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Single Family Cottage Perfect for Families with Kids Charm and Sunset Included

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Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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McKellar, ON
  • Place, Ridge at Manitou
  • Place, Parry Sound Mall
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Waubuno Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

McKellar

When you stay at this cottage in McKellar, you'll be on the waterfront and 11 minutes by car from Fairholme Lake. .This cottage is 18 mi (29 km) from Lake Huron and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Ridge at Manitou.
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What's nearby

  • Parry Sound Mall - 29 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Waubuno Beach - 32 min drive - 37.4 km
  • The Museum on Tower Hill - 32 min drive - 38.9 km
  • MV Chippewa III - 32 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Killbear Provincial Park - 50 min drive - 67.2 km

Getting around

  • Parry Sound Station - 27 min drive
  • Sudbury, ON (YSB-Greater Sudbury) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murray Cottage - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy French Fries - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 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.

Single Family Cottage Perfect for Families with Kids Charm and Sunset Included

This charming cottage is situated in the perfect location about 2 hours from Toronto near Parry Sound in a lovely small town McKellar. Fall in love with this hidden gem on a beautiful lot overlooking Grey Owl Lake. The cottage has a lot of heart and is welcoming and warm with a typical cottage feel, wooden walls, wooden furniture fresh out of a fairy tale. The large windows and slightly elevated location as well peninsula like location give you a 120 degree view from the living room, dining area, and kitchen. Perfect for families with kids, has a flat grassy area along the wide water front, and a small shallow sandy beach area. The cottage is surrounded by very few neighbours and feels private.

Enjoy your days in the outdoors, fishing, swimming and/or meditating on the dock.

For any shopping needs, McKellar, which is a 5 minute drive has a convenience store, LCBO, an ice cream place, fresh farm eggs, and more. Parry Sound, which is 20 minutes away has a large grocery store, Canadian Tire, Starbucks, and many more.

Feel free to contact me if you have any inquiries at esapozh@ gmail.com.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a safe and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not allowed

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Vrbo Property

Reviews

Single Family Cottage Perfect for Families with Kids Charm and Sunset Included Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just spent the weekend here and had an amazing time! Check-in was super easy and the directions were spot on.The cottage is exactly as shown — cozy, simple, and perfect for anyone who loves being outdoors. The water pressure isn’t super strong, but totally fine for what you need. If you’re looking to unwind, relax, and enjoy the view and the water, this is the place.Having access to the canoe, kayak, and paddleboards really adds value to the stay. The available lifejackets and other gear are a great bonus — it means you can pack lighter!Communication with the host was effortless. Elena was quick to respond, friendly, and very attentive to anything we neededWould 100% stay here again. Thanks so much, Elena, for having us!
Morning view from the dock
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley v.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake was absolutely gorgeous and communication with owner was prompt and courteous and clear. That was a great experience.The cabin is well-loved and we don't mind bare-bones accommodations, but a few rhings that dis not match the description. There was a carpet in the bathroom! The carpet all over had stains and looks like it has been a part of the cottage for over 50 years. The vacuum cleaner is no longer functioning and it took over an hour to vacuum as closely as we could with little success- should cleaning be required in a cabin, the materials should also be available. We have allergies to pets and were sneezing and reactive while in the cabin, but that is our own oversight for not seeing or realizing that it is a pet-friendly cabin, or perhaps it was due to the filthy carpet. Jurys out.Trampoline was ripped and broken all around as well as two chairs which were broken on arrival- also, the shower is more like a water hose that you hold over your head in a poorly lit crawl space/basement storage.I hate to leave that comment because the owner was very friendly and responded properly but the description and photos are perhaps not updated with all the wear and tear which can come from rental spaces. I noticed this from another renter's comments from June 2025.Otherwise the property itself is nice.neighbours next door have lovely barking dogs and loved singing karaoke outside on the weekend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dwight M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Rustic Adventure

The location is excellent. The cottage was rustic and charming but be prepared it is outdated. If you know that going in you will have a pleasant stay! I wouldn’t say that the beach access was super kid friendly but certainly enjoyable. The cottage itself could use some updates and could maybe be cleaned a bit better before a new guest arrives. Over all we had a great time there and the short 25 minute drive into Parry Sound for a sandy beach and tourist attractions was a nice bonus. The lake itself is beautiful and the water crafts available were a lot of fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage needs some TLC big time! There is no stair rails, no spring on the glass door which is dangerous with children, no oven mitts, grass is not cut and over my knees which isn’t good for ticks or mosquitoes. The trampoline is broken and unusable. Fire wood is not included so you need to bring your own. The dog next door barks continuously. There is ketchup in the fridge from 2023. The water is undrinkable and there are numerous light bulbs out and the vacuum barely picks up which makes it hard to clean. The lights are very low so if you are 6 ft tall you could hit your head on them. I think the owner needs to attend to these issues and it could be a lot better visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time at grey owl lake

Had a lovely time at this charming little cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply stunning and a very tranquil place

Loved the cottage just loved it! Kids were very happy. My two year old just hung out and played on the trampoline most the day bouncing with his toys. The older kids took more to the hammock life. They went swimming everyday. Just a beautiful place to be. Would love to go back sometime next year. The best part for me was waking up early in the morning seeing the otters close to the dock. Amazing little creatures. Anyways thanks so much for having us. Words can't explain how much fun we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna R., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

A magical stay in this charming cottage surrounded by nature

What an amazing time we’ve had staying in this charming lakefront cottage! The breathtaking views, dazzling sunsets, and serene atmosphere crated a perfect family getaway. The host is very attentive and the cottage is cozy and has everything needed for a comfortable laidback stay. The abundance of nature, trees all around and the gorgeous lake made our experience truly unforgettable. We will definitely return during the summer months. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant time in cottage country

