Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings

Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
4.9
Outstanding(24 Reviews)

House in Meaford

16 guests · 7 bedrooms · 3 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 house rental

RATES ARE BASED ON FOUR PERSONS occupying the Retreat.
Each additional person, including youth (half rate) are extra.
Children 5 and under are FREE (do NOT include them in your quote)

It is our policy at New Year's, May and September long weekends, if there are no children in the group, that we rent to a maximum of EIGHT adults only.

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Welcome to Greystone Retreat on the shores of Georgian Bay. Ideal for relaxation, entertainment and enjoyment.... a place to share with family and friends for any reason, any season or any occasion.

Privacy and comfort on a one-acre property with peaceful surroundings. 148' of frontage on the shores of Georgian Bay. Available year-round with seasonal rates. SUMMER RENTALS ARE FRIDAY-TO-FRIDAY WEEKLY ONLY.

With 3 floors, 5 bedrooms, 3 washrooms, large dining table and recreation room, 2 large outdoor decks with patio furniture. Greystone Retreat is perfect for 10 adult guests and, with children, accommodates up to 16 total guests. Your dog is also welcome (3 maximum).

If your group is larger, we also have adjacent rentals, located across the road from the Retreat (Greystone Annex and Greystone Bunkie), rented for a flat fee in conjunction with the Retreat. The Annex is perfect for a family of 4-6 or 2 couples; the Bunkie for a couple or family of 4 with young children.

WE SPECIALIZE IN FAMILY GATHERINGS

Great for Honeymoons, Christmas, New Years, family & friendship reunions and other celebrations. Ideal for small meetings, seminars, private retreats and conferences. Wireless internet* throughout.

We welcome scrap bookers, quilters, hikers, kayakers, birders and bicycling enthusiasts (secure garage for equipment). Beautiful recreational hiking trails (over 16km mowed) with 5 privies/outhouses on our private 430 acre managed forest and wildlife/nature reserve located next door. Trails are groomed in winter for cross-country skiing and snowshoes.

Golf courses (3 within 15 minutes), downhill skiing, and snowboarding nearby (Blue Mountain, Talisman less than 1 hour).

Use of canoe, SUP and 2 children's kayaks and paddles. 6 adult PFDs supplied. Bring your own boat. Launch 6km and dock your boat at our home next door.

Groups Passing Through Area ...

Are you a member of a bicycling, kayaking, hiking or birding group in our area and looking for a place to stay as a central hub for exploring? Greystone Retreat is ideal. Private lockable garage for gear.

You are welcome to explore our private 430+ acre nature reserve and managed forest with 14 km of trails on adjacent property. Please be respectful, stay on marked trails, leave only footprints, take only photos and memories. Map is supplied in your welcome package.

Entrance, with parking, opposite Greystone Retreat. All trails are created and maintained by the owners of Greystone Retreat.

NO hunting and NO motorized vehicles at any time on any of our trails or nature/wildlife reserve.

Summer activities include: swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, hiking, biking, picnics, campfires. Two golf courses within 15 minutes' drive (many more in the area). Many natural sights nearby: caves, waterfalls, cliffs, beaches; close to the Bruce Trail.

Winter activities: snowshoe, cross-country ski on our trails; we also have 2 great toboggan hills for kids and kids-at-heart.

Requests for additional services such as cleaning, catering, decorating for a special occasion can be arranged.

HOUSE RULES:
No smoking inside
Pets are allowed
No parties or events
No guests other than those on application
Primary renter must be 25 or older
Minimum rental is 2 nights, except for high season (summer) when it is 7 nights Friday-to-Friday only

Quiet time is 11pm to 7am in keeping with local bylaws

Upon booking VRBO reserves, but does not charge the 'security/damage deposit' in case of any damage, late departure ($50 fee + $50/hour) and/or missing/broken items. Normally, there are no charges.

* Internet is 'rural' which means it is much slower than you are likely used to. We have the best available for our area.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Meaford

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Reviews

4.9
Outstanding(24 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
Guests praise the beautiful property, well-equipped cottages, stunning waterfront, and thoughtful hosts, making it a perfect getaway for outdoor activities and relaxation.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
5.0
Aug 2024
We are a family of 6 adults, 5 children aged 1 to 12. There was something for everyone. The cottage was perfect, lots of bedrooms and open spaces for play or quiet time. The cottage was stocked with everything you could think of. What a pleasure to not have to pack dishes, towels and linens. Outside was beautiful, we loved the big yard to play games, the water was lovely with canoes, kayaks and paddleboards to use. The large garage was stocked with lots of outdoor games, campfire wood, an extra frig and the ping pong table was a hit. We also enjoyed long hikes on the trails across the road. So much thoughtful planning has gone into making the cottage and surrounding area a perfect vacation spot. Just pack your clothes and food and be prepared to make great memories!
5.0
Aug 2024
We had a fantastic family holiday. This is our sixth-year vacationing in the Wiartron/Bruce Peninsula area but our first time at the retreat. We really enjoyed the privacy that the retreat had to offer. We were 4 adult couples, and each had our own room with one to spare. The waterfront though rocky(rocks a bit slippery so you will need water shoes) was tremendous. The A frame house had every amenity you could ask for. The air conditioning was a bonus the first few days as it was extremely hot and humid with no wind. After that, the breezy off of Big Bay was all we needed to keep cool. Another bonus was the 430 private acres across the road with 17km of trails which are owned and maintained by our hosts. There are rest stops etc.. along the way. They have put in a parking lot to allow the public to use the trails as well. You really don't have to go anywhere else. We will definitely be back. Miss it already.
5.0
Jul 2024
It was a very nice place for family and friends plenty of room, Everybody had a great time, and would like to go back in the future.
5.0
Jul 2024
Susan was annexcellent host from booking to check out. The cottage is breathtaking and so much care is taken to equip it for a large group. All the amenities one would want and more. Great trail and nice fire pit. Very generous host leaves you with wood for fireplace inside and we were greeted with homemade cookies and a lovely note. Bbq is gas fed so no need to fuss with propane tanks. Massive basement with walkout and massive tv. Lots of blankets. Loft is gorgeous and all of the rooms have stunning views of nature. Hands down the nicest place I've stayed and the pricing is beyond reasonable. Thank you!!!
5.0
Jun 2024
Perfect place to stay for our golf trip to Cobble Beach, just a 15 minute drive. Beautiful property, food and drinks on the deck or hanging out at the fire pit on the water. Our host was amazing, very easy check in and out process. They even packed up a few items that were left behind and sent them to us.
5.0
Jan 2024
Clean and comfortable cottage, on a lakefront lot, with easy access to trials in the woods.
5.0
Oct 2023
We have stayed at various cottages & hotels over the years. I would like to say 1. The place has awesome views 2. The property managers have thought about everything that you would need to make it a memorable vacation 3. Lastly it is perfectly located for taking up any outdoor activities. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
5.0
Sep 2023
We had a great stay at the Retreat. Everything was just as promised and the property was beautiful.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Meaford?

The average price for a rental in Meaford is $187 per night. This rental is $66 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings. 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 Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Private waterfront home with fire pit on shore ... perfect for family gatherings?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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