Title: Log cabin on the James River in Alberta Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Log cabin on the James River in Alberta ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54800000/54791300/54791233/e39d67f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54800000/54791300/54791233/6759ccec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54800000/54791300/54791233/94bb0f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54800000/54791300/54791233/2490b28b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54800000/54791300/54791233/2d538b85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Stark Ranch Canada Resort, nestled in the Canadian wilderness, offers a tranquil retreat overlooking the James River. Unwind in peace and quiet with your family and enjoy electrically heated comfort. With free WiFi, an outdoor firepit for cozy nights under the stars, seasonally maintained paths to explore nature trails along the river. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Log cabin on the James River in Alberta Our resort includes a log cabin and land that overlooks the James River. It is surrounded by trees in the Canadian wilderness. Enjoy a relaxing time in peace and quiet. Great for families who would like to escape the busy life while still in comfort. Bookings are based on double occupancy with a maximum of 4 people. $35/person/night for extra guests. Pets welcome with $65 fee per pet. Electrically heated with baseboard and in floor heat. Now with free WIFI ! The cabin is a large area with a bedroom, kitchen, full bathroom with a non odour composting toilet and claw foot tub with shower. The whole cabin is booked for each reservation and not shared with other guests. Guests have their own outdoor firepit. Firewood is available for purchase at booking or after check in. The resort includes seasonally maintained paths to the river as well as other paths. Stark Ranch Canada Resort is close to James River General Store, a convenience store (5 minute drive) as well as all services in the town of Sundre (15 minute drive) including a grocery store and the Sundre Golf Club. Burnstick lake is very popular and about 20 minutes away. Check with your carrier for cell reception. Television not available. Please, no early check-ins. No smoking inside or outside. The wood stove is not available for use at this time. The resort includes other rentable sites. All areas are private and secluded from each other and can access the James River. These include: A three bedroom house https://www.vrbo.com/1122513 A glamping tent https://www.vrbo.com/3566584 A Tent and RV site https://www.vrbo.com/4007024 We look forward to your arrival! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Firepit ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Absolutely no smoking inside or outside. ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Fire pit has been extinguished Oven is off, do not set heaters below 2 Counters wiped, floor swept or vacuumed Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Hello, we would love to have you up. Please take the time to read the house rules, information and cleanup procedures. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets must be leashed and controlled. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children must be supervised ### Events No events allowed Please contact for parties. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Absolutely no smoking inside or outside. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Please contact for parties. 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 and a first aid kit 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 is also known as Log Cabin on the James River in Alberta Cabin Log Cabin on the James River in Alberta Sundre Log Cabin on the James River in Alberta Cabin Sundre ## About the area [Visit our North America travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America.dx500001) [View more Cabin rentals in North America](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-America-Cabins.d500001-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.92707,-114.70393&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g%7B%7D%7BHpbb%7BT%3FY%3FW%3FY%3FY%40W%40Y%40W%40Y%40W%40YBY%40YBWBWBWBWBYBWDWDWBWDWDUDWFWDUDWFUFUFUFUFUFSFUHUFSHSHSHSHSHSHQHSJQHQJQHQJOJQJOJQJMLOJMJOLMJMLMJMLKLKLMLILKLILKNILILGLINGLGNGLENGLENENELCNENCLANCNANCNALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40NBN%40NBL%40NBNDLBNDNDLDNFNDLFLFNFLHLFLJNFLJLHLJLHLLLJLJJLLLJLLLJNJLLNJNJNJNJPJNHPJPHPJPHRHPHRHRHRHRHRFRHTFTFRFTFTFTFTFTDVDTFVDVDTDVBVDVDVBVBXBVBVBVBV%40X%40XBX%40V%40X%40V%40X%40V%3FX%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FXAXAXAVAXAVCXAVAXCVCXCVCVCVCVEXEVCTEVEVEVGVETETGVGTGTGTGRGTGTIRGTIRIRIRIRIRIPIRKPIPKNIRKNKNKPKLKPMLKNKNMLKJMLKLMJMLMJMJMJMHMHOHMHMHMFOFMHMFODOFMDODODMBOBODM%40OBO%40OBO%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOCOAOCMAOEOCMCOEOEMEOGMEOGMIOGMGMIMGOKMIMIMKMKMKMMMKKMMMKKMMKOKOMMKOKOKQKOKOISKOIQKQISIQISISISISISGUISGUGUGSGUGUGUGWEUEUGWEWEWEWCUEWEYCWCWCWCWCYCWAYCWAYAWAYAWAYAY%3FY%3FY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TgR9LTqLpHgaUyLO8neHCoZmeYI=) James River Bridge, AB ### What's nearby - Sundre and District Pioneer Village Museum - 28 min drive - 15.2 miles - Sundre Golf Club - 31 min drive - 16.8 miles - Sundre Red Deer Natural Area - 32 min drive - 17.5 miles - Kurt Browning Arena - 33 min drive - 20.5 miles - Coyote Creek Golf Club - 35 min drive - 17.9 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Log cabin on the James River in Alberta pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Log cabin on the James River in Alberta? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Log cabin on the James River in Alberta? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Log cabin on the James River in Alberta located? > Situated on a river, this cabin is within 16 miles (25 km) of Sundre and District Pioneer Village Museum, Sundre Golf Club and Sundre Red Deer Natural Area. Coyote Creek Golf Club and Church Of The Nazarene are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Log cabin on the James River in Alberta 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 80 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Excellent location, very peaceful and relaxing ##### Sean Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Moritz W. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place to be, beautiful cabin ##### Moritz W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dale P. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin in woods Nice quiet location just 15 min from Sundre. Great location to explore the beautiful West country. ##### Dale P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah V. