The Lodges
Sea Otter Lodge
Your luxury base to explore Kyuquot
Sea Otter Lodge is a 3200 sq. ft. lodge hand-crafted by our family with wood milled on our property. With room for 12 people on a privately owned 7-acre island located in the outer islands of Kyuquot Village, this lodge is uniquely beautiful and comfortably set up for spectacular relaxation.
The lodge has five bedrooms and three bathrooms that are set up to accommodate groups of single adventurers, couples and/or family groups. The kitchen comes fully stocked with a commercial cookstove, grill, deep fryer, BBQ, large fridges and multiple freezers. The kitchen pantry is stocked with all basic cooking ingredients, such as flour, spices, oil and more. There’s a large mud room for drying gear in wet weather.
There are spacious areas for lounging with both big areas for fun gatherings or quiet little nooks for some solitude. The great room has a two-story rock fireplace ideal for cozy rainy evenings. For rainy days, the lodge supplies games, movies, craft supplies and a unique library of books. There’s also an eclectic collection of music CDs to enjoy. Outdoor decks are equipped with big wooden adirondack chairs for enjoying the fantastic views and relaxing in the warmth of a gas fireplace table.
There are many activities for the adventurous right on the island and nearby. The seven-acre island has walk-on beaches to explore and old-growth forest trails for hiking. There are canoes, rowboats, and kayaks for water exploration. Nearby on neighbouring islands are extensive hiking trails to discover.
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Full access to resources in lodge
Washer and dryer
24 hr hydro + back up generator
Satellite internet
Landline telephone
Gas outdoor fireplace
Wood stove & fireplace for heat
Fridge and freezer
On-demand hot water
Extra linens and towels
BBQ and dry frier
Lots of games, movies, books, music available for down days
Private boat moorage
Access to canoes, paddle board, kayaks, and rowboats
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BYOB (bring your own boat)
Fishing gear
Marine fuel
Food & meals
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Can I bring my Dog?
A: Yes! Fur friends are welcome.
Do I need to bring any cooking supplies?
A: No! We have a full-setup up kitchen with any industrial propane stove.
Do you offer meal services?
A. Yes, we offer bespoke catered meals for groups larger than 6.
Is there hiking in the area?
A: Yes! There’s lots of exploring to be done in the local area or a boat ride away.
How can I process my fish?
A. We have a cleaning table on the dock, plus a covered dry space for using a vacuum sealer or bagging fish. We have ample freezer space for you to transport your fish out in a cooler.
Is there cell phone service?
A. Cell service ends outside of Campbell River. There is some cell service at Woss Lake. In Kyuquot there is no cell phone service.
What is the best communication tool for Kyuquot?
A. The Vhf radio is an important communication tool in Kyuquot. Ch. 86 broadcasts all over Kyuquot Sound. A hand-held GPS is also a useful safety tool.
Can we buy booze in Kyuquot?
A: Guests may bring their own wine, beer & spirits with them. There are no liquor licences in Kyuquot
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Kyuquot Sound is located on the North West Coast of Vancouver Island.
Nanaimo —> Kyuquot
Travel north up the Island to Campbell River, roughly 2 hours on Highway 19. As it's your last stop for big-box resources, we suggest picking up last-minute supplies such as groceries, booze, etc. Get back on the Island Highway (Highway 19) for another 45 minutes to Sayward Co-op gas station. This is your second last stop for gas along the route to Kyuquot. Sayward also has a small grocery store and liquor store. Sayward is the last place you can buy wine, beer or spirits. You can also stop at the Woss for fuel, but be aware it is typically more expensive.
After you drive 15 minutes north past Woss, you’ll reach the Fair Harbour Service Road which is a gravel road on the left side that leads you through Zeballos to Fair Harbour. You’re going to travel 72 km along the gravel road. You’ll pass around the town of Zebellos unless you make a detour to stop for a visit, and continue along to Fair Harbour. There are a few forks in the road, be aware to follow all the signage pointing to Zebellos or Fair Harbour. Once you’ve arrived in Fair Harbour, you’re almost there! This is where you will park your vehicle, meet our boat or unload your own boat.
From Fair Harbour, you’re roughly a 35-minute boat ride away from Kyuquot Sound.
Please note, cell & internet service along the journey is spotty. Past Campbell River you lose cell service until you gain a brief connection in Woss. After Woss, you lose all service until you arrive at the lodge with internet. Make sure you confidently know the way before you lose service. Loading maps for offline use is a good tip.
Vancouver/International—> Kyuquot
Travelling from Vancouver or YVR, you have two ferry choices. Closest to YVR is the Tswwassen-Duke Point Ferry. The Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay ferry quickly connects you north on Highway 19 once on Vancouver Island. There are multiple ferries every day all season long. We highly recommend purchasing a two-way ferry reservation to secure your spots on your desired sailings. Whichever ferry you choose, once you arrive on Vancouver Island, find your way to Highway 19 and travel north to Campbell River. Once you reach Campbell River, simply follow the directions we’ve provided above for the North Island travel.
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We have 4 bedrooms on main floor with both queen and single beds. Upstairs is large suite with a spa-like bathroom. The upstairs suite can host both couples & singles. The total sleeping space for the lodge is 10-12 with 3 bathrooms. We can provide a room layout design upon request.
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We offer fully catered services for long-term crew accommodation in the off-season fall, winter or early spring months.
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