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Great Slave Lakeside B&B
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Studio Suite
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Great Slave Lakeside B&B
Great Slave Lakeside B&B is a waterfront bed and breakfast located in the heart of Yellowknife's Old Town. Situated directly on Great Slave Lake, the studio suite is self contained, includes a private entrance and is ideal for a couple, 2 adults, 3 adults or young family of four. The suite offers lovely lake views and the beautiful Aurora Borealis. Backyard wildlife are common and include magpies, ravens, squirrels, muskrat & sometimes even marten and fox.
The private B&B studio suite is modern and bright with newly painted walls and beautiful hardwood floors. The suite is made up of three rooms: one large room that houses a king sized bed, queen sized sofa bed and living area. The kitchenette has a bar sized fridge/freezer, induction plates, toaster oven and microwave. Self-serve coffee and tea are provided in the unit as well as continental cold breakfast options for your enjoyment. The private bathroom has a claw foot tub and separate shower.
A west facing deck and sitting area allow for a beautiful midnight sun experience.
All amenities including linens, towels and bathroom toiletries are provided. Free WIFI is available and laundry facilities are available if needed (just ask).
Great Slave Lakeside B&B is very near to some of Yellowknife’s best restaurants and shops. For instance, a 10 minute walk will get you to Bullock’s Bistro, a unique restaurant that is famous for its Great Slave Lake fish and Weaver & Devore Trading Co. which has a great selection of winter gear including Canada Goose parkas. Also nearby, is the NWT Brewing Company which serves pub food and locally brewed beer. Down to Earth Gallery, which is next door to the brew pub, features beautiful jewelry, arts and crafts made by local artisans. Old Town Glassworks is a cooperative where you can learn to sandblast recycled glass and make your own unique souvenir gift whereas Just Furs features beautiful northern furs such as mink, beaver and rabbit; both are very close to our home. The Old Town is also very well-known for its colorful houseboat community and Pilot’s Monument which offers views of the city skyline, Great Slave Lake and northern landscape. In the summer, you can watch the float planes while dining on the deck of the Wildcat Café, Yellowknife’s first and most iconic restaurants in the North. In the winter, you can enjoy the Northern Lights and a dog sled ride from one of the local tour companies. Downtown Yellowknife is about a 10 minute drive or 25 minute walk and offers many other shops and restaurants.
We have wanted to open a B&B for some time. Blair and I were both born and raised in Yellowknife and sharing our community with others just feels natural. We have two children. We all enjoy spending time outdoors whether we are camping, fishing (summer and winter), snowmobiling, hiking, boating and swimming. The B&B suite is on the main floor of our home. We have included many activity and attraction brochures as part of our welcome package which you can read at your leisure or talk to one of us - we can answer your questions and give you some ideas of what to do while visiting. If you need anything during your stay, you can just ask as we are only moments away.
The private B&B studio suite is modern and bright with newly painted walls and beautiful hardwood floors. The suite is made up of three rooms: one large room that houses a king sized bed, queen sized sofa bed and living area. The kitchenette has a bar sized fridge/freezer, induction plates, toaster oven and microwave. Self-serve coffee and tea are provided in the unit as well as continental cold breakfast options for your enjoyment. The private bathroom has a claw foot tub and separate shower.
A west facing deck and sitting area allow for a beautiful midnight sun experience.
All amenities including linens, towels and bathroom toiletries are provided. Free WIFI is available and laundry facilities are available if needed (just ask).
Great Slave Lakeside B&B is very near to some of Yellowknife’s best restaurants and shops. For instance, a 10 minute walk will get you to Bullock’s Bistro, a unique restaurant that is famous for its Great Slave Lake fish and Weaver & Devore Trading Co. which has a great selection of winter gear including Canada Goose parkas. Also nearby, is the NWT Brewing Company which serves pub food and locally brewed beer. Down to Earth Gallery, which is next door to the brew pub, features beautiful jewelry, arts and crafts made by local artisans. Old Town Glassworks is a cooperative where you can learn to sandblast recycled glass and make your own unique souvenir gift whereas Just Furs features beautiful northern furs such as mink, beaver and rabbit; both are very close to our home. The Old Town is also very well-known for its colorful houseboat community and Pilot’s Monument which offers views of the city skyline, Great Slave Lake and northern landscape. In the summer, you can watch the float planes while dining on the deck of the Wildcat Café, Yellowknife’s first and most iconic restaurants in the North. In the winter, you can enjoy the Northern Lights and a dog sled ride from one of the local tour companies. Downtown Yellowknife is about a 10 minute drive or 25 minute walk and offers many other shops and restaurants.
We have wanted to open a B&B for some time. Blair and I were both born and raised in Yellowknife and sharing our community with others just feels natural. We have two children. We all enjoy spending time outdoors whether we are camping, fishing (summer and winter), snowmobiling, hiking, boating and swimming. The B&B suite is on the main floor of our home. We have included many activity and attraction brochures as part of our welcome package which you can read at your leisure or talk to one of us - we can answer your questions and give you some ideas of what to do while visiting. If you need anything during your stay, you can just ask as we are only moments away.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Yellowknife
Located in Yellowknife, this apartment is on the waterfront. Bush Pilot's Monument and Yellowknife Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Frame Lake Trail and Cameron River Ramparts.
Yellowknife, NT
What's nearby
- Bush Pilot's Monument - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Ragged Ass Rd - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Northern Frontier Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- NWT Diamond and Jewellery Centre - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bluebell Eatery - 6 min drive
- Boston Pizza - 6 min drive
- Sundog Trading Post - 7 min walk
- The Black Knight Pub - 6 min drive
- Quarry Restaurant - 6 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
James
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
James
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mike
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nickay M.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay
Nickay M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tibor E.
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Tibor E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jacquie K.
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular
Jacquie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erica C.
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northern lights a fail BUT….
Erica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Dawn G.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute B&B
Dawn G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Desarae S.
4 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic hosts
Desarae S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michele E.
6 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful winter stay in Yellowknife
Michele E.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shandy O.
22 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Hospitality!
Shandy O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia M.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for relaxation and aurora-viewing
Cynthia M.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
27 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location -- Quiet Stay
Jim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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Hosted by Andrea and Blair Van Metre
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