Sleepy Bear Retreat

Mobile House

Off-Grid Skoolie Retreat

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 4 Beds

🏔️ 150 acres of private wilderness in the Blaeberry Valley, 20 min from Golden. Iconic renovated yellow school bus nestled in the forest with mountain views — a unique and unforgettable experience for the whole family. Three private waterfalls accessible via a private trail. Thomson Falls and several well-known trails less than 3 km away. Direct vehicle access. Authentic wildlife and the Canadian Rockies as your playground.

The space
The Sleepy Bear Skoolie — a real converted school bus, set deep in old-growth forest, woken by morning light and the sound of the nearby river.
Sleeping for 4 people:

1 Queen bed
1 bunk bed (ideal for kids — narrower for adults)

Equipment:

Outdoor kitchenette with gas stove
Outdoor table and BBQ area
90L water tank for cooking
Solar lighting
Cooler provided (bring your own ice)
Outdoor composting toilet

The private waterfalls steps away also serve as a natural swimming hole.
No WiFi, no cell service, no shower, no curtains — just the forest, the river and the starry sky.

Other things to note
What "off-grid forest skoolie" actually means:

❌ No shower or traditional plumbing
❌ No refrigerator — cooler provided
❌ No WiFi or cell service
❌ No curtains — morning light comes in early
💧 Water limited to 90L tank for cooking only
☀️ Minimal solar lighting

Wildlife & bear safety:
You are staying in active wildlife habitat. The following rules are mandatory:

No food or waste left outside
Scented items stored at all times
Bear spray strongly recommended

⚠️ The Skoolie lives and breathes with the surrounding forest. Small four-legged visitors occasionally make an appearance. If you need a sterile and controlled environment, this is not your place. If you love raw, authentic nature — welcome home.
Mosquitoes possible in summer — bring repellent.

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Highlights

Parking

Pets welcome

Pictures

Amenities

Parking & facilities

Parking option included, Private garden, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Policies

Pets allowed, Smoking not allowed, Long-term stays allowed

Entertainment

Board games

Heating & cooling

Fire pit, Fireplace

Kitchen & dining

Kitchen, Coffee machine, Coffee, Cooking basics, Dining table, Dishes and silverware, Hot water kettle, Wine glasses

Location features

Private entrance

Bathroom & laundry

Bed linen, Essentials

Home Safety

Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, Smoke detector

House Rules

  • Pets welcome

  • Smoking not allowed

Check-in: 03:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Rates

Our rates may vary day-by-day. Please select a period to see the exact price for your stay.

Policy and notes

Payment Schedule

50% of the total amount is due at time of reservation.

The remaining amount is to be paid 7 day(s) before arrival.

Cancellation Policy

All paid prepayments are non-refundable.

Security deposit

No security deposit is due.

Availability

Select check-in date

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About host

MB
Marc-Antoine Bar

Contact us

  • Email:bar.marcantoine@gmail.com
  • Phone:+33768079009
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Off-Grid Skoolie Retreat
Columbia-Shuswap, Canada
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from €84 per night