Enjoy this cozy cottage on a small, quiet lake just over an hour from Toronto. Close to all amenities and reasonable priced golfing. Take a day trip to local town and explore the area.

Explore the lake in the kayak or rent the motorized boat to do some fishing.

At night gather around the firepit to watch the amazing night sky or snuggle up to the fireplace to recount the events of the day.

Province: Ontario
Region: Kawartha Lakes
Municipality: Kawartha Lakes
Nearest Towns: Bexley (8 km), Norland (10 km), Coboconk (17 km), Kirkfield (28 km), Washago (48 km)
Nearest City: Gravenhurst (70 km)
Nearest Large City: Toronto (160 km)
Nearest Hospital: HHHS, Minden (38 km)
Body of Water: Rush Lake
Nearest Laundromat: Coboconk Laundromat (18 km)
Nearest Marina: Norland Marina (12 km)
Nearest Beach: Head Lake (2 km)
Nearest Golf Course: The Links at Monk’s Landing (8 km)

INTERIOR DESCRIPTION

2 Bedrooms:

Main Level:

• Bedroom #1: queen bed
• Bedroom #2: twin bed, bunk bed (single over single)

Both bedrooms have portable fans

Twin sofa bed in living room

1 Bathroom:

Main Level:

• Bathroom #1: 3 pc (sink, toilet, tub, shower)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Cottage water: lake water with UV filter system – safe to drink however do not recommend – there is a water cooler at the cottage with 2 water jugs provided, if one runs out, it is the renter’s responsibility to have it refilled or exchanged at earliest opportunity
• Indoor entertainment: TV with DVD player (no satellite or cable-bring own devices), cards, backgammon, dart board
• Kitchen details: equipped with microwave, coffee maker (filter), toaster and kettle
• Book shelf
  
• Wood Fireplace

WiFi:

• Quality of service: good
• Unlimited
• Works for streaming on Netflix and other web-based movies with your own devices

Cell Phone Coverage:

• Quality of service: good
• Carriers that work: Bell, Rogers, Telus
• Can use a hotspot from the cottage to access the internet

EXTERIOR DESCRIPTION  

• 3 parking spots
• BBQ charcoal and propane – there are 2 propane tanks at the cottage, if one runs out, it is the renter’s responsibility to have it refilled or exchanged at earliest opportunity
• Sloped property
• Child/elderly friendly
• Waterfront: 46 ft
• Fair swimming – clear water – about 40 feet shallow and then gets deep – walk-in entry to the water is acceptable for young children or the elderly that may have mobility issues – water shoes recommended
• Some weeds in the swimming area out to 10 feet – varies when there given the time of the year
• Sand play area/beach for children near the water when the water level is down
• Dock: 4 x 32 ft – dock has a ladder for exiting – water is 2 – 3 ft deep at the end of the dock (depending on water level)
• The lake is good for motorboats however only practical for smaller motorized boats – Head Lake close to the cottage is larger and good for all sizes of boats
• The lake is good for paddle boarding, kayaking etc.
• Kayak
• Boat and motor for additional fee
• Hammock
• Privacy: north side is private with a good distance to the neighbour – cottage on the south side
• Cottage faces west with beautiful sunsets

ACTIVITIES NEARBY

• Norland (10 minutes): convenience store
• Coboconk (20 minutes): groceries, hardware stores, Tim Hortons, Beer Store, LCBO
• There is much more substantial shopping and a hospital in Minden (30 min)
• Fishing – bass and small Muskie are present in the lake
• Snowmobiling – There is tremendous snowmobiling on the many scenic trails in the 83,000 acre Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park, which abuts the north shore of Head Lake. These trails are ungroomed and shouldn’t be travelled on until the lakes and swampy areas are solidly frozen (usually by mid-January). You can also access the vast network of OFSC snowmobile trails along the south and east shores of Head Lake.

TESTIMONIALS

We stayed for a week at the cottage and had the perfect time. Zahra was an incredible host, very responsive and assisted us with questions very promptly. She is very friendly and wanted to help us enjoy our time. I would give her a 5 star as a host without a doubt! The cottage itself was clean and comfortable. It had all we needed for cooking. I would want a bit more space to store what we brought but we were able to make some space in a cupboard without a problem. We did not realize that the TV is not connect to the internet so we had to buy some DVDs for the cold evenings as we had no access to Netflix or cable but again knowing that, bring your own collection if you think you would watch TV. As for the property we enjoyed the sandy beach and the water was shallow with a gradual drop so is also great for kids and people with disabilities or the elder. I had my senior parents and they loved it! The lake is small, quiet clean and just incredible for swimming and non-motor water activities, we had access to Head Lake by kayak and listened to the loons all week!. They also rent a small motor boat we did not use it but is always good to know you have that choice. Bring water shoes if you do not like the feeling of mucky sand but the lake is not weedy at all, it is clear and clean. The neighbours all though close are very quiet and respectful and not always around. Saw them mainly on the weekend. We kept our sounds also to a minimum and loved the piece and quiet. It is not a party lake that was a plus for us. Cottage is close to a small town with all you can need including groceries and a restaurant and is only a 20 min drive to Minden if you like to venture out. Amenities also included a BBQ, solar lights that light up the night at the cottage, perfect for a fire. A hammock and plenty of patio furniture to chill, working drip coffee and toaster, fridge was big and stove and oven in working order. The water cooler even has a doggy tray! Cottage is doggy friendly, now a days this is rare so we loved this as well. There are sensor lights for the evening and they have lights all around the deck in the evening that light up like a Christmas tree! We brought our own towels and bedding including blankets but you can also rent if you like to. It really was a perfect place to stay and we will absolutely go back! —Helga S. (Aug 2023)

Notes

Rental Rates include all booking fees and taxes (if applicable)

• Check in: Friday 3 pm
• Check out: Friday 11 am
• Some flexibility during low and mid season

Extra Fees (Optional):

• Cleaning Service: $150 (recommended)
• Linens: King/Queen/Double $25.00, Single $15.00
• Towels: $5.00 each
• Boat Rental: 4 HP motor (good for fishing): $465/week or weekend (+ $500 boat damage deposit)
• Pet Fee: No charge for first pet, $75 for each additional pet (1 pet upon approval, extra pet TBD)

Method of Payment:

• Interac E-Transfer (preferred method)
• Initial deposit of 50% due upon booking
• Outstanding balance + $500 damage deposit due 28 days prior to checking in
• Damage Deposit: To be refunded within 7 business days upon check-out

Weekly rentals including a Statutory Long Weekend will be calculated using a prorated weekly rate

If booking less than 7 nights during High Season, please click “inquire” for a quote or send us an email to rentals@kawarthacottagevacations.ca