Stunning Lakeside Loft Guest House Perched Above Georgian Bay

On the beach, sun loungers
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Dining
Property grounds
4.8
Outstanding(22 Reviews)

Cottage in South Bruce Peninsula

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

Experience our beautiful Lakeside Loft Guest House: The North Cabin at Cameron Point.
Open concept loft-style 2-storey cabin. Glass walls. Spectacular views of the water and bluffs!
Up to 8 guests (from July 14) in Spring/Summer/Fall. Up to 4 guests in Winter.

Award-winning, architect-designed, waterfront vacation complex on a private 1-acre site! Published in Cottage Life.

On our expansive deck (82’x40’). Rain won't stop you from being outdoors.

A DREAM COME TRUE? YOUR OWN COOL SPACE FOR A FAMILY OR SMALL GROUP VACATION
Sleeps 8 in Spring/Summer/Fal (from July 14)l. A separate fully-serviced Loft Guest House Cabin and 2 Bunkys within our complex await you at Cameron Point, on the shores of freshwater Georgian Bay, ON Canada, between Wiarton and Owen Sound. Beautiful vista of the bluffs and island across the bay.

- 4 modern buildings linked by a shared cedar deck (82' x 40') with cedar/steel roof, overlooking our friends' private harbour below and the blue waters of Colpoy's Bay
- one 2-storey, fully-serviced open-concept 2-bedroom Loft Cabin (15' x 30') with fully-equipped kitchen and 3-piece bathroom with shower (no bathtubs)
- two adjacent guest sleeping/play Bunkys (10' x 10') with electric heaters
- sleeping for 8 people (from July 14) inside cabin and bunkys (see details below)
- additional open-air sleeping space with your tent or air mattresses on guest cabin roof lofts or down at the East Beach, weather permitting

BOOK THIS UNIQUE EXPERIENCE IN VACATION LIVING NOW!

PRESS:
- Cottage Life. April 2013. Feature. Online slideshow: One cottage: two families

- Dwell. May 2012. Feature in "The Now" Online story/slideshow:

- Southern Design & Building. Dec. 12, 2012.
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AWARDS
- 2011 Wood Design Awards from Wood Design and Building Magazine, recognizing Innovative Wood Design in North America. One of 16 award winners out of 100 entries!

STUNNING SUNSET VIEWS and INCREDIBLE DARK SKY STARGAZING:
From the deck, patio or from inside through front and side glass curtain walls overlooking our quiet private harbour below and the cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment on the horizon. Or from the beach! Or on the water!

RELAX, ENTERTAIN AND PLAY ON THE DECK:
From the large-scale post & beam structure hang seats, swings, beds & lanterns, covered by a beautiful roof providing a variety of generous outdoor dining/playing/sleeping spaces.

WINTER ADVENTURE AWAITS YOU
- cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling all at your door. Bring your gear
- beautiful winter wonderland trails very close by
- see: https://www.todocanada.ca/20-outdoor-winter-activities-in-grey-county/

OR EXPLORE THE BRUCE!
- bike, hike, walk, drive to explore spectacular Niagara Escarpment cliffs and caves on Bruce Trail with panoramic water views
- 45 min. to Sauble Beach for a sand and surf experience
- 30 min. to horseback-riding rentals
- 60 min. to Tobermory, Flower Pot Islands and Grotto at Cypress Lake Park
- https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attractions-g8029686-Activities-Georgian_Bluffs_Grey_County_Ontario.html

FLEXCATION?? WORK & PLAY
- Creative work environment for your work project, writing, script development or music with an inspiring view of the bluffs across the water view
- Good wireless Internet (18Mbps dl, 5 Mbps ul) for remote work (Zoom, Teams etc)
- NO TV, DVD, cable or satellite distractions (bring your tablet/computer instead)

FRESH BLUEWATER FOR WARMER DAYS:
- Beautiful limestone flat shingle beach waterfront; virtually private "East Beach" with shallow water entrance, picnic table, fire pit, chairs, shady grove with room for a tent. Bring your Water Shoes and wet suits if you have them
- clear, deep blue water to swim, snorkel, SCUBA dive, motorboat (ask first), fish, canoe, kayak, windsurf, sail and SUP (Stand Up Paddling) around the offshore islands. Wetsuits (3mm) really help in July!
- 3 sit-on top ocean kayaks (easy to use) provided with paddles (1 double and 2 single)
- 1 beginner's windsurfer can be used without sails as SUP board. 1 SUP paddle
- 1 paddle boat (4-seater).
- Please note: the West Beach on that side of the Harbour is private and not for our guests' use. Please use the East Beach

GREEN MODERNIST WITH TRADITION!
Designed with green building principles, aiming for a net-zero carbon footprint, with:
- 1 propane kitchen stove/oven in each cabin
- 1 wood-burning stove for warmth and vibe (electric heaters for bunkies)
- roof rainwater collected and filtered with 5-micron and UV filters (safe for drinking)
- a large photovoltaic solar array on roof feeds the grid (not the house)
- optimized passive heating/cooling/ventilation
- natural clay floors with easy-to-clean wax seal
- interior finish details reflect mid-20th century local cottage styles
- surrounding forest of cedar, pine, balsam, birch and poplar
- herb garden you can water for us and pick basil, chives and other herbs for your cuisine

REMOTE FEELING, YET MINUTES TO:
- 4- min. drive, 10 min. bike or 20 min. walk to Big Bay General Store for homemade ice cream (closed in winter)
- 1/2 km east of store visit Keppelcroft, an award-winning garden.
- 1 km east of store visit our friends at Edale eco-complex with their clay-oven bakery for artesan bread, fresh roasted Ironwood coffee to buy.
- 15 min. drive to Wiarton; 25 min. to Owen Sound for fresh fish, farmers markets, groceries at Foodland in Wiarton, groceries at Zehrs in Owen Sound, hardware, liquor/beer stores, golf courses