Elena was a responsive host. Her cottage is well kept and included everything we expected and needed. The cottage is easy to get to from Toronto and the lake is clean and was great for us to swim and paddle in our kayaks. Very peaceful and quiet. Perfect for us! Would be good for a family with young children as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small cottage in a beautiful setting

We had a very nice week. The cottage is located on a beautiful and peaceful lake. The cottage itself is small, but it was what we had expected. The location itself however exceeded expectations. There are beautiful views of the water from the cottage deck and from the dock. We were up the last week in June. During this time the lake was very quite with very little boat traffic. Swimming was great (mainly off the dock; the water at this point is deep). My six year old granddaughter had a great time in the water, as well as on the trampoline. There is also a canoe, kayak, and paddle board, as well as various floaties to use. And we enjoyed using the fire pit at night. Overall- an excellent experience. Be advised however, that the shower stall is located in a basement below the cottage, and is not very high. So if you are tall it may be a bit challenging to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway from the city!

Decided to take a little getaway from the city for a week and this was the perfect place to do so! Check in was very easy - no contact entry. Elena's cottage was very clean and tidy. Exactly as pictured in the photos. It had a nice fireplace to keep us warm during the day and night. The property is big and located right on the water. Loved the canoe on site. Elena was a great host! Definitely looking forward to come back in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

mag c., ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location on the lake

Towards the quiet end of the lake, little traffic. Nice water for swimming, great for fishing, loved Elenas canoe! Cottage was very clean and tidy. Cute place, just bit smaller than seemed in photos. Wish the shower had access from the cottage, it was under the cottage in a low ceiling area, entry from outdoors. Not an issue for me but too low for my tall husband and son. It was a very hot week, but the fans helped cool the place. Overall it was a very nice stay, Elena was a good host and addressed all our questions.

2/10 Terrible

Ryung K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Small, no shower and way too rustic

The shower was unusable. It was full of giant moths and mosquitoes. The water stopped working on the third day. The owner said she would refund us for the time it stopped working. She did not. The beds smelled musty and of mildew. The only consolation was that the kids enjoyed the trampoline and the outdoors. Other than that, I do not think this place was worth the money that was spent. The mosquitoes were unbelievable. We had so many bites we looked like we had the chicken pox. Will definitely not be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Irene C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Cottage Getaway

Easy to get to, easy no contact entry and closing of cottage. Elena was quick to respond, quick to give us answers or suggestions and nice to communicate with. We had a wonderful time, the dock overlooking the water is with a breathtaking view. Some trees were already starting to change colours so that was a bonus for us. We had campfires, we sat outside and enjoyed the hammock with just the sound of the water hitting the shore and the birds and chipmunks. It was a wonderful relaxing time. Will do it again in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Blakie S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful lake and property

Stayed here with my family for a week- a couple, 2 kids and an older adult. The area is lovely, the lake is quiet, great areas to canoe, great for swimming. Lovely property as well to play outdoor games on. The cottage is older and quite small but we made do. The small town of McKellar is only 5 minutes away however the store is quite limited for food so I would recommend shopping in Parry Sound first. There were a few items that were missing when we did arrive - no toilet paper, no paper towel, some light bulbs were burnt out and none available to be replaced - no can opener so bring some of these supplies with you. We would stay again despite this. The owner Elena was very easy to get a hold of for any issues or concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ana L.

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay in McKellar

Just came back from a lovely stay at Elena’s cottage. Cottage is rustic, clean and had a beautiful lake front view. The highlight was the lake. Perfect for kayaking, canoeing or lounging on the dock. The grounds were perfect for the kids to run around on and search for frogs. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lennaert v.

Liked: Cleanliness

All you want from a cottage.

Swimming off the dock, paddling in the canoe, drinks and smores at the fire pit, easy fishing, reading in the hammock. Bring food from Parry Sound on the way in as the local store does not have much in the way of fish, meat and produce. You can drop off your garbage at an exchange point on the other side of the village. Very quiet spot with frogs, turtles, fowl and I think I saw an otter.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

My wife and I and our two teenage sons enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing week at this charming cottage. The lake is beautiful and quiet with lots of bays and inlets to explore by canoe and kayak. The cottage is small but charming and rustic and it's perched on a gentle, grass slope overlooking the lake. Also very clean and well-equipped with everything you need for you stay -- although you may want to bring a small, bedroom fan for those really hot nights. All in all a great getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway

A lovely spot on a quiet end of the lake. Great places to paddle and fish. The property is pretty and has open spaces for playing lawn games. Hummingbirds frequent the property which was delightful. The cottage is sweet and cute and super clean. It has basic amenities but be aware you need to bring your own water and haul away your trash and recycling as there is no access for visitors to the local dump. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Celia C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Private and quiet

Elena is very responsive and does everything she can to take care of any issue as quickly as possible. This cottage is on a quiet, calm, beautiful lake. Swimming is great! You can swim right across with little worry about boat traffic. We maybe saw 3 motorized boats a day. Gorgeous view from the property to vacant land (shield rocks and trees). There are wild flowers and trees all around. There is even a very brave chipmunk that will come ask for a snack if you're quiet enough, and a hummingbird nest in one of the trees by the picnic table. If you're looking for privacy and are comfortable with the older cottage feel, this property is great. Getting in and out of the lake can be a little tricky as there is a big step up/down onto a bank to/from the water or there is a ladder on the dock that has seen better days. Not recommended for seniors. Kids seem to have no problems whatsoever. The shower is under the cottage, not part of the main bathroom. Everything is kept very clean but this may not be everyone's comfort zone. Bring a portable fan for the bedrooms if it is supposed to be a hot week. Must be comfortable with a little rustic experience.

10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The property was beautiful and the advertisement was true to the description. Check in was easy and communication with the hosts was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020