Riverfront Retreat - Large Family Cottage with Games Room, Hot Tub and Sauna
Cottage in Kawartha Lakes
13 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this cottage rental
Book now for Summer 2024! We are filling-up quickly! Only 1-week left! Saturday July 20th to Saturday July 27th!
Escape to the Riverfront Retreat! Situated on the Burnt River in the Kawartha Lakes region, this four-season home has 3 bedrooms (sleeps 13), 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, wood burning stove, large basement rec room, pool table/ping pong table, hot tub, barrel sauna, riverside dock and outdoor fire pit. The cottage is situated overlooking the river. The Burnt River is known for being clean, deep and weed free! Great for swimming, kyaking, fishing and access to the Trent Waterway!
The Space:
Escape to the Kawarthas in comfort! We are new owners of an established and successful Airbnb property. Since taking ownership in the Fall of 2022, we have completed countless new upgrades including all new furniture, and new paint throughout. Our goal with this cottage is to make it a high-end vacation home worthy of HGTV! This cottage is fully updated inside and outside with modern finishes, bright colours, and has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing vacation and build long lasting memories! Starlink Internet with download speeds of 100 - 160 MB per second.
Inside the cottage, guests will enjoy a large open-concept great room with vaulted ceilings and views of the River. The great room has been recently renovated and features a brand new kitchen (including new appliances) new kitchen island and coffee bar (both 12-cup and Kuerig), and is open-concept with the new living room. The spacious living room includes plenty of seating around a wood burning stove, with views of the river.
Next to the great room is the dining room, that features a huge dining room table with 8-chairs. The table can comfortably seat 10-12 people, and also has another ‘leaf’ that can be inserted to make the table even bigger for large meals with family and friends.
Also off the great room are two bedrooms and a 3-piece full bathroom. The master bedroom features a queen size bed and an ‘office nook’ which includes an office desk, ergonomic chair, and computer monitor. The second bedroom comes with rustic wood bunk beds (double on bottom/single on top), which are great for kids and adults alike.
In the basement, the cottage features a large rec room with a 55" Smart TV, with VCR/DVD player, which can be used to watch our extensive 5-star movie collection. We also have an Original Xbox that has a hard drive with 25+ vintage games from the early 2000's. There is also a brand new pull-out couch for extra sleeping, as well as the pool table/ping pong table. A great flex space for kids or hanging out and watching movies on a rainy day!
The third bedroom is located off the rec room and features a beautiful Photo-Wall - A stunning feature wall that makes you feel like you are sleeping in the wilderness. The third bedroom has 2 brand-new queen-sized beds, and a futon. Off the bedroom is the second 3-piece full bathroom (recently renovated) and laundry.
A true hideaway – the outside features a large deck, overlooking the river. Deck includes a built-in hot tub and a dining area that is covered by a gazebo. Off the deck, guests can also enjoy a barrel sauna and fire pit. The roadside of the cottage has lots of property for yard games and sports. It should be noted that Cedarplank Rd. is a quiet cottage road.
Guests can enjoy swimming off the dock, as the Burnt River is known for being clean, deep and weed free! It is also located on the Trent-Severn Waterway and flows into Balsam lake and Cameron lake. A public boat launch is a short 1-minute drive from the cottage.
The Cottage has a UV filtration system, so tap-water is clean and drinkable. There is also a heat pump / AC unit on the main floor as well as several ceiling fans. Main floor is carpet free. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Propane BBQ is included.
Snowmobilers are welcomed! Our cottage is fully heated/winterized, and includes a wood burning fireplace. The hot tub and sauna are useable 12-months of the year. It’s a short connection to OFSC B103 / Ganaraska Trail for endless trails/destinations.
Other Things to Note:
The cottage comes equipped with everything you need! Including bed linens, pillows, bath towels, beach towels, inside and outside furniture, fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig, toaster, washer and dryer. The kitchen is equipped with brand new cutlery, pots/pans, glasses, wine glasses, and all general kitchen ware that you would need to cook 5-star meals.
The following supplies are also included: toilet paper, coffee filters, garbage bags, soap, body wash, shampoo, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies.
High chair, Pack-n-play and baby gates are also available upon request. Parking accommodates 7 vehicles.
