Vrbo has released its annual Vacation Rentals of the Year list. This year’s winners include several mountain properties, most of them—unsurprisingly—in British Columbia. Similar to previous years, the winners also include properties near Mont-Tremblant in Quebec and a beachfront rental in the Maritimes.
A distinctive feature of these vacation rentals are the scenic landscape for guests to enjoy. Whether they are overlooking Mount Rundle in a mountain home or sharing a view of St. Peter’s Harbour from a beach house, each vacation rental showcases the nature around them. The rentals on this list have earned a “Loved by the Guest” badge, which Vrbo gives to properties with top-rated reviews for their beauty, excellent amenities, and proximity to attractions in the area.
Banff, Alta.
Cozy up in this elevated cabin with an encapsulating view of Mount Rundle. Located in the downtown district, the cabin offers easy access to multiple attractions, including a one-minute walk to Banff National Park. This rustic mountain home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, clean wood interiors, and a warm gas fireplace.
Nordic-Inspired Mountain Retreat
Nordic-Inspired Mountain Retreat
Nordic-Inspired Mountain Retreat
Fernie Mountain, B.C.
This private, Nordic-inspired spa retreat at Fernie Mountain House is an ideal space for ski enthusiasts. With seven bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms, the home accommodates 16 guests to explore the panoramic views of Fernie Mountain. This retreat offers an outdoor hot tub, cold plunge barrel, and a wood-lined sauna to warm you up after you hit the slopes. The owner also receives some brownie points for donating $100 of each booking to local charities.
Invermere, B.C.
This serene cabin is nestled in the mountains of Invermere, and is a five-minute drive from the Copper Point golf course. The property has five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms with a view of the mountain in each room. It is a family friendly cabin, which includes a wraparound deck on the main floor with a table, seating, and barbecue arrangement; an indoor kids’ area; and access to a Pack ‘n Play portable playpen.
Mont-Tremblant, Que.
Tucked away in the Laurentians, this chalet is six minutes away from Quebec’s infamous Mont-Tremblant resort. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home accommodates eight guests with plenty of opportunity for relaxation, including a hot tub, indoor sauna, and access to Club de la Pointe, which offers year-round activities on Lake Superior.
Port Medway, N.S.
Situated by East Berlin Beach, this modern home was built for coastal appeal, with shiplap walls and a premier chef’s kitchen. For swimmers, the beach is about a minute away, and there’s a hot tub at the house to relax in after a long swim. The property has four bedrooms and three bathrooms with a view of the harbour and the Atlantic in each room.
St. Peters Harbour, P.E.I.
This beach house is one of three built in the sand dunes of St. Peter’s Harbour. Spanning 3,000 sq. ft., this property has five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms throughout the primary home and its separate carriage house. For unlimited access to ocean views, this beach house has multi-level wraparound decks to catch the sunset.
Utterson, Ont.
Located on Three Mile Lake in Muskoka, this cottage has views of the water from its deck and private dock, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the forest. Guests can spend their time canoeing, paddleboarding, and swimming. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this cottage can accommodate up to eight guests.
Whistler, B.C.
Overlooking Whistler Mountain, this mountain chalet is primed for comfort: it has a media room, a billiards room, a workout space, a private heated pool, and a hot tub. The property can accommodate up to 10 people with four bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms across 5,000 sq. ft. It is also an ideal cabin for ski-lovers, with a private gondola for ski-in/ski-out access from December to March.
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