Kootenay Lake Glamping with Beach Access | Nelson, Canada

Vacation Rental in Nelson, British Columbia

7 guests • 3 bedrooms • 14 beds • 1 bathroom

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This is a private Kootenay Lake glamping stay designed for guests who want the ease of a prepared outdoor retreat with the feel of a true lakefront camping experience. The site brings together furnished canvas tents, a retro Airstream feature, outdoor cooking, beach access, lake views, forest surroundings, and simple comforts that make it easy to settle in and enjoy the Kootenays without packing an entire campsite.

The accommodations are set up for relaxed outdoor living. Guests can enjoy furnished sleeping spaces, linens, towels, beach essentials, wifi, parking, a flushing toilet, hot shower, outdoor kitchen, BBQ area, fire pit, outdoor seating, and dining space. The setup is ideal for lake days, slow mornings, meals outside, evening fires, and a comfortable place to return to after exploring Nelson and the North Shore.

The lakefront setting is one of the main features. Guests have access to the beach area, with beach furniture, space to relax by the water, and paddle boards available for enjoying Kootenay Lake. The beach is a natural gathering place for swimming, lounging, paddling, reading, or spending the afternoon with family and friends. A beach BBQ setup makes it easy to keep the day simple and stay close to the water.

The outdoor kitchen is arranged for easy camp meals and casual cooking. Guests have access to cooking basics, coffee supplies, dishes, BBQ, gas cooktop, mini fridge, microwave access, and outdoor dining space. The goal is to make the stay feel simple and ready to use: coffee in the morning, lake time through the day, dinner outside, and a fire in the evening when conditions allow.

This is a nature-forward stay, not a standard hotel room or ordinary campground. The property has a real outdoor Kootenay feel, with forest, lake, wildlife, fresh air, open sky, and changing weather all part of the experience. Guests may see deer, birds, bears, and other wildlife in the area. Food and garbage should be kept put away, and the site should be treated like forest camping.

Hospitality is flexible and guest-focused. The stay is designed to feel private and easy, with support available when needed. Firewood, garbage pickup, fresh towels or linens, local tips, and basic site assistance may be available by request. Guests who want help can ask, and guests who prefer a quiet, private stay can simply settle in and enjoy the property.

The views and location are a major part of the appeal. Foxfire offers Kootenay Lake scenery, forested surroundings, beach access, mountain air, and a quiet outdoor setting just a short drive from Nelson. It feels tucked away, but remains close enough for groceries, cafés, restaurants, shops, and supplies.

Nearby must-see stops include Nelson’s Baker Street for cafés, restaurants, shops, and local character; Ainsworth Hot Springs for hot pools, cave pools, and lake views; Kokanee Mountain Zipline for a forest canopy adventure; Crawford Bay for artisan shops and a slower Kootenay Lake pace; and Kaslo for a scenic lake-town drive, waterfront walks, cafés, shops, and the S.S. Moyie historic site.

This is best for guests looking for an easy, breezy camping experience with more comfort and less hassle: prepared sleeping spaces, outdoor cooking, beach furniture, paddle boards, lake access, fire pit, hot shower, flush toilet, and enough amenities to relax properly. It is a place for beach days, outdoor meals, quiet mornings, firelit evenings, and a memorable Kootenay Lake stay. Scenic Glamping Retreat with Private Lakefront Beach near Nelson, British Columbia

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1

3 King-size beds, 2 Twin/Single beds

Bedroom 2

2 King-size beds, 1 Queen-size bed, 2 Twin/Single beds

Bedroom 1

3 King-size beds, 2 Twin/Single beds

Bedroom 2

2 King-size beds, 1 Queen-size bed, 2 Twin/Single beds

Bedroom 3

2 King-size beds, 1 Double bed, 1 Twin/Single bed

Features and services

Most popular features

Pets allowed
Wi-Fi/Internet
Hiking
River, stream or creek
Swimming
Fishing
Lake
Beach
Forest
Mountain
Wildlife watching
Parking
Smoking allowed
Parties allowed
Open fires allowed
Electricity
Water
Infants allowed

Where you will stay

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Nelson, British Columbia

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Scenic views

Beach
Mountain
Forest
Lake
River, stream or creek
Hot springs

Private beach access, Kootenay Lake views, forested surroundings, wildlife, swimming, paddling, fishing, hiking, biking, nearby parks, Nelson, Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, and scenic lake drives.

Nelson, British Columbia

Detailed location provided after booking

Terrain

Beach
Mountain
Forest
Lake
River, stream or creek
Hot springs

Additional Info

Private beach access, Kootenay Lake views, forested surroundings, wildlife, swimming, paddling, fishing, hiking, biking, nearby parks, Nelson, Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, and scenic lake drives.

Activities near Nelson

Swimming
Hiking
Water sports
Biking
Kayaking/Canoeing
Climbing
Fishing
Boating/Sailing
Wildlife watching

Swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, boating, hiking, biking, golfing, tennis, wildlife watching, hot springs, ziplining, cafés, markets, and scenic lake drives are all nearby.

Swimming
Hiking
Water sports
Biking
Kayaking/Canoeing
Climbing
Fishing
Boating/Sailing
Wildlife watching

Swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, boating, hiking, biking, golfing, tennis, wildlife watching, hot springs, ziplining, cafés, markets, and scenic lake drives are all nearby.

Scenic Glamping Retreat with Private Lakefront Beach near Nelson, British Columbia

Vacation Rental in Nelson, British Columbia

7 guests • 3 bedrooms • 14 beds • 1 bathroom

Where you'll sleep

Features and services

Most popular features

Pets allowed

Wi-Fi/Internet

Hiking

River, stream or creek

Swimming

Fishing

Lake

Beach

Forest

Mountain

Wildlife watching

Parking

Smoking allowed

Parties allowed

Open fires allowed

Electricity

Water

Infants allowed

Where you will stay

Get in touch to book your luxury camping rental

Nelson, British Columbia

Scenic views

Beach

Mountain

Forest

Lake

River, stream or creek

Hot springs

Activities near Nelson

Swimming

Hiking

Water sports

Biking

Kayaking/Canoeing

Climbing

Fishing

Boating/Sailing

Wildlife watching

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Arrival and departure

Check-in: From 03:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

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