do-over😍😍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We really enjoyed our stay at Martin & Janis’s place. Great hosts and great accommodations.

The suite was very well stocked with everything you need. The lake front area was a fabulous place to hang out and cool off. We will return to this peaceful lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time, Martin and Janis were great hosts. The property is lovely and the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean, quiet and well kept

excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Great location, awesome property

Beautiful lakefront property, the house was good size for four of us, larger than we expected, clean, well stocked, perfect for a weeklong family vacation. We enjoyed paddle boarding, canoeing, swimming, or just relaxing on the private dock on the lake.
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8/10 Good

Very good

This property was great. It had everything I expected and was exactly as I thought it would be. I would recommend this property to others and I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019