SUNWOLF RIVERSIDE RESORT

Understanding our local benchmark — and how Westwoods elevates the model.

About Sunwolf

Location: North Squamish, BC — 70002 Squamish Valley Road
Land size: ~5.5 acres
Founded: 2000s
Brand position: Rustic, nature-first riverside resort with café and event venue

Property Overview

Total capacity: ~12 structures (≈ 80 guests max)
Pricing range: $245 – $1,800/night
Average nightly rate (ADR): ≈ $300 (weighted average)
Estimated annual lodging revenue: ~CA $0.8–$1.0 M

Guest Experience

Cabins without Wi-Fi or TV — positioned as a “digital detox.”
On-site restaurant: Fergie’s Café (a destination in itself).
Communal fire pit, river access, and lawn events.
Weddings, retreats, and family gatherings.
Pet-friendly.
Located right off the highway, convenient but not silent.

Strengths

Proven market validation for boutique nature stays in Squamish.
Fergie’s Café anchors the brand with strong food reputation.
Compact, scenic riverside site maximizes land use.
Consistently high occupancy and strong word-of-mouth.

Limitations

Only 5.5 acres — no room to scale or diversify.
Most expensive cabins are located beside the main road (noise & privacy concerns).
No Wi-Fi or tech connectivity, which limits appeal for working travelers, families, and international guests.
No spa, plunge, movement, or wellness amenities.
No community or membership component.
Seasonal dependence on weddings and summer tourism.

WESTWOODS:

THE EVOLUTION OF THE SQUAMISH RETREAT

Overview

Location: 15 minutes off the Sea to Sky Highway, in complete silence — no traffic or flight noise.
Land size: 156 acres (28× larger than Sunwolf).
Positioning: A regenerative country club for wellness and longevity — blending wellness tourism, design-forward lodging, and farm-to-table living.

Cabins & Lodging

Boutique, design-led modular cabins with full Wi-Fi, heating, and modern comfort.
Each includes mini kitchens, luxury linens, spa-style bathrooms, and curated interiors.
Cabins are set back from the road, offering true seclusion and sound privacy.
Nightly rates projected: $295–$395 average (premium justified by amenities, location, and privacy).
Optional concierge service for off-grid grocery requests (18 min drive to Squamish) for elevated hospitality.

On-Site Amenities

Cold plunge & sauna circuit, spa treatments, and movement barn.
Farm & garden operations producing lavender, honey, and botanicals for in-house use and retail.
Farm-to-table restaurant and general store (local goods, grab-and-go snacks, produce, and gifts).
Membership & day-pass model for locals — not just tourists.
Event & retreat hosting, wellness residencies, and workshops.
Future pickleball courts, pool, and longevity club amenities.

Experience

Off-grid energy, fully sustainable systems.
On-site ownership (Layne & family live on the property), ensuring personalized guest care and continuity.
Concierge pickup/drop-off for grocery and restaurant runs.
Optional unplugging — but connectivity available (Wi-Fi in every cabin).
Year-round destination with wellness, farm, and event programming.