Title: Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114344464&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guesthouse with free parking, near Cowichan Lake Sports Arena ## Photo gallery for Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages ![Property grounds - Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages (Lake Cowichan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/61799ae6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages (Lake Cowichan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/19d2150b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages (Lake Cowichan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/57dc908d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite) | Dining - Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages (Lake Cowichan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/9dc62dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages (Lake Cowichan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/f1779599.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Cowichan Lake Sports Arena and Meade Creek Road Park, Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £65 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=114344464&PinnedHotelID=114344464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds 1 bed Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 5- Steelhead) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/af31d5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 5- Steelhead) ### Highlights Deck/patio Garden Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating - River view - 549 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 4- Cedar) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/74bd827f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 4- Cedar) ### Highlights Deck/patio Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Fridge - 441 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 2- Elk Room) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/f1779599.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 2- Elk Room) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite) ![Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite) | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/3c04dcbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 1- Arbutus Suite) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Deck/patio Separate dining area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette - 549 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Traditional Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) ![Traditional Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/a2ed21ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 6- River Room) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Garden Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating - River view - 344 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 7- Skutz) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/2aab3cf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Suite, Private Bathroom, River View (Unit 7- Skutz) ### Highlights Deck/patio Garden Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating - River view - 549 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 3 - Trail Room) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114350000/114344500/114344464/82821a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Private Bathroom (Unit 3 - Trail Room) ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV - 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[Visit our Lake Cowichan travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan.dx6288188) [View more Guest houses in Lake Cowichan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cowichan-Guest-Houses.d6288188-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.82505%2C-124.05780&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YZYdHSUGwItGGwsCSsOrRE_tzd0=) 71 South Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC, V0R 2G0 ### What's nearby - Vancouver Island Regional Library - Cowichan Lake Branch 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Lake Cowichan Municipal Office 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kaatza Station Museum 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Central Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Cowichan Lake Sports Arena 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Nanaimo, BC (YCD) 46 min drive ### Restaurants - A&W Restaurant 4 min walk - Cow Cafe 7 min walk - J&V Burgers & Pizza 4 min walk - Ed's Coffeehouse 1 min walk - Tim Hortons 9 min walk ## About this property ### Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Guest house near Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Located close to Meade Creek Road Park and Mesachie Lake, Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Barbecues and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking within 5 metres - Street parking available - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - In-room sofa bed ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Virtual front desk ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in room ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Queen sofa bed ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance, smart lock ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: CAD 500.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit/debit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned Property Registration Number 00002549 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### Property is 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 ### Is Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? ### How much is parking at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? ### What time is check-in at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? ### What time is check-out at Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages? ### Where is Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin 27 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, great space and it had everything you would need and more! Might have to come back in the Summer to enjoy the outdoor space and waterfront. ##### Benjamin Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, good emenities, good location. Awesome ##### Chad Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gayle 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super convenient location, amazing view of the river, clean & cozy room with lots of amenities. Would absolutely stay here again & will definitely recommend to others! ##### Gayle Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 8 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cozy, clean and comfy! Check-in was seamless as was checking out. Toiletries were appropriate and some condiments provided. Communication between the owner was responsive and polite. Would definitely recommend and return to stay here again. Big fan of the stickers! ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celina 3 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room ##### Celina Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room ##### Dan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect location to explore around Lake Cowichan, tube the river, or just enjoy the river out front. We loved our time here. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cb119669-370d-4e5d-9c35-3f1cbc9ca696-1752116643539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fd6c2623-d0e0-4bdb-aece-5a9d77c6eaca-1752116643051.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely apartment with shared garden and barbecue facilities. Particularly liked the small pontoon at the end of the garden where we could access the river and swim. ##### Ann Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monika 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, modern suite. Excellent location on the river and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Host was very responsive to my questions. ##### Monika Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/81ea7faf-8614-40f2-bcb3-c8873d09d55f-1749309267592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susan Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our first time to Vancouver Island and this location was perfect for my family of five. The proper was very clean and organized, comfortable beds, cool AC, and the dock on the river was our favourite spot. We will definitely be returning. ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thanks for An amazing experience. It felt like a home away from home!! I grew up in lake Cowichan and it was great to be able to show my family the sights and beaches and have an amazing place to come back to at the end of the day! We definitely plan on returning in the future!!! ##### Rob Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arthur 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Riverside view is amazing! Kitchen also has all necessary appliances which is great. The dock and surroundings are beautiful and quiet. ##### Arthur Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia 8 May 2025 Liked: Amenities We felt at home and relaxed. We enjoyed the BBQ, firepit and dock. Local pub and coffee shops were friendly. ##### Julia Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anas 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brayden 17 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean and nice ##### Brayden Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages offers a beautiful array of riverside accommodations equipped with everything you need for a short or extended stay. The rooms are spotless, comfortable, and efficiently designed, with plenty of fridge space and good cooking amenities (minus an oven). The property sits perfectly along the river, with a private dock for launching kayaks, small boats, or mooring a drift boat. Just above the water, a large fireplace throws great heat — an ideal spot for quiet evenings or sharing stories after a day outside. I stayed for two weeks in the fall, using the cottage as a home base for fly-fishing the Cowichan system. It’s an ideal hub for self-guided anglers, offering quick access to both lake and river, with opportunities for trout, coho, and steelhead in season. Mornings often started with coffee on the dock as the fog lifted off the river, and ended by the fire drying waders and reflecting on the day’s fish. Ed’s Coffee is right next door and perfect for a late-morning brew, with restaurants, shops, and a barber all within a five-minute walk. Between the comfortable cottages, convenient location, and accommodating hosts, Riverside by Cowichan Lake Cottages strikes a perfect balance between comfort and adventure — a cozy, peaceful base for those who live for time on the water. 10/10 stay. ##### Jacob Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celina 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms were super clean and had everything you needed from shower stuff to kitchen appliances! You can cook anything and feel at home. But outside path is very dark at night and the string lights are almost dead so they need to be changed so you don’t trip. ##### Celina Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Zerlina 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful time at Riverside by Cowichan lake cottages. Alisha & Matt have provided a beautiful retreat. We really appreciated all the little things that they have thought of. The staff were friendly and our cottage was clean and had lots of supplies. It’s nice to not have to worry about running out of toiletries. Our only complaint was that the bed is quite hard. We both felt a foam topper would make a world of a difference but that’s just our preference. It’s a beautiful community, lots of areas to explore. It was exactly what we were hoping for and we hope to return in the near future. ##### Zerlina Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 25 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a very comfortable and cozy cabin. I would stay here again. ##### Edward Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan 7 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was warm and cozy. Very clean and we liked that there is a decent sized fridge and freezer. It had everything you'd need to cook a meal in the unit ##### Ryan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, great access to the river, restaurants in walking distance, clean rooms with great AC! Would stay again ##### Taylor Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The perfect quaint spot. 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