Cabin

Forest Cabin

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 355.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Erin, ON
  • Place, Hillsburgh Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfountain Conservation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Osprey Valley Golf
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Forest Cabin

Forest trails, farm animals, starlit skies, and coyotes howling in the distance — welcome to your own quiet corner of the wild. Tucked into the forest at Everdale's regenerative farm, this off-grid straw bale cabin is a one-of-a-kind retreat for nature lovers, climate-conscious travellers, and anyone craving stillness and space.

Drive right up to your private hideaway beneath the trees. Inside: a queen bed, cozy living area, and warm, earthen walls. Step out to a covered, open-air kitchenette — the perfect place to sip coffee, cook dinner, or watch the forest move around you.

The entire cabin is yours, along with access to the surrounding forest and meadows of Everdale Farm.

Outside your door: a private fire pit, picnic table, and a clean, private outhouse just 20 seconds away. Explore trails, visit the chickens and sheep, or spend your day resting under the trees.

Built in 2002, this is one of Ontario’s first straw bale buildings — handcrafted with care from natural, breathable materials. Its rounded corners and deep window sills feel like something from the desert Southwest — right here in Southern Ontario. Warm in winter, cool in summer, and powered by solar energy for lights and device charging.

Everdale is an award-winning organic farm and education centre, committed to climate-positive, regenerative practices. Your stay supports ecological farming, food education, and land stewardship.

Campfire wood can be purchased for $10/bag. Wood for indoor heat is included.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There's room for a couple with small children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Erin

Located in Erin, this cabin is in a rural area. Osprey Valley Golf and Caledon Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zipline Extreme and University of Guelph Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sleeman Centre or Grand River Raceway. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails, horse riding and ecotours in the area.
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Erin, ON

What's nearby

  • Hillsburgh Library - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Belfountain Conservation Area - 19 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Alton Mill Arts Centre - 19 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Osprey Valley Golf - 25 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Hockley Valley Resort - 39 min drive - 37.0 km

Getting around

  • Acton Station - 21 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tin Roof Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Friendly Chef - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Du Pain - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Prime Beef Bistro - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Forest Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest Cabin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Alton Mill Arts Centre, Belfountain Conservation Area and Osprey Valley Golf. Belwood Lake Conservation Area and Island Lake Conservation Area are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rustic little cabin was just what we needed. It gave us a couple days of quiet, and a chance to disconnect from technology. We will likely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet and cozy cabin. Host prepared loads of stuffs for us to enjoy a gathering time. Really nice place for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed disconnecting from social media and having campfires and telling stories instead. Everything we needed was provided
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Gavin

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My wife and I live here on the 50-acre property. We love hosting people and giving them a chance to experience the beautiful outdoors!

Why they chose this property

We came here to start a farm in 1997 and fell in love with the people and the landscape. It's close enough to the "big city" that we can drive there easily, but far away enough that we can enjoy country living.

What makes this property unique

We live in the rolling hills of Erin. It's gorgeous. Big views from the top of the property and quiet forest at the bottom. Lots of wildlife.

Languages:

English