OTHER FEATURES
- modern, minimalist style living room and kitchen/ bar furniture
- refrigerator/freezer and dishwashers in each main cabin
- 1 washing machine, 1 dryer for shared use, in basement mechanical room
- 1 propane barbecue (house source propane, no tank to fill!) on the deck, beside your cabin
- deck dining table and modernist deck/patio furniture
- patio with custom-designed fireplace overlooking harbour
- treehouse (use at your own risk)
- private parking for 3-4 vehicles adjacent to the house. More in our guest parking.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(22 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
It is a beautiful property that is perfect for families. The kids had so much fun just playing on the deck and the trampoline and exploring the beach. It is not that far to do a day trip to some of the provincial and national parks in the area, but it is secluded enough to feel like you it’s your own personal space. Having people living in the other cottage did not interfere with our enjoyment at all. They were quiet and left the majority of the space to us.
5.0
Aug 2024
We, a family of three generations, highly recommend this property. It was unique, providing multiple opportunities to enjoy the location, both to kick back and relax, as well as participate in water events. Location was great for exploring the peninsula, hiking a number of trails, visiting waterfalls, and cruising in a glass bottom boat at Tobermory.
5.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed our stay at the loft! Graham and Karina are incredible hosts. The easy access to Georgian Bay was a definite highlight. Highly recommend!
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
We had a wonderful week at this truly unique property. This was the perfect place for our family as it gave my son his own space, the Bunky, which has a queen bed. Great views from just about every room. We all had so much fun on the porch swing. My son had a lot of fun on the trampoline. We enjoyed going out in the kayak, paddle board and the paddle boat. The beach is great for skipping rocks, rocky beach not sandy. Centrally located to all the great things the Bruce Peninsula has to offer. The hosts are right next door, but we always felt like we had our own private place. This will definitely be on the top of our list of places to stay when we return.
5.0
Mar 2024
The property is so beautiful! We stayed in the winter and the property was warmed up before our arrival, with firewood to keep us warm. Graham was able to quickly respond to any questions we had while there, and his house watchers were so helpful as well. The kitchen is stocked with any tool or spice you could need. Would absolutely book again.
5.0
Aug 2023
It was hard for us to quite visualize the arrangement of rooms, as the architecture and and layout are quite unique. The Deck includes a Bunkie that is separate from the main building, but joined at the roof by a short gantry. The whole building (and the owner's similarly designed house next to it) is covered by one large roof. This means that any time of day or weather you are sheltered from the elements. The water is filtered from roof water and is delicious. The views over the bay through trees are a delight to wake up to, and deliver stunning sunset light in the evenings. The grounds are the right mix of curated and wild with a path that winds down to their private beach. The water is exceptional and beach hut, hammock and kayaks etc. mean it's easy to spend time there. There is also an at-your-own-risk zipline, trampoline and treehouse that kept the kids entertained for hours. Best of all perhaps, were the hosts. They instantly made us feel welcome, and gave us the feeling we were staying with friends that were delighted their efforts and care meant we had a fantastic stay. I'd love to keep this place a secret, but these guys deserve every bit of praise for what will be a memorable holiday for all of us!
5.0
Aug 2023
We stayed at the property at the end of Jul23 + it did not disappoint. Everything that you could ever want is there to relax. The property is overlooking a beautiful view to the marina + the bluffs of Georgian Bay to the west; it is especially nice in the evening as the gorgeous lights of the sunset filter through. The property is beautifully designed with the kid at heart; there is an external bunk with a gangplank over the top + a door from the second floor to a hammock on the roof of the bunk that overlooks the outdoor patio. They also have a nice swing on the porch and off to the right, they have a tree fort that has a zip line down to a trampoline. Through the woods next to the zipline, there is a path that goes down to the Georgian Bay with boats for use. The water is clear, blue and beautiful with un-incumbered views down 20-70+ feet with no seaweed. There is practically no one on the water with the exception of random watercraft. The living space is airy, very thoughtfully designed and immaculate with lots of windows to enjoy the outdoors. There are also bikes to use. The property is located in a perfect location where visitors can experience the majesty of the Bruce Peninsula with all that it has to offer (boat excursions, rock jumping, hiking and cave exploring). Town is not located far away either. Wiarton is about 10 km + Owen Sound is 25 km the other way. Graham + Karima are wonderful, caring hosts. Our stay was magical! Thank you Barker family!
5.0
Jul 2023
We had a wonderful time at this property. It is a beautiful setting with great amenities. Our kids loved swimming, skipping rocks, kayaking, and climbing around the tree house. The bay was very quiet and tranquil. We enjoyed watching the sunset from the beach and the large porch. Our middle child spend hours reading in the hammock on top of the bunky. We only had 2 nights at the property and we had explored the Bruce Peninsula prior to coming, so we did not venture out much once we arrived. The town of Wiarton was cute though and had a nice grocery store. The hosts were accommodating and respected our privacy during our stay. We would definitely stay here again in the future.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in South Bruce Peninsula?

The average price for a rental in South Bruce Peninsula is $316 per night. This rental is $48 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Stunning Lakeside Loft Guest House Perched Above Georgian Bay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Stunning Lakeside Loft Guest House Perched Above Georgian Bay pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Stunning Lakeside Loft Guest House Perched Above Georgian Bay?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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