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Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Room
Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9127 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rimbey, AB
  • Gull Lake Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gull Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

3 Child Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach

Parkland Beach is just one hour south of the Edmonton airport and less than two hours North of the Calgary airport and is located on the North West end of Gull Lake. Gull lake is a large lake (80 sq. Km) and is an excellent spot for boating and fishing or just relaxing on the beach. Parkland Beach has it's own marina & boat launch area as well a beach area with playground. The beach is just a five minute walk away from the cabin through a beautifully treed area. The Gull Lake Executive par 3 golf course is also just a few minutes away.
This newer cabin was built in 2012 and is situated on a quiet half acre lot has three large bedrooms. The home includes many upgrades such as: granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances, knotty pine cabinets & doors. It has a full kitchen with a stove, a microwave, oven, a refrigerator, dishes, glasses, utensils, and a dishwasher. We have a washer and a dryer for the clothes. It has 2 full baths, and comes with bed linens, towels, and cleaning supplies. You'll also find a coffee maker, dining table and an outdoor BBQ grill. There is a large back deck for outdoor sitting as well as a large veranda in the front of the home. The home also has a fire pit, perfect for marshmallow roasting in the evening. It also has indoor entertainment with TV, CD/DVD player, a large collection of DVDs, a radio, books, and games for all age groups.

Property manager

Colin Gayford

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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Family Cabin. Summer Village of Parkland Beach, Gull Lake AB

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, (62 reviews)
Family Cabin. Summer Village of Parkland Beach, Gull Lake AB

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Parkland Beach

Located in Parkland Beach, this cabin is on the beach. Pas-Ka-Poo Park and Lacombe & District Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Summerland Leisure Park and Kraay Family Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Lacombe Kinsmen Aquatic Centre, or check out an event or a game at The Track on 2. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Rimbey, AB

What's nearby

  • Gull Lake Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gull Lake - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sylvan Lake Provincial Park - 31 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 35 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Sylvan Lake Marina Bay - 36 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional) - 48 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly summer town Parkland Beach located?

This family-friendly Parkland Beach cabin is located on the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Gull Lake Golf Course and Gull Lake. Summerland Leisure Park and Pas-Ka-Poo Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dianne K., Conifer, Colorado USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Home away

Not luxury type place and lacking nice linens and towels but very relaxing. No internet.Kitchen fully stocked. Looks Ike it is on the market for sale. Great trails for walking but kind of far from beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Carla H.

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

Summer family weekend

Great property for adults. Lovely Beach is 10 minute walk away for adults and a frisbee golf site. Great dishwasher, fridge, dishes, coffeemaker, no mixer, a great barbeque etc.. The house can use a new kitchen tap, a variety of complete fun games, and a different variety of videos. If you have children bring a wagon or drive to the beach! The garage is not childproof, although it has some water toys for children and two wiener sticks. You will find linens in the linen closet behind the master bathroom door!! Instructions were to find linens would have been very welcome. Due to a broken mattress, it sleeps 8 not nine. Unless you bring your own 9th mattress or cot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari H.

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

Great family vacation

We spent 8 night here. It was great. The walk thru the trees to the beach is only about 7 min. It’s scenic and shaded. For those of you who like some exercise continue from the beach to the marina and you will discover a fitness area half way. Great place for a workout. Host was very response and accommodating. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela G., Rockyford, Alberta Canada

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

Great stay

Clean - lots to do - kids had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Alyssa W.

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Not Great But Did The Job

The property itself isn't bad. The rooms were tidy and as advertised. The hose was broken and there was only one outlet outside that worked which was a bit frustrating as I had specifically written to Colin asking about bringing our trailers out there. Communication with Colin wasn't my favourite. He generally didn't seem to know much about the property - like where outlets were and why they wouldn't be working. He sent a bit of a rude message to us halfway through accusing us of having people sleeping in vehicles outside of the property (like - what?!) and chose to tell us at that time that vehicles weren't allowed to be parked on the road (our boat was on the road as there were no slips available at the whole lake). We had NO IDEA that no parking on the road was in the bylaws - in fact, Colin didn't make us aware of any rules or bylaws, even though we had animals etc. Basically, communication was just really lacking. The property has no trees and is basically a field next to a field. Overall, the cabin did what we needed it to do. Oh! The walk to the water - haha. Not 5-10 minutes! I am a fit 35 year old woman and it took me at least 14 minutes, not carrying anything and alone with no children. We drove every day.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Doreen B., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Money grab and no privacy - amazing

