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head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes

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Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Pool
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes

Enjoy This Magical, Private River Front Cottage On Head River. This 2 Bed, 1 Bath, Open Concept Vaulted Pine Ceilings With A Wrap Around Deck Has Incredible Views Of The River. The Built In Bar And Large Deck Make This The Perfect Space For Entertaining Guests. Great For Fishing And Boating. This Large Lot Is Located On A Private Road Just under 2 Hours From The GTA.

House Rules

-No shoes inside the home.
-No smoking inside the property. Cigarette butts must be disposed in the ashtray provided In the property.
-Make sure to turn off the lights, fans and any electronics when you leave the house. Don’t forget to close the windows and lock the door.
-Report any damages and/or breakages in a timely manner.
-We have a sensitive septic tank, only flush toilet papers.
-Please wash all used dishes.
-Garbage will need to be disposed by the guest.
-The wifi password is on the modem
- ITS A SENSITIVE SEPTIC SYSTEM, ABSOLUTELY NO FEMALE OR MALE PRODUCTS TO BE FLUSHED.

Property manager

Abi

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Kawartha lakes, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake Couchiching - 26 min drive
  • Casino Rama - 29 min drive
  • Balsam Lake - 42 min drive
  • Sparrow Lake - 51 min drive
  • Santa's Village - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Washago Station - 27 min drive
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quaker Oaks Farm - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Dalrymple Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Carden Alvar Provincial Park and Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. Canal Lake and Casino Rama are also within 20 miles (32 km).

head River cottage , Kawartha Lakes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter Hendrik G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place to relax by the river
We had a wonderful week in this cabin. While indoors might be not the coziest. The backyard is a wonderful place to spend your days. Sitting by the river. Swimming. Kayaking. Make fires at night. Listening to the complete silence. Very nice place to just unwind and read some good books. We had some problems with the toilet/septic tank. But it was all taken care of by the owner very quickly and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelor's Getaway
Nice bright cottage on beautiful property, very clean and well prepared. Great communication with manager. Cell signal, and WIFI were not that great, and i suggest adding a sign clearly indicating whether the tap water is potable or not. Cant holdbthat against you though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Trieva p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptionally Clean
Beautiful property, cabin was exceptionally clean. Great fishing! This property does not have air conditioning, only tower fans in each room. Very private area. Located on a gravel road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
In love with this property!
Third year in a row staying here and we love it more and more each time. The closest you will come to living in the wilderness while staying completely safe. We bring our own canoe...hoping the owner will put in a small dock for easier in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Great little cottage. Communciation with host was fast. The river is beautiful, definitely explore it. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
Our family loved our time at this quiet and relaxing cottage getaway. The calm river and big fire pit provided a lot of star gazing moments at night and fun activities like kayaking and fishing during the day. Cottage was very comfortable and the perfect size for our family. Highly recommended. Wifi could be better and I would suggest arriving before it gets dark as the cottage is tough to find at night as it is very secluded. Will definitely be back in the future. Thanks for allowing us to use your cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jazzmin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cottage was so beautiful and the neighbours were so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Place was exactly as listed! Clean, very well equipped! Host was very responsive! Couple of things though that could use a little thought 1: Is the TV is mounted in a awkward position for viewing from the couch. 2: Some solar powered noma lights to light the way down to the river and fire pit area. Overall, place is a total gem and would recommend to anyone who enjoys privacy, silence(other then the locals working on their properties during the day) and a great place to stay! Special thanks to Joey for her Saturday morning firewood delivery! Also to Abi for sharing this place with us, we will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful week bonding with family
The property was in a great location and had all the amenities needed for a restful week. We had great campfires and delusions meals all cooked on the BBQ. We did many hikes throughout the week and bit of fishing off the property river.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family get away
My husband and our two kids (3 and 5) stayed for 3 nights and we wish we would of stayed longer. It is a true cottage with a huge amount of outdoor space. The area is SOO QUIET I believe there were maybe 5 more cottages and then a dead end ( when we went for a walk ) so the street is very quiet. The place had everything we needed and more. The amount of firewood supplied was amazing. My husband and I had a fire going for 3 days straight and big ones and it was more than enough. The little swing was an amazing addition for my daughter to enjoy swinging all day. The bbq and outdoor space very well kept. The linnens) I brought my own but didn’t have to change because the ones they have are very clean (white). The shower works great. Nice towels provided. We had wifi the whole time no problem. Overall…. We are definitely going back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eunhye

