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Just a fishing cabin in the woods...

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds - Just a fishing cabin in the woods... (Portland)
On the shores of Big Rideau Lake, this cozy retreat offers a tranquil escape. With a dock for your boat and a canoe at your disposal, you can spend hours paddling on the lake or fishing off shore. Two bedrooms provide ample space for kids to play while you unwind in the bathroom with tub.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Just a fishing cabin in the woods...

But it is on a quiet point on beautiful Big Rideau Lake, part of the historic Rideau Canal system, where the fishing runs 24/7! Insulated, cozy, lots of space for kids to play. Dock space for one boat, and a canoe included. This is a paddler's paradise, and a true nature-lover's getaway. Two bedrooms, bathroom with tub. On a quiet cottage road 5 minutes to Portland, and just an hour's drive to Kingston or Ottawa. Pet friendly.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Twp laws allow bonfires only between dusk and dawn.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: This is a waterfront property.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Rideau Lakes, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bayview Yacht Harbour and Len's Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mill Pond Conservation Area and Foley Mountain Conservation Area. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Westport Community Arena are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Portland, ON

What's nearby

  • Big Rideau Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rideau Canal - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Gananoque Boat Line - 49 min drive - 65.9 km
  • Thousand Islands National Park - 50 min drive - 64.3 km
  • 1000 Islands Tower - 61 min drive - 86.5 km

Getting around

  • Smiths Falls Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galley - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Recess Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Portland Family Restaurant and Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Portside Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a fishing cabin in the woods... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a fishing cabin in the woods...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just a fishing cabin in the woods... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Big Rideau Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Portland Bay Conservation Area and Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch. Portland Beach and Bayview Yacht Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Just a fishing cabin in the woods... Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

melody m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cabin!

Our family had a wonderful vacation. The cabin has everything you need and was very cozy. Also great fishing on the lake and lots of places to visit nearby will be back again. Thanks Liz and Jane for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Top Notch!

It was a lovely week. Very warm weather, especially for mid September, but the fans provided were perfect! We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice cabin

Quiet cabin by the lake. Everything you need is present in the cabin! Clean beds, pots and pans,more than enough towels, games, wood for the fireplace, a big frisse etc etc. We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful by the water

It was so nice to hear the loons at night. Cottage was very comfy and close to store as needed - we all had a very restful time
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Getaway

Great little cabin to escape to for the weekend. Enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed plus a cozy wood stove for the chilly spring nights. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful and extremely well-appointed

This is an outstanding cottage rental. A beautiful property that has everything one might want (and many things I did not know I needed but really appreciated). The owners were super quick to respond and extremely friendly. I highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our time at the cabin

We enjoyed our 4 days there . We were able to catch edible size fish off the dock and just to sit and watch all the wildlife happening was great . Cooked over a open firepit all week . Great experience we had thank you for letting us enjoy your cabin in the woods
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Successful Retreat

This was our third year visiting this lovely cabin with all the needed modern necessities. Always clean and welcoming, our get away was peaceful, and hassle free. Loved having a canoe to use and a well stocked kitchen for the best meals. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

w D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing few days during our road trip

We had a lovely time and the cabin has everything that one needs. The only thing we missed were some fishing rods. But besides that we enjoyed sitting on the dock, canoeing , sitting around the camp fire and being surrounded by nature. Thank you for this amazing experience, Jane and Elizabeth.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our first experience of renting a cottage. An awesome experience and has certainly set the bar high for any other future choices! The kitchen was a huge surprise to make some great meals. Such a warm and inviting property. Great memories for sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

What a cosy, comfortable place! We enjoyed the lake, the cottage, and the surrounding area to explore. The cottage is a real "home away from home". Details in the cottage give the impression of someone taking the time and thought to make you feel 'at home'. Thank you for a wonderful place! We hope to be back! Thank you Liz and Jane!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Fishing Cottage

