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Ski & Sauna Getaway | Cozy Off-Grid Cabin Near Larch Hills

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Exterior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior
Terrace/patio
Fireplace, books

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Mara, BC
  • Salmon Arm Golf Club
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Salmon Arm Wharf
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Mara Provincial Park
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ski & Sauna Getaway | Cozy Off-Grid Cabin Near Larch Hills

Your Private Forest Retreat in the Larch Hills
Wild Rose Cabin is nestled on 160 private wooded acres, overlooking the Shuswap River and North Okanagan Valley.
This off-grid, retreat is the perfect escape for couples, small families, and nature lovers who crave peace, privacy, and direct access to nature.

Just 25 minutes from Salmon Arm and 10 minutes from the Larch Hills Nordic ski trails, this cozy, rustic cabin combines natural beauty with thoughtful, off-grid comforts like propane lighting, clean drinking water, and a private wood-fired sauna (fee applies).

Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom (main floor): 1 King-sized bed
• Living area: 1 Double futon

All beds come with cozy duvets, cotton sheets, and pillows.

Kitchen & Dining
• Apartment-size propane oven/stove top
• Small fridge/freezer
• All dishes, cookware, utensils, and glassware for 4 guests
• Salt, pepper, and a selection of herbal teas
• French press, stovetop kettle, and percolator
• Indoor dining table and outdoor screened-in deck

Comfort & Amenities
• Wood stove for heating (firewood included)
• Private wood-fired sauna (fee: $30)
• Private camp shower and outhouse
• Screened-in covered deck with outdoor furniture
• Campfire pit (wood available for $20)
• BBQ grill
• Board games, books & magazines
• Access to 14+ km of onsite forest trails
• Pet-friendly (fee: $25 per pet)
• Onsite dogs live on the property
• Smoke & CO detectors, fire extinguisher

Nature & Nearby Activities
Onsite:
• Explore our maintained walking and snowshoe trails
• Bird watching & nature photography
• Unwind in the private woodland sauna
• Browse our small woodland boutique
• Stargazing, campfires & relaxing in the woods

Nearby:
• Larch Hills Nordic Trails – 50+ km of groomed trails
• Larch Hills Winery – Wine tasting with a view
• Enderby Cliffs – Popular hike with amazing views
• Farmer John’s (Grindrod) – Local goods & ice cream
• Starlight Drive-In (Enderby) – Outdoor cinema
• Farmers Markets – Enderby (Fri), Salmon Arm (Sat)
• Caravan Farm Theatre – Outdoor live performances
• Cardiff Miller Art Warehouse – Immersive art exhibits
• Small Axe Roadhouse – Food & live music
• Shuswap River Beaches – Enderby & Grindrod

What to Bring
• Groceries including coffee and cooking oil
• Personal toiletries
• Slippers & warm layers
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Bug spray (spring/summer)
• Hiking/snowshoe gear (rentals available at John’s Ski Shack)
• Bird ID app (e.g., Merlin)
• Cash for boutique or firewood

Good to Know
• No electricity or plumbing – Off-grid with propane appliances + clean water in 5-gallon jugs
• Cabin is heated by wood – Firewood provided
• Sauna and firewood for fire pit are optional add-ons:
  • Sauna fee: $30
  • Fire pit wood: $20
• Let us know ahead of time if you'd like to add either
• Sauna may be unavailable during summer fire bans
• 4WD recommended in winter

Pet Policy
Well-behaved pets are welcome with a $25 per pet fee. Please note, dogs live on the property. Let us know if you’re bringing a pet in your booking message.

Escape the grid and reconnect with nature at Wild Rose Cabin—your cozy, stylish base for forest adventures, peaceful nights, and fireside relaxation.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Mara Meadows Provincial Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchenette and a fireplace in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchenette, a fireplace and a balcony
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Mara Meadows Provincial Park and 10 minutes from Upper Violet Creek Provincial Park
Ski & Sauna Getaway | Cozy Off-Grid Cabin Near Larch Hills offers its guests a sauna. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Mara cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear

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

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number PM567114435

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wild Rose Cabin Glamping Larch Hills 10 min fro XC ski Trails
Wild Rose Cabin ~ Private Cabin in the Woods
Wild Rose Cabin ~ 10 min from Larch Hills Xcountry ski trails