Two Private Islands, Super Quiet Part Of Lake, Yet Close To Action

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Property grounds
4.8
Outstanding(25 Reviews)

Cottage in Douro-Dummer

8 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this cottage rental

Please take note that our cottage is on 2 private islands. There is one 3 bedroom main cottage and 2 smaller sleeping cabins. The main building is open 3 seasons, however the 2 sleeping out buildings are only in use July and August. As such in spring (May-June) and fall (Sept-Oct) our maximum occupancy is 8 people.

Also in order to rent our cottage at least one person in your group must have a valid boating license (PCOC.) This person must be capable of driving a small outboard boat. A copy of this PCOC must be provided before confirming the rental. There is no taxi service to deliver you to our islands.

The main cottage was built in 2010, open, airy, close to water on all sides. You feel like you are on a boat from all rooms. Many large mature trees and wildlife. Cottage beautifully appointed with: antiques, pine interior, art, stained glass, open cottagey-kitchen, large open living/dining, awesome for entertaining.

Bedrooms are large, beds are good quality, linens and towels provided, kitchen is fully stocked, spices provided. Outdoor seating for sun-downers, charcoal and propane BBQs. Large outdoor picnic table where most dinners are eaten. A swing and a hammock.

Privacy galore. Your pets are welcome. Breezy in evenings but out of the wind and out of the boat traffic, few bugs in summer.

Lots of boat docking. Comes with one canoe. Motor boats can be rented from Kawartha Park Marina or Peel Marine. Islands are fairly level and low to the water, thus easy for older guests or any challenged at walking, yet I would not say wheel chair accessible.

A wood stove has been installed in the living room and the cottage is fully insulated, so it is suitable for shoulder season rental. Fishermen, writers, readers, poet and those wishing the quieter side of cottage country are all welcome!

Swimming is good and deep off the north island dock.

Bunkie on north island is 100 yrs old and very original, duck when you enter the door! King bed there. There is no bathroom on this island.

Bunkie on main island has queen bed, close to main cottage.

Main building is 1800 sq ft, with 3 huge bedrooms. The master BR has king bed and 2 piece ensuite, bedroom #2 has a queen and 2 twins. bedroom #3 has kid quality bunk beds plus a twin. Building is insulated, all bedrooms have ceiling fans, it remains cool on hot days.

Bathroom down has claw foot tub and hand held shower (not a stand up shower) and decorated with Turkish tiles. There is an outside shower.

Very close to heritage sites and buildings of Association of Stony Lake Cottagers. During July and August only, this includes: Juniper Island Store (quick meals, penny candy, ice creams, drinks etc,) Stony Lake Yacht Club (junior sailing program, tennis courts, racing on weekends,) a pavillion (for movies and square dancing weekly,) swimming lessons, canoeing lessons, masquerade and historic recently rebuilt government dock with a pagoda that goes back to steam boats and long dresses. It just goes on and on. Really must be seen to be believed.

Boat access only. Parking for one car is provided with the rental at Dunford's Landing.
Additional cars are charged $10/day and payable in cash to landing owners. There is also a boat launch for a small cash fee. Access point is best from Dunford's Landing. There is a washing machine. There is no dishwasher. There is wifi, at no added cost. Cell phones work here. there is no landline anymore.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden

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Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(25 Reviews)
5.0
Sep 2023
Paradise
5.0
Jul 2023
Amazing stay! Beautiful and roomy cottage. Panoramic views of the water very special. Owners are responsive and helpful.
5.0
Sep 2022
Great Property for our Family to wind down after long summer - cottage is very open with room enough for our Family (Adult Children) - property was exactly as described - easy to get to from mainland - very clean - all features required of a great stay. Pam was an excellent host who communicated all the way through rental with details and assistance to make our week most enjoyable!
5.0
Sep 2021
Lovely experience for friends get-together
Lovely experience for friends get-together
The place is dreamy! The main cottage is beautifully decorated and had nice furniture. The master bedroom is really nice! The kitchen is well equipped. The dishwashing was a bit stressful because we wanted to ensure we don't clog the drain and keep the sink very clean. Overall, it was a lovely stay and I would like to go back when the weather is nice.
5.0
Sep 2021
A wonderful cottage
A wonderful cottage
Clean, quiet and beautiful. big enough for 3 families.
5.0
Aug 2021
Relaxing with family
Relaxing with family
Pam's property is very well looked after and we had no issues whilst there. The small tin boat with 15hp outboard worked flawlessly and would be more that enough for 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children to get to a few places on the lake for ice creams or lunch out at Hobarts light house, McCracken's landing. The beds are comfy and kitchen well stocked for a cottage. Great swimming off the small attached island. We would absolutely recommend a visit and it was worth the price. Thank you Pam, Bruce and Tulah
5.0
Jun 2021
Unique and relaxing experience!
Unique and relaxing experience!
What an amazing and special place! We booked a stay for three nights to catch up with some family that we have not seen for too long and this place was perfect. The information provided by the owner made it easy to plan our trip and we didn't have any issues getting to the island or immediately being able to relax once we arrived. Luckily, we had nice weather so we were able to paddle, fish, and swim all day which this place is set up perfectly for. The main floor of the cottage was a beautiful place to socialize and relax, and all the bedrooms were comfortable. I am already thinking about planning another trip.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jun 2021
A good experience, but with a few issues.
A good experience, but with a few issues.
Pros The view: Upon arriving at the location, you immediately noticed the beautiful view off of the dock. The island is very private and quiet as advertised. The dock is maintained very well and the main building has a cozy all-wood interior. The fishing was very good off the side of the main dock and the sunset was spectacular! Interior: The interior of the main building is very welcoming and comfy. The kitchen has many utensils and cookware to choose from, which was great as we did lots of cooking. The fridge, oven and other appliances also worked very well. Cons: Washing dishes: As we were told, the plumbing system is very delicate, so we should be extremely cautious when washing the dishes. As it cannot take any fat or even tiny bits of food, we had to wipe dirty dishes before washing and drying to avoid clogging the drain. The water pressure was also very low, so we ended up spending a significant amount of time washing dishes each night. Something to keep in mind, especially with a larger group of travelers. The bugs: Unfortunately, there were a lot of bugs at night – everything but black flies. As a result, we were forced to stay indoors as soon as the sun went down each night. I’m sure this will be less of an issue later in the Summer season. The heat: On the weekend we went, it was very hot and stuffy in the bedrooms. The two floor fans that we found were both broken. If we had one in each room, I think it would be much more comfortable at night. Thankfully, the living room had a great breeze from the big windows surrounding the seating area. Overall, we had some fun over the weekend. Thanks, Pam.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Douro-Dummer?

The average price for a rental in Douro-Dummer is $401 per night. This rental is $196 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Two Private Islands, Super Quiet Part Of Lake, Yet Close To Action. 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 Two Private Islands, Super Quiet Part Of Lake, Yet Close To Action pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Two Private Islands, Super Quiet Part Of Lake, Yet Close To Action?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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