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A white house with a green roof, a porch with outdoor furniture, and a fire pit in the foreground. - Private Cottage (Alberta)
A dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and appliances, and large windows offering a view of trees and a lake. - Private Cottage (Alberta)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors. - Private Cottage (Alberta)
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and a large window. - Private Cottage (Alberta)
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf. - Private Cottage (Alberta)
Nestled on the shores of Ghost River, this private cottage offers a serene retreat with an outdoor hot tub overlooking the majestic Rocky Mountains. Unwind in the cozy living room or enjoy winter activities like pond skating, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Private Cottage

  • This Private cottage fronting onto the Ghost River with a kitchen and dining room, living room and a outdoor hot tub with great views of the Ghost Lake and Rocky Mountains. Plenty to do around this property with pond skating, ice fishing, cross country skiing and play grounds etc.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Ghost Lake, this villa is in the mountains and on a lake. Brewster's Kananaskis Ranch Golf Course and Water Valley Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park and Big Hill Springs Provincial Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cochrane Arena or Tsuu T'ina Rodeo Grounds. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Ghost Lake travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sign for Catania Amusement Park with a roller coaster in the background.
    Calaway Park
    36 min drive - 47.5 km
  • A panoramic view of a town with a large green park, a river, and a distant city skyline.
    Canada Olympic Park
    41 min drive - 54.1 km
  • A sign for the University of Calgary, a grassy area, trees, and a bus in the background.
    University of Calgary
    47 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Ghost Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ghost Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Quiznos
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this villa is steps from Ghost Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Bow River. Cochrane Arena is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

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Private Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Very Good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really loved this place! It was just right for our big family during the new years! The location was amazing and views were spectacular! Just right by Ghost Lake! Leanne was very helpful with thing even after check out! Already talking about booking it during Summers!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Canada Vacation

The house was in a perfect location; half way between Calgary and Banff. Ghost lake was beautiful and we swam daily. The wildlife around house was awesome!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely base for Banff

A lovely location w responsive host. A great base for seeing the area. One of the beds lacked cushioning so we made do with the others but overall accommodated our party of 12. We could not find the sofa bed. We enjoyed the hot tub and the wildlife in back yard. It was just a few steps to the lake from the great fire ring. Showers could have been cleaner, noted a bit of mold. The house had seen a lot of visitors prior to our party and we let the host know of damage we found. We appreciated the use of the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darla D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding 2023

This property met the needs of our family very well. There was ample room for everyone and the multiple bathrooms made getting ready to attend a wedding easy. The property is starting to show wear and should be taken care of as the issues arise. There is some wall damage that hasnt been fixed. Outside lighting that has been removed but wires still hanging. Hot tub cover is in pretty rough shape. None of these things impacted our stay but were a surprise at such a nice place. Was quite disappointed in the cleaning, beds and bathrooms were great, however windows were awful and the white doors and furniture were grubby in high traffic areas. There was some stuff that should be there - iron, ironing board, dish towels, drinking glasses, more table cutlery, sleeps 14 but had towels for 6, and alarm code and password were not provided until we had an alarm. Really would love to give this a better overall rating and recommend this place, but it does have a few issues, that can be easily remedied. We would totally rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, great VRBO

This property was gorgeous, walking distance to water, had tons of bedrooms and outdoor space and a big kitchen and deck. W
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property is quite nice, though quite overgrown since the photos were taken. The dock is no longer in place, though there are photos of it in the listing. The property did not have enough of the following items: cups, forks/knives and outdoor chairs for the number of guests that the property sleeps. Overall we did enjoy our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Avery S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Private Location with Lakeview

Beautiful property with hot tub, giant firepit, lakeview and responsive hosts. Nine of us stayed here for a girl's weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The layout is very spacious with lots of light and the property was private and easy to get to. The basement is a bit of an odd use of space and could use some cozying-up. Overall, we had a positive experience and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

JoAnn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It needs lots of repair. Outlets don't work, toilet doesn't flush, mold growing on ceiling of shower, hot tub doesn't work, windows need repair, 3 of the beds are awful with steel bars running under them. Need light in shower and the driveway is in need of repair. If this property doesn't recieve repairs there will be snow drifts across the floors as window is broken in kitchen. It was clean and washer and dryer worked well, the location was wonderful, enjoyed ghost lake and the beautiful wild flowers & wild life.
This is a hot tub that can't be used because you would not get cover back on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
There were eight of us staying at the property. The furniture is very sparse, old, stained, and or broken. There is very little glassware and cutlery. On my first evening there, I had to eat my steak dinner with a spoon. There were only wine glasses and coffee cups, no other kind of glassware. Only 4 outside chairs, no patio table, except for a small, fold-up table. The hot tub had not been cleaned in a long time, so we could not use it. This is our 8 year of renting VRBOs all over BC and Alberta, and it was the worst experience to date. Especially for the money they charge, I would expect more. Do Not Book! the attached image sums it up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Miriam N.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great location but property needs attention

This home is in a wonderful location but has seen better days. We were very disappointed to have arrived to a poorly stocked kitchen with dirty dishes that were put away in the cupboards and drawers, and old pots and pans with non-stick surfaces full of damage and scratches. There is black mould on the ceiling of the basement shower and glass in windows and doors repaired with tape. The kitchen has an adequate supply of wine glasses and mugs, but only one water glass. We came to stay with a party of 9 people and there were only 6 bath towels, two hand towels, and one kitchen towel provided and not even enough forks for all. On a hot day the kitchen is 35 degrees with full sun because it has beautiful, huge south facing windows but no window coverings. So eating supper in that kitchen required hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Finally, although the description and photos imply there is an outdoor table and chairs on the deck there is not.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wrong Address

I would rate the property as 10 plus absolutely gorgeous. A couple of minor things like would have helped liked towels and tee towels, a shovel , wood and we couldn't find the bedding. but the most difficult part of the trip was that we were in Cochrane and put in the address given to us which took us an hour away form the property ended up on dangerous roads in the middle of nowhere. We were surprised where the gps was taking us but we didn't know where we were going as we hadnt been there before., and sometimes location addresses might be Ghost lake but the property could be somewhere else. It6 was very distressing and took a lot of time off of our time at the beautiful property . All of us are over 60 and one person has recently had a a heart attack. This confusion stressed everyone. I would like for us to be compensated for this in some way. We left the property in pristine condition, I appreciate that i was given all the information I aske for by Leanne and Jason was also helpful but this was not great o be taken to the wrong place .on deeply snow covered mountain rd. Please let me know.. With appreciation and trepidation Shawn Hohendorff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

marv z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perplexed

Great location and wonderful views. There is a BBQ grill - if you plan to use it you are expected to bring your own propane. We had a group of 13....but only 2 towels provided per bathroom (6 towels). The kitchen didn't have any tea towels for drying dishes. I'd rate the venue at 3.5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calaway getaway

Beautiful location along the river. And only a half hour from Calaway park. The hot tub was clean and nice to get back to after a long hot day. House was a little too warm, but the basement had lots of room and was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024