Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Shawnigan Lake

Insanely beautiful property!! The attention to detail in the home decor is impeccable and the private outdoor space makes it totally worth the cost. The river access is just stunning — I enjoyed my coffee in a hammock beside the water and saw deer come out to drink, it was unreal! It’s wild that you’re in a neighborhood near other homes but you feel completely isolated. The nearby highway noise didn’t bother us at all. We had one small issue with the heat register making a bothersome noise but the owner was quick to help and we overall had a really lovely stay. Highly recommend!

Tiffany was a wonderful host. Her home was clean, peaceful, and the trees were filled with songbirds. There was even a family of deer that stopped by daily. Great private location. We would love to stay here again.

Priceless views and amazing architecture are showpieces of this magnificent home that combines coziness, elegance, comfort and rustic charm. We’ve stayed at many airbnbs, but this one is a new favorite. It’s an ideal getaway for the whole family; plus it’s close to interesting hikes and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked for eating at home. We didn’t enjoy the taste of the well water, but bought drinking water at Tru Value. Carley was very responsive and helpful throughout. We would love to come back in the summer.

Was a great spot for a stay in Sooke!

We had a lovely stay. The place was clean cozy and had a spectacular view. A well stocked kitchen and nice extras like binoculars and a lending library. The host gave clear directions and instructions.. Would definitely recommend

Excellent stay here! Private everything, no shared spaces except driveway. *note: Driveway is Not flat, it's quite slanted/FYI. Kitchen is GREAT if you like cooking, LOVED gas range/gas oven, only missing a Glass dish for oven/chicken/baking. Plenty of utensils, didn't really cook a ton so can't think of anything 'missing' TERRIFIC laundry on-site, just didn't see it at first, it's behind the closet door in the foyer. Shower/bathroom is Great! Has "rain" shower heads over your head, Handy soap/shampoo/conditioner etc on a corner rack so if you forget to bring, no worries ! Counter space is good. Lighting is good. This space was built into the rear space behind garage and butts up to a rock wall at the bedroom/bathroom. Daylight comes through but the only outdoor view is living room/patio. Patio has table and 4 chairs. Only negative would be the dull thud pitter patter of a 3 yr old running around ;-) very understandable, but mostly between 3pm/4pm and 7pm-ish. Overall, a terrific stay!

We loved the location, it was better than the description, the host gave us a detailed information of whatever we needed to know, I would definitely recommend this place. It is a piece of heaven. Two local pubs and cafes, what worked so good for us were the chargers for our electric cars. The view was extraordinary.

This was the second time we stayed at the Haidaway each stay was for a full month. Clearly we love it there, lovely accommodation in a super location. We did lots of hiking and sightseeing. Five stars all the way!

This place was GORGEOUS. The layout of the house is so nice and big. Perfect for our trip. My husband and I traveled with our medium/large dogs and a friend and we never felt on top of each other. The kitchen and dining room were huge! They had everything possible to cook with. We thought we’d be eating out for our three night stay but ended up cooking two of the nights! The backyard is magical. Hummingbirds galore. The pond provides beautiful sounds all day. Beds were comfy and pillows weren’t stiff. The hot tub was a dream. Felt like a resort. This place is a real gem. We already booked another stay!

We had a lovely stay at Billie’s place while visiting Salt Spring for a soccer tournament, and for our first trip with our new puppy! The place was very clean, lots of space, the kitchen had a large fridge and freezer for our snacks, and the bed was extremely comfortable. I even okayed the piano for the first time in years there! We enjoyed having a mudroom to take our boots/cleats/shoes off in and wipe our puppy’s paws before going inside. There’s also a nice lawn in front where we could play with the pup and it was walking distance from the local cidery. Overall it felt like our home away from home during our busy weekend visit.

Our family of 8 felt right at home. Everyone having a king bed was very helpful. Kitchen was very well stocked for cooking. Sean answered back any inquiries quite quickly. We highly recommend Sean’s place.

My girlfriend and I chose Denise’s condo for a girls weekend get away. The location is absolutely stunning and SO peaceful. The condo was well stocked, clean and the beds were very comfortable. Denise was friendly and quick to respond to any of our questions. Excellent value for a beautiful property. Thank you Denise, we will definitely be back!!

Absolutely beautiful view and lots of thing to keep you busy inside. Hosts were very welcoming and responsive

Incredible stay that exceeded our expectations in all ways. Miriam was kind, prompt, and accommodated our special requests. Sad we can’t stay here again. Thank you!

Great place to gather the family under one roof. 10/10 would stay again House was well equipped with everything you could need but forgot to pack

Pat's place is awesome. We, a family of four - two adults and two kids (one is at teen age and another one is younger), spent a great long weekend there. Bright, cozy condo with great view from almost any window. It fits all of us, has a nice kitchen with everything you need for your stay. Heated pool with a hot tub, which we and kids enjoyed, just downstairs. The Bay is very good for paddle boarding. We did twice over our stay. If tide is low, you can reach a tiny island where you can find lots of purple and orange sea stars, crabs, and oysters. Ladysmith and Nanaimo suggest great dinner options. Nanaimo also has a nice walkable Marina merging into Maffeo Sutton park. If you like hikes, we tried Extension Ridge Trail hike near Nanaimo and can strongly recommend it to anyone. Malahat Tower is a fun place to visit, just one hour of driving from "Inn of the Sea" resort, we've been there, and were not disappointed. Will definitely stay again at Pat's place.

Stayed here 2 nights and it was exactly what I hoped it would be. Spotless linens and super comfortable bed. Julia is a wonderful host who has a beautiful property. Would definitely book again.

The home was well-appointed and very comfortable. The host was extremely responsive when I posed questions and very willing to answer questions and accommodate my requests. It's a great location and we had a very enjoyable stay.

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at the red house. The hosts were extremely responsive. The place was perfect and there was extra little touches by the hosts e.g. fresh bread, jam, and local craft soda! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a perfect cozy weekend getaway!

The suite was easy to find and clean and cozy. Perfect for an overnight stay or a short stay. We will be happy to book again for our next visit in Shawnigan. Thanks.

Great location, very spacious and comfortable place. The patio and the grassy area are especially lovely! We had a very pleasant stay, highly recommended.

What a wonderful place. House was bright and airy and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed and more. Lots of cupboard space in the bedrooms, comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen. We were 4 adults and there was tons of space for all of us. It was a great experience and although it was a bit of a drive into Victoria it was definitely worth it.

Lisa and Gary were great hosts and their property is beautiful, especially the yard and views of the harbour. The suite is small but well-equipped and very bright. The highlights for us were enjoying the views from the hot tub and meeting Calvin the dog. Highly recommend staying here!

We had an incredible stay at this beautiful lake-side cottage. The place is right on the lake with amazing views. The interior is super cozy, with comfy couches and beds. It's one of those places where you immediately feel at home. Our hosts were incredibly responsive, kind, and helpful. We would love to come again!