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway This cabin is SO cute and I greatly enjoyed my stay. I was able to make nice meals in the kitchen and enjoy time outside. The host is very responsive and helped get my car started when it was extremely cold the day we left. I plan to come again! ##### Sarah V. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha M. 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very peaceful We needed a weekend out of the city and this was a perfect spot for that. ##### Samantha M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex G. 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely log cabin Excellent, cozy log cabin. Perfect for a short sabbatical. Would love to stay here again. ##### Alex G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cale R. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Great host, location and property! ##### Cale R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerry B. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rustic peace and quiet My wife and I have stayed at this VRBO before. The one room log cabin is well equipped with all the basics you need, clean, and cozy. Perfect for 2 people looking to get away from life's hustle and bustle. Daniel is a communicative and helpful host. A pleasure to deal with. We'll go back again . ##### Gerry B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karina L. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cabin Great spot for peace and quiet. I wasn’t able to take advantage of all the lovely amenities as I was in the area for work and shirt on time. But hope to do so next time. Thank you to the host for an easy check-in process and instructions at the property. ##### Karina L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick C. 24 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location So quiet, River was Amazing for pup plays, cabin is unreal, heated floors were a huge bonus!! Used this place for a central stay while I explored the Public Use Lands to the west. Will definitely come again!! Thank you guys so much !! ##### Rick C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April K. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent, Clean place to stay Wendy is a kind, friendly host who makes your needs priority. The cabin was clean, warm and welcoming. We loved the peaceful surroundings and lovely golden retriever, Charlie😉 would highly recommend staying at this place! ##### April K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brad B. 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cabin Nice cabin with all the creature comforts of home. Kitchen area is great for cooking. With a clean electric stove and oven. I will stay there again. I highly Recommend this for anyone whom appreciates the out doors. ##### Brad B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave G. 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Cabin for a Winter Retreat I was looking for a place to be by myself and relax. This is slightly off the beaten track and if you want to see stars at night, have peace and quiet yet still have connectivity this is the place. I was happily greeted by the host and answered the questions I had. I hope to return back again next winter for another retreat. ##### Dave G. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana L. 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Had a lovely relaxing time ##### Diana L. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leo M. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hi Nice clean and quiet. Enjoyed our stay ##### Leo M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monique Y B. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little log cabin next to farm and river We had a great stay. Loved the river so close by. View of farm out kitchen window. Everything was great. ##### Monique Y B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alexandria 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a perfect little cabin get away. I would recommend to anyone who wants a few cozy nights in. The river access is very pretty! ##### alexandria Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek W. 31 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway Very clean cabin, quiet area with lots wildlife to see. Host was great and courteous. ##### Derek W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette R. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place to disconnect I don't usually write reviews, but this stay was too nice not to share. A clean, well-maintained log cabin in lovely surroundings. Beautiful river walk. I had a lovely stay and truly felt like I got away from my busy life for a few days. ##### Annette R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michel R. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy log cabin I really enjoyed my stay at this log cabin. The cabin itself is very well equipped in terms of the various amenities. The bed is very comfortable, and everything was very clean. I'm someone that really enjoys a campfire, and the little grove where the firepit is located is perfect. 13/10, would rent again. ##### Michel R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria B. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect cabin Really nice cabin, small but comfortable. It has everything you need for your stay. Private location, very close to river. We spend most of our time by the river or by the fire pit. Big plus is close location to Calgary (less than 2 hours drive). ##### Maria B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda L. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint and relaxing Beautiful cabin on a beautiful property. Star gazing at night was incredible. We loved our weekend getaway. Great accommodation to bring our pet. ##### Rhonda L. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheryl P. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Cabin & Relaxing surroundings This was one of the best equipped cabins my Partner and I have stayed in. Beautiful river & walking trails. Super quiet and peaceful. Owners were very kind and open to clear communication. I will be back. Thank you. ##### Sheryl P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dex R. 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Stay was great , property owner was very helpful and responsive really enjoyed the stay . ##### Dex R. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### jerry a. 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in #### Cabin on james river Clean quiet comfortable but poor access to river ##### jerry a. 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