Luxury Yurt with Highland Cows

Yurt in East Kootenay, Canada

  1. 3 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Sophia
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

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Enjoy a cozy retreat immersed in nature. This charming, rustic yurt overlooks HaHas Lake and Kimberley Ski Hill, set on a peaceful farm with Scottish Highland cattle, just over 20 minutes from Kimberley, BC.

Watch our friendly Highland cattle graze from the yurt deck. Wake to birdsong and fall asleep beneath the stars through the skylight.

An elevated off-grid experience with the luxuries of solar power, a kitchenette, hot water, flushing toilet, and fireplace for year-round comfort.

The space
🛏 Sleeping & Comfort

Queen bed with natural medium-firm wool mattress & cozy cotton flannel linens.

Optional cot for a child or third guest (+$40/night)

Storage in pantry/cupboard, bedside tables, and drawers under the bed.

Skylight for stargazing.

Wood furnace to stay cozy in winter. Bathroom has propane heat.


🍳 Kitchen & Dining

Kitchenette with fridge & small freezer, 2-burner propane stove, sink, kettle, cookware, utensils & French coffee press.

BBQ for outdoor cooking.

Coffee, tea, sugar, olive oil, salt & pepper are provided.

Small indoor dining table or outdoor seating on the deck.


🚿 Bathroom

Hot shower, sink, flushable composting toilet.

Towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash are provided.


🌿 Deck & Outdoor Living

Large deck with comfy seating for morning coffee or sunset drinks with views of the lake and ski hill.

Fenced in area around yurt.


🐄 Highland Cattle Experience

Watch our friendly Scottish Highland cattle graze from the yurt deck or interact with them safely from within the fenced area.

Hay can be found behind the yurt to help attract the cows over. They also love organic carrots & romaine lettuce.

Optional cow brushing sessions can be added for a hands-on experience


🌱 Sustainability & Eco-Living

Our yurt is made in Canada and features a natural cotton cover & wool insulation.

Much of the wood was harvested and milled on the property and treated with eco-friendly wood treatment.

Powered with renewable solar energy.

It features natural and sustainable cork flooring.

We use eco-friendly cleaning products.


👉🏼Connectivity & Practical Info

Unlimited Starlink WiFi.

Cell reception - normally a couple of bars.

Sorry, no pets.

Owners live on the property, plus a permanent tenant approx 300 ft from yurt.


🌻 Seasons & Wildlife

Each season brings its own kind of magic on the farm:

Spring: wildflowers & birdsong.

Summer: hummingbirds, turtles, long warm days

Fall: golden aspen & larch, crisp mornings, clear skies.

Winter: sparkling snow, frosted cows, stillness.

Wildlife includes deer, elk, foxes, coyotes, gophers, chipmunks, squirrels, beavers, badgers, the occasional moose, birdlife, waterfowl including loons and the endangered Western painted turtle. You may also get a visit from our friendly barn cat Sparticus.


🎿 Outdoor Adventures & Local Gems

HaHas Lake: paddleboarding, kayaking, skating (seasonal).

Kimberley: Charming Bavarian style town with many locally owned shops & restaurants, just over a 20 minute drive away.

Skiing: cross-country & downhill.

Hiking, biking, snowshoeing, skating, fishing, golf, hot springs.

Within driving distance from Cranbrook (40 mins), Invermere (75 mins) & Fernie (90 mins).


💫 Why Guests Love It

Unique farmstay with friendly Highland cattle.

Off-grid yet luxurious & cozy.

Stunning lake & mountain views.

Perfect for romantic escapes, family adventures, or peaceful retreats.

Guest access
Access is just over 3km from Highway 95A, down a gravel forest service road. The road is plowed in winter.

Guests have full access to the yurt, large deck & fenced in area around yurt.

Other things to note
✨ Optional Farm & Wellness Experiences

🐄 Cow Brushing Sessions
For guests seeking a closer, hands-on experience with our Scottish Highland cattle. These sessions are guided and unhurried, allowing you to connect with the cattle, get to know their individual personalities, and capture some up close photographs.

Sessions are around 40 minutes for $40. This helps cover our time, care, & the additional insurance required for hands-on animal interactions.

💆‍♀️ In-Suite Massage
Enhance your stay with a relaxing in-suite massage or couples massage, subject to therapist availability.
Starting at $110 per person.

🎶 Sound Bath Experience
Drift into deep relaxation with a 40-minute sound bath in the yurt, featuring soothing quartz crystal singing bowls & chimes. Their gentle vibrations help quiet mental chatter and encourage a deeply calming, meditative state.
$50 per session.

🔥 Sauna Experience
A local company, Kamu Sauna, offers community sauna sessions and portable sauna rentals, which can be arranged separately through them to complement your stay.

Registration details
Provincial registration number: Exempt

What this place offers

Lake access
Wifi
Private patio or balcony
Private backyard – Fully fenced
Indoor fireplace: wood-burning

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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 159 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

East Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada

Meet your host

Superhost
159 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
Lives in Kimberley, Canada
Originally from London, England. At home in the mountains. Favourite season: Winter Favourite sport: Skijoring Animal Lover. Yoga teacher. Enjoy arts and crafts, baking, gardening, reading & learning about holistic medicine.

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