Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Burnt River and Balsam Lake. .This cottage is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Shadow Lake and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Boyd Island.
Kawartha Settlers' Village - 32 min drive - 29.7 km
Balsam Lake Provincial Park - 36 min drive - 22.1 km
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 20 min drive
Tim Hortons - 22 min drive
Texas Burger - 22 min drive
The Cow and Sow - 21 min drive
Subway - 22 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Rustic Cottage! Hot Tub, River, Fireplace, Kayaks, Tons of Games & Movies
Cozy up next to the fireplace in your beautiful riverfront cottage with a true rustic wood cabin feel. Step outside and be taken back by the stunning views of Burnt River. Perfect waterside fire pit and deep water swimming with newer dock and armour stones. Kayaks/hammock available, boat launch 2 mins down the road. This 700sqft cottage has comfortable living spaces inside and out. The newer wraparound deck features glass railing and large outdoor patio table with built-in hot tub.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
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
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 750 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Rustic Wood Cottage On The River Hot Tub/kayaks Cottage
Rustic Wood Cottage On The River Hot Tub/kayaks Kawartha Lakes
Cozy Rustic Cottage! Hot Tub, River, Fireplace, Kayaks, Tons of Games & Movies Reviews
Reviews
10
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 59 reviews
10 - Excellent
57
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Red B.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this listing, the house was clean and the water was so much fun! The hot tub is definitely a nice bonus perfect for relaxation after some lake fun! Definitely coming back!
Red B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Braelyn R.
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here a few days with some friends and had a wonderful time. The area is private but only a short drive into town. Lots of games and movies which was great as we got a bit of rain. We also enjoyed kayaking down the river.
Braelyn R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marlise B.
20 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Staying at this gem of a cottage was easy and enjoyable from start to finish. Key information was provided in advance and there are plenty of signs and labels within the cottage to make it easy to navigate. The property is great - a large deck, relaxing hot tub and spacious dock for those that want to relax. If you are looking for something more active, the river is perfect for SUP and kayaking. Highly recommend staying here, the hosts' thoughtfulness will ensure your stay is amazing.
Marlise B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gloria S.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage! Super cute place that has all of the amenities you could ask for. The hosts had thought of pretty much everything with a ton of different games, movies, floaties, and outdoor toys. View of the river was amazing and had a nice little swimming spot!
Gloria S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian E.
16 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was smooth and the host was great about notification and instructions. The cottage was well maintained and had direct access off the dock to the river. We had a fire ban and could not use the fire pit, but they supplied many games and movies that we could use and keep the family entertained in the evening. It also gave more time for the hot tub! It was a great experience. We spent 4 nights here. The location is not far from town and we went to explore the near by shops and ice cream options. We would stay here again!
Brian E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefan S.
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with easy access to Kawarthas, very responsive hosts.
Stefan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Miquel R.
11 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay with my family at this rustic cottage. The property was one of the most private ones that we saw from the river. Check-in was a breeze, the kitchen was well-equipped, bedrooms were comfortable, and outdoor amenities (hot tub, fire pit, canoe/kayaks) were great. Burnt River is great for swimming, and kayaking. I’d definitely recommend this cottage to others looking for a relaxing get away.
Miquel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Samantha B.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This cozy cottage is a great place to stay! My friends and I loved staying here, the water was so wonderful to swim in and we enjoyed kayaking and playing games at night! The only reason I did not give a full 5 stars is that we needed to bring our own linens which was difficult as we all flew in to get here and there were some very minor details missing. Kuddos to the hosts, they were very prompt to reply to messages. I would definitely recommend this place to stay at for a relaxing rustic cottage weekend.
Samantha B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Trip
Lovely cottage!
Kelly R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa G.
20 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage trip
Great girls weekend at a perfect well stocked cottage with an amazing view!
