♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(16 Ratings)

Cottage in Leeds Thousand Islands

4 guests · 2 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

♡Looking to escape the hustle? Wanna chill out with friends for a weekend? Experience making tasty s'mores at the bonfire with your kids. Grab a bevy! Chill out after a fun day in the sun! Gaze at the countless stars from a Muskoka chair at the fire pit in your front yard. Your tranquil island cottage awaits. This charming waterfront space is bright, open & airy for your stay♡

Please read the entire description. It will help set expectations. Or at LEAST read the big bullet points ;)

● We live on-site with 2 friendly dogs.
● Bring water to drink (the water here is from a well; it's fine for showering & doing dishes).
● Located on an island. Access is by drive-on ferry. Getting on costs $8 but leaving the island is free.
● There are only houses on the island so please plan your trip accordingly.

▪︎2 bedrooms with 2 beds combined (queen & double). Bringing a baby? A Pack'n'Play (playpen) may be available if needed, just ask!

●While we do offer WiFi, there is no TV.

FEATURING:
▪︎A screened-in front porch.
▪︎A stocked kitchen (pots/pans, dishes, cooking utensils, glassware, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, etc.), bed linens, free BBQ propane & firewood.
▪︎Pack light! 1 complimentary towel/person, shampoo, conditioner & handcrafted body bar provided.
▪︎Has a BBQ at the door & a fire pit near the dock.
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) so we ask our guests to not leave fans or lights on when they are not necessary.
▪︎The BBQ is conveniently located steps away between the kitchen & outdoor table.

We provide bedding & linens, 1 towel + 1 washcloth/person, dishes/kitchenware, a 4 liter jug of water, TP & basic toiletries, propane & firewood. We do not supply or have paper towels.

We have 2 super friendly (off-leash) big dogs. As we live next door, they will more than likely visit at some point during your stay.

■If you plan on doing some fishing here during your stay, you need to have a valid fishing license (can be purchased inexpensively online for weekly use) & your own equipment (rod, lures, worms, etc.).

■OUR PROPERTY■
▪︎Off-grid experience! (Solar/wind energy) Brief power outages are part of the experience ;) , although we added to our house-battery supply in 2021 to ensure these outages happen less often.
▪︎10 minutes to Gananoque.
▪︎30 minutes to Kingston.
▪︎Boat launch & dock on-site.
▪︎Family-based.

■AREA ACTIVITIES■
▪︎In 2002, the Ontario 1000 Islands were designated as a UNESCO biosphere. Explore!
▪︎Fish/swim/kayak on-site.
▪︎Let us take you to a nearby beach by boat.
▪︎Play volleyball or badminton in our sand court.
▪︎Walk or bike down the majestic tree covered, gravel lane.
▪︎Explore trails on the island.

With 4 other rental cottage spaces on the surrounding properties, Hideout on Howe is set up to entertain many guests at the same time. This cottage has its own dock & waterfront space. The volleyball court is shared among guests.

☆Located on an island serviced by 2 ferries, Hideout is just minutes from beautiful Gananoque (the "Gateway to the 1000 Islands"). Local attractions include the renown 1000 Islands Playhouse, the Gan Brewing Company, the 1000 Islands History Museum, the Joel Stone Heritage Park with public playground, splash pad & sandy beach, the Marble Rock Conservation Area, the 1000 Islands Boat Museum, 2 or 5 hour cruises on the Gananoque Boat Line, numerous galleries, helicopter tours, kayaking day trips, & so much more. Join us for lunch at one of our favourite waterfront restaurants! There are several family/group friendly activities available. While these experiences are not sponsored or endorsed by Hideout on Howe, photos have been included to give guests an impression of life in the 1000 islands ; )☆

X● Absolutely no dogs or fireworks permitted. (Deal breakers without refund.) ●X

♡Relax. Play. Enjoy.♡

This reservation has a Flexible cancellation policy - refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the check in date.
A 100% refund is provided for travellers cancelling at least 30 days before check-in. A 50% refund is provided for travellers cancelling from 14 to 29 days before check-in. No refunds are provided for travellers cancelling less than 14 days prior to check-in. CanadaStays Booking Fees are refundable if you cancel within 48 hours of placing your booking request.
Our house rules: no smoking, no parties or events, no pets or dogs permitted (as we have animals, including guardian dogs. We cannot have any other dogs here for the safety of other guests).
No smoking in buildings.
Parents coming with children under the age of 16 must bring proper fitting life jackets for them.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Leeds Thousand Islands

Nearby attractions

Fort Henry National Historic Site

20.6 mi

Brockville Railway Tunnel North Entrance

53.4 mi

Scenic View Park

24.1 mi

Boldt Castle Yacht House

23.9 mi

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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

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4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(16 Ratings)

Cottage in Leeds Thousand Islands

4 guests · 2 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

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Leeds Thousand Islands

Nearby attractions

Fort Henry National Historic Site

20.6 mi

Brockville Railway Tunnel North Entrance

53.4 mi

Scenic View Park

24.1 mi

Boldt Castle Yacht House

23.9 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(16 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Responsive and welcoming hosts, clean cottage with all necessary amenities, convenient location for sightseeing, friendly pets, enjoyable family atmosphere, great experience overall.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Scenic views, friendly and comfortable in communication owners. It is not about luxury but about pleasant impressions, peaceful time and general enjoyment.

