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Canada / British Columbia / Chilko Lake
The Chilko Experience is a private wilderness estate offering an exceptional experience in the beautiful remote Chilko Valley in British Columbia.
Overview
The Chilko Experience Wilderness Resort is a private estate, delivering an all-inclusive experience and luxurious lodging in a comfortable log home, chef prepared meals, an open bar and guided activities.
Carl's House has two levels with a main level bedroom and then upstairs loft bedroom. Perfect for families, this two story log home accommodates six.
Located in a world class location in British Columbia on a pristine wilderness tract, The Chilko Experience is on the north end of Chilko Lake, British Columbia, Canada. Enjoy kayaking, SUV's, fishing, 4-wheeling, mountaineering or swimming in a private lake. And when you finish a full day of exploration, take a soak in the hot tub set amidst secluded shorelines, snow capped mountains and endless greenery. You will fall in love with The Chilko Experience.
On-site Amenities:
- Fully-equipped fitness center
- Wood-fired hot tub
- Lawn sports (badminton, bocce ball, croquet, etc.)
- Kubb (Viking lawn game)
- Enchanted forest trail
- Board and card games
- Campfire
- Children's obstacle course
Adventures - Guided Activities Offered
Location determines the scope of outdoor activities possible. The Chilko Lake location was carefully chosen for its beauty and versatility of possible outdoor adventure activities. The Chilko Experience is a multi-sport facility offering a variety of guided activities for the active and not so active. This allows them to host multi-generational families well. An eight-year-old grandson has different interests than his 80-year-old grandfather- but The Chilko Experience has both covered.
The Chilko Experience does not force its guests a fixed activity itinerary but rather lets them build their own from the dozen possible activities offered. This allows each guest flexibility of schedule.
Come enjoy the following adventures and activities:
- Chilko Lake Discovery Tour
- ATV trail riding
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddle boarding
- Canoeing
- Viking axe throwing
- Bear viewing
- Swimming
- Archery
- Meditation
- Wilderness skills workshop
- White water rafting - additional cost
- Massage - additional cost
- Fly-fishing - additional cost
- Heli-tour - additional cost
- Guided yoga
One of the main attractions is grizzly bear viewing that happens in September and October. Bear viewing at Chilko is an unforgettable wilderness experience, offering guests the chance to observe wild grizzlies up close as they feed and roam along the salmon-rich Chilko River. Set in a breathtakingly remote and pristine landscape, it’s a rare opportunity to connect with nature at its most powerful and authentic.
Features
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Sleeps 6 Guests
Children's Activities - Childcare Available
Food & Beverage - includes all meals, snacks and beverages
WiFi - Free High Speed Internet
TV/Cable - 200+ channels
Refrigerator in room
Phone - Complimentary Worldwide Calling
Parking - Complimentary
On-site Bar
Microwave in room
Children's obstacle course
Wood-fired hot tub (shared)
Canoes
Stand-up paddleboards
Fully-equipped fitness center
Yoga
Wraparound deck
Hiking trails
Campfire and s'mores
Ceiling fans
Guided Activities
Board games
Lawn sports
Housekeeping Service Daily
Fully Equipped Laundry Facility On-Site
Details
Bedroom Details
Beds can be configured for 6 individuals or 2 kings and 2 singles or any combination required to suit guest need
Bathroom Details
Upper Level loft has en-suite bathroom with shower
Lower Level has full bathroom with shower
Pool Details
Shared wood-fired hot tub overlooking the lake
Staff and Services
Housekeeping Service Daily
Food & Beverage - includes all meals, snacks and beverages including alcohol
There are no laundry facilities in the villas, but there is a fully equipped laundry facility on site with complimentary laundry services.
Staff and Services (at Additional Cost)
Charter travel can arranged
Massage
Cooking classes with world-renowned chef
Fly-fishing
Heli-adventures
White water rafting
Location Details
Located in the Chilcotin Region in British Columbia, Chilko Valley is located 150 air miles directly north of Vancouver.
For guests staying 6 nights or less, you have 3 options traveling to Chilko from Vancouver:
Take a one-hour charter flight directly to Chilko. (All 7 nights stays include a Free Charter Flight)
Or take a one-hour commercial flight to Williams Lake and rent a vehicle for the beautiful three-hour drive to Chilko.
Or drive 10 hours from Vancouver to Chilko via the beautiful Fraser Canyon.
Villa Notes
Stays are all-inclusive and include lodging in a log or timber frame home, chef prepared meals, an open bar and all guided activities.
Pets are welcome and stay for free with prior approval.
Double occupancy required.
Pets stay for free with prior approval.
Rates
Call customer service for pricing. |
USD rates above based on approximate currency conversion. Holiday dates may not be listed in rate chart. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please confirm rate, holiday dates, and currency with your vacation specialist at time of booking. | |||
Tax Service Charge Details *Please add 16% tax and service charge to all rates | |||
Minimum Stay Details3 night minimum | |||
Accidental Damage WaiverA $249 Accidental Damage Waiver applies to every reservation. |
Calendar
*Please contact us for availability.
Location
Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our vacation specialist.