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"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake!

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A dock with boats and a covered seating area overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
A playhouse with a basketball hoop, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A pathway leading to a traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck and a stone pathway.
A living room with a fireplace, a glass coffee table, and a sofa set.
A deck with a sofa, lounge chairs, and a covered area with a view of boats and a lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $303
$263 nightly
$303 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

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Port Alberni, BC
  • Place, Sproat Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Grove
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Hole In The Wall
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley)
    ‪119 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Alberni

Located in Port Alberni, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Sproat Lake and Sproat Lake Petroglyphs. .This beach cottage is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Vancouver Island Soaring Centre and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Stirling Off-leash Dog Park.
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What's nearby

  • Sproat Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alberni Pacific Railway - 21 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Cathedral Grove - 31 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Hole In The Wall - 32 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • MacMillan Provincial Park - 40 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverbend General Store and Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Bakeshop and Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Spice7 Authentic East Indian Restaurant & Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Bombers Cafe and Creperie - ‬22 min drive

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 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

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
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Inquiry before

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 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

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"The Guest House" on beautiful Sproat Lake! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place with all we needed. A family Paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

June W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful forested location with lovely lake and mountain views. Lake temperature was warm in early June! Guest house was excellent, well stocked and cozy. Hosts are very kind and helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely beautiful! Clean, spacious and had everything that we needed and more! Great communication with the owners. They were very helpful with all of our questions regarding things to do locally. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Guest House was perfect for us. Nice and quiet, and had everything we needed and more. Thank you Martin and Janis for being so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at Janis and Martin's beautiful guest house on the lake. The house was spotless and so well-equipped - there was nothing else we needed or wanted. The beds were really comfortable and the use of the canoe was a huge bonus, especially as we were blessed with such beautiful weather! Thank you Martin and Janis for your kindness and hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far the best rental I’ve ever stayed at! Janis has meticulously thought of everything to make your stay so much easier. A beyond fully equipped kitchen, ample towels, laundry rack, and amenities, paddle boards and canoes, lifejackets, etc. I can go on and on. Janice welcomed us upon arrival and gave us a quick tour. It was an absolute pleasure staying at the Guest House.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, Martin showed us everything. The house was so well stocked with all the little things that you could ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LARRY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property with lake access from the VRBO (swimming, canoe, towels,etc) dock that you share with the host family, who is in the BEAUTIFUL main house. The place is the best stocked VRBO on earth! The hosts are beyond wonderful…available, responsive and friendly…but give you your privacy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fabulous stay. Janis was friendly, helpful and a gracious host. Property had so many amenities and house had everything needed for a stay. There was lots of room and hosts provide so many helpful items. My only regret is we didn’t stay longer and take advantage of all the wonderful things we had at our disposal. Would recommend to anyone staying in the area. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

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

Sprout Lake excellence

We were in Port Alberni for a function that took up most of our time there which meant we didn't have enough time at the lake. We will definitely stay again if we have the chance to be back in the valley. We would have loved to spend more time in the lake and relaxing at the dock. Thanks Martin for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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