The Lodge
Private, luxury accommodation near Golden BC. The lodge is a large, rustic yet modern 4 bed log-frame cabin nestled in 16 acres of private woodland in the Canadian Rockies with a stunning hot tub and a world-class mountain view
a getaway for any season
Looking for a private mountain escape near Golden, BC? You’ve found it.
Surrounded by six spectacular national parks, The Lazy Elk is perfectly placed for adventure in every season. Summer brings endless opportunities for hiking, cycling, epic mountain-biking, white-water rafting, climbing, fishing, hunting, sailing – you name it — or simply slow down and enjoy the peace, wildlife and mountain views from the lodge.
In winter, the mountains transform. Ski or ride at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, less than 30 minutes away, head out snowmobiling at Quartz Creek and throughout the surrounding area, or step straight outside to explore our own snowy woodland trails. Then come home to soak under the stars, warm up by the fire and enjoy a cosy evening together.
Spring and autumn bring their own magic — quieter trails, abundant wildlife, changing colours and crisp mountain air. Whatever the season, The Lazy Elk is a place to adventure, slow down and enjoy your own little piece of the Canadian Rockies.
Plan your escape!
Our most popular dates, particularly summer and holiday periods, can book well in advance. Our online calendar is open up to 12 months ahead, so check availability and reserve your stay early if you have particular dates in mind.
Made for time together
With four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and generous living spaces, The Lazy Elk is perfect for families, groups of friends and multi-family escapes — while still feeling wonderfully cosy for couples looking for a little more space and privacy.
Planning something special?
If you’re considering hosting an event or special gathering at The Lazy Elk, please get in touch before booking so we can make sure the lodge is suitable for your plans.
AMENITIES
Sleeps 8
2 King bedrooms (one convertible to twins) and 2 Queen bedrooms, with plenty of space for everyone to relax.
Hot Tub
Sink into our high-end 8-person Beachcomber hot tub and soak up the spectacular mountain views — perfect after a day of adventure or beneath a star-filled sky.
Cozy Wood Heat
Warm up beside the large wood stove downstairs or pellet stove on the main floor — perfect for cozy mountain evenings.
16 Acres Private Woodland
Explore your own private woodland, with walking and snowshoe trails winding through the property.
Rocky Mountain View
Spectacular, unobstructed views across the Blaeberry Valley to Hedberg and Moberly peaks in the Canadian Rockies.
Grill / BBQ
Fire up the propane grill and enjoy outdoor dining on the deck, surrounded by spectacular mountain views.
3.5 Bathrooms
Plenty of space for everyone, with 3.5 bathrooms across three floors, including two waterfall showers and a bathtub.
Games Room
Pool table, games, TV and a cozy seating area around the wood stove — the perfect place to unwind together.
- Pet Friendly (max of 2)
- High Speed Wi-Fi across the property (~150MBPs)
- Washer & Dryer
- All towels / linens provided
- Fully stocked Kitchen
- 75" TV in living room & 42" in basement
- Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ all available
- Apple Music available across the property on Amazon Echo speakers
- Boot Room for all your gear
- Pack and Play & Highchair for infants
- Piano & Guitar available to play
- Tonnes of other amenities - if in doubt, drop us a line and ask!
AVAILABILITY
The availability calendar doesn’t allow bookings less than 24hrs in advance. However, if you’re looking for somewhere to stay tonight / less than 24 hours notice, please contact us as we may be able to help.
reviews / Testimonials
4.99* average on Airbnb – from over 160 reviews. 5.0* on VRBO, and 5.0* on Google. Some snippets below!
Mandy
June 2026 (VRBO)
“I have traveled a lot and stayed at many places, but I’ve never experienced hospitality as excellent as that from Andy and Charlie! Not only did they leave us a kitchen full of homemade goodies and souvenirs, but they added in small, little touches all throughout the home too!A basket in the kitchen complete with bug sprays, bear spray, mosquito repellents, maps, restaurant suggestions, etc. And a basket in each bathroom with multiple types of shaving creams, sewing kits, sanitary items, etc. There were notes everywhere explaining how to use Alexa (who my teen boys thought was hilarious to get stuck on fart songs), how to use the hot tub, how to wash the towels….I didn’t have to ask them a single question because they’d thought of it all! This was so refreshing!Now…the home itself is spectacular! I can’t even begin to describe the character. It’s in every nook and cranny. My musically talented kids absolutely loved the guitar, ukulele, and piano and kept us entertained each night. There is a view of the ginormous mountain from every room! One evening we had a huge double rainbow above the mountain while we were sitting in the hot tub. I mean, you can’t get anything better than that.It was a very quick drive into Golden and even faster to the Skywalk. We stayed 4 days in Golden and then headed over to Banff. We all agreed that we wish we’d just extended our stay the entire time at Lazy Elk. Plenty of space, beautiful view, every amenity….book it today!”
Kayla
JANUARY 2026 (AIRBNB)
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We were welcomed with homemade goodies, everything was laid out to perfection with how everything worked to how to leave the cabin when we leave. Charlotte and Andrew were very helpful and easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend staying here in the future as we all had a ten out of ten experience :)”
Laurenza
December 2025 (VRBO)
“This was by far the most impressive accommodation we’ve ever stayed in. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure our stay was incredible- they organised a Christmas tree in the cabin and even had decorations for us to put on the tree, once they learned this was a tradition we’d be missing away from home. They included a personalised gift for each of our children too. The kitchen was well stocked and everything worked like clockwork – I really appreciate the efficiency of a well run home in particular. The hosts were friendly and available to respond to our questions and address issues such as the fire stove not working at one point. Anything we raised was addressed immediately. I could not have asked for a better experience. My family and I will definitely return – I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cabin to everyone. An absolute gem! Exceptional hospitality and a brilliant property – you will never find anything as good as The Lazy Elk. Fantastic location – Golden is a gateway to explore the Rockies.”
Mariah
September 2025 (Airbnb)
“Beautiful house, immaculately kept, owners have thought of everything. Easiest house checkout I’ve ever had. They were so thoughtful and left us fresh bread, coffee, honey, beer, and a grocery bag to use. Saw deer daily, peaceful and serene. Would absolutely recommend to anyone else.”
Chau
March 2025 (Airbnb)
“The view! The mountain views from almost every room in this cabin are breathtaking! The cabin is extremely spacious — lots of room to spread out and have your own space. Very well-stocked kitchen! We had everything we needed to cook up amazing meals. The property is private and peaceful. It feels like your own private getaway in the mountains. Charlie and Andy were lovely and responsive hosts. This is a beautiful spot for a family gathering.”
Eric & Jenna
February 2025 (Airbnb)
“Our family, dogs included, had the most magical long weekend at the Lazy Elk. Beautiful peaceful surroundings, a warm spacious place to relax after a day of winter activities outside, a clean hot tub… We couldn’t ask for more. Will try and make it back one day!”