Alyssa G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark P., Tecumseh
17 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location along a quiet and private section of the Burnt River, incredibly peaceful and relaxing listening to the birds on arrival.Cottage was very comfortable with great air conditioning for the hot summer weeks and we all slept great. We have a very nervous and reactive dog and appreciated the private nature of the property. Water was great and one of the best spots along the river as far as we could see!Easy 15 minute drive to Fenelon Falls was perfect for many lunch options etc and a great home base to explore the region!
Mark P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nick B.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
Stayed with 4 other friends for a getaway weekend. Place was very clean, fully stocked with essentials and kayaks were a huge bonus. Felt like a home away from home and would highly recommend.
Nick B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
James R.
5 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views
We really enjoyed the location and property. Lots of features and amenities exactly as advertised. Great hosts who were responsive and polite. However, when we first checked in there was dog fur from a previous guest over all of the couches, floors etc. and we found used (smoked) joints inside the cottage. It wasn’t cleaned very well between our stay and the previous guests. We also found the back door screen off of the door, leaning against the back wall, so we could not have the back door open to let the breeze in without also having all the bugs come in. Hopefully this was already known by the owners and I won’t be getting blamed for that. The propane tank for the BBQ was empty, though they do leave spare ones on site for guests to swap out.
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Best
Exceeded all of our expectations. Awesome quiet place but also so much to do. The river was amazing and we spent a lot of time floating up and down. All of the amenities we needed! Will be booking here again for sure!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura T., Ontario
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
5 day get away with our adult kids. We really enjoyed the canoe and kayaks. The cottage had comfy beds and a variety of kitchen appliances. The deck and hot tub was a great hit along with the fire pit. Lots of time for relaxing and games. We hope to return. GREAT HOSTS! THANK YOU Neil and Shanna.
Laura T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Doreen C.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
May getaway
Very relaxing and peaceful stay. We loved the hot tub and large fire pit. Our dog also enjoyed the property and swimming in theeriver
Doreen C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P., Windsor
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday away.
The cottage was simple and relaxing. It was peaceful and quiet, which was what we needed.
Patricia P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrian P.
27 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
The property owners were helpful and answered quickly to any questions. The property was clean and in an excellent spot. There were lots of amenities. Couldn’t have been any better.
Best cottage getaway! Very gracious and clean with game boards,loads of DVD movies and a cozy indoor fireplace. Not to mention the spectacular hot tub overlooking the beautiful river! The property was very quiet and private. I would definitely stay here again!
Geoffrey
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brigitta P.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fall Getaway
We spent three nights in this charming, rustic cottage and loved every minute of it! We felt right at home as the cottage had all the amenities that we needed for a peaceful and relaxing fall mini vacation. A large waterfront property with a stunning view of the river. Many hours were spent dockside enjoying the fresh air and the scenery. Can’t wait to visit again!
Brigitta P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Really nice place. Quite river and kayaks and anything else you would need. Fully stocked kitchen and a relaxing stay
Chris S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben S.
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed getaway
The cottage has fantastic fishing, great sightseeing and a very friendly community around it.
Ben S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kat P.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage getaway
Everything was wonderful from start to finish! Check-in was easy. Had a nice classic cottage feel, in a lovely location, with a beautiful view over the river. Although there are neighboring cottages, was quiet and private. Loved relaxing in the hot tub overlooking the river, and BBQ dinners on the deck. No complaints!
Kat P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug&Cathy, Guelph
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
This is a wonderful cottage in a beautiful spot on Burnt River. We enjoyed kayaking and canoeing, campfires, and the many great games that are available. Abundant water was supplied, as well as a full propane tank for the BBQ. Communication was always easy and prompt. Highly recommended.
Doug&Cathy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
JCW, Thornhill, Ontario
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing place
My family and I just stayed at this wonderful place and had an amazing time. It is very clean and well maintained. The hosts, Neil and Shanna were excellent. They responded so quickly and were very helpful whenever I had a question.
There is so much you can do here. If you want you can swim, fish, paddle on the river or maybe have a fire and some smores. At the end of the day soak in the hot tub, which was so good and maybe watch one of the many movies available.
We had an amazing time and hope to go back next summer. Thank you Neil and Shanna.
JCW
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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