House in Bowen Island, BC

Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ

Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ

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30 ft of waterfront views looking over Howe Sound.
Now with a fireplace insert that will keep you toasty: October - April.
We supply your evening fire October - April.
Wood burning Fireplace Oct - April for romantic winter nights. PLUS 55' Smart TV
Waterfront living room with multiple seating - spacious & bright!!!

Overview of Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Bowen Island, BC
  • Popular LocationBowen Island Historians Museum5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKillarney Lake11 min drive
  • Popular LocationKillarney Lake Viewpoint11 min drive
  • AirportPitt Meadows, BC (YPK)85 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Quiet Trailside bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Seaside bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ

RENOVATED~~~Kitchen, Entry, Bathroom, and Decks

The LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY accommodates 2 to 4 guests. There are 2 BEDROOMS each with QUEEN BEDS.

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DO YOU HAVE 5 - 6 GUESTS? Look at our VRBO listing #901076
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The LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY is an INVITING MEDIUM HIGH BANK WATERFRONT cottage /duplex home with a Spectacular southerly View of the Coastal Mountains, Shipping Lanes, and Vancouver BC. Beach access is 1 minute down the trail with a summertime Swimming Dock.

Enter the NEWLY RENOVATED LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY to a breathtaking Ocean view through 30’ of glass. This DOG-Friendly, Professionally Designed, 1200 sq’ home has 2 Bedrooms with 1 Bathroom. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests.

The LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY is the self-contained, top floor of the duplex, and separate from the LAZY B WATERFRONT SUITE. All entrances, decks, and interior spaces are private.

NEW HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATION SYSTEM. Come and enjoy our oxygen-rich fresh air circulating throughout the house…We LOVE Fresh and clean Island air inside and out. We think you will too!!

BEDROOM #1
The Spacious Waterfront Bedroom has a NEW Stearns and Foster Plush Queen bed with Fine Linens, Flat screen TV with cable connection and a Picturesque Ocean view.

BEDROOM #2
The Private Trailside Bedroom has a comfy Queen bed, Flat Screen TV, Sitting Room and Private deck with Ocean View. Another Stunning View is enjoyed from the sitting room opening out to a Private Deck equipped with chairs…perfect for your morning coffee.

DO YOU HAVE ACTIVE YOUNG CHILDREN?
If yes, the Lazy Bowen Hideaway may not be the best choice for your family. Although we have 2 options for you:
Option #1) Rent the Whole House VRBO #901076. This way you will have the freedom for the kids to make all the noise they want. We highly recommend renting the Whole House so everyone can enjoy their stay.
Option #2) Contain your children so they do not make excessive footfall noise by running, jumping tapping, bouncing balls, etc across the floor. These noises sound like a drum and will disturb the Lazy B Waterfront Suite guests that are in the lower rental.

SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM
The Large living room, 27’x 27’, has 3 separate sitting areas: Watch the High Definition 55” Smart TV with Cable connection, Relax and Read in one of our Comfort Zones, or Gaze out the Expansive Windows to view Eagles or Ferries going by.

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SPECIAL AWD or 4WD ACCESS ROAD / DRIVEWAY REQUIREMENTS - scroll down for details.
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OCCUPANCY IS MONITORED ~ Please note that we monitor occupancy with exterior surveillance cameras

CHILD POLICY
Do include your children in the guest count. With the exception of infants that are not yet walking, we do charge for all guests including children. Unlike simple hotel rooms, we have complete homes with full kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, living & dining rooms to spotlessly clean. Our housekeepers do an excellent job of cleaning after each turnover to provide a thoroughly clean accommodation for the next guest, and this all takes additional time with additional guests. Plus all guests use bedding, water, towels, and other amenities.

PET-FRIENDLY (DOGs ONLY)
We do allow dogs - 2 maximum. $15 per dog per night.
Dogs must be under 80 lbs, non-droolers, 1 year or older,
(See pet policy in the rental agreement for more details)

VIDEO LIBRARY & GAMES
A large VHS Video library, Board games, and Puzzles are available for indoor activities. Or, with your Netflix account, sign in and watch your movie choice.

WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE INSERT
October – April we provide your romantic evening fire.

FREE WI-FI
To stay connected, we have FREE High-Speed Wireless Internet.

RENOVATED KITCHEN ~~~~
Open concept layout, all new cabinetry, gorgeous granite counters, and all new stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, convection oven, micro-convection oven, stainless fridge with filtered ice and water). Our kitchen also includes basics such as a coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, and family size skillet for morning pancakes.

NEW HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATION SYSTEM. Come and enjoy our oxygen-rich fresh air circulating throughout the house…We LOVE Fresh and clean Island air inside and out. We think you will too!!

NEWLY RENOVATED BATHROOM
The BATHROOM has heated floors, rain and hand held shower heads, bright lighting, Lush Towels, Hairdryer, and Shampoo & Conditioner

WASHER AND DRYER
The cottage is conveniently equipped with a Washer and Dryer.

ALL NEW WATERFRONT DECKS AND RAILINGS
The many levels of Decks invite you to enjoy the Sound of the Waves washing the beach while connecting with Nature. Take pleasure in Outdoor Dining for 6 or on our chaise lounges or easy chairs with ottomans. A Weber Propane BBQ is available for outdoor cooking on our NEW DINING DECK.

FREE PARKING @ THE LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY
FREE On-property Parking is provided for AWD vehicles. Free parking is available for 2 wheel drive vehicles at the top of our access road/driveway along Eagle Cliff Road.

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AWD or 4WD REQUIRED TO PARK ON PROPERTY
Parking on the property requires driving a short distance on Cleator Road:
~ it is steep in spots
~ it is made of loose gravel
~ it has 3 tight turns.
An all-wheel or 4-wheel drive vehicle the size of a Ford Explorer or smaller is required to drive Cleator Road, our access road/driveway. Or, you may choose to park your 2 wheel drive vehicle at the top of the road and take the 5-minute walk down to the cottage. Parking is free.

2WD VEHICLES ARE REQUIRED TO PARK AT THE TOP OF OUR DRIVEWAY ~ NO EXCEPTIONS

CLEATOR ROAD SHUTTLE SERVICE
If you drive a 2 wheel drive vehicle, we have an optional Cleator Road Shuttle service for your convenience. Our Shuttle Driver will drive your luggage down Cleator Road at Check-in and up Cleator Road at check-out. All arrangements must be made in advance. *Ask about the details. Fee: $40 *This service is dependent on our driver’s availability and may not be available for all requests.

DO YOU HAVE PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS? Please inquire about more details.

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The LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY Accommodates up to 4 guests. The main upper floor, LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY, is self-contained and privately situated from the ground floor, LAZY B WATERFRONT SUITE, VRBO #357305.

OCCUPANCY IS MONITORED - Please note that we monitor the occupancy of our property with exterior surveillance cameras.
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Do you have a larger group? View our listing #901076 for the WHOLE HOUSE = LAZY BOWEN HIDEAWAY PLUS THE LAZY B WATERFRONT SUITE
Listing #901076 accommodates up to 6 guests.


Property manager

Jan Stevens
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Children are charged a guest fee

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs are allowed on approval: breed, age, weight

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our property is a Non smoking property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 00000527

