Lake Cowichan · British Columbia
5945 Riverbottom W Rd
A 5-acre rural sanctuary steps from Skutz Falls and the Cowichan River — character, craftsmanship, and endless outdoor possibility.
The Property
A character-filled retreat in the heart of the Cowichan Valley.
Discover a truly unique 5-acre retreat just a short walk from Skutz Falls and Cowichan River Park — world-class hiking, swimming, paddling, fishing, camping, and direct access to the renowned Cowichan River Footpath. The home offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a bright, functional layout, and an unfinished basement with excellent storage and future potential.
Additional accommodation spaces, workshops, studio areas, and several outbuildings make it ideal for artists, hobbyists, homesteaders, or multi-use living. A large enclosed garden is filled with edible plants and medicinal herbs, while much of the acreage remains private, natural, and treed. Artistic details throughout add to its charm.
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Layout
Floor Plans
Detailed plans of the 1,541 sq ft main residence plus the round suite, studio, pavilion, and guest suite outbuildings — over 2,000 sq ft of additional finished space across the property.
Outside Your Door
Recreation & Trails
One of the few places on Vancouver Island where world-class river recreation begins at the end of your driveway.
Cowichan River Provincial Park
A long, narrow park following the Cowichan River — renowned for fly-fishing (steelhead, brown & rainbow trout), swimming holes, tubing, and the famed Cowichan River Footpath. Walk-in and drive-in campsites at Skutz Falls and Stoltz Pool.
Cowichan Valley Trail
A 122 km multi-use rail trail forming part of the Trans Canada Trail — perfect for walking, cycling, and horseback riding. Crosses the historic Kinsol Trestle and links Shawnigan Lake to Lake Cowichan and beyond.
Catchment
Top-Rated Schools
Within School District 79 (Cowichan Valley). Click each school to visit their website.
Nearby
Shopping & Dining
A short drive brings you to Lake Cowichan village for groceries, pubs, and waterfront cafés — and 25 minutes south is Duncan, a hub of artisan bakeries, restaurants, and the Cowichan Valley wine region.
See local cafés & restaurants →- Riverside Inn & Pub — Lake Cowichan
- The Stone Soup Inn — Youbou
- Cow Cafe — Lake Cowichan
- Jake's at the Lake
- Country Grocer — Lake Cowichan
- Duncan Farmers' Market
Listed by
Jason Finlayson
Personal Real Estate Corporation
Pemberton Holmes — Duncan
23 Queens Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 2W1
