Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan - Ashton Creek

10

Exceptional

0+ bathroomsSleeps 521 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Water view

Check out the area

Enderby, BC

Log Barn21 min drive
Salmon Arm, BC (YSN)31 min drive
Mabel Lake35 min drive
Silver Star Mountain Resort83 min drive

We enjoyed a very relaxing week in this quiet and private riverside location. Sitting in the shade of the trees, or even...

Wendy F.

Aug 27, 2022

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Yurt

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Incinerating Toilet & Outdoor Shower

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan

Nestled under a canopy of cedars, Yogi's Yurt 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 yurt sleeps up to five in a single-over-queen bunk bed and double sofa bed (linens and bath towels provided). Built into the surrounding deck are your private washroom facilities (with incinerating toilet and running cold water sink) and open-air, hot water shower with a view of the river! Also available outside are a BBQ, dining table and chairs, high bar table and chairs, adirondack chairs, and firepit. Inside the yurt, the kitchen area is equipped with a small sink, cold water dispenser, mini frig, dual element induction stove, toaster, kettle and coffee maker, and all the basic cooking and eating utensils for a "better-than-glamping" experience. Complete with a clear venting dome roof and five 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 rates based on double occupancy

Property manager

Miska Haven

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Breakfast available

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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

There is a pet fee of $20/pet/day.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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 holiday home is in the mountains 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

Log Barn - 21 min drive
Salmon Arm Golf Club - 28 min drive
Mabel Lake - 35 min drive
Shuswap Lake - 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 Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yogi's Yurt - Miska Haven - Serenity on the Shuswap River in North Okanagan located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home 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 Excellent

Wendy F.

27 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful location, charming accommodation

We enjoyed a very relaxing week in this quiet and private riverside location. Sitting in the shade of the trees, or evenings on the dock, we were surrounded by so much beauty. Love the yurt experience, fresh air and the sounds of nature. It had everything we needed for comfort and cooking meals. Spent time on the river everyday, off the dock, finding beaches, doing a float (thanks to our hosts for shuttling us). Look forward to returning to this location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leena N., QUALICUM BEACH

3 July 2021

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

Serenity on the river

I can't say enough good things about Miska Haven and it's hosts, Dave and Diane. The property is gorgeous, with forest trails, river walks, and long sits on the dock; I spent two nights here and left feeling rested and recharged by nature and good vibes all around. The yurt was glamping at it's best; everything I needed was provided including coffee maker, toaster, fridge and dish ware. The bunkbed was comfy and view of the river in the morning was so beautiful I could almost make my morning coffee go all day. Dave and Diane are wonderful people for sharing this special part of the world with anyone lucky enough to come for a visit. This place was a perfect retreat and I can't wait to go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

28 June 2021

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

AWESOME!!!

Staying in the Yurt was awesome! It fit the 4 of us well. It has everything you need. The river front and property is immaculately kept. We hope to come back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sofie B.

18 May 2021

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

Amazing

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay wasn't amazing experience and will definitely be coming back

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

4 Sept 2020

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

Pet Friendly Glamping Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay at Yogi’s Yurt. Dave and Diane were excellent hosts and their property is beautiful. The outdoor shower was a nice feature and the Yurt was well stocked with essential items to make our stay more comfortable. The highlight was by far floating the river into town which took appropriately 5.5 hours. There were many places to hop off for swim too along the way. This was something our whole family enjoyed including the dog. Thanks again for a great stay. We will definitely try to visit again at some point.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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.”