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Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee

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Interior
Marina
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee

The Down By The Bay House is a newly renovated cottage that offers all the modern amenities of the city with a picturesque marina setting.

Nestled in cottage country, in the Rideau Lakes Township, we are 3 hours from Toronto, 1.5 hours from Ottawa and 30 minutes from Kingston.

Direct access to Murphy's Bay awaits you at our waterfront property. Enjoy views of the lake from the comfort of the backyard or relax by the water where you can enjoy boating, swimming and so much more.

Property manager

Bowen

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets

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
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

About the area

Map
Elgin, ON

What's nearby

  • Indian Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kilborn's on the Rideau - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Rideau Canal - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Upper Rideau Lake - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House - 21 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 42 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Savoury and Sweet - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stage Coach Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kelly R J - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nana B's Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Rideau Canal and Indian Lake. Kilborn's on the Rideau and Big Rideau Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Waterfront Marina Cottage - 6 beds, private, firepit, no cleaning fee Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gordon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another pleasant vacation
Enjoyed another get away with family and friends. Comfortable place with a lovely water view. Well supplied with all the basic needs. (FYI: Only 2 wine glasses, so more are an absolute need .. at least for our return!)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Reading, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys fishing trip 2024
Our group from PA had a great long weekend fishing on Lake Opinicon. The property was nice and just a short walk to the Opnicon hotel. Bowen, the property manager was very helpful amd responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage experience
The stay was enjoyable and everything was as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kerri E., CANANDAIGUA

Liked: Cleanliness
enjoyed our stay
We enjoyed the area and the house, which was enough room for the 9 of us and our dogs. The house was well stocked/equipped and Bowen was fantastic with communications. The biggest issue was that the lakefront was not really swimmable, very weedy, but even if you could get on a floatie there is not stairs or anything on the small dock. It was great to kayak and use paddle boards but swimming was a no go. The other issue was that it is literally next door to a busy marina. If you are looking for private you aren't going to get it. However, the area is really great, and the house was great, not to mention the lot was large, which was nice for the dogs to run. We enjoyed the area and visiting the locks and local towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenrick, Calgary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Our trip
The cottage was exactly as shown and had just about all the necessities needed. I brought so much stuff i didnt need to bring because it was all there. Only down side was the guy at garage drop off was terrible person
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gordon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasant few days away
All was very good. A nice clean quiet place, just not a location to go walking around easily, as right of the road, and no shoulder to walk safely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheng c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice fimily cottage
Clean and well equipped, owner very friendly, are also prepared some instant noodles and rice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend
We were very pleased with the cottage and property. The only issue we had was there was no swimming involved and was not informed about the water situation. You definitely cannot swim where the weeds come right to the top. Even out in the middle of the lake. We were also abit shocked at the fact that we had to discard our own garbage and take the beds apart and do the laundry. But other than these few things we had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family holiday
The cottage was great for our family holiday in the Rideau Lakes. There was more than enough room for our group of 12 and we made use of the kayaks, the campfire, BBQ and eating breakfast out on the deck. We walked to Chaffey’s Locks and the Opinicon to dinner and ice cream a few times. Only downside is that the water at the property is too weedy and shallow for swimming. We headed to Sand Lake or Kendrick’s park for swim days. The bugs did find their way in overnight so it was some work to keep clean for the week. The marina is right at the end of the driveway but the place still felt private enough for us. We would definitely book again and the price is quite reasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eric C.

Great spot
This place was a nice size for a 8-10 size group. Lots of sleeping space and loads of linens. We were only 4 so we had more space than we needed, but if there are 8 people there isn't a spot to watch TV (hockey game 😀) for everyone besides sitting at the dining room table. The only other thing to note was there was quite a bit of dog/cat white hair on the floors and our socks were covered, not from our dogs whom are black and brown. But none of this would stop us from staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023