Goat River Lookout
Kootenay Rockies, Erickson Vacation Rental
My Rating:
Hot TubFireplace/StovePet FriendlyLaundryInternetDock Accommodates:Comf. 6 Max 8
Solitude and tranquility await you at Goat River Lookout. The Goat River is about 100 feet from the house and fronts the entire south-southeast border of the 7.5 acres and curves into rapids at the end of the lawn. You can hear it rushing over the rocks from inside the house and all parts of the property. A 30 foot long, solar heated pool is built into the front deck facing the river. You can walk out to the deck and pool from the garden door in the master bedroom where a two-sided fireplace divides the room from the spacious bath. A large, modern island kitchen looks out over the dining room and into a huge living room. The bedrooms are fitted with 600 thread-count linens, fluffy hypoallergenic duvets and reading lamps on tables. All rooms in this house built in 1995, have vaulted ceilings and windows that view either the river or cedar shaded lawns. A rocky point on the far south of the property [which faces S/SE] has the perfect firepit for wiener roasts. You will feel like you are in the wilderness yet you are only minutes from the orchards, fruit stands and amenities of Creston.
The yard site is flat and is bordered by the river and forest, although the access to the property is hilly and steep.The southeast bank of the river valley rises steeply from the opposite shore and mountain tops are visible over the hills.
Goat River is very swift where it runs by the property into rapids. Swimming is not recommended in the river, but the fishing is excellent. The pool is at deck level [there are no guard rails]. The driveway is very steep and four-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicles are necessary in the winter.
Bed linens and bath towels provided, guests provide own beach towels.
If you have any questions about this property, please contact us.
Check-in time is not before 6:00 pm on the day of arrival and check-out time is no later than 11:00 am on the day of departure, thank you.
Facilities:
3 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms [one with toilet, sink, shower and soaker tub, this is an ensuite to the master bedroom and the other has toilet, sink and a tub/shower combo]; living room; separate dining room; there are two double sided wood burning fireplaces, one in the master bedroom and one in the living/dining area [wood is supplied]; TV, VCR/DVD; telephone [local calls only], no internet; in-floor radiant heating; full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave; washer/dryer [please bring own laundry soap];Sleeping:
The Master bedroom has a king size bed, the 2nd bedroom has a queen size bed, and the living room has a double couch bed. A third bedroom has a double bed as well as a large twin mattress stored under the frame. There is full bedding for the 4 beds provided. Other Amenities:
Solar heated swimming pool, 4' deep all the way around [4 lawn chairs, 2 pool loungers, boogie boards and water volleyball game are provided], there is a charcoal BBQ, but no briquettes provided.
In the Area:
- Creston Gulf Club 250-428-5515,
- Wildlife Center 250-428-3260,
- Columbia Brewery Tour,
- and our favourite stop, the Chocolate Orchard 250-428-7067.
- Kootenay Lake is about 25 KM distance.
- The closest skiing is Whitewater Ski Resort in Nelson or the Salmo Ski Hill in Salmo.
- Snowmobile trails may be accessed by calling Kokanee Snowmobile Club at 250-402-6615 or 428-2248.
- The grocery store, combined with a pharmacy is Extra Foods 6.4 KM.
- There are many fruit and vegetable stands in the summer along the highway
- There is a convenience store and fruit stand at Mountain View Park resort 1.6 KM from the house
- Pharmasave in Creston
- Churches: All denominations can be found in Canyon, Erickson and Creston
- Medical care is located in Creston @ Creston Valley Hospital 7.2 KM
- Restaurants: Dairy Queen, A&W, Panago and various private restaurants 6.5 km
- Pubs: Jimmy's Pub and Grill , Kokanee Cove Neighbourhood Pub
- Skimmerhorn Winery and Vineyard with bistro
Services that are highly recommended: Blueberry Patch Country Market, The Chocolate Orchard, Crawford Bay Artisans on Kootenay Lake, Creston Valley Bakery--with an awesome deli.
Children:
The owner of Goat River Lookout welcomes children of all ages, please use caution and supervision regarding the river.
Rates:
$1000/wkRates are subject to the following:
- 12% Harmonized Sales Tax [HST]
- If you choose the option of paying by credit card, 3% credit card fee only applies to amounts charged to your card
- $42 booking fee
Damage Deposit:
$600Guest Comments:
Airdre, AB: ..."This is such a beautiful property! We loved just sitting down by the river...We will not think twice about whether or not to come again! We already have next year’s trip planned!"...Weyburn, SK: ..."It was so relaxing to sit in the shade listening to the rushing river."...
Regina, SK: ..."Gold panning in the river was an adventure!"...
Edmonton, AB: ..."Had a wonderful time-great pool!"...
Nipawin, SK: ..."Your setting here is so perfect—no wonder you fell in love with this riverside paradise!"...
Calgary, AB: ..."This is a really great place for a holiday for children and adults alike."...
Red Deer, AB: ..."We had a glorious week! Thank you for sharing God’s blessing with us!"...
Edmonton, AB: ..."The location is just amazing! We marvelled every day at God’s handiwork."...
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