We had a great time staying at this cozy fishing cottage, the kids both caught fish for the first time, some of which were big enough to fry over the outdoor fire and eat! Great spot for kids to fish off the dock, the fish were very active. There was plenty of firewood and the house was well stocked with pots and pans etc. There are loons, turtles, otters and other friendly creatures, a real nature spot. Highly recommend for the serenity and a very comfortable cottage. We will absolutely consider staying here again. While swimming isn't on the cards off the dock because of the nature of those wetlands, there is a great little swimming beach in town a few minutes drive from the cottage, a great plus which the kids enjoyed a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet relaxing little spot

We loved our stay! The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed for our trip away. Morning visits from the hummingbirds and the evening visits from the bats were really cool to see. If you're planning on doing any real fishing you’ll want to bring your own boat however, although my 3yr old daughter did reel in her first fish! Ask about the shared swimming spot too. I found that info out from the neighbor but not until our last night. Great spot to get away
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

It was my sister and I that stayed at the cottage for a week at the end of September. The cottage was small and cozy, which is what we like. We had a beautiful week of great weather and we loved the fact that the cottage was on a wetland. We like to swim if we can, but we enjoyed the water fowl very much. Geese and ducks and even herons. It was a very pretty spot. We arrived a little early and the owner was still there and it was very nice to meet her. A great stay all around. Judy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew Y.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

End of season fishing trip

This small cabin has your basic necessities and was just fine for my father and I on our last fishing trip of the year. I booked this location due to having a boat dock where I could keep my boat in the water. Unfortunately, late in the year they lower the water levels on the lake and our boat dock was not accessible due to the low water levels. Pretty much mud at dock with only 6" of water at the end where owners pontoon boat was docked. Any other type of fishing boat, including mine would not be able to use. Fortunately, having friends that live on the lake I was able to dock my boat elsewhere to leave in the water. On another note, the access to this cabin is on a private road with very tight lane. I do not think I would have been able to pull my full size truck with boat trailer to cabin and get turned around or trailer unhooked to park so be prepared to leave your boat trailer elsewhere if you intend to bring a boat with you. Overall, we had a very nice time staying at this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cottage was perfect. The host is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a sweet little cottage, it's all you need. Liz went out of her way to ensure it was clean and provided all of the essentials. The kitchen is fully equipped. Centrally located to so many fun things to do. The fishing was great, Pike, Bass & perch. We walked the Cataraqui trail near Chaffey's Lock, We visited Foley Mountain Conservation area and hiked to Spy Rock to get an amazing view. The trails are amazing. What a beautiful area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharmin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

This is our 3rd time and the cabin and it was wonderful as ever! Would highly recommend for people looking for a peaceful, relaxing getaway :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot in the woods. If you want a 5 star chalet this isnt it. What it is is clean, comfortable, well equipped cottage with a wonderful, resopnsive and friendly host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week away from home in this bright, cozy and clean cabin supplied with everything we needed. A yellow canoe was available to explore the nooks and crannies along the shoreline of Big Rideau Lake and the resident critters - feathered, furry and aquatic A peaceful and fun stay. Villages and towns close by to explore. We will return! Thank you, Liz and Jane. Karen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peggy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint private cottage

Simple, clean and fully equipped cottage perfect for bass opening weekend on the Big Rideau. Tighter squeeze for our 19ft Nitro and Denali to turn around so best for smaller boats if you are bringing your own . Fans are great but no AC, just to know in case someone absolutely needs it. We would highly recommend for a couples get away .
Delicious gluten free celiac safe at the Galley in Portland a few min away
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I really enjoyed this little fishing cabin in the woods. It was just what we needed. There are beautiful trees and the fireflies put on an amazing lightshow for us every single evening for the entire week that we stayed there. We had everything we needed and all that is described in the listing.Liz and Robbie were very pleasant to meet and speak with and told us a quite a bit about the town. I would love to go and stay there again. Sue & Dan
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MARGARET M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The weather was very hot - we had fan running in every room, sheet on the windows and the fish were not bitting
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharmin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway

This was our second stay at the cabin and it was absolutely wonderful. Jane and Liz were amazing and were always quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just a fishing cabin in the woods…

A wonderful place to go away to for some much needed R&R. Beautiful little waterfront cottage with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023