Our retreat offers novel glamping accommodations and self-contained guest suite. Enjoy stunning views of Kootenay River, explore edible gardens and walk mossy, forest trails on this 300 acre property in the mountains.
Conveniently located just close enough to Nelson, that you may order take-out dinner, yet far enough away to gaze at stars.
The retreat also features a beautiful event venue, gift shop and seasonal tours and workshops.
Our Studio
eARTh Community Clay Studios is a home studio with a breathtaking view. It is not just a pottery studio, it is an inspired playground for adults, kids, and anyone who likes to play with mud.
Hands-on help and personalized instruction are at the core of this experience. The friendly atmosphere supplies warm feedback and creative motivation to help you discover your inner potential.
Owner and teacher Diane Walters has worked with clay for thirty-five years and the learning industry for thirty. Sharing her experience and learning from others is at the core of this small business.
eARTh Community Clay Studios is situated in a beautiful studio with a view in Uphill Nelson, BC, Canada, located at 1116 Latimer St, Nelson, BC. We are open Sept – April and closed for late spring and summer.
If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own light-filled art studio, eARTh Community Clay Studios is for you. Though we specialize in beginner wheel and hand-building classes, if you are a practiced potter, you’ll appreciate our wheel and hand-building work areas, Shimpo wheels and slab roller, our selection of stains and glazes, and our regular firing schedule during our open studio sessions. Everything you need is right here. Experienced Potters and Sculptors make up our team of ceramic professionals who are ready to share their talents.
Evergreen Natural Foods-Fresh, Organic, Wholesome since 1990. Home of: The Everbean Cafe-offering a refreshing fusion of foods and beverages from around the world. Open store hours 7 days a week.
The store offers Certified Organic, gourmet and wholesome foods from local sources and from around the world, seasonal garden centre and fruit stand.
In our cafe we have organic local roasted coffees, espresso, tea, and many other beverage choices made to order as well as a variety of homemade style foods fresh from our kitchen.
Conveniently located in the hub of Nelson’s retail section on Baker Street. This lovely little shop is a great place to soak up the Nelson Vibe, come down after a long drive or chill before heading back to the rat race.
Specializing in new age books, jewellery with metaphysical significance, beautiful and powerful crystals, incense, candles and aromatherapy to set a romantic or relaxing mood.
This executive suite has been styled to be a gallery for the visual arts and many of the pieces are for sale.
The views are among the best Nelson has to offer! This suite is minutes from hundreds of mountain bike trails or easy walks along the rails to trails. Enjoy a Bbq dinner while relaxing outside in Adirondack chairs while taking a break from your artwork in the studio.
Stop in to Gerick’s for all your sports needs. From xcountry skis to mountain bikes and a full selection accessories. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you.
Bike, skiing and hockey equipment: sales, service and rentals.
Home based Artist studio & gallery in Balfour, BC. Featuring original artwork, Art Cards, and a limited selection of Prints. Check website, fb, Instagram or call for hours, as they may fluctuate. Studio Appointments available.
Enjoy your stay in one of the original homes of Nelson!
Built in 1898 by the 1st manager of the Hudson’s Bay store and built on land formerly owned by Nelson’s 1st physicians, our home is filled with history.
Relax on the balcony and take in the view of the mountains, B.O.B & Kootenay Lake while you sip your morning coffee.
Our home is spacious with 3 bedrooms & 2 full washrooms, kitchen, laundry room & private fenced yard.
A short walk to the shops on Baker st. and minutes to the beach at Lakeside park.
Available for monthly rentals & pet friendly! Find us on AirBnb & Vrbo or contact us by email : heritagehomeinnelson@gmail.com
Here at Hipperson’s Home Hardware we believe that our customers come first. That’s why we are open 7 days a week and have a team of friendly staff ready to help you with whatever you need. We have flyers out almost every week with featured products that have unbeatable prices.
Looking for fun, funky style, special gifts. We have a wide array of jewlery, keychains, piggybanks, toys, handbags, purses, wallets, packs, home decor, tea, teaware and much much more. Come by and visit us at 550 Baker st. Nelson.
KARIBU PARK – is nestled in the picturesque Slocan Valley, in the Selkirk Mountains of the West Kootenays, between Calgary and Vancouver. We are on the pristine Slocan River in the hamlet of Winlaw, centrally located to Valhalla & Kokanee Provincial Parks, and the towns of Nelson, Castlegar and New Denver.
