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In the heart of Buffalo Sands, Skipping Stone Lodge offers a year-round retreat. Enjoy BBQs on the large deck with sunset views or cozy up by the outdoor fire pit after a day of skating or swimming in Buffalo Lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake!

  • Come relax and enjoy our bright and spacious year round lakehouse retreat - Skipping Stone Lodge in Buffalo Sands!

    Whether it's summer, winter, spring or fall, it's beautiful time to head for the lake.

    Need a place for a summer vacation? Spend your days soaking up the sun, building sand castles and splashing in the lake (less than a 5 minute walk from the house). Kids like to play in the sand? Load up the wagon with buckets and shovels and head for the beach! Got a boat? Bring it along - there are boat launches within a short distance at both Rochon Sands and White Sands (no cost at either launch and and there is a place to park your vehicle/trailer while you are on the water at each). After a day of fun, enjoy a BBQ on the large deck while the sun sets.

    Looking for something to do during the winter season? Bring your Skates!
    Just steps away from the house, the neighborhood pond is maintained with a skating oval and an area for a friendly game of hockey - including nets! Lace up your skates, brew up some hot chocolate, build a fire in the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the winter with some family time outdoors.

    Love to fish? Buffalo Lake is a great lake for fishing in the summer and the winter. The most common fish in the lake are Northern Pike and Burbot.

    A perfect getaway from from the city with all the comforts of home. Only 1 hour and 45 minutes from Edmonton and 2 hours and 15 minutes from Calgary. Need supplies?Groceries? Looking to eat out or pick up some take out? The cottage is only 20 minutes from Stettler where you can find anything you may need during your stay.

    No matter the season, everyone will find something to keep them busy! Board games at the kitchen table, a friendly game of ping pong in the walkout basement, a Disney+ movie with the family or catch up with your favorite sports team on the big screen with Sportsnet.

    Swimming, skating, ice fishing, playing in the sand, roasting marshmallows or building a snowman - we have it all!

    Follow us on Instagram at: skipping.stone.lodge
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Buffalo Sands Community quiet time is after 11:00 p.m.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

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County of Stettler, AB

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Lake
    5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rochon Sands Provincial Park
    7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
    34 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Cold Lake
    34 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Stettler Town and Country Museum
    38 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Red Deer, AB (YQF-Red Deer Regional)
    96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Men Men Don Don
    23 min drive
  • Grandma's Kitchen
    10 min drive
  • Walsh Camp at Buffalo Lake
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake! located?

Situated on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Buffalo Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Rochon Sands Provincial Park. Pheasantback Golf Club is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.

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Skipping Stone Lodge at Buffalo Lake - Year Round fun at the Lake! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samanta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Dan and Leslie home is wonderful. Super clean, well maintained, the bedroom and bathroom distribuiton is great and there is everything you can possible need. My family and friends had a great time there. Certainly a place to come back in another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is beautiful and well equipped. We greatly enjoyed the large living area and big windows as it provided us such a bright, comfy area to sit and knit or play cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming hosts with speedy replies to any questions you might have. The cabin was well prepared, clean and very cozy. A great way to spend the week with friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice area, amazing property, charming rooms

we were a group of 10 adults. It was very nice stay, quite natural area, cozy and luxurious house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet, clean, no issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic family get-away

We had three generations of family staying for the weekend, and we all had a lovely time. There is lots for the kids to do, and the view is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Beautiful, quiet location near the lake. Lots of space in a nice house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hazel T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place!

we loved the layout of the space! it was just enough for our family. we enjoyed our time
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend

A lovely stay with the extended family. A great time for kids and appreciate the new hot tub.Very easy process and lots to do for all three generations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our group of 9 had a great stay! There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space if they wanted. The ping pong table was a hit. Would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rochon Sands

Great property. Fit our needs very well. Very comfortable and well stocked with dishes.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

Beautiful cabin. The weather wasnt perfect but we still had a lovely time. Lots of room and lots of light and windows.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Girls’s Getaway