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Never fails
Second time coming here and still enjoyed it. Very peaceful and serene.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & peaceful getaway!
A beautiful location on the river, and the cottage & property were fantastic! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
This property is a perfect peaceful place if you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the everyday life. You are a half an hour from shopping if need be and a 20 minute drive to a beach. The cottage has everything you will need for your stay from a fully stocked kitchen (complimentary coffee was nice!), full bedroom and bathroom linens to a beautiful backyard with a big firepit and a calm slow moving river (perfect for fishing). There is a kayak and a canoe (definitly take out and adventure!) The living room also has a TV with Netflix for movies! Communication was easy and quickly responded to. The only thing I would recommend is bringing bug spray for the mosquitos. I would not hesitate to return or recommend this to another cottage lover. Thank you again for a great relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Cottage - is larger than what I thought from the pictures. Large bedrooms with plenty of space to unpack. Kitchen/dining/living spaces are very comfortable. The cottage does not have AC but does have tower oscillating fans in each bedroom and living room. We were comfortable the entire time. Yard - also very large. Great outdoor dining. BBQ works very well but probably could use a heat resistant mat underneath due to the rust dropping from it. That would protect the newly painted deck too. The fire pit is amazing. Perhaps it's due to the proximity to the river but the smoke was sucked out towards the water rather than our faces. The reception for cells isn't great everywhere on the property but we found the hot spots and had no issues receiving or sending text messages. The property gets sun but it's still very shaded so we chased it a bit. River - I highly recommend exploring. Beautiful. The cleaner stopped by to drop a new brush off for the BBQ and advised that if we needed anything at all to contact the owner who would contact them and they could be there in minutes. I thought this was a very thoughtful touch. The owner was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great getaway!
Second summer staying at this lovely cottage!! Hoping to make it a third next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful get away with the family
The property was exactly as listed. Very nice cottage. Very clean. Very picturesque family had a great time by the river which was nice and close. to the host Great job thanks for the fast replies and catering to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Nice spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean! Exactly as advertised, super private. I 100% recommend
Very enjoyable place, we relaxed by the water and had a really nice time. Not far from city if you need anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W., Smithers

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a quiet get away
We really enjoyed our three nights here and could have spent another night or two. Lots to do outdoors in the area. It’s so beautiful this time of year with all the fall colours. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super relaxing
Myself and 5 other 50+ year Olds had a wonderful reunion at this cottage on the river. Great property and lots of outside room to relax. No data for cells however WiFi was adequate. River great for kayaks and canoes mostly. Sleeping is fine for 6 if you are couples with kids. Overall Abi was great to deal with and enjoyed our stay a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kathy L., St Thomas, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not what I was expecting!
When we arrived I had to get back in my car drive back up towards the general store to get signal to retrieve the lockbox code! I should have had it the morning of not 2 hours before check-in! We drove over 4 hours to get there just to be disappointed how dirty it was inside… cobwebs in every room, windows clearly haven’t seen a rag in a really long time and I found a piece of fried chicken beside the stove! Grossed me out! If you have the livingroom lights on full brightness they flicker same with when they are dimmed…(we didn’t have the greatest weather it rained every other day) We also had the septic tank overflow into the shower while I was using it and couldn’t use the bathroom for 12 hours so that was unpleasant! When I messaged the owner I was told to try using the plunger and they would send out the septic people first thing the next morning… we won’t be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet surrounding , well maintained high standard faucets, upgraded rooms.
Waked up early in the morning , Kayaking glides on calm creek that is hardly moving. I can see the perfect reflection of trees and houses on surface of water. Suddenly a big bird ( wooping crane?) flying away along the water. It was clear night , I could see so many stars are bright and shinny, along the milky way. It was a magical night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jaunna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great way to end the summer
We really enjoyed the river, kayaking, badminton, the firepit, and comfortable beds. There was lots of space for lounging, eating, and games. The kitchen could use a couple of large bowls, barbecue lighters and the main outlet for the toaster/coffee maker wasn’t working.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022