Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan - Ashton Creek

Sleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Check out the area

Enderby, BC

Salmon Arm, BC (YSN)31 min drive
Mabel Lake35 min drive
Shuswap Lake36 min drive
Silver Star Mountain Resort83 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft Bed

1 Queen Bed

Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

Cabin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan

Nestled in the woods, Mowat Cabin is an ideal setting for solo, couple and group retreats, or a home base for you and your family or friends to enjoy all that nature has to offer in the surrounding area. The cabin sleeps up to four in a open loft queen bed and main floor double sofa bed (linens and bath towels provided), and comes with a small bathroom and shower. The kitchen is equipped with a standard sink, hot & cold tap water, mini frig, gas-fired stove (no oven), toaster, kettle and coffee maker, and all the basic cooking and eating utensils for a "better-than-glamping" experience. Complete with a high ceiling and multiple screened windows, you will feel embraced by the warmth of the sun and the shade of the forest. Come soak up the beauty of the Shuswap River... enjoy a morning sunrise on the deck, a midday fish, swim or float from the dock, and an evening campfire along the shore!With 1800 feet of riverfront and 15 acres of woods, there is no shortage of nature to enjoy on our property. Located just 10 minutes east of Enderby on the north-south Okanagan corridor, 40 minutes south of the TransCanada Hwy halfway between Vancouver and Calgary, and an hour from Kelowna's international airport, we welcome travelers from far and wide. Whether you are looking for a quiet weekend, an extended vacation, or want to plan a romantic getaway, wedding, family reunion, or gathering of friends, Miska Haven is the perfect setting.

Accommodations consist of two private units - a cabin and a yurt - nestled in the woods, set back from the river and secluded from our home. With a booking of either unit, guests may inquire directly to book RV/trailer/tent sites at an extra charge. The cabin is pet-free to accommodate other guests with allergies; cabin guests' pets are allowed on the property but must be kenneled outside. Pets are welcome to stay in the yurt for a fee but must be accompanied at all times. Guests share access to a gazebo, firepit, picnic tables, pond and dock; the river is accessible from the dock for swimming, fishing, tubing, kayaking or canoeing.

The Okanagan is renowned for its orchards, cideries, breweries and wineries, as well as a host of outdoor activities...
- swimming/tubing/boating/fishing on the Shuswap River or nearby lakes
- hiking Enderby Cliffs or Rose Swanson Trails
- road biking from our doorstep, mountain biking on the Okanagan Rail Trail or at Silver Star Mountain Resort
- golf at one of 7 courses within 30 minutes
- nordic skiing at Larch Hills or Sovereign Lake, alpine skiing at Silver Star, Big White, Revelstoke, or Sun Peaks
- snowmobiling at Hunters Range

Miska Haven is the perfect “home base" for these outdoor activities or the ideal place to just kick back, relax and recharge your batteries!

Note: Base rate based on double occupancy

Property manager

Miska Haven

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Breakfast available

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ashton Creek

Located in Ashton Creek, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mabel Lake and Mara Meadows Provincial Park, while Caravan Farm Theatre and Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Log Barn and Village Cheese Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Enderby, BC

What's nearby

Salmon Arm Golf Club - 28 min drive
Mabel Lake - 35 min drive
Shuswap Lake - 36 min drive
Salmon Arm Wharf - 36 min drive
Silver Star Mountain Resort - 83 min drive

Restaurants

Sutherland's Bakery - 17 min drive
Small Axe Roadhouse - 15 min drive
Tim Hortons - 17 min drive
Subway - 16 min drive
BC Fish & Chips - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mowat Cabin - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from Log Barn and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Kingfisher Interpretive Centre. Village Cheese Company and Edge of the Earth Vineyards are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

17 Apr 2024

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

Comfort, convenience and beauty on the Shuswap

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Mowat Cabin at Miska Haven, from the warm welcome we received from our host on check-in, to our last morning waking up in a comfortable bed and gazing out at the river. Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

26 Aug 2023

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

Paradise Found

We had a marvelous time at Miska Haven B&B! The cabin is cozy, clean and comfortable, with thoughtful homey touches throughout that take your stay to the next level. Diane & Dave are friendly and helpful hosts, and the delicious breakfast option was filled with fresh homemade delights. When we weren't enjoying the stunning view of the Shuswap River, we were kayaking and paddle boarding, hiking, and relaxing on the riverbank. We highly recommend Miska Haven B&B to anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation in BC!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

21 July 2023

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

Great stay, quite location to recharge

Quite location just outside of town on the river. Cabin is adorable, very clean and well kept. Grounds are also very well kept. Hosts were fantastic!! I would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivette M.

3 June 2023

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

Magical stay

We had beautiful time in this cozy cabin. Diane is a great host, she greeted us when arrived. She made sure we had everything we needed and easy to reach if we had any questions. there were so many nice touches in the cabin and on the property to make our stay very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again, highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip J.

2 May 2023

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

Weekend getaway

The location of this property is amazing. Very peaceful with the forest around you and the river in front of you. Diane communicated clearly and made us feel welcome. The cabin was very clean and above expectation. We loved it and would recommend a longer stay as we regret to only book two nights.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Miska Haven

The owners and your hosts at Miska Haven are Diane and Dave Quinn, who recently retired and moved to the Okanagan from Calgary. They were captivated by the property when they first saw it and feel blessed to now call it home. Having also just married in 2018, they are adjusting to their new life together and learning the ropes of maintaining a rural property and running a B&B. Lots of fun and misadventures along the way – or perhaps we should call them “MISKA-dventures“!

Diane and Dave are keen skiers, hikers, cyclists, golfers, paddlers and swimmers, so they have come to the right place! In their first year at Miska Haven, they were swimming regularly in the river (including a Polar Bear Plunge on Jan 1st), paddling and tubing the river, hiking the Enderby Cliffs, biking the backroads, and skiing downhill and cross-country. The opportunities are endless!

Why they chose this property

Diane has family roots in the Okanagan which date back to the early 1900’s, so it’s not surprising she feels at home here. Her maternal great grandparents (James & Pauline Mowat) moved from New Brunswick to Enderby in 1905 to start a sawmill at Mara. Just four years later, at age 14, her grandfather, Patrick Mowat, began his banking career with the Bank of Montreal in Enderby, which remains on Cliff Ave. Patrick trained for the military in the Enderby Drill Hall where Diane and Dave now do yoga! Diane’s mother recounts her father’s memories and how he often spoke about his younger years growing up out west “in God’s country.” Seems fitting for Diane and Dave to name the property Miska Haven as they discovered that, in Hebrew, the name Miska means “Gift from God.”