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Okanagan - IKES Retreat

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A spacious living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, wooden chairs, and a wooden coffee table.
A living room with a brown leather couch, a TV on a wooden stand, and large windows with a view of trees.
A single-story cabin with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a small deck. It is surrounded by tall trees and overlooks a lake with mountains in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of greenery.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dining table, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Laundry room
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Kootenay Boundary, BC
  • Place, Christina Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christina Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Christina Lake Provincial Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional)
    ‪95 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Okanagan - IKES Retreat

Nestled in the quiet forest with views and private access to Christina Lake, IKES Retreat has something to offer everyone. A short, private, trail down the hill takes you across the road and into 150 feet of private lakeshore with a large dock. Launch your boat once at the start of the week and enjoy your days exploring the lake, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Moor your boat to the private dock at the end of each day, and walk up to the house to enjoy an evening out on the deck and taking in the views. What's nearby: Christina Lake's public beach (Christina Lake Provincial Park) is a short drive away, with free public tennis and pickleball courts and a children's playground nearby. There are a few restaurants and a local supermarket within a five-minute drive, as well as The Christina Lake Golf Club and Cascade Par 3 golf course. There is also convenient access nearby onto The Trans Canada Trail, Dewdney Trail, and the Kettle Valley Railway Trail for hiking and biking. Grand Forks is about 15 minutes away with more cafes, restaurants, and supermarkets. Things to know: Private dock on the lake. Please note that the walk to the lake is not accessible for people with limited mobility. It's an uneven dirt pathway downhill through the forest. It's not paved and it's a 10-15 minute walk.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PM115548487
Property # 5101079vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Christina Lake

Located in Christina Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Gem Theatre and Gallery 2 - Grand Forks Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Christina Lake Golf Club and Christina Lake Marina.
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Kootenay Boundary, BC

What's nearby

  • Christina Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christina Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Christina Lake Provincial Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Christina Lake Pickleball Courts - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Christina Lake Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lisa's bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smoochies - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smoochies Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Portly Penguin Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Okanagan - IKES Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Okanagan - IKES Retreat?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Okanagan - IKES Retreat on 29 Mar 2027 start from AU$879, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Okanagan - IKES Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Okanagan - IKES Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Okanagan - IKES Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Christina Lake, Christina Lake and Christina Lake Provincial Park. Christina Lake Pickleball Courts and Christina Lake Welcome Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time. Found the dock to be the best way to hang out, swim and relax. The place was incredibly clean and had everything we could possibly need! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guys enjoyed the house, Great Location
Stayed 17 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, roomy and nice view.

Stayed there while working, great place. Lots of room, very clean, kitchen dishes etc. well supplied, stayed in master room and the beds was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Birthday Getaway!

My friends and I went here to celebrate my birthday and it did not disappoint! Great location, very clean, well stoked and the fire pit was a nice bonus!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely stay, nice view and very clean. Not waterfront though.Great location, quiet, private and a private dock after a short hike down hill and crossing a street, we did not use it because it was easier to launch the kayaks at another location.Still we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is exactly as described. The house was spotlessly clean and well appointed. The last 15’ to the dock is definitely not recommended for people with mobility issues. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
No laundry available at cabin, listing says coin laundry , I guess that means somewhere within driving distance , this is not an accurate description. Sparce furnishing in cabin, although nice couch downstairs . No condiments (salt/pepper, oil , sugar .. ) in kitchen. We had an issue with a kitchen circuit breaker turning off when using microwave , I sent email and a person arrived quickly to unlock mechanical room to fix the problem. Overall an OK stay , but nothing exceeded expectation and a few things fell short.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful property. Very clean and the house was spacious. The doc could have used a clean it was quite dirty, and a stand up fan could have been nice for the room upstairs as it was very very hot. Other then that it was a pleasant stay no real big concerns :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends getaway

Overall really good. Yes yard needs some work but overall fine. Yes a bit of walk to lake but not that bad. Only con we could find was that there were no oven mitts for kitchen :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Nice but there were issues

A nice home but there were issues: - we were provided the wrong entry code so it was a very slow and frustrating check-in - the final few steps to the warf were very dangerous / no steps at all - not enough bath towels, toilet paper and garbage bags. We would have brought some had we known in advance - no clear recycling instructions - no broom - no fan in upstairs bedroom where it was hot
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you, Steve, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the door code issues you have encountered during your stay. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

November getaway

The cabin was lovely. The view spectacular. The access to trails and the lake, excellent. However we did have a couple of issues. The barbecue grease pan had obviously not been cleaned as it caught on fire when we tried to light the barbecue. Secondly, I think it was mentioned in past reviews that although access to a washer and dryer is advertised in the listing, they are actually behind a locked door. Lastly, the tv is an Apple TV which requires either an apple account and/ or purchase of a show from iTunes. We realize this probably isn’t much of an issue during the summer, but on a rainy November weekend, it would be kind of nice to watch a movie or something .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Might be a nice place inside, but we never got to go in!

We rented this place via VBRO for 5 nights. With confirmation email in hand, we drove 9+ hours to the door of the property, only to find out that our reservation was never transferred from VBRO to VACASA, who actually is the rental management. Save yourself the trouble and rent directly from VACASA.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina lake

Beautiful location and lovely home to share a weekend away with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Quiet Cabin

Great quiet location, close to town but away up in the woods. About a 10 min hike down to the lake. Bike trails nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Summer Retreat!

Ike’s home on Christina Lake is a great family retreat! The house is set up for families, with everything you need. Although there is a little hike to the dock it is a nice trail down where the kids can play and you can tie up your boat for the week. Parking for 4 might be a bit tight, but we managed a boat trailer and two pickups. The yard is a work in progress but it doesn’t matter because the lake view from the deck is beautiful! We definitely hope to visit again!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
Hi, Melonie! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be sure to pass your suggestions along to our local manager who will work with our homeowner to make necessary upgrades. We look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Christina lake, Vacasa, Ikes retreat

Modern, spacious, private and fairly clean cottage. Kitchen needs some attention: broken garbage can and older pots and pans some need replacement. Path to dock below road is dangerous for slipping, also poison ivy beside ramp. Excellent swimming from the dock. Wifi was slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Space

Beautiful home, enough space, loved the outdoors for BBQ, relaxing on the deck and open firepit
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great property. Beautiful setting. Even though a business trip we thoroughly enjoyed the home.

Had some trouble unlocking from door and still haven't received a call back from property manager. Other than that we would 100% stay here again,
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Hello Bliss, Our apologies that you were having difficulties reaching our team. We now have many new team members to ensure we can continue to deliver exemplary customer service through these incredibly busy times. We hope you'll give us a chance to impress you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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