Sandy Shores Retreat
House in Port Colborne
8 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
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Welcome to our custom lakeside retreat. This newer home has custom wood work and all the amenities you need. Located on the shores of Lake Erie at Cedar Bay one of the nicest beaches in the area. Our cozy cottage has four sleeping areas, one and a half baths and an expansive living open concept living area. Note this home has a second home on the property that has two units in it, one is that is a vacation rental and the other has a long term renter that uses it occasionally. They are completely separate but do share the private beach.
All of the comforts of home are here including dinnerware, cookware, linens and towels, and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Complimentary WiFi is available along with satellite TV. Start your mornings enjoying coffee in the front screened porch and kick back in the evenings with a cocktail around the fire pit.
With a screened in lower porch to enjoy evenings and an upper open patio for relaxation there is plenty of space to enjoy.
We are three story style living providing plenty of room for large families or two families travelling together with a maximum of 6 adults with younger children. Please do not request to book if your group has more than 6 adults as we cannot accommodate it.
Layouts are as follows:
Bedroom 1 – master bedroom top floor (sleeps 2)
Sleeping Area 2 – double bed in hallway nook on top floor (sleeps 2)
Sleeping Area 3 – 2 double beds (new mattresses fall 2022) with single trundle on lowest level (sleeps 5). This room is open to the staircase to the lowest level.
Sleeping Area 4 – Queen pullout sofa in a separate room in the lowest level (sleeps 2)
The 2 acre lot has a front house and a back house with plenty of room for all and ample parking. This is the back house and it must be noted that guests may be in the front house at the same time. The private beach is shared with the front cottage guests but it is a large beach with plenty of room.
With stairs down the the private beach this is a perfect vacation spot if you are looking to get away from it all. November 1 - March 31 the stairs to the lower part of the beach are removed to prevent them from being washed away in winter storms. If the weather is not cooperative the stairs may be removed into April. There is beach access a very short walk to the west of the property available year round.
Please note Lake Erie cam be unpredictable, the water and beach can change frequently so we cannot guarantee favorable conditions. (Firepit and direct beach access is available in peak months of May to October only - there is another access to beach 2 minutes walk away that is available year round)
Only 450 meters from Humberstone Centennial Park which offers public amenities including a playground and washroom facilities. The Sugarloaf Harbour Marina is a quick 15 minute drive.
If travelling with several families please contact to see if both cottages are available.
We do not allow pets at this home.
Upon confirming your booking, you will be emailed a rental agreement for review and signature. Highlights of the agreement include:
- We respectfully ask that you treat our home with respect and consider it as your home away from home and remain considerate of the neighbours always.
- The Renter whose name the reservation is made is responsible for the conduct of all those using or occupying the vacation property and/or its grounds throughout the duration of their stay.
- There are outdoor security cameras at this home. They are in the parking area, and over the upper outdoor patio facing the lake . The cameras are not monitored and footage is only accessed if absolutely necessary for security, storms or Town By-Law
- When you are not in the house and upon final departure, guests must close and lock all windows and doors. In addition, upon final departure, the Renter must ensure that all food and beverages are removed from the rental property including cabinets, refrigerators and freezers. Failure to remove these items may result in additional cleaning fees
- Renters are liable for all damages and/or loss to the rental property caused by them or as a result of their negligence or caused by or as a result of negligence by anyone permitted on the property during their stay.
- Smoking is not permitted inside
- Please note that absolutely no other items other than bathroom tissue are to be flushed down the toilet. ANYTHING other than bathroom tissue should be placed in the garbage. Any misuse could result in plumbing issues and service calls or repairs will be charged back to the client.
All of the comforts of home are here including dinnerware, cookware, linens and towels, and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Complimentary WiFi is available along with satellite TV. Start your mornings enjoying coffee in the front screened porch and kick back in the evenings with a cocktail around the fire pit.
With a screened in lower porch to enjoy evenings and an upper open patio for relaxation there is plenty of space to enjoy.
We are three story style living providing plenty of room for large families or two families travelling together with a maximum of 6 adults with younger children. Please do not request to book if your group has more than 6 adults as we cannot accommodate it.
Layouts are as follows:
Bedroom 1 – master bedroom top floor (sleeps 2)
Sleeping Area 2 – double bed in hallway nook on top floor (sleeps 2)
Sleeping Area 3 – 2 double beds (new mattresses fall 2022) with single trundle on lowest level (sleeps 5). This room is open to the staircase to the lowest level.
Sleeping Area 4 – Queen pullout sofa in a separate room in the lowest level (sleeps 2)
The 2 acre lot has a front house and a back house with plenty of room for all and ample parking. This is the back house and it must be noted that guests may be in the front house at the same time. The private beach is shared with the front cottage guests but it is a large beach with plenty of room.
With stairs down the the private beach this is a perfect vacation spot if you are looking to get away from it all. November 1 - March 31 the stairs to the lower part of the beach are removed to prevent them from being washed away in winter storms. If the weather is not cooperative the stairs may be removed into April. There is beach access a very short walk to the west of the property available year round.
Please note Lake Erie cam be unpredictable, the water and beach can change frequently so we cannot guarantee favorable conditions. (Firepit and direct beach access is available in peak months of May to October only - there is another access to beach 2 minutes walk away that is available year round)
Only 450 meters from Humberstone Centennial Park which offers public amenities including a playground and washroom facilities. The Sugarloaf Harbour Marina is a quick 15 minute drive.
If travelling with several families please contact to see if both cottages are available.
We do not allow pets at this home.
Upon confirming your booking, you will be emailed a rental agreement for review and signature. Highlights of the agreement include:
- We respectfully ask that you treat our home with respect and consider it as your home away from home and remain considerate of the neighbours always.
