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Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.

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Hot tub. Wood burning sauna.
Large deck. Screened in sunroom.
Outdoor dining
Non stop views! ****Hosts live on the property in an airstream rv*****
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub or shower

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.

Welcome to the Laughing Moose Lodge.

*****HOSTS LIVE ON THE PROPERTY*****

*****WE ARE HERE TO CATER TO YOUR EVERY NEED. WE INTERACT WITH OUR GUESTS AS LITTLE OR AS MUCH AS A GUEST WANTS. YOUR PRIVACY IS RESPECTED AT ALL TIMES.*****

Five star amenities for our guest's include hot tub, wood burning sauna, cold plunge cedar tub, floor to ceiling stone fireplace, luxury linens, beach towels, bath towels, sandy beach, weed free swimming, canoe and two kayaks.

***The Heritage Trail runs through the property.

In spring/summer guests can enjoy atving, mountain biking, and beautiful nature walks on the trail. Foraging for mushrooms is also very popular.

The cottage is only 25 minutes to the east gate of Algonquin Park. Perfect for day trips.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must follow the 12am noise curfew in respect to our neighbour's.
No smoking of any kind is allowed on the property.
**MAY-OCTOBER HOSTS LIVE IN AN AIRSTREAM ON THE PROPERTY.** 4 BED 3 BATH. NOVEMBER-APRIL HOSTS LIVE IN THE LOWER LEVEL. 3 BED 2 BATH AVAILABLE.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 722138138RT0001

About the area

Hastings Highlands

Located in Hastings Highlands, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lower High Falls on York and Baptiste Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake St. Peter Provincial Park and Papineau Lake.
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Lake Saint Peter, ON

What's nearby

  • Lake St. Peter - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake St. Peter Provincial Park - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Papineau Lake - 27 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Algonquin Provincial Park - East Gate - 33 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Silent Lake Provincial Park - 50 min drive - 69.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪porterville diner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪M & M Food Market - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.?

As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail. on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$604, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hot tub. Sauna. Sandy beach. Heritage trail. located?

This family-friendly Hastings Highlands cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake St. Peter, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake St. Peter Provincial Park and Madawaska Art Shop. Hastings Highlands Public Library and Hastings Highlands Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is Worth every penny !!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a stunning property with loads of amenities: cold plunge pool, hot tub, sauna, kayaks, a canoe, fabulous beach for kids. The inside space is well laid out for families, and the view of the lake is spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place that offers everything in a very nice location. Kitchen is super well set up with every convenience you could think of. House is spacious and nice, bedrooms comfortable. Having the lake, mini beach, hot tub, sauna and cold plunge all in one place is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our week at Laughing Moose Lodge. We especially liked the views , the screened in sunroom, the deck with the hot tub, and the waterfront. We enjoyed swimming and canoeing. The children found lots to do. Thank you to Janice and Simon for their hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Relax and unwind

Our stay at Janices home was amazing. She is a very responsive and wonderful host. As for the home, it was handsdown one of the best places ive ever stayed. Amazing waterfront and amenities. This home is the whole package for a relaxing vacation. Me and my friends will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Our group had a wonderful time. The property is gorgeous and well kept. Parts of our group had been before and we all look forward to visiting again. Perfect weekend away with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Fantastic place with gorgeous views

A beautiful house with exceptional views. Janice has thought of everything down to the comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mariel M.

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

Beautiful relaxing stay

The cottage was beautiful and very clean, the beds were very comfortable and the view of the lake was stunning! The hosts were staying in their trailer on the property and were very friendly and helpful with anything we needed. The hot tub and sauna made it for a very relaxing and restful weekend. We would definitely recommend visiting this beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michal A.

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

Amazing house on an amazing lake

We loved every minute of our stay! The house is beautiful, with attention to details and very well equipped. The view of the lake is breathtaking and the hosts are very nice and responsive. I would definitely recommend this place to all and would love to come back again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley b.

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

5 days of peace

Property is brilliant, Janice and Simon were awesome, they made us feel like they would support whatever we reasonably needed. Stanley is a sweet boy. Nature at its best.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Great Time!

We had a wonderful stay! There was plenty of room for the 6 of us.So much to do including ping pong darts, hot tub,sauna and we enjoyed the trails with our side by sides.The property managers were very nice and accomodating. We recommend this place with 5 stars cause everything in the cottage was clean and tidy.We will be making reservations again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Perfect Family Retreat with Stunning Views

This was our best cottage vacation! The cottage itself is huge with many relaxing areas to spread out and enjoy quiet time and great spaces to come together to enjoy a meal or play a game as a family. The property has so much to see and do and is very generously equipped. The lake and beach areas are clean and safe and we spent so much time in and on the water. Janice and Simon are incredible hosts. Very kind and easy to access. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great cottage getaway. Simply fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vivian W.

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

Amazing stay!

We had a blast at the beautiful Laughing Moose Lodge! The property itself is spacious and comes with pretty much everything you'll need for a cottage stay. We loved the gorgeous lake front views and the amenities on site (we especially enjoyed the sauna and the hot & cold tubs). It's also only a 30 minute drive away from the Algonquin east gate. We were able to get to the park without much traffic during the busy fall season. Janice was a great host! She was very flexible and responsive to our messages while giving us complete privacy during our stay. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

yann a.

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

Perfect gateaway

Our stay at Janice's cottage was simply outstanding! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. Janice, our host, was incredibly welcoming and her communication was clear and prompt throughout our stay, making us feel right at home. The cottage itself was nothing short of ideal - cozy, comfortable, and impeccably decorated. Every detail seemed carefully considered, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that made it hard to leave. We enjoyed every moment of our time here so much that we're already planning our next visit! We won't hesitate to return as soon as possible. Thank you, Janice, for sharing your wonderful space with us. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Laughing Moose Lodge, Wonderful!

The Laughing Moose Lodge is a beautifully kept lovely home located close to Algonquin Park. The hosts have thought of everything including touches like leaving for us fresh flowers, a locally made fresh berry cheesecake and a delightful bottle of sparkling wine. The home is tastefully furnished very clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen, lovely large screened in porch and an outdoor dining sitting area with a hot tub and sauna. The bedrooms are large, private, lovely bedding very comfortable. The beach is easily accessible with a sitting area and fire pit.The owners are on the property but were very respectful of our privacy and checked in just to make sure we didn’t need anything. We didn’t as they had thought of it all. It was a ladies four days away and we enjoyed every minute of it. We highly recommend it and plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie M.

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

Exactly as advertised

Despite some uncooperative weather, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is spacious and well-appointed. Everything was in excellent condition. Very comfortable with