A campground for Self-contained RV’s only. Full Service Hook-ups. Wireless Internet. No washrooms or showers available. Daily,weekly and monthly rates. Pets allowed – on leash. Located just south of Nelson on Hwy 6 across from the Welcome to Nelson sign. Reach us by cell phones at 354-8451 or 354-8127 or 352-7238 office phone. Open year round $25.00 per night.
The full moon is rising! Kootenai Moon Furniture stands proud in the heart of Baker Street, as Nelson’s Furniture Boutique.
Kootenai Moon Furniture is the local place to discover unique contemporary furniture; sofas, loveseats and chairs in sumptuous fabrics and noble leathers, dining and bedroom furniture, free standing electric fireplaces, outdoor furniture, luxurious Egyptian cotton and bamboo bed linens and towels, and out of the ordinary home décor. Our 6000 sq. ft. boutique emanates colors, textures, luxury, comfort and beauty. Kootenai Moon is a destination for furnishings with global influences, for your home, condo, cabin, lake house, or office. Customer relationships are important to us. We believe that by providing services and products to our families, our friends, our neighbors, and visitors to the Kootenays, we can contribute to the well-being of our communities. Visit us, or check out our website.
We serve our members and community and strengthen our local food system by providing the highest quality, local, sustainable, and organic products at reasonable prices, in a welcoming environment, with exemplary customer service.
Kootenay Crate Company has locally sourced and handcrafted wood furniture to help with your home organization-practical, functional bed frames, shelving , entertainment units and more. In addition to locally made furniture we offer the handcrafted products made by Kootenay based artists and artisans to beautify your space. Gift giving with an emphasis on supporting local talent and creativity! We also carry Springwall Canadian made mattresses to compliment out crate storage beds.
Kootenay Tamil Kitchen is a South Indian Restaurant in Nelson, BC. We serve real authentic South Indian food exclusive for the people of Kootenays. We are Tamils by birth living in the Kootenay region. Being far far away from home, we’ve had many a craving for a simple South Indian meal. The ones which we were lovingly fed by our mothers and grandmothers, where we had no calorie-counting. We wanted to recreate those awesome dishes and present them to our beloved Kootenay community.
We take pride in providing authentic Indian spices to the people of the Kootenays.
We are Tamils by birth living in the Kootenay region. Being far far away from home, we’ve had many a craving for a simple South Indian meal. The ones which we were lovingly fed by our mothers and grandmothers, where we had no calorie-counting. We wanted to recreate those awesome dishes and present them to our beloved Kootenay community.

Nelson vision experts that provide the Kootenays with a vast selection of designer frames, glasses and sunglasses. Need your glasses in a hurry? L’Optique offers one-hour for most prescriptions. Your new glasses manufactured while you wait. We can also repair and service your existing eyeglasses. Our professional staff has extensive knowledge and we pride ourselves in great customer service for the right price.
Looking for sunglasses? L’Optique carries brands like Rayban, Tom Ford, Prada, Gucci, Moscot, Maui Jim, Oakley, Dior and much, much more.
DOWNTOWN GEM!! A charming & inviting 2 bedroom fireplace suite, Railtown Suite is perfect for up to 4 people wanting to relax right in the heart of Nelson – walk to all cafes, delightful coffee shops, theatre, shopping, markets.. even Gyro Park and beautiful Cottonwood Falls with its Saturday market are just a stroll away.
Superb location; spacious, beautiful, & comfortable! $155/$195 low season/high season. N/S, no pets, no parties or loud music, 10pm quiet. GST included.
2 BDRM Railtown Suite has 1200 sqft of living area, incl:
* reliable wifi
* NETFLIX
* cable TV
* patio w/table & chairs
* coffee/tea bar
* COMFY lounge
* FULL kitchen
* gas FIREPLACE
* free LAUNDRY
* free PARKING for 2 vehicles, one behind the other, please
INSPIRE Room:
* warm, inviting design featuring golden hues and soft lighting
* quality pillow-top Queen bed with luxury upholstered sleigh bed
* 300 thread count sheets, silk duvet
* spacious 200 sq ft bedroom
* electric fireplace
* barn door closet and dresser
ADVENTURE Room:
* industrial brick decor with Edison bulb lighting
* quality Queen bed w/ pillow top mattress & modern metal & wood bed frame
* light blocking beautiful velvet curtains
* 300 count cotton sheets, fluffy down duvet
* private entrance to patio

Escape to our modern mountain retreat for a peaceful getaway in the heart of Nelson.