Full-Week rentals only during summer months (July and August), Check-in 4:00pm on Saturday, Check-out 10:00am the following Saturday.
Located near:
Convenience - 9.68km
LCBO - 7.38km
Restaurant - 5.36km
Coffee - 9.36km
Bank - 9.31km
Gas station - 7.63km
Park - 1.13km
Medical Care - 9.87km
Pharmacy - 9.24km
Guest Access:
Guests can enjoy 'self check-in' for our cottage, which has a keypad lock on the main door. All of the property can be used by guests, with exception of the detached garage. Our Property Manager, Dave, lives just 2 cottages down. Dave will welcome guests to their stay and show them how to work the hot tub, sauna, and answer any other questions they may have about the property.
For the safety of our guests and security of our cottage property, we have 1 outdoor security camera (video doorbell), which will be active during your stay. The doorbell is on the back side of the cottage (facing the street). There are no cameras inside the cottage or anywhere else on the property.
Escape to the Riverfront Retreat! Situated on the Burnt River in the Kawartha Lakes region, this four-season home has 3 bedrooms (sleeps 13), 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, wood burning stove, large basement rec room, pool table/ping pong table, hot tub, barrel sauna, riverside dock and outdoor fire pit. The cottage is situated overlooking the river. The Burnt River is known for being clean, deep and weed free! Great for swimming, kyaking, fishing and access to the Trent Waterway!
The Space:
Escape to the Kawarthas in comfort! We are new owners of an established and successful Airbnb property. Since taking ownership in the Fall of 2022, we have completed countless new upgrades including all new furniture, and new paint throughout. Our goal with this cottage is to make it a high-end vacation home worthy of HGTV! This cottage is fully updated inside and outside with modern finishes, bright colours, and has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing vacation and build long lasting memories! Starlink Internet with download speeds of 100 - 160 MB per second.
Inside the cottage, guests will enjoy a large open-concept great room with vaulted ceilings and views of the River. The great room has been recently renovated and features a brand new kitchen (including new appliances) new kitchen island and coffee bar (both 12-cup and Kuerig), and is open-concept with the new living room. The spacious living room includes plenty of seating around a wood burning stove, with views of the river.
Next to the great room is the dining room, that features a huge dining room table with 8-chairs. The table can comfortably seat 10-12 people, and also has another ‘leaf’ that can be inserted to make the table even bigger for large meals with family and friends.
Also off the great room are two bedrooms and a 3-piece full bathroom. The master bedroom features a queen size bed and an ‘office nook’ which includes an office desk, ergonomic chair, and computer monitor. The second bedroom comes with rustic wood bunk beds (double on bottom/single on top), which are great for kids and adults alike.
In the basement, the cottage features a large rec room with a 55" Smart TV, with VCR/DVD player, which can be used to watch our extensive 5-star movie collection. We also have an Original Xbox that has a hard drive with 25+ vintage games from the early 2000's. There is also a brand new pull-out couch for extra sleeping, as well as the pool table/ping pong table. A great flex space for kids or hanging out and watching movies on a rainy day!
The third bedroom is located off the rec room and features a beautiful Photo-Wall - A stunning feature wall that makes you feel like you are sleeping in the wilderness. The third bedroom has 2 brand-new queen-sized beds, and a futon. Off the bedroom is the second 3-piece full bathroom (recently renovated) and laundry.
A true hideaway – the outside features a large deck, overlooking the river. Deck includes a built-in hot tub and a dining area that is covered by a gazebo. Off the deck, guests can also enjoy a barrel sauna and fire pit. The roadside of the cottage has lots of property for yard games and sports. It should be noted that Cedarplank Rd. is a quiet cottage road.
Guests can enjoy swimming off the dock, as the Burnt River is known for being clean, deep and weed free! It is also located on the Trent-Severn Waterway and flows into Balsam lake and Cameron lake. A public boat launch is a short 1-minute drive from the cottage.
The Cottage has a UV filtration system, so tap-water is clean and drinkable. There is also a heat pump / AC unit on the main floor as well as several ceiling fans. Main floor is carpet free. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Propane BBQ is included.
Snowmobilers are welcomed! Our cottage is fully heated/winterized, and includes a wood burning fireplace. The hot tub and sauna are useable 12-months of the year. It’s a short connection to OFSC B103 / Ganaraska Trail for endless trails/destinations.