- The Renter whose name the reservation is made is responsible for the conduct of all those using or occupying the vacation property and/or its grounds throughout the duration of their stay.
- There are outdoor security cameras at this home. They are in the parking area, and over the upper outdoor patio facing the lake . The cameras are not monitored and footage is only accessed if absolutely necessary for security, storms or Town By-Law
- When you are not in the house and upon final departure, guests must close and lock all windows and doors. In addition, upon final departure, the Renter must ensure that all food and beverages are removed from the rental property including cabinets, refrigerators and freezers. Failure to remove these items may result in additional cleaning fees
- Renters are liable for all damages and/or loss to the rental property caused by them or as a result of their negligence or caused by or as a result of negligence by anyone permitted on the property during their stay.
- Smoking is not permitted inside
- Please note that absolutely no other items other than bathroom tissue are to be flushed down the toilet. ANYTHING other than bathroom tissue should be placed in the garbage. Any misuse could result in plumbing issues and service calls or repairs will be charged back to the client.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Port Colborne
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Reviews
3.0
The house was very clean.
5.0
Terrific vacation place. The place was clean and modern. The kitchen was very well- equipped. Wifi and AC worked well. The beach was quiet and the water ok to swim in (some algae but to be expected this time of year and with such a hot summer). Some areas had stones so I would recommend water shoes. There’s a park within walking distance for volleyball, tennis, pickleball. We enjoyed it all.
We ate every meal in the sun room, which became our favourite room in the house. The beds were very comfortable. My daughter especially liked the motorized shade in the skylight above the bed in the alcove outside the master bedroom. Great touch.
5.0
Great location perfect for kids and adults and big enough for all to have their space and enjoy the trip
5.0
Lovely cottage with lots of communal space. Quiet but close to lots of amenities. Would definately reccomend!
5.0
We came to Lake Erie in Port Colborne, Canada to view the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 as a family who enjoys traveling together and doing different astronomy themed excursions. Even though our stay was short and sweet (only 4 days) we returned home with fantastic photos, everlasting memories, a desire to return again sooner than later, and the feeling as if we’d been on a 2 week vacation, completely relaxed and refreshed. Thank you so much for sharing the welcoming cabin with us.
5.0
Home was super clean and very well equipped for an enjoyable stay. Owner was responsive. We are a family with small children, and the sleeping arrangements were perfect- the kids loved the loft area (and the motorized blind for the skylight was great for nap time). Highly recommend!
4.0
Great place
5.0
I loved it and enjoyed this place from the second number one and pleasantly surprised how good owners maintain the place. It's nice and clean well air conditioned, they though of every little tiny detail to make it good. I love it and it's gonna be very hard for me to beat this, and find my next place for vacation same good or even close to this one. I recommend it to everyone. It's just a piece of paradise on the earth
5.0
Enjoyed our week long stay at Shady Shores. Very nicely appointed and spacious. You're always taking a day-to-day chance on beach conditions, but I'd rate the beach that week about a 6/10.
5.0
Great property! It provided space for our family with older kids. Location allows you to get to places easily. Fantastic small towns to visit and VERY short drive to Niagara. Walks on the beach were fantastic. The beach is beautiful; however, felt like we were intruding on the other house due to the path to get to the stairs. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
5.0
The cottage was perfect. My daughter used the cottage for wedding Day prep with her bridesmaids, then family stayed over. Fully equipped, great communication, so cute !
5.0
This cottage exceeded our expectations. Very well designed/ decor. Extremely clean. Close to beach you can hear the water but not quite in view. You are able to go down to the beach within a short walk.
Teri the property manager was organized, accommodating and prompt to respond.
I would recommend this stay at Cedar Bay
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4.0
Our stay here was enjoyable and the house has much to offer for a family staying on the lake. The house is updated with modern appliances, furnishings, wifi and smart TVs. The air conditioning is quite nice, and not something you get at many lake rentals. The screened porch is also relaxing and a nice place to have lunch or dinner. We loved being close to Bodner's as well, one of the best butcher counters in the area.
Unfortunately, compared to other rentals we have had, this house is not appointed very well. Only one roll of TP per bathroom for the entire week, no kleenex, no napkins or paper towels, not even salt and pepper in the kitchen. Many of the doors did not close or latch, light bulbs are mismatched between soft white and daylight in the same room, and some bulbs are out altogether. I even had to repair one of the door handles to the screen porch which slid right off, thankfully I travel with tools. On a cool day, we decided to open windows and every sill was filthy with dead bugs, and I had to clean them.
If you are looking for a vacation where you can sleep in, this is probably not the place for you. East facing skylights are above both beds on the second floor. The other beds are in the basement which can be quite cold, but it is dark in the morning. While no one can control the lake conditions (and noted in the description), the most disappointing thing about our beach rental was the black algae in the water, making the beach unusable for most of the week. Thankfully it did clear out on our last day here, but compared to Crystal Beach the bay here has more variable water conditions. This is a decent rental, but we definitely had some surprises during our week-long stay.
4.0
This is a beautiful cottage which accommodated a large part of our family. The kitchen and bathrooms are modern and well appointed and most of the remainder of the cottage very nice. The setting in the trees is very appealing. The embankment at the beach offers a spectacular beach view.
However, a couple of issues should be addressed. The lower level with two beds is actually a basement. The small windows are a concern for emergency exit. Also, there was a urine smell at the bottom of the stairs.
The property manager, Teri, responded quickly to a concern about the air conditioning and overall was easily contacted as required.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Port Colborne?
The average price for a rental in Port Colborne is R 4,313 per night. This rental is R 221 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sandy Shores Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Sandy Shores Retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sandy Shores Retreat?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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