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RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Lake
Paul's Folly Main Hearth
View of indoor dining area setup for 4-6
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gilmour, ON
  • Place, Bon Echo Provincial Park
  • Place, St. Ola Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Limerick Lake Marina
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs: Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs: Den/Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Upstairs: Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master: Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise

FIVE STAR EXPERIENCE NOW BOOKING FOR 2025!

Retreat to this lovely, spacious, unique stone cottage set in 5 quiet acres of woods, its dock on 2.5 km-long, spring-fed lake with herons, beavers, muskrats, otters, loons, elk and a lively group of vultures! The lodging is on the Monarch route, and is an amphibian haven, where other wildlife frequent.

This beautiful four-season chalet has all the modern considerations: dehumidifier, central air/heat pump, central vac, food fridge, beverage fridge, 2 double kitchen sinks, washer/dryer, wall oven (includes convection option), microwave, bread machine, waffle maker, stand mixer, air fryer. Indoors, there is both a handy wood stove and a beautiful fireplace with an insert and fan to circulate heat or cooling. Outdoors, there's a sunken potash kettle fire pit. Substantial outdoor seating is provided for the various areas, and on the covered porch there's a bbq (and, additionally, a smoker for aficionados!)

For anglers, the lake has rock and largemouth bass, perch, brown bullhead, pumpkinseed.

For indoor bonding, a plethora of games, dvds and puzzles will suit most tastes. Fairly extensive, eclectic library. Netflix.

Adventurous, determined sorts (with kayaks or canoes!) may venture up the beaver dam terraces at one end of the lake which leads to a small sister lake. Others may choose to swim Wadsworth's breadth to a lovely rock point (we recommend taking a spotter along in the pedal boat for safety).

2400 square feet. Sleeps 8. 3+1 bdm, as the main floor den has twin bed accommodation. The ground floor bedroom (queen-sized bed) combined with main floor bathroom makes this listing comfortable for those with minor mobility issues. The den is quite soundproof from the main house, suitable for isolating later/earlier activities, or light/late sleepers. Upstairs, one bedroom has a king-sized bed, the other has a queen-sized bed. In addition to air conditioning, all bedrooms and common areas have ceiling fans.

Wonderful, drinkable well water gushes from every tap, so the property is completely safe for children; this water is tested regularly, and has never failed. Please protect our environment; we encourage our guests to avoid using plastic water bottles.

Wadsworth Lake is a limestone-based lake, resulting in excellent water quality. A public boat launch is located on the south end of the lake just off Weslemkoon Lake Road.

Internet connection is via Starlink.

Absolutely NO PETS.

In these uncertain times, we are committed to the safety of our guests. Paul's Folly will be thoroughly cleaned and unoccupied for 24+ hours between bookings.

NB: Please be aware that sometimes the rate is quoted in US Dollars. Please place a tentative booking to see the full details in Canadian dollars.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Absolutely! - sleeping buddies, movies, books
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Events

No events allowed
Please confirm with property owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, please. Pick up smoking refuse.
Safety: Do not build fires large, and do not leave fires unattended, indoors or out. Keep wood stove and fireplace insert doors closed at all times.
Stewardship: Be kind to the environment; small creatures may need support if they're in inconvenient spaces. Relocate gently.
BBQ: The BBQ should be cleaned/brushed after each use. Any excessive cleaning required after your departure will be deducted from your deposit.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please confirm with property owner
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
Property Registration Number 300782372

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tweed

Located in Tweed, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Limerick Lake Marina and Tanglewood Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Ola Lake and Steenburg Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gilmour, ON

What's nearby

  • Steenburg Lake - 14 min drive - 16.7 km
  • St. Ola Lake - 18 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Limerick Lake Marina - 21 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Chandos Lake - 46 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Eastern Ontario Trails - 57 min drive - 81.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vito's Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Al's Hillbilly BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chip Truck - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪HR Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RECENT LISTING: Elegant Living Space; Nature Lover's Haven; Chef's Paradise located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tudor and Cashel Town Hall, Tudor & Cashel Public Library and St. Ola Lake. Steenburg Lake and Limerick Lake Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Alyson and Paul

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