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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

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Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
Living area
3 bedrooms, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

Explore the area

Map
Kemptville, ON
  • Rideau Canal
    2 min walk
  • Restaurant Babalou
    2 min drive
  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station
    25 min drive
  • Ottawa, ON (YOW-Macdonald-Cartier Intl.)
    33 min drive

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About the area

North Grenville

On river.Stay at this North Grenville houseboat and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rideau Canal and 2 miles (3 km) of Veterans Commemorative Park. Gideon Adams Park and Pirate Cove Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Osgoode Village Community Centre - 8 min drive
  • Rideau River Provincial Park - 10 min drive
  • Rideau Carleton Raceway - 24 min drive
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 33 min drive
  • Carleton University - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Ottawa Fallowfield Station - 25 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marlborough Pub & Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hard Stones Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River.

Enjoy this spacious houseboat by leaving it at the dock and treating it as your cottage and play on the nearly half-acre property. Have a campfire. Play frisbee. Try the kayak and paddle-board. Swim at the public beach directly across the river. Take a short drive to any number of beautiful small towns nearby, like historic Merrickville or Manotick or Kemptville. It's only 30 minutes to downtown Ottawa and the Parliament buildings, too.
OR, take the houseboat for a cruise if you have a Pleasure Craft Operator's Card, which is easy to obtain if you don't have one already. (Extra charges apply for a cruising stay). There is no better way to see the region than from this UNESCO World Heritage waterway! See the historic Rideau Canal, and go through the still-hand-operated locks like it was 1850! There is no end to the possibilities!

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horse riding 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Unique houseboat rental with private dock and land on the historic Rideau River. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kym N.

Lovely Outdoor Space
This property is in a lovely location with some marvellous outdoor options. It is close enough to Ottawa to be able to experience all the area has to offer yet far enough out to find peaceful relaxation if you prefer. The houseboat is such a unique experience. The host is very helpful and personable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was as described in the ad so no suprises. The host had a personal emergency but still made sure that we had what we needed and took the time to show us how everything worked. Would definitely go again. The area is very scenic being right on the river. Worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reconnecting on the water
The pictures don't do the property justice. When we arrived, we were so excited to stah on a house boat. The location was great easy to find. Its a great distance from town close drive but far enough away from the hustle and bussle. It is located near a road that the odd truck can be heard(we're from a big city so it didn't bother us and was quieter then we're use to) the water and scenery around was gorgeous, the first morning we woke up to a family of otters playing in the water my girls were in love. There was a paddleboard and kayak for our use which we used everyday. Trevor was very friendly and helpful during our stay and was very easy to get a hold of it we had any questions. We had amazing weather and enjoyed every part of our stay. Because it is near water(in water) there is lots of bugs so if your not a fan of bugs this is not for you, however with some big spray and access to inside we survived. It was great to get away from the hustle and bussle of the big city and connect with nature and hang out as a family with no distractions. Our girls had no wifi,tv,video games and not once did they complain they were bored. We had a great stay, great sleep and a great view. Next time we may try driving the boat. truck could be heardsomeone's h but we
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
The houseboat is a fun place to stay. Bedrooms are wall to wall bed with no room for luggage, but it IS a houseboat. One bed up in the loft so someone needs to climb the ladder. No air con but fans and open window cooled at night. Well equipped with dishes etc. Nice bedding. Could use some newer towels. Really clean. The host could not have been more accomodating. A pleasure to deal with. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024