3.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

We loved the location but too many buildings feeding off same solar panels. Power was spotty at best, generator very noisy and adjacent to cottage we were in. We had NO hot water for 3 days with no communication by owner from initial advice.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Off the start, Courtney was so quick to respond to any questions I had prior to booking. She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable with everything. Courtney and Chris were both very welcoming when we arrived. One of the first things we noticed was how clean the cottage was. It had everything we needed in terms of dishes and the bed was very comfortable. There are also fans in every room, which was great for me who hates being hot. It is located on Howe Island, which makes it a nice cottage getaway, but also close enough to Kingston and Gananoque for easy access to museums and restaurants. You do have to take a ferry to get to the island, but they run quite frequently so we never had issues. Unfortunately their boat wasn't working when we were there, so we couldn't take advantage of their offer to take us around. We were also there in May, so a little cold for us to take advantage of the nearby water for a swim. The dogs and cats that live there are very friendly and was a highlight for our 19 month old son. The cottage is on a property with the owners' home and a couple of other cottages. So, if you are looking for something very isolated and private, this wouldn't be it. However, Courtney and Chris are not intrusive at all, and we always enjoyed chatting with them when we saw them. If we ever needed anything, Courtney was very quick to bring it over. Their son would also build our fire every night, which was great! Overall we had a great experience and look forward to going back when we have a chance!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

I can't say enough good things about this place. And the owners are TOP SHELF! We loved our stay so much that we are planning another trip in the Fall with friends. This time we went with our kids and they also loved the experience. Its quiet, its like you're on your own private island! You take a 3 car ferry to and from the island, it was quick and the longest wait was maybe 5 minutes. Cant wait to go back !!!!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Great stay Owners were amazing perfect spot if you want to relax go fishing very clean

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Too short!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Looking to get away from it all? This is THE place. Rain or shine. My favorite moment was having my morning coffee on the porch overlooking the St-Lawrence and the white swans and smelling the clean air! The owner, Chris and Courtney are wonderful and so down to earth. We felt really welcomed!

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2019

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

5 star true cottage experience. Went on hikes through forest . Besides watching the gracefulness of the swans,the ducks,cranes,frogs,baby turtle amongst other wildlife truly replaced TV. It is soooooo quiet. Chris,Courtney and their family(even the 4 legged ones) are a breath of fresh air to see such a wonderful family dynamics working together. This vacation brought back alot of great childhood memories which all children should experience. My fiance lives for a chance to fish within the 1st 24 hours caught 82 perch. We really enjoyed the short trip to a very friendly Gananoque exploring all the unique shops

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2019

Property is amazing, hosts are even better. Will be back soon I hope! Thank you.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2018

Owners very friendly and interested in our stay at their cottage and ensuring that we had an enjoyable stay. Beautiful waterfront cottage! Loved the screened in porch to enjoy the early evenings playing family games. Very close to the Gananoque ferry and short drive to downtown. Our daughters in their early 20's also enjoyed the cottage for family time.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2017

Our family of 5 with 2 small kids stayed for 3 nights in Oct and had a fantastic time. Chris and Courtney were always around and have created a wonderful cottage retreat that gave you a plethora of activities with no restrictions on what you want to do, besides what common courtesy dictates. I was given the chance to grill, kayak or fish whenever I want. Its size and location gave us the privacy and freedom to enjoy our small slice of Canada without worry. From towels to firewood, everything was provided for. A highlight of our trip was making Smores on a campfire and looking up at the stars, which are fabulous as no light come from the island or Gananoque to wash them out. We even had a visit from their pet dog. Definitely not something that could be done at most motels in gananoque. Trips to gananoque are not long at all as the ferry is quick and gananoque close. We spent a rainy day in nearby Kingston and planned on a trip to Ottawa or Montreal, but changed as we were having a great time just at the resort. Just be sure to know what you're getting into before you visit. As it is on an island, there will be bugs and frogs galore. As long as doors are kept shut, bugs and mosquitoes were totally manageable. My kids found frogs the size of baseballs and loved it. Being powered by solar and wind, occasional power outages occur when energy isn't enough and before the generator kicks in, so bring a flashlight. We had 2 during our stay. Our biggest gripe was with the water. It smells of sulfur or heavy copper and isn't potable. This is common for most areas with groundwater and is in no way their fault. They do provide drinking water for you, but I would also recommend buying another extra litres a person for bathing, as the smell comes from the showers as well. All in all, we had a fantastic time! The location and freedom do do what you want with everything already included (even utesils and firewood) made for an unforgettable vacation. Why anyone visiting the 1000 islands would choose a touristy motel over this is beyond me. The sunsets from the dock alone is worth the trip. Just WOW!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Leeds Thousand Islands?

The average price for a rental in Leeds Thousand Islands is $347 per night. This rental is $18 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡. Enjoy the water!

Is ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.

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♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

Cottage in Leeds Thousand Islands

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Leeds Thousand Islands

Nearby attractions

♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡

Cottage in Leeds Thousand Islands

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Leeds Thousand Islands

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Leeds Thousand Islands?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡ pet friendly?

What amenities are available at ♡Tranquil waterfront island escape♡?

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