We were very grateful to book the cabin on very short notice as our reservations elsewhere were cancelled at the last minute due to flooding in the area. We went to great lengths prior to booking to ensure the landlord was fully aware that the rental was to accommodate a family reunion that we estimated could be 21 people (18 adults, 2 elementary aged children, 1 newborn). The landlord advised that the property manager hadn't been in yet to set up for the season and that the lawn might be long. He also advised that patio furniture bought for the property was unassembled and in boxes in the garage. He said that if we wanted and brought tools, we could do the assembly and also cut the grass. As per the landlord's request, our group of 18 stayed outside the cabin for the bulk of the time. Also, as per our arrangement, 4 adults and 3 children slept in the cabin and we had 1 pull behind trailer and 1 tent on the property with other folks staying elsewhere around the lake. After our departure, the landlord changed our credit card an additional $250 for restocking of the toilet paper, paper towels, soap and garbage bags that he said we 'stole'. We thought this was ridiculous and insulting and above and beyond the day rate specified, hostess fees, cleaning fee, pet fee and service fee that were paid as part of the cost for the 3 day rental. The products supplied by the landlord / property manager were minimal. Without so much as a discussion, the landlord charged our credit card $250 to refurnish the necessities that weren't sufficiently provided in the first place. He also failed to say thanks for mowing his grass or for us assembling the 6 patio chairs and table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Allison S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not advisable

When we checked in the kitchen smelled of dog pee and cigarette smoke and the kitchen floor was very sticky. When I wiped the floor I noticed the oven had likely never been pulled out and most of the kitchen cupboards were unclean. There wasn’t adequate bedding and the master bed was unmade which wouldn’t have been a big deal but the only sheet available for us was stained. The second bed didn’t have a comforter available. The towels had been put in the cupboard extremely wet and the tub in the ensuite hadn’t been cleaned. The bbq didn’t work and was out of propane and there wasn’t a brush to clean the grill which was caked with food and grease. Property owner didn’t believe us and sent pictures that the cleaner sent him and I was told I was picky. Wouldn’t recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

DEBBIE O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Stuff

Lovely house. Nice walk to the water. No axe. No reading lights. DVD collection old.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good spot!

Very clean and well-arranged property. We enjoyed the surrounding areas. Nice and quiet for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Francois D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Our family had a lovely stay in this beautiful, clean and well equipped cabin. Fully stocked kitchen was appreciated and great meals were prepared! It's very quiet and peaceful with loads of nature all around. Deer were seen almost every evening on or near the property. The beds were confortable (master's is quite firm as we like it) and there were many extra blankets in linen closet. We were disappointed by the fact that they removed the extra sheets though and one child ended up sleeping on a conforter all week. If you are planning on using the 4 extra mattresses, it would be a good idea to let them know in advance I guess... There were a few board games, dvds and video games but none were "family friendly". No more books in the cabin even though it's mentioned in the description. The coffee machine is a Keurig so buy pods but they do provide reusable ones. It's seen better days also so if you are a picky coffee drinker, find alternative. Owner was very quick to respond and seemed to care about our stay. All in all we would definitely stay here again and would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Katherine C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

The property was in a great location, just a short walk through the woods to the beach. The only downfalls were the lack of linens for the beds, there are no blankets for the twin mattress. The inside door handles are mostly all broken, and no wifi .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geri S.

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

A Great Getaway

The property's pictures looked nice on line but was actually nicer in real time. Was large enough for all of us which was good because the weather was cool and smoky😯
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

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

Cozy cabin

Very comfortable cabin located in a beautiful area. Although there was no AC the windows provided enough breeze. Not having wifi was hard, but it helped us disconnect for awhile. I would definitely come back !

8/10 Good

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Canada Day Weekend 2021

My husband, 12- and 8-year-old, Mom, Dad, and Mother-in-Law had a wonderful time. The proximity to the lake was great for our age groups; not too far for the weary child to make it back home after a hot day at the beach, but far enough to get some “steps” in! Colin, the owner, is super easy to talk to and cares about your stay. My only two suggestions would be to add some beach towels, blankets, and sand toys to the property or just suggest to the renter to bring their own, and to add some more deck chairs to the front and back decks. We had to use the kitchen chairs. We had lots of laughs and quality time together, which was amazing after all this COVID craziness! Thank you, Colin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Shari D.

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

Great post covid getaway!

We really enjoyed the privacy and location of this property. The two decks were awesome as you could move to suit the temperature. The yard/ lawn was very well kept. The use of the garage was a definite bonus! Easy to unload and load. Overall this property was well supplied. While not directly affecting our stay, there were some maintenance issues needing resolving. In order for us to vaccuum, we needed to thoroughly clean the vacuum and the head. The toilet off the main bedroom either kept running or didn’t fill. After every use you had to ensure flushing occurred or that the water would stop running. Many doorknobs (interior ) are loose and close to falling off. This was our first VRBO experience and we were not disappointed!