Other Things to Note:
The cottage comes equipped with everything you need! Including bed linens, pillows, bath towels, beach towels, inside and outside furniture, fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig, toaster, washer and dryer. The kitchen is equipped with brand new cutlery, pots/pans, glasses, wine glasses, and all general kitchen ware that you would need to cook 5-star meals.
The following supplies are also included: toilet paper, coffee filters, garbage bags, soap, body wash, shampoo, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies.
High chair, Pack-n-play and baby gates are also available upon request. Parking accommodates 7 vehicles.
Full-Week rentals only during summer months (July and August), Check-in 4:00pm on Saturday, Check-out 10:00am the following Saturday.
Located near:
Convenience - 9.68km
LCBO - 7.38km
Restaurant - 5.36km
Coffee - 9.36km
Bank - 9.31km
Gas station - 7.63km
Park - 1.13km
Medical Care - 9.87km
Pharmacy - 9.24km
Guest Access:
Guests can enjoy 'self check-in' for our cottage, which has a keypad lock on the main door. All of the property can be used by guests, with exception of the detached garage. Our Property Manager, Dave, lives just 2 cottages down. Dave will welcome guests to their stay and show them how to work the hot tub, sauna, and answer any other questions they may have about the property.
For the safety of our guests and security of our cottage property, we have 1 outdoor security camera (video doorbell), which will be active during your stay. The doorbell is on the back side of the cottage (facing the street). There are no cameras inside the cottage or anywhere else on the property.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Kawartha Lakes
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
There was something for everyone, dock for fishing, kayaks for excursions along a tranquil river, games room and not to forget..hot tub and sauna! The neighbours were wonderful, restaurants had great food and friendly service. If you can go to Kawartha dairy in Bobcaygeon for the amazing ice cream.
5.0 / 5.0
The cottage was beautiful and looked exactly like the photos if not even better in person. The river was so fun to float down and swim in, and my group and I quite enjoyed our time in the hot tub as well. Both the owner and the property manager were very accommodating and understanding, and both of them were incredibly easy to get in contact with if we needed anything, and very helpful with any questions we had. The cottage was clean and easily accessible with just a few turns from the main road. The area was beautiful too with the small town near by offering some adorable shops and great ice cream. There were lots of fun things to do and see which made for the perfect summer cottage getaway for my friends and I. Would definitely recommend staying here any day.
5.0 / 5.0
The property was everything as advertised and more! There was plenty of room for our family togetherness and yet you could have private space when wanted. Our family group included 12 people. The property owner and the property manager are great to work with! We would definitely rent this property again.
5.0 / 5.0
Had a wonderful stay at the Riverfront Retreat with several friends!
From the moment we booked, the owner was communicative and accommodating, and the property manager was both friendly and eager to share information about the house and general area.
General agreement among the group is that the photos did not do the house justice. It is just literal steps from the river, and many of us enjoyed sitting on the deck or the dock enjoying the weather. We got much use out of the sauna, hot tub, and kayaks.
The dining room doubled as a great space to play a few games as the sun went down. We were lucky enough with weather to not need to make much use of the basement area, but it was a great spot to watch a movie as a group as well as spending a few minutes at the pool table.
Linens and basic soaps being provided was a huge perk for my group, as many of us were coming from a great distance. This saved us from schlepping a lot of extra things with us, as we had limited car space.
Overall, if I am looking to stay somewhere in this area again, I will be keeping this cottage in mind! Many thanks to hosts Mike, Jacqueline, and Dave for making such a nice week possible!
5.0 / 5.0
10/10 had no complaints. Going up and down the river was a blast. House was tidy and had everything we needed. Would definitely come back again.
5.0 / 5.0
This cottage was excellent. We loved the amenities, and the interior was super modern and well maintained. There was absolutely nothing lacking from the features, or the location, and in the 4 days we were there we couldn’t even get through all the activities this place had to offer. The owner and manager were super responsive and anything we needed help with was taken care of in minutes.
5.0 / 5.0
We loved staying here. It was very easy to communicate and clean and nice set up. Loved the hot tub and sauna and all the things in the kitchen to cook yummy meals. Thanks! Would highly recommend and may be back someday.