7 friends spent 2 nights and had a great time. It was great to have 5 bedrooms and fully stocked kitchen. We really appreciated small things like Saran and tin foil. There was tons of room to spread out and each have our own little corner of the house and outdoors. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nothing but great things to say about this property. the location, people, extras, everything was perfect! so much space to play games, sit around the camp fire, go swimming, etc. lesli & dan were great at communicating & made the experience so much easier! will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hollie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

I totally enjoyed the peacefulness of it. The home was fantastic and I'm very pleased with my experience. Thank you for allowing me to enjoy your beautiful home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion

We had an awesome stay. The weather was great if a little warm. Our hosts responded whenever we needed something which wasnt often as we had just about everything we needed. The cabin is wonderful and roomy for all the family that came. We have been twice now and are hopefully planning a third trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home for a family vacation!

Great home for a nice relaxing family vacation! The pond/skating rink in the backyard is gorgeous, and being in such proximity to the lake makes it even better. The highlight surely was the table tennis in the basement - lots of fun with the whole family. Dan and Lesli were great hosts! Extremely responsive and flexible to accommodate our requests. We'll be coming back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Vacation

We had a fantastic stay here. 11 people total including 2 under 7 and 2 teens. We had more then enough space and were all very comfortable. The house has alot to offer and you can just show up with your pwrsonal belongings. Beautiful wood burning fireplace, gas down stairs. The hot tub was really nice too. We will most certainly be booking some time here this summer if available. Also communication with the hosts was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time at Buffalo Lake

Our extended family of 13 (including seniors, adults, teenagers and kids) had a great time at Skipping Stone Lodge. The house was very well equipped for cooking for large groups and had many extras - lots of lawn chairs, outside bean bag game, life jackets, board games, etc. We enjoyed many games of ping pong, fishing on the lake, board games, campfires, meals together and just being able to be in one place together. We would all highly recommend this place to anyone. Thanks so much Dan and Lesli. You are great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas at the cabin!

We rented this house for our 13 member family as we took them on the Polar Express Train. The location was perfect: 25 minutes from the train. The house was great. We had the two youngest sleep on the floor and in a playpen in the upstairs master bedroom so there was room for all of us. The hot tub is always loved by kids and adults alike. Lesli was always prompt with her responses and was very accommodating. There is a great little hill to a 5 minute walk away so bring your crazy carpets if you book in the winter. We highly recommend this rental space! Thanks Lesli and Dan.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loving lake life!

We couldn't have asked for a better holiday. The beach is only 5 minutes away, and although the lake is warm and shallow, the water was surprisingly clear. Between the yard, the beach, and the ping pong table, our kids were thoroughly entertained. The adults really enjoyed evenings on the large deck overlooking the pond. The only minor issue we had was that the tap water was quite yellow when we first arrived, but the owner alerted us to the problem before we got there, and it resolved on our second day there. Overall, it was a great stay, and we would not hesitate to book here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bright, Sunny and Lovely

This is the second year in a row our family has rented this cottage for a long weekend with another family. In total we have 9 people, 5 teens and four adults. There is lots of room for everyone to spread out and do their own things, as well as large enough spaces for us to come together for meals and games. In particular we appreciate that the cottage is stocked with all the necessities...enough dishes for a large group, all the kitchen gadgets we needed, towels for everyone. We also appreciate that there is lots of storage for the food and items we bring along with us. The huge front room is a lovely place to hang out with loads of light and room for everyone, and the open concept means that if you are on dish duty or cooking you can still be part of the action. The owners were helpful and easy to communicate with. We will be booking soon for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway!

The house is gorgeous! We loved the ping pong table! There were so many board games, puzzles, movies and Wii games that we didn't need to bring anything from home. The kitchen was well stocked with all the basics. Bits that could have been better: recognizing that only TP is flushable, garbage bags in the bathroom bins would have been helpful. The kitchen was surprisingly not as clean as the rest of the house (bathrooms were spotless!) - nothing bad, just needed another wipe down. Hand soaps in the washrooms were heavily scented - unscented would have been better. Oddly, the neighbour was blasting music on a Sunday afternoon. I messaged the host and she told me to go over and chat with them myself. Sigh. I didn't booked a self check-in location because I wanted to deal with people.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and really loved the space, the hot tub, the BBQ, the ping pong table! Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All went well with the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025