8/10 Good

Debbie C., Edmonton

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

Great home, location not what expected

Loved this home, very comfortable and clean, lots of space for all six of us. Not very much to do, especially for little kids. There's a playground at the beach but unfortunately the beach was covered in bird poop so not very clean to spend much time there. Owners were very accommodating and for a retreat or just to get away, this is ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Communication with the owner was good and this is a lovely home in Parkland Beach with lots of space and comfortable beds and . Cupboards are well stocked with dishes. Small and big appliances are good though a regular coffee maker would be nice. Our main trouble was with weak wifi and no cell service. The latter really surprised us, and could be a concern for some. Access to Gull Lake is great on foot and by vehicle. When walking,Take the red path to the right which gives you access behind/through the houses and trees. 10 mins max. We really enjoyed sitting on the front covered deck. Bring your own BBQ lighter as some of the burners need direct lighting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Arnie A.

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

Family Time

House was in great condition and well suited for five year old and younger grandkids, plus parents and grandparents with an open floor plan. Lovely sundecks, front deck was a perfect location to watch a thunderstorm! Really enjoyed walking "in the woods" to reach the beach. Good to have washing machine and dishwasher. Sharon

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

AAA+++

Wonderful folks to deal with and a beautiful cabin. We would love to come back another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Rob S.

A pleasant and comfortable vacation home in a convenient location for us.

The vacation home was comfortable and reasonably furnished. A walking path connects the property to the lake ten minutes away. For our purposes, availability of cell coverage and wifi was quite limiting. The host was responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D., Calgary Alberta Canada

Wonderful

The house was perfect for our family. It had every amenitie that you would need. Very clean and well kept. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Leanne C.

Great place to book for a family vacation (all ages)

We really enjoyed our long weekend spent at this property. In total, we had two couples & 3 children (under the age of 7) and had plenty of room & beds to sleep in. The kids greatly appreciated all the toys & games, the two decks (with fantastic patio furniture), and large green space to run & play. One thing to consider when booking this property is the distance from the cabin to the summer village beach. With adults, it’s doable using the trails. With littles & all the gear that comes with a beach day, definitely think about taking a vehicle and using the public parking lot. There seemed to be plenty of parking in the morning (on a long weekend) but it got rather busy by noon. Another thing to mention, for the coffee enthusiasts, the property has a Kuerig with reusable pods but not a coffee maker with a pot. Easy to bring one along if you have a large party. All in all, we were very happy & would enjoy staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kary L., Edmonton

Cannot wait to return!!

My family and my brother's family enjoyed this beautiful cabin for four nights.takes minutes to walk to the beach and a 5 minute drive to the public doc to launch a boat. Colin was very accommodating with every aspect of our trip.upon arrival we noticed that the wifi wasn't working,Colin acted promptly and quickly had the issue resolved. I wouldn't have cared if it got resolved at all,but the kids were whining about it lol I highly recommend this property for any family getaway,doesn't take long to drive to the nearest town to pick up forgotten essentials or just to go grab a pizza,great little community and I will be renting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Great Family Holiday!!

What a beautiful home!! The location was great, only a 5 minute walk (with small kids) to the beach. The beach was great and had a play park nearby = hours of entertainment. I googled the area and was able to book my kids in swim lessons in the town of Rimbey. Only a 12 minute drive. Beautiful outdoor pool. A 20 minute drive brought us to Sylvan lake where the kids enjoyed the floating water park. Red Deer was 40 minutes away, we enjoyed a beautiful sunny day at the Discovery Canyon lazy river. A perfect summer holiday for a family!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Wayne H.

Wonderful Vacation Home

We had our family vacation here the last week of July 2017 and loved it. This vacation home is new, clean and very well setup. The rooms are all very well laid out with a large living room and kitchen and the bedrooms are very comfortable. We had eight people staying here and the two bathrooms were a blessing. There is two very nice decks front and back and a great fire pit. The property was perfect for our grandkids to run freely and good hiking trails nearby. A bit of a hike to the beach but nobody complained. Gull Lake is great for all water activities and fishing and there is a great little par 3 golf course nearby. The owner of this home was very pleasant to deal with and I would recommend people not hesitate to rent it.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Colin Gayford

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We currently live in Calgary Ab and use the property as a recreational property in the summers. We are looking to rent it out when we are not using to offset some of the costs. We built this property in 2012 and love spending time out there.

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