Accommodation

 

Accommodation and meals are available on campus at Shawnigan Lake School
and may be paid for upon conference registration.

 

Accommodation and Meal Packages on Campus

All Accommodation Packages include 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 7 dinners.  There is no dinner served on Wednesday evening and attendees will be responsible for their own beverages or snacks between meals.

Most rooms are shared accommodations with 2, 3, or 4 beds and communal bathrooms.  The higher priced rooms are newer with fewer rooms sharing bathrooms and few beds in each room. For example Package C rooms have 3 or 4 beds and 1 bathroom/floor.  Package A rooms have 2 beds and 2 rooms/bathroom. There may be a small number of private rooms available reserved for those with special needs. Be sure to let us know if you have a special need that would be supported with a private room.  We will do our best to accommodate special requests within the limitations of the venue.

Accommodations with Meals:
Package A    $760
Package B    $710
Package C    $640
Child 10 and under  50%

Meals Only:
Breakfasts (8)       $100
Lunches (8)          $124
Dinners (7)            $133
Full Meal Package  $357
Child 10 and under  50%

To download a pdf of the above fees, click here.

 

Other nearby options include:

Tourism Cowichan Accommodation Listing at Shawnigan Lake:

The listings below are the nearest to the conference venue at the Shawnigan Lake School.  Do check out other nearby areas in the Cowichan region and south Victoria area as most are within a 20 – 60 minute drive.  Cobble Hill, Cowichan Bay, Malahat, Mill Bay, Duncan are all within a 30 minute drive while Cowichan Lake, Chemainus, Ladysmith and Victoria area are about 60 minutes away.

For those who prefer not to stay on campus at the conference venue, here are some links to help you choose alternate nearby accommodation:


Bed & Breakfasts

Dragonfly Dock Bed and Breakfast

Premium B&B accommodation on private, forested waterfront at Shawnigan Lake. Close to Shawnigan Lake School. Lake views, guest lounge. Access to Trans Canada Trail, Kinsol Trestle.

250-733-0998
enjoy@dragonflydock.com
www.dragonflydock.com

 

Koksilah River Cabin B&B Vacations 

A Westcoast wilderness getaway with all the comforts and amenities of home. A self-contained cabin on the banks of the beautiful Koksilah River, just 5 minutes from Shawnigan Lake.

(250) 483-4330
info@rivercabin.ca
www.rivercabin.ca

 

Marifield Manor

Marifield Manor is a grand Edwardian Mansion (1912) situated on a hilltop overlooking Shawnigan Lake, located
40 minutes from Victoria and tucked behind the Malahat Range in the breathtaking South Cowichan River Valley. The luxurious bed and breakfast retreat is unlike anything you've experienced before. Special rates for extended stay, and group rentals.

mariman@pacificcoast.net
www.marifieldmanor.ca

 

Shawnigan Lake Bed & Breakfast 

A unique and natural retreat awaits you in Shawnigan Lake. Country Cottage Home on an acre where deer visit regularly. Accommodation ranges from budget to economy to Luxury. Tasteful decor. Non Smoking environment on the whole property. 

(250) 743 6819
shawniganlakebedandbreakfast@telus.net
www.shawniganlakevacations.com

 

 

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Exceptional accommodation on an acre where wildlife is in abundance.  Fabulous breakfasts and great hosts.  Come visit to see for yourself. Close to Shawnigan Lake School.

250-733-2000  
info@woodviewbedandbreakfast.com
www.woodviewbedandbreakfast.com

 

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Cabins, Cottages, Resorts, Rental Homes

Cabin - Shawnigan Lake Escape 

Shawnigan Lake Escape is a beautiful waterfront cabin on Shawnigan Lake that sleeps 6 and is ideal for family holidays and weekend retreats. 

604-228-0771
escape@shawnigan.net
www.escape.shawnigan.net

 

Cottage - Shawnigan Lakefront Cottage

Furnished 1 and 2 bedroom suites on the lake, only 40' from lake with amazing lake views. Fully equipped, similar to a resort motel, just bring your clothes, food and personal items.

250-881-3682
shawniganlakefrontcottage@gmail.com  
www.shawniganlakefrontcottage.com

 

Resort - Shawnigan Lake Beach Resort 

Lakefront beach resort located on Vancouver Island. This exclusive resort lies nestled on six and a half acres of beautiful country setting and is only a thirty minute drive north from Victoria.

250-743-2360
info@shawniganlakebeachresort.com
www.shawniganlakebeachresort.com 

 

Vacation Rental - Shawnigan Lake House

This rare vacation home near Shawnigan Lake Village sits on a one acre landscaped property across from the lake with a private dock. The charming, west-facing 40-foot long verandah is the ideal place to enjoy the gorgeous lake sunsets. Shawnigan Lake House is the perfect setting for lazy summer days or a tranquil
retreat the rest of the year.

604-876-5058
kpemberton@shaw.ca
www.shawniganlakevacationrentals.ca

 

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Campgrounds on South Vancouver Island 

www.vancouverisland.com
 

O.U.R. Ecovillage

O.U.R. ECOVILLAGE is a sustainable learning community and demonstration site located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. They offer indoor sleeping and outdoor camping spaces.

For information: www.ourecovillage.org

 

Bamberton Provincial Park

Located just south of the Mill Bay ferry terminal beside Hwy 1. The 47 vehicle/tent sites are located just beside Johns Creek on the hillside above Sechelt Inlet. Reservations are a necessity in summer. The one-two punch of a superb view and a sandy beach makes this park a knockout for lucky visitors.

 

Beehive Camping & RV 

Peaceful country setting adjacent to Mill Bay Nature Park with its trails and creeks. 68 treed campsites with showers, laundromat, full hook-ups and dumping station for RV's (campground customers only).

250-743-2074
info@beehivecampground.ca
www.beehivecampground.ca

 

Goldstream Provincial Park

Has 167 campsites located in the campground on the western side of Highway 1. Reservations are accepted. There are pit and flush toilets, showers, a sani-station and wheelchair access. Swimming and fishing within the park. There are two yurts available and can be reserved by phone only through Discover Camping.

 

Malahat Mountain Meadows RV Park

Located 26 kms north of Victoria near the summit of the Malahat Drive. Our quiet and natural resort offers 63 spacious, fully-serviced RV sites nestled amongst giant cedars and seasonal creeks, private and scenic campsites, heated pool, clean washrooms with hot showers.