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bowen Island

Located in Bowen Island, this cottage is on the beach. Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stanley Park. Whytecliff Lookout Point and Dundarave Pier are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bowen Island Historians Museum - 5 min drive
  • Crippen Park - 7 min drive
  • Coastal Patterns Gallery - 10 min drive
  • Killarney Lake - 11 min drive
  • Killarney Lake Viewpoint - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Vancouver Waterfront Station - 61 min drive
  • Vancouver, BC (CXH-Vancouver Harbour Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Troller Ale House - 42 min drive
  • Blenz Coffee - 42 min drive
  • Starbucks - 42 min drive
  • Forecast Coffee - 46 min drive
  • Olive & Anchor - 42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront~Beach~Panoramic Sea Views~New Kitchen~Lrg Sunny Seaside decks~BBQ located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bowen Island cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bowen Island Historians Museum, Crippen Park and Killarney Lake. Killarney Lake Viewpoint is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay at the Lazy Bowen
My wife and I stayed at Jan's property over our Thanksgiving break. We can't recommend this place enough. The views were spectacular (and well worth the treacherous drive up and down the road) and the kitchen was well stocked for the Thanksgiving feast we made. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Great location, all the amenities. Amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & Fun
We loved our stay here. 2 friends who needed a getaway. The home was lovely, the beds & bedding very comfortable and the view beautiful. We enjoyed the walk to/from our car (we didn't have a 4 wheel drive) -- it was worth it to stay in this location. The weather was unusually warm and the ceiling fans were awesome. The neighborhood and the folks below us were all very quiet. We loved our stay and we'll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Kingwell l., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love our stay
This was our 4th time at this cabin and as always we had a wonderful stay. Clean, cozy, comfortable, incredible view.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Galina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place with fantastic view!
We have stayed in Lazy Bowen Hideaway for 4 nights, and liked it very much! Of course, its highlight is the fantastic view! No words, just WOW! The suite has two cozy bedrooms, spacious living room with charming vintage furniture, modern and fully equipped kitchen, terrace with BBQ and patio table. We love to have breakfast and lunch on the terrace! The drive to the house was manageable. The beach is 1 minute walk from the house. We found very useful all detailed instructions provided by Jan in the binder. Also, it was very interesting to read there about the owner family and the house history, which started from 1920! We had absolutely fantastic time exploring the island, hiking, swimming in the lake and ocean, walking around Killarney Lake, meditating with Opa Tree and in the Labyrinth, and absorbing all the beauty around! Jan, thank you for your hospitality, we look forward to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jan Stevens

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Jan Stevens was born to Canadian parents and raised in Seattle, Washington making her a dual Canadian / American citizen. While living in Washington state, she studied art and Interior Design at the University of Washington.

In 1982 she moved to Henderson, Nevada, where she designed one-of-a-kind interiors for hundreds of clients. Over 27 years ago, when her son was an infant, she established Jan Stevens Design and began her successful design business while working out of her house and being a "Mom" at the same time. Jan has designed stylish, comfortable, and gorgeous interiors for over 39 years and is now retired from the interior design profession. However, her natural talent continues to benefit her vacation home improvements.

Jan's creativity and organizational skills have led her to other entrepreneurial endeavors such as fundraising, graphic design, writing, and photography, as well as managing the Lazy Bowen Hideaway as a vacation rental.

Over the last 15 years, following her passion for Bowen's natural beauty, Jan began photographing the island's sunsets, landscapes, and flora; the photographs were gifts to friends and neighbors as calendars and note cards. With the encouragement of a good friend, Jan recently signed, framed, and displayed some of her best work at the Lazy Bowen Hideaway and Lazy B Waterfront Suite.

While Jan's permanent residence is in Henderson, Nevada, Jan stays on Bowen Island for 3-4 months of the year. The goal soon is to spend equal time between the sunny Southwest and the temperate rainforest of Bowen Island; this would be the best of both worlds.

Why they chose this property

Our Bowen Island cabin has been in the Stevens family since 1954. When our Aunt passed, we became the 2nd generation to own and care for this beautiful waterfront property. We have over 68 years of irreplaceable childhood memories of family time at the cabin: playing cards, board games, and swimming all day and night. It only makes sense to share this unique property with other families that will appreciate the many special qualities of Bowen Island: slow pace, safe environment, and spectacular waterfront setting, among a few. We are thrilled to create new family memories for our son and hope the Lazy Bowen Hideaway can be a part of your family history.

What makes this property unique

We love the comfort of our home (a priority for me that benefits all of our guests) while we sit and enjoy the panoramic water view from all angles of the property. Nature surrounds us and changes with the seasons, from vivid yellow Laburnum and forsythia to the rich evergreen of the fir and cedar trees. At the same time, we enjoy cruise ships and ferries sailing and hope to catch whales or other sea life swimming below the waterfront decks. But my favorite is seeing the Island Deer grazing on the blackberries and salal below the deck.
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