11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.
Originally the Sylvan Lake Bed & Breakfast, this freshly renovated property is under new management by its excited new owners, the McLaughlin family.
"Lochlainn" is Gaelic for “land of the lakes”. That legacy continues here as a 3 min walk from the picturesque Sylvan Lake waterfront and 10 min more to the Lakeshore Drive retail area.
This large, unique property is perfect for big family get togethers, wedding parties, stags and stagettes, sports teams or work retreats.
THE HUGE HOT TUB IS HERE! The 11 person 13 ft x 8 ft party spa has arrived. There are only a handful of hot tubs in Sylvan Lake rental homes, and this special unit is one of a kind.
Now available as a short-term rental, the Lochlainn House has been updated with: - high end commercial sheets and duvets cover new memory foam mattresses on all beds with allergen resistant mattress/pillow enclosures and covers. - ceiling mounted 75” Samsung UHD 4K TV with Sonos surround sound - access to Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Sportsnet, TSN and Spotify subscriptions - second speaker zone for the patio - wireless/wired phone chargers throughout and included 1.5GB WiFi, suitable for up to 30 devices - power reclining sectional sofa with seating for 7+ - new furnace and central air conditioning - brand new fridge, gas range, dishwasher, washer and dryer - massive Napoleon natural gas stainless steel BBQ with infrared side burner (don't be scared of it, it's awesome) - air hockey table - foosball table - bubble hockey - 4 person classic arcade machine (with 150+ games) - 12 full sized arcade machines (inc 2 person Big Buck Hunter and Golden Tee 2020) - fire pit in the yard with 8 Adirondack chairs - water filtration/softener system - garburator - commercial ice maker - fire table
We are pet friendly. The large, fully fenced yard keeps your little people and fur friends safe and contained.
The decks were recently completely rebuilt with high end PCV decking and aluminum railing. The top deck has a table with chairs around the fire table and access to the hot tub. The lower deck has a fully modular and adjustable outdoor sectional and table with seating for 9. There is comfortable space and chairs for a total of 27 people in the yard with 4 tables (one most suitable for food staging and prep).
*A short note on booking procedure. We used to accept instant booking through VRBO, but we no longer do. Their system has permitted double bookings and bookings on restricted days more than once. We will review and confirm all bookings quickly, but we need to protect ourselves from the tech limitations of this platform. We still love VRBO, and we want them to do better.
*A short note on cleaning fees. We are doing our best to keep this as low as possible, but we don't like short cuts here. The fee never covers our actual costs, which we are ok with. The house is big, with three full bathrooms and a lot of heavy, high quality bedsheets that get cleaned every time. That takes time and it's important to us that you arrive with the house in a state you can feel comfortable with. We've added, reluctantly, some simple check out requests to try to limit situations of excessive abuse. Adding a modest pet fee is an effort to reduce costs for those without animals. We adore them too, but they have a material impact on cleanup costs.
This is the premier big house rental in Sylvan Lake and we have aspirations for regular and continued improvement. Long lead time rentals will almost certainly find exciting new amenities at check in that didn't exist at booking.
Planned upgrades: - main floor bathroom upgrade (Spring 2026) - upstairs carpet replacement (Spring 2026) - room for one more basement arcade machine (looking for a Dance Dance Revolution, fingers crossed)
We hope you join us this year, tell your friends, and keep coming back as the Lochlainn House gets better and better.
See you all soon.
Sylvan Lake STAR License # - STAR-04094
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Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
- Any used cooking/baking trays or serving bowls/platters are to be cleaned by guests
- Dishes, glasses, silverware and kitchen utensiles are to be cleaned by guests, or put in the dishwasher
- Dog waste in the yard is to be picked up by guests
Important information
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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: 30
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Sylvan Lake
Located in Sylvan Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sylvan Lake Provincial Park and Jarvis Bay Provincial Park, while Alberta Sports Hall of Fame & Museum and Fort Normandeau are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf and Summerland Leisure Park. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Landmark Cinemas Sylvan Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sylvan Lake Marina Bay - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Snake Lake Brewing Co - 20 min walk
Timber Coffee Co. - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Tim Hortons - 16 min walk
Sun of a Beach - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water. on 20 June 2026 start from AU$542, 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.
How much is parking at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water.?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is 11 person hot tub. A/C. Fire pit. Newly renovated, 3 minutes from the water. located?
This family-friendly Sylvan Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Sylvan Lake and Sylvan Lake Provincial Park. Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf and Landmark Cinemas Sylvan Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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One of the better VRBO rental we stayed at with families. Nicely equipped. It has something for everyone, from teens to matured adults. Would definitely stay here for future visits!
this was our 4th stay at this property. Mark has improved the property every year. the hot tub and games room were big hits with the entire family. the house is big and well equiped there is a big yard for pets and a nice fire area. this is a greart choice for a large group!
House is in an excellent location. Ages in our group ranged from 1 to 76 and everyone enjoyed themselves. House is clean and roomy. The arcade was a big hit for everyone. Would definitely stay again. Owner responded quickly to our questions. Hot tub was also a big hit with the kids.
Such an amazing stay, the kitchen was one of the best equipped stays I’ve ever had and the host was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again!!!
This house is awesome for a group of people. We had a lot of fun, the arcade in the basement is so cool! The hot tub is huge and amazing. The host was very easy and quick to communicate with. Tons of parking in the back for everyone. The kitchen had lots of dishware/glassware etc The house definitely has some ware and tear. Some broken lights fixtures, dead bugs in some of the bedroom light fixtures, the outside of the house and deck area was very spider webby. But overall a great spot for a larger group ready for a good time!
The property was just what we needed for family accommodation. Loved the games room and hot tub. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. Very clean. Loved it by all family.
Property was clean, is very well set up for large gathering, great outdoor space as well. Everything was very well stocked. 6 adults, through our stay all agreed it was 5*. Would definitely stay again
The house was fantastic and had every amenity one needs for a comfortable stay. Huge TV was great for watching playoff hockey and kitchen was perfect for meal preparation. Would definitely stay here again when in the area.
We had an absolutely lovely time at this property. Host was very responsive to any questions/concerns before and during our stay. Great location and lots of amenities at the house. We’d love to go back and would highly recommend.
3 families
6 adults, 7 teens
This place fit us perfect.
Fabulous beds/linens
Amazing appliances
Hot tub perfect bonus as well as all the games downstairs
Mark is an exceptional host.
Definitely on our summer checklist for years to come!
Place was great, looked better than the pictures showed.
Jeff B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Mark McLaughlin
We're Calgary residents, and look for any excuse to get out the city for a weekend here and there to clear the head and recharge the soul. I'm originally a Toronto kid, moved west at 13 with the family and now consider myself a proper Alberta boy.
Why they chose this property
I've lived here for almost 20 years and never visited Sylvan Lake once until Canada Day 2021. The energy was infectious, and I started looking at properties and empty lots immediately. We had Lochlainn House before the end of that year. The original plan wasn't to get a place so big, but after our first walkthrough, it was clear this was the one. It had so much character, solid house bones, so much potential, and a great opportunity for a fun project to build something special.
What makes this property unique
Our goal really is to create a unique property with unique features you aren't going to find with any other Sylvan Lake rental property. Nobody else has an 11 person swim spa hot tub. Nobody else has a games room with a pool table, foosball table, air hockey and a 4 person arcade machine with 85+ games. We have lots more big plans for the place. A list of upgrades and new amenities coming in 2023/2024.