5.0 / 5.0
Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
The stay was enjoyable and relaxing for a group of women in our thirties! We used the jacuzzi and barrel sauna, and enjoyed all the options for games, ping pong, etc. Considering the Kawartha Lakes area was on fire watch and it was still cold outside in early spring it was especially nice to have the indoor fireplace to use and roast marshmallows. The bathrooms were clean and the kitchen is well stocked, but I would recommend bringing your own containers for leftovers. One of the bedrooms has one bed only, while the rest are shared rooms with multiple beds or a pull-out couch. The cottage is very close to neighbours across the river so they can see you and vice versa, so that's less private, but the overall area is nice: tons of birds (great for birders) and close to Indian Point Provincial Park and Balsam Lake Provincial Park.
5.0 / 5.0
Our family had a great time at this cottage. It provided everything we needed. The property manager and homeowner were both very helpful. The home was clean and well stocked. We loved the hot tub, pool table and ping pong table.
The cottage is located close to both Bobcaygeon and Fenelon falls for day trips.
We would definitely recommend this cottage for a winter getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
10/10 place to stay!!!!
Me and my girlfriends have stayed here the last three years. We just got back from an amazing fun filled weekend and have noticed a HUGE change in upgrades for the BETTER!!!! New beds, new kitchen appliances, beach towels (was a nice touch), new couches and lots of space to enjoy and relax.
100% will be coming back and possibly spend some time in the summer.
We love coming here and will continue for years to come!
Thanks to the new owners Jacqueline and Michael for a fantastic weekend!
See you real soon!
5.0 / 5.0
This cottage was perfect for a few friends looking for a quick retreat. The place was well kept and it had everything we needed. Being on the water we even got to take some cold dips in the river. 🥶😁
5.0 / 5.0
Just what we needed to relax on a weekend
5.0 / 5.0
Lots of yard space for outdoor games . Spacious deck looking over the river.
Clean & modern kitchen / appliances .
Lower level was a hit with the kids , they enjoyed having their own space .
5.0 / 5.0
We enjoyed our stay at this cottage! There’s lots of sleeping space, it’s very clean, and the hot tub is a huge bonus! The properly is located right on the river so the view is beautiful. The hosts were lovely and left me a bottle of champagne with a nice note for my birthday - so thoughtful! Would definitely stay here again. Thanks Mike and Jacqueline!
5.0 / 5.0
We just wanted to thank Michael and his family for bending over backwards to make our stay a memorable one. As Micheal just took possession of this property two days before our arrival, we both had to go through some hoops with VRBO. Michael made this as painless as possible. He was only able to get access to the house 5 hours prior to our arrival. In that time the house was professionally cleaned and some repairs and alterations made. A welcome basket with goodies was a great start to our stay. The first day was spent getting used to where everything was and getting our friend's dog acclimatized to the property. We discovered the amazing collection of VHS tapes in the basement and spent our time at night watching old great action flicks. It was so much fun. The hot tub and sauna became part of our daily routine after a day spent out fishing and boating on a pontoon boat which was rented from Rosedale Marina. The cottage was located on Burnt River about an hour from Cameron Lake. We enjoyed the trip up and down the river. Our wives enjoyed using the 2 kayaks on the river and we were able to fish right off the dock. There is a large fire pit which we used and enjoyed and a gazebo on the back deck was great for cocktails and just sitting and relaxing. The layout of the cottage worked perfectly for us as there was a bathroom and bedroom in the basement that we used and our friends used the 2 bedrooms and bathroom on the main floor. Michael, as the new owner, did not have time prior to our arrival to make any large changes. Since our 2 week stay, he let us know that he has upgraded the furniture and made many changes to improve the cottage rental experience. We and our friends look forward to renting from Michael again.
John, Jane, Heather, Hank and Cruz.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Kawartha Lakes?
The average price for a rental in Kawartha Lakes is $368 per night. This rental is $85 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Riverfront Retreat - Large Family Cottage with Games Room, Hot Tub and Sauna. 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 Riverfront Retreat - Large Family Cottage with Games Room, Hot Tub and Sauna 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 Riverfront Retreat - Large Family Cottage with Games Room, Hot Tub and Sauna?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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