The Niven Lake Retreat

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8
  • The entire place is yours
  • 700 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: The Niven Lake Retreat in Yellowknife offers a spacious apartment with two bedrooms and a living room. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. Convenient Facilities: The property provides private and express check-in and check-out services, family rooms, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dishwasher, and soundproofing. Prime Location: Located 2.5 mi from Yellowknife Airport, the retreat is a 14-minute walk from the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Center. Nearby attractions include an ice-skating rink and winter sports. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, the retreat is praised for its friendly host and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Gisela
United States United States
“The property is located in a safe neighborhood and is fully equipped with all appliances and more.”
Elizabeth
United States United States
“The apartment is beautiful, well-stocked with everything you need and has very comfortable beds. We stayed four nights and will definitely stay here again. It's in a quiet, friendly neighborhood with just a 15 minute walk to town. The owner is...”
Maya
United States United States
“We had a wonderful stay in Yellowknife. The property is very clean, fully equipped with everything you would need for pleasant stay. Great location in a quiet neighborhood. The host went above and beyond in making sure we have everything we need...”
Glenn
United States United States
“Location was excellent for us! Property was very clean, very well organized, 2 bedroom layout was great, and came with loads of amenities. Trail walk around the lake was beautiful. We could incorporate a walk into town utilizing the lake...”
Stuart
Canada Canada
“Location, amenities and attention to details were excellent!”
Frank
Germany Germany
“We stayed at Michel's apartment for 10 days in March 2026: Michel was exceptionally accommodating, friendly, and always helpful, so we felt very comfortable from the very beginning. The apartment was very well-equipped and left nothing to...”
Golden
Australia Australia
“A truly exceptional stay at The Niven Lake. From the moment we arrived, everything felt thoughtful, calm, and beautifully curated. The location is stunning, the accommodation is immaculate, and the overall experience strikes the perfect balance. A...”
Yuen
Canada Canada
“6 Stars The host was very helpful and responsive. And he provides everything you need. My friends and I had a very comfortable stay. We are going to recommend it to our friends who wish to visit Yellowknife.”
Anna
Canada Canada
“Immediately as we walked in the apartment felt inviting and fresh. The apartment is lovely and very clean, and the kitchen is surprisingly well stocked. I am really really impressed and would recommend this spot to everyone!”
Voudrach
Canada Canada
“The apartment is beautiful. I loved everything about it. It was comfortable and clean.”

Hosted by Michel

9.8
Host Review Score
Michel
Welcome to our unique and charming apartment nestled within a house handcrafted by a skilled civil engineer in the picturesque city of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Situated near the tranquil Niven Lake, this accommodation offers a perfect blend of comfort, natural beauty, and easy access to the mesmerizing wilderness where you can witness the enchanting Northern Lights.
A civil engineer with a passion to build infrastructure. In my free time, you can find me hanging with my friends for a latte, or enjoying Yellowknife's premier beer at the Brew Pub. I love to help out as much as I can. I like to keep things simple, respect all and enjoy life. We are available for any questions or inquiries 24/7
Niven Lake is a nice, trendy and safe neighbourhood. Take a walk or a drive and enjoy the beautifully curated neighbourhood with uniquely designed houses and view points. Stroll down the hill from Niven Lake to Canada’s wildest neighbourhood - Yellowknife's Old Town - described in Spectacular Northwest Territories as the "zany, historic, outdoorsy epicentre of the city", Here you will find a wild array of log-cabins, waterfront mansions, First Nations art galeries, fresh-fish restaurants, rustic coffee shops, a brew pub, bike/canoe/kayak-rental shops, the snow castle, fishing boats and bobbing houseboats. The North’s best events, including sled-dog races and floatplane gatherings - and most colourful people, like the SnowKing, are found here. Downtown is a 3 minutes drive from the house or a 15 minute walk along the Niven Lake trail. Within a few blocks you will find a grocery store, drugstores, coffee shops, restaurants, banks, bars and other amenities. Yellowknife also has door dash for deliveries and you can also call a cab to get around.
Languages spoken: English,French

Area info

Amenities of The Niven Lake Retreat

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Niven Lake Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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