Slow down, fill up your cup and drink in the natural beauty at The Sentinel this winter.
- Immersive experience in the exquisite natural beauty of the Kootenays
- Workshops and healing practices
- Intentional time to slow down, rest and reflect
- Full access to Sacred space in the Maloca
- Thoughtfully curated to restore body, mind & spirit
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Heliski & Stay at The Sentinel
Experience the magic of winter in the Columbia Mountains with an unforgettable combination of luxury lakeside retreat living and world-class heliskiing. Nestled on the shores of Kootenay Lake, The Sentinel offers the perfect home base for your alpine adventure — where perfectly serene comfort meets thrilling powder.
Your Winter Stay at The Sentinel
Full Property Rental – $4,995 CAD per night (up to 20 guests) *please contact us at: info@sentinelbc.ca
Single Day Stays – $350 CAD per night (up to 2 guests)
Includes Chef prepared gourmet breakfast & shuttle services
Our Retreat Features:
Lakeside hot tub, sauna & cold plunge for post-ski recovery
Massages & wellness treatments available onsite
Chef-prepared gourmet meals with fresh, local ingredients
Fireplace lounges & mountain-view rooms for relaxation
Yoga & meditation spaces to reset mind, body and soul
Optional Add-Ons:
Ainsworth Hot Springs
Snow Shoeing
Body Work Sessions
Heliski Packages
Whether you’re seeking a full-day powder adventure or a private mountain experience, our trusted heliski partners will take you deep into the untouched backcountry of the Selkirk & Purcell Mountains.
Day Packages
Booked in Groups of 4
Deluxe Day – 6–7 runs, guaranteed minimum 3,000 vertical meters
Includes: Lunch, safety briefing, airbag pack with shovel & probe, digital transceiver, and personal guest radio.
$2,250 + GST per person CAD + $30 booking fee
Unlimited Day – Unlimited vertical (aim for 10+ runs), guaranteed minimum 3,000 vertical meters
Includes: Lunch, safety briefing, airbag pack with shovel & probe, digital transceiver, and personal guest radio.
$2,600 + GST per person CAD + $30 booking fee
Optional: Ski or powder board rentals (no boots) — $45 + GST per day
Private & Semi-Private Day Packages
Private Group – 3 guests with 2 guides
$15,900 + GST CAD for up to 3 skiers
Semi-Private Group – 8 guests with 2 guides
$31,800 + GST CAD for up to 8 skiers
The helicopter services only your group — the ultimate alpine luxury
Heli-Assisted Ski Touring Day Package
Helicopter lift in and out of the mountains
Full day ski touring with your guide
Avalanche safety equipment included
Gourmet mountain lunch provided
$1,000 + GST per person CAD + $30 booking fee -(Booked in groups of 4. Guests must bring their own ski touring equipment.)
Why The Sentinel
After your powder-filled day, return to the tranquil luxury of The Sentinel. Soak in the hot tub under the stars, warm by the fire, and reset with treatments and wellness offerings designed to restore both body and spirit.
Whether you’re traveling as a couple, a family, or an exclusive group, The Sentinel is your private alpine sanctuary in the heart of British Columbia.
Reserve your Winter Heliski & Stay experience today — availability is limited.
Contact info@sentinelbc.ca - 250-353-2246
In partnership with:
Stellar Heliskiing | Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada
www.stellarheliskiing.com
Schedule
You create your own adventure! Enjoy one of your two included massages, take a trip to Ainsworth Hotsprings for a nourishing soak, explore the amazing natural environment, drop in for a private yoga class - create your dream stay!
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
The Sentinel, 5278 Amundsen Road, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0, Canada
Directions
We are a 50-minute drive north of Nelson, BC, just outside the charming village of Kaslo. We are 9 hours by car from Vancouver, and 8 hours from Calgary. These drives are incredibly beautiful, wending through some of North America's most spectacular mountain terrain. There are flights (approx. 1 hour) from both Vancouver & Calgary to our nearest airport, in Castlegar, which is a scenic 1.5 hours from our door.
Driving from Nelson, follow highway 3A north to Balfour (Kootenay Lake ferry landing), and proceed another 20-25 minutes on Highway 31 north. There is a "Sentinel Retreat" blue road sign on the highway (approx. 60 km from Nelson). Slow down and prepare to take a sharp right turn onto Amundsen Road. The Sentinel is located at bottom of the hill. Please observe signs.
Accommodation
All our King and shared Twin rooms have stunning views of the lake and mountains. Whether you opt for a luxurious private King or a shared Twin, all our rooms are clean and modern. Ensuite bathrooms have heated floors, a rain shower, and amenities for your comfort. Fluffy white towels and crisp linens are found in every room — our goal is to ensure can relax and refresh during your stay with us.
