Ruby Lake Resort
Welcome To Ruby Lake Resort
Resort reopening May 1st. Restaurant hours Friday to Sunday, 5pm to 9pm.
We are an Italian family-owned and operated resort 🇮🇹 since 1993, located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, British Columbia, between lake, mountains, and ocean.
This 88-acre natural reserve and bird sanctuary offers a one-of-a-kind getaway surrounded by forest, wetlands, and abundant wildlife, with scenic paths and a truly unique setting.
Vacation in one of our 10 lagoon view cottages or enjoy your stay in our private suite. Discover our rainforest village experience, where you can stay in glamping safari tents or rustic wood cabins, immersed in nature on one of the warmest lakes in British Columbia, ideal for swimming, paddling, hiking, and yoga.
A true food lover’s destination, where authentic Italian cuisine meets fresh West Coast ingredients at La Trattoria Italiana 🇮🇹.
A truly unique wedding and event destination, the resort offers a private setting for unforgettable celebrations, including an outdoor amphitheatre under the stars.
Just a short trip from Vancouver, Ruby Lake Resort offers a genuine and memorable West Coast experience.
Our Restaurant
La Trattoria Italiana 🇮🇹, led by father Aldo and son Paolo, is the heart of Ruby Lake Resort, a true food lover destination on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, well known across the coast and the Lower Mainland by both locals and visitors alike.
With a traditional north Italian influence at its core, the menu stays true to authentic recipes, offering a unique yet simple selection prepared with fresh blend of West Coast ingredients, locally sourced products, and farm to table produce.
Serenity & Beautiful Nature
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We offer accommodation services, dining, and multiple other activities for people that are open to exploring and enjoying nature. This makes for ideal honeymoon retreats, family vacations, rural weddings, and dinner parties.
The experience of a lifetime awaits you at Ruby Lake Resort.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city & venture into the wilderness.
Cottages
Ruby Lake Resort on the pristine Sunshine Coast offers 10 duplex cottages with beautiful water views overlooking the calm lagoon, nestled within a wildlife sanctuary. Home to painted turtles, beavers, otters, wood ducks and geese, with options including full kitchens, kitchenettes, or separate bedrooms.
Upper Rainforest Suite
The Upper Rainforest Suite at Ruby Lake Resort offers a spacious 600 sq ft apartment surrounded by nature, featuring a full kitchen with dishwasher, full size oven, and generous dining space for gathering. With a large table, breakfast bar, and covered outdoor area, it is ideal for couples or families seeking comfort, privacy, and extra space, perfect on its own or combined with a nearby cottage for shared meals.
Tiny Wood Cabins
A close encounter with nature. For those seeking upscale camping on the Sunshine Coast, these rustic wood cabins in the Spirit of the Rainforest Village offer a simple and peaceful way of staying, with a comfortable bed, basic electricity, quality mattress, linens and towels, and central showers and washrooms just a short walk away.
Safari Glamping Tents
For those who enjoy camping with added comfort, the Spirit of the Rainforest Village is home to 13 safari tents set in a cozy and natural setting. Divided into three areas, these tents sit on wooden platforms and feature comfortable beds, power, soft lighting, and three windows for light and airflow, along with an outdoor sitting area to take in the surrounding nature, with central showers, washrooms, and a shared outdoor kitchen nearby.
Reviews
"Really beautiful property with tons of natural beauty all around. We booked a tent but were contacted and upgraded to a cottage because of cold weather, which was a really nice treat. I loved all the birds and turtles on the lagoon so much! Forced me to slow down and I desperately needed that!"
"The cottage was on a lagoon teeming with bird life, so beautiful and peaceful. The restaurant was delicious and the hike recommended by the lovely Aberdonian that welcomed us was stunning."
"Over the moon about the locale,...We booked a tent with a gorgeous view. The lake, the lagoon, the animals, the woodsy landscaping, the air, the statues and structures. This place is a delight."
"We had our wedding here in August, and had the most amazing experience. Everyone who attended had a great time and loved the venue. It's such a beautiful location, and it was so great to have a range of affordable accommodation to meet everyone's needs."
"We really enjoyed the beautiful setting of Ruby lake resort. Crystal clear waters of the lake were great for a cooling swim. The glamping tents were clean and a relaxing quiet experience in the forest. The restaurant was great value and had fantastic Italian food, make a reservation before you arrive."
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Nature Food & Relaxation
Ruby Lake Resort is a one-of-a-kind vacation spot on the Sunshine Coast, British Columbia, a destination offering a perfect blend of nature for your personal retreat, a food lover getaway, and a very unique wedding venue, just a short ferry ride from Vancouver
Set on an 88-acre bird sanctuary, Ruby Lake Resort offers a peaceful escape where you can experience the very best of the West Coast lifestyle, blended with Italian culture. You can stay in one of our 10 lagoon view cottages or our suite, or explore a more close-to-nature experience with glamping in our rainforest village or our rustic wood cabins, along with access to our marina on Ruby Lake
Whether you are looking for a relaxing vacation, a wellness escape, or an outdoor adventure, the property offers swimming in one of the warmest lakes in British Columbia, paddle boarding at sunset, canoeing, hiking, nearby biking trails, yoga, and miles of natural trails, with easy access to the ocean and mountain hikes, and just a short 10-minute drive to the famous Skookumchuck Rapids
Known as a true food lover destination, guests can enjoy incredible farm-to-table cuisine at La Trattoria Italiana, or choose the freedom of self-catering in fully equipped accommodations surrounded by nature
Ruby Lake Resort is also one of the most unique wedding retreat and event destinations in British Columbia, Canada, offering a private setting where you can create your own unforgettable experience with family and friends, including a one-of-a-kind outdoor amphitheatre that seats up to 300 people, featuring a 600-year-old tree growing through its roof
The property offers a full catering package with a complete outdoor setup, including a beautiful outdoor kitchen, wood oven pizza, grills, and buffet-style service, all part of a one-of-a-kind West Coast outdoor culinary experience, along with a marquee tent accommodating seated events of up to 150 guests, while the overall property and event spaces can host culinary events, weddings, and retreats for up to 350 guests
For weddings and retreats, we can create a unique and creative blend of accommodations for your guests, allowing everyone to stay together on the property. Regular camping spots can be allowed to reach a comfortable capacity of up to 80 people, allowing everyone to stay on site. Other resorts are also nearby to accommodate overflow
Fully catered and licensed, the resort is ideal for weddings, retreats, and special events, combining natural beauty, authentic hospitality, and over 33 years of family-run tradition into a truly memorable experience.
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