With 20′ ceilings and stunning views, the Grand Loft offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Just a short walk to downtown and with easy access to skiing, you’re in the best location.
Unwind in the hot tub or wander through local artisan shops before retiring to one of our comfortable bedrooms.
Come experience the grandeur of the mountains & relaxation at its finest – dare we say, heavenly?
The space
Welcome to our luxurious Grand Loft, a chic and comfortable retreat. As you enter, you’ll be greeted by soaring ceilings, wood floors, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and lake.
The Master bedroom boasts unique barn doors opening onto the beautiful living area below, a luxurious king bed, and a cozy electric fireplace sitting area. The Master loft also has a round pedestal table and chairs and a dream en-suite with a soaker tub and spacious waterfall shower.
The Canter room has a tranquil ambiance with a white horse mural and its own private full ensuite. The Canter room features deluxe bedding on a comfortable queen bed and closet space.
Relax in the living room, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and leather sectional couch, or prepare a meal in the enormous kitchen with its gas stove and 10′ fir slab bar with stools. When it’s time to dine, gather around the stunning live edge hand-hewn fir dinner table.
Step outside onto the private mountain/lake view balcony and unwind in the jacuzzi hot tub for two. Our home also features a washer/dryer and keyless code lock for your convenience.
While the railroad tracks run right in front of the suite, with trains passing by a couple of times a day, most guests find this interesting and no problem at all. The trains run fairly slow and don’t usually honk on this end of town. The tracks run all along the lake, and therefore the train can also be heard through much of the town.
Experience the beauty, comfort, and convenience of our gorgeous Grand Loft.
Guest access
FREE parking in the driveway and you will be given a door code for the keyless front door entry. The whole space is yours to enjoy! Only 2 closets will be off limits upstairs. Thank you for respecting this privacy.
Other things to note
NO CHILDREN under 10 years old. Recommended for couples, families, and friends looking for a quiet getaway. You will be living in 2000 sq ft of grand, yet cozy lodging with sculpture and paintings to enhance your unique experience at The Lamplighter Grand Loft suite.
Spaberry hot tub is for 2 people max.
Lillie & Cohoe makes beautiful hats, and represents a style and design philosophy that caters to elegant and discerning women throughout the world. All hats are designed and manufactured in Nelson, and are represented internationally through agents to the retail trade. Two lines per year are created and available at retail stores, on-line and at high end art fairs in Calgary, Toronto and Chicago. The business has grown over the last 14 years and now has enthusiastic buyers in North America, British Isles and South Korea. Quality of workmanship backs up the distinctive design in these hats, and each hat is a long term friend in the wardrobe.
Come stay with us and enjoy a home-away-from home!
Fully equipped suites with everything you need for a most enjoyable stay in the magical Kootenay region. Overlooking Kootenay Lake, this charming Heritage Building was built in 1926 and has been transformed over the decades into four beautiful, artistically designed, self-contained suites that can accommodate a single person or a large group of up to twelve people. Free off-street parking, smoke-free interior, beautiful yard and gardens.
We are located in the middle of Nelson town, close to all the favourite local amenities, including over 35 restaurants within walking distance!
We also have another option: our Morning Star Cabin, tucked away in the forest on the perimeter of Nelson, for anyone looking for a truly unique and different experience. Our Cabin can accommodate up to four people and is a five minute drive from downtown Nelson.
For eclectic, vibrant, exclusive and affordable accommodation, contact us!
Inside, the beach house is warm and inviting, perfect for a romantic getaway, working remotely, or a family vacation. Enjoy the comfort of a fully equipped kitchen, king-size bed, and all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. Truly the best of both worlds as the beach house is located in a quiet local neighbourhood, between the pristine lake and massive forests, yet only a quick drive, bike or walk to the amenities and city.
And if you’re a dog lover, you’re in luck! Our friendly Sheepadoodle, Sully, loves to hang out with guests and will be sure to make your stay even more enjoyable.
Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the beauty of Nelson, British Columbia. Book your stay today!
If you’re looking for a quiet, private and romantic setting topped off with eclectic vibes and artistic expression, this one might be the perfect place for you. We strive for the utmost comfort and satisfaction for all our guests.
Adventure beckons in the mountains, rivers and beyond whether you want a romantic get-away or take your kids and friends for an adventure. We’ve got you covered down to the finest details – this includes providing Oso Negro coffee beans to start your morning right!