King Room with Lake View - includes ski shuttle
Our king rooms are elegant, lake and mountain facing boasting ensuite bathrooms with heated tile floors. All rooms were intentionally designed to enhance a reflective and serene stay away from home.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Overlooking spectacular Kootenay Lake, the Lodge, with its massive windows and expansive deck affords breathtaking lake & mountain views. The Maloca, a magnificent round, timbered ceremonial and activity space, seems to float above the lake. A short stroll from the Lodge, the Sentinel's spa deck, with its unique wood-fired sauna and cedar-lined hot tub is a favourite gathering spot for guests, year-'round. 700' of lakefront, with deck, firepit and yoga area is a tranquil spring/summer area.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Guests rave about our food! Sentinel meals are prepared with ingredients sourced whenever possible from our organic, on-property garden. We can accommodate virtually any dietary requirement.
What's Included
Your Winter Rejuvenation Pacjage includes:
- Private or shared rooms in serene lakeside lodge
- Cedar sauna, cedar hot tub, cold plunge
- Private workshops led by local holistic practitioners in the Maloca
- Chef-prepared nourishing breakfasts
- 2 x 60 min body work sessions
- 30-cap Jar of Mesa Micro-dosing + Discovery Call
I attended a retreat at the Sentinel and it was an incredibly life changing experience. The Maloka is so sacred the energy in it is incredible!! The staff is incredible, great food, great vibes all around the property. It was a soul nourishing experience on every level.
Thank you for your hospitality and all the intention that has went into creating this sacred place!!
5.0
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Awakening
This was one of the most profound and transformative experiences of my life. It opened my mind, touched my heart, and gave me a deeper appreciation for the possibilities that exist within ourselves and the universe around us.
My sincere gratitude to Richard, Gillian, and everyone at The Sentinel for creating such a safe, supportive, and beautiful space to do this important inner work. The care, intention, and love that went into every aspect of the retreat were truly remarkable.
Thank you to everyone involved. This experience has left a lasting impact on me, and I will carry its lessons and gifts forward with immense gratitude. 🙏✨
5.0
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Life-Changing Experience
The week I spent at the Sentinel for Awaken was truly life-changing. It was an experience that helped me close chapters from my past, reconnect with myself, and discover who I really am.
Throughout the program, I gained a deeper understanding of myself, found clarity, and learned how to live more fully in the present moment. I now have a greater sense of awareness and appreciation for life, and I feel better equipped to move forward with confidence and purpose.
I am incredibly grateful for this journey and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking personal growth, self-discovery, and a more meaningful connection with themselves.
5.0
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Awaken retreat at the Sentinel - Amazing, for those willing to do the work
I have now been to the Sentinel four times - twice each for individual work and within a group. In all my visits the facilities, lodging, facilitators, programming, support staff, and food (OMG, the food!), have been truly top tier. Yet, at Awaken, the Sentinel crew somehow managed to raise those qualities to another level of quality.
The four main facilitators and their two assistants generated a safe, supportive environment and, importantly, guided attendees in establishing a container in which the group collectively held space for and contributed to the work of each individual. The importance of this cannot be overstated; particularly for someone like me who has long been skeptical of group work.
There was much laughter, camaraderie, and deep love shared by all. However, I suggest this retreat is not for someone looking for a week of relaxation and casual self-reflection. Certainly, there is a lot of "down time" for integration and rest; however, every person at the Sentinel--from the office staff to the facilitators, have dedicated their lives to supporting the realization of the full potential of humanity, and are serious in achieving that goal. Participants are gently but firmly directed toward bringing forward and facing the conditioned thoughts, patterns, and behaviors that no longer serve them and present barriers to creating their highest selves.
If you are willing to do the hard work in among people who want to change themselves and the world, this is the retreat. It is truly a profound and life-changing experience.
5.0
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Life Changing Experience
Richard and Gillian have skillfully crafted a retreat center that transcends its physical presence. The love and care is undeniable, and their experience and wisdom are vast.
On a technical level, the rooms were clean, the shared space was inviting, the food served was tasty and nutritious, and the whole team of staff were kind and accommodating. The space has access to sauna and cold plunge, hot tub, swimming or kayaking in the lake, hammocking.
Truly the perfect space to rediscover yourself in an environment where your spirit can be held.
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This program offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to select your retreat date during the booking process.
Flexible Dates
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King Room with Lake View - includes ski shuttle
CAD $350.00
Our king rooms are elegant, lake and mountain facing boasting ensuite bathrooms with heated tile floors. All rooms were intentionally designed to enhance a reflective and serene stay away from home.
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