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The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat!

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Fridge, oven, stovetop, toaster
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat!

You will have full access to the cottage, dock and surrounding area during your stay, with exception to our bunkie which is rented out separately (though it has it’s own private area and dock and it’s unlikely you’ll see anyone during your stay). You are welcome to use our canoe and two kayaks. We provide paddles and standard adult life jackets. Please note that there are many stairs to the dock. We promise that it is worth it once you get down to the dock, but if you have any mobility issues, you may have trouble accessing the water.

The open concept kitchen, dining room and living room make the space feel big. It’s a cozy cottage with enough room for everyone to have their own space. With many windows, the cottage is bright and airy with a nice cross-breeze.

We have running water from a spring fed drilled well, and a new septic tank. We recommend you bring your own bottled drinking water (although we drink the well water, we cannot guarantee it’s safety). We ask that you please not flush anything other than the septic-safe toilet paper we provide, and be mindful of water usage during your stay. The cottage is not equipped with laundry or a dishwasher at this time.

We have installed a brand new solar system that should not run out of power during your stay. However, we ask that guests be aware of their usage so as not to deplete the batteries. For example, the toaster, blow driers, hair straighteners and other high power appliances should be used in the morning to allow time to recharge the batteries.

Wifi is available at our cottage. Though we encourage you to spend your days outside, your nights laughing with friends and family and to save the Wifi for a rainy day. For WFH folks, we have recently added a small desk in the loft so you can have your own space to focus when necessary. The desk is equipped with basic office supplies if you are missing anything to get your work done.

One bedroom offers a king size bed, while the second room holds a double. The loft space above the main living area sleeps two more on two twin beds.

We will provide you with all bed linens for the beds, as well as kitchen and bath towels.

Just off the main living area you will find a large screened-in sun room, offering additional seating space. The deck is equipped with a propane BBQ, sink (drains only, no running water), and a table and chairs to seat six.

Fagan Lake is a private lake with only a few cottages and no public access points. We ask that you please respect the other patrons of the lake. Noise travels well here so we ask that you be mindful of noise before 8 am and after 11 pm. Kindly clean up any garbage around the dock as to not pollute the water.

**PLEASE NOTE** As we are in a very rural spot, there is no garbage collection service at our cottage. Guests are required to take all waste at the end of your stay. You may be charged an additional fee for failure to remove all waste.

Property manager

Kolynna Leme

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Only with the owner's approval first

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the area

Map
Maberly, ON

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake Provincial Park - 13 min drive
  • Bobs Lake - 24 min drive
  • Studio Theatre Perth - 33 min drive
  • Stewart Park - 33 min drive
  • Murphys Point Provincial Park - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheelers Pancake House and Maple Museum - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Maberly Bake Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wheelers Pancake House & Sugar Camp - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Fall River Pub & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dalhousie Lake Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat! located?

Situated in Tay Valley, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Maberly Hall, Maberly Park and Silver Lake Provincial Park. Wheelers Maple Museum and Forest & Farm Heritage Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

The Maple Cottage - Lakefront Cottage, Private, Pet-Friendly, Nature Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place on a lovely quiet lake
We had a wonderful stay at their lovely cottage. The place is well designed, nicely built out with an updated classic cottage vibe and it was really comfortable for our trip (two families of three). The dock is more than a few steps/stairs away but the lake is quiet and lovely with no other cottages in view helping you disconnect and enjoy the lake. We took the boats out a lot, had great campfires, had delightful meals on their deck and could really disconnect from the city while there. The distance from the lake gives the cottage a wonderful view over the lake from the deck and living room so even in a bit of rain you have a great connection to the lake and the forest. It was fantastic to have such wonderful wilderness oasis such a short drive from the capital!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarid B.

Liked: Cleanliness
105 steps to the lake
From the moment we pulled into the long lane way we could tell the property was loved and cared for. The cottage was perfect size for our blending family with bed and space for all five of us (2 adults and 3 teens). The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed, the bed and linen clean and comfy. Being new to cottaging as a family we learned a fire pit accessible for everyone is important, this one really only worked for 2-3 people due to the rocks and hills around. The water was pristine, the dock and kayaks were loved and used by everyone, the 105 steps one way (or 5 floors) to the water was at times a deterrent. But we enjoyed the stay all the same, we had some good laugh, and new memories made. Mission accomplished.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, secluded gem
Beautiful cottage, everything you need for a quiet, cozy get away. Would definitely go back. Enjoyed some fishing off the dock, nice camp fire in the evenings. Some card games and down time, just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake
Loved the cottage! Very quiet and peaceful. Directions to cottage easy to follow. Not suitable for a family with young children; the waterfront is too far from the cottage. Steep hill with lots of steps!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023