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Lake
Property grounds
Exterior
Pool
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Whitestone, ON
  • Fairholme Lake
    12 min drive
  • Ridge at Manitou
    27 min drive
  • Killbear Provincial Park
    59 min drive
  • Parry Sound, ON (YPD-Parry Sound Area Municipal)
    47 min drive

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CA $418 total
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11 Dec - 12 Dec
Beautiful 1-bedroom Cottage on Shawanaga Lake

About the area

Dunchurch

On lake.At this Whitestone cottage, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Fairholme Lake and 12 miles (20 km) of Glenwood Marina. Charles W Stockey Centre is within 12 miles (20 km) and Ridge at Manitou is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fairholme Lake - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Ridge at Manitou - 27 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Magnetewan Heritage Center - 28 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Charles W Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts - 42 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Killbear Provincial Park - 59 min drive - 63.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Ahmic Harbour Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Country House Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Bar Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Frogger's Leap & Eat - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Duck Nest Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A cozy lakeside cottage getaway, plenty included- there is very little to pack!

Welcome to Whitestone Lake Cottage – a year-round retreat with everything you need for a relaxing getaway!

Outdoor Activities (Seasonal Highlights)

Summer:
• On the Lake: Dock, beach area, canoe, paddleboat, 2 kayaks, and SUP board
• Water Sports: Boating, waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing (bring or rent a boat from the marina)
• BBQ & Patio: Enjoy outdoor meals on the patio with plenty of seating

Fall:
• Hiking: Scenic trails for fall foliage walks
• Cozy Fireside: Sweaters and blankets by the woodstove or on the dock with morning coffee

Winter:
• Snow Activities: Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling trails, ice fishing

Spring:
• Fresh Outdoor Adventures: Kayaking & canoeing (once the lake ice has fully melted), fishing, and golfing nearby

Cottage Features
• Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open-concept great room, and a fully-equipped kitchen
• Amenities: Woodstove fireplace, large deck, BBQ grill, private dock and beachfront
• Parking: Space for cars, trailers, or tents on the grassy area

Nearby Attractions & Essentials
• Dunchurch (10 minutes): Breakfast spots, variety stores, and ice cream
• McKellar: Ice cream shop, café, and a local farm store with fresh meats
• Parry Sound (20 minutes): Walmart, Sobeys, Home Depot, Starbucks, Pet Value, and plenty more

Ideal for:
• Couples, solo adventurers, families with kids, and pets
• Those seeking a peaceful lakeside escape with plenty of outdoor activities

Whitestone Lake Cottage offers tranquillity and nature with the convenience of nearby essentials. Enjoy your stay in every season!

*please note there is no dishwasher and no WiFi, and you need to bring your own towels and drinking water

Property manager

Erica

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Cozy Cottage Only 2.5hrs From T.O

A cozy lakeside cottage getaway, plenty included- there is very little to pack! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kassidy K., Niagara Falls

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Everything was as advertised. Hosts are transparent about the work that still needs to be done to improve the cottage but it had everything we needed - including toys for our young child and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura A., Stoney creek

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriend getaway
I’ve been to Erica’s property several times and it never disappoints. Cozy, comfortable and clean. The kitchen is very well supplied. Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely winter cottage!
We recently stayed here and it was a truly wonderful experience. The cottage was cozy, clean and well-equipped with all the amenities we needed. The surrounding winter landscape was breathtakingly beautiful and offered endless opportunities for outdoor activities. The host was incredibly helpful and responsive to all our needs, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. We highly recommend this cottage rental to anyone looking for a peaceful and memorable winter getaway. Thank you for the amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

William P.

View is nice but Cottage was ok..
The cottage does need quite a bit to fix up. The main hand railing is broken and is not safe to use, The lower half of the screen door is bent so it does not close all the way leaving a gap of at least an inch. So we couldn't use it due to the bugs. We did find quite a bit of mouse droppings around the inside of the cottage. The inside of the stove was dirty and we did not want to use it in case of a fire. Some of the cook ware is really worn and had loose handles. We had difficulties getting the BBQ going due to a problem with the regulator. Also the lower section of the BBQ under the burners was completely rotted which could of led to a grease fire. There is little privacy from the neighbors on both sides. The property manager also decided to cut the grass while we were on the back patio. I would expect this be completed in between rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We don’t normally rent a cottage during the off-season, but this cottage was a wonderful change of pace for us! It was so nice to have a wood burning fire to cozy up near with a good book, and Erica truly thought of everything by supplying firewood, kindling, and lighters. It was really nice to stay somewhere where there is obvious pride of ownership and concern for guest experience. Overall, we highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura A., Stoney creek

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
Beautiful property with all the amenities needed. Clean,comfortable and great communication with owner. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage on very busy lake
The cottage was older but fixed up, very clean and nicely furnished. Lots of useful things available to us. No internet or Tb but we didn’t care about that. The lake, however, is super loaded with cottages. We found a portion of it that is still natural and took our boat there twice. Very nice the first time but plagued with jet skis and pontoon boats the second time. Neighbours had a bunch of screaming kids up for the long weekend. Water level was very low and swimming was not great. Nonetheless the property is large (2 acres) and well maintained. Good spot for our doggie to play frisbee, and the fire pit is lovely. I found the ad a little misleading with regard to the lakefront. It’s really very small and crowded in between other properties. But there is a dock that is in pretty good shape where we could tie up our boat. Only about 1 ft of water depth at the end of the dock though. Overall it is a nice place but not the best place for us.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Imperfectly perfect get away
This property was exactly what the owner said it was. If you forgot anything they had it, location was great, pretty clean and it was very easy to get a hold of home owner if you had any questions. Definitely will be going back. Great if you have kids and a dog.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway location!
Our stay at the cottage was fantastic! The property was extremely clean and very beautifully decorated. Everything that we needed was supplied and easy to find. There is a very helpful book with all the details that you need when you check in. We will definitely return as soon as we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiphanny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond our expectations
Perfect winter gateway with everything you need for a perfect retreat. The hosts were lovely and easy to communicate with. A big 5 out of 5 for us. We are hoping to visit again in the summer. Thanks again for the amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Amy L.

Cozy hug with a view!
We loved our September long weekend at this cottage. The location is beautiful- both the lake and the rolling hills of the road coming to the cottage. We loved exploring the lake on the kayaks (though it would have been easier had we put our dog in either the canoe or paddle boat instead) and opening the windows and sliding door to living room while listening to the rain and thunder at night. The lot is very cozy. It felt like we were wrapped in a hug with a view! The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need even for larger groups. Master bed was comfy. Why not give 5 stars? There is an old camper outside two of the bedroom windows that can be rented for extra sleeping room-just wasn’t our taste but I can see it being attractive to people looking for more space. Overall it was very clean but the ceiling fans and under the couch (where our dog kept losing her ball) could use some attention and there was a faint smell of cat in one bedroom. Overall it was great and we would return again! We also did the Whitestone Lake Hike as shown on the road sign in Dunchurch. Glad we did it but it was definitely a hike, not an easy walking trail. Also, there are loads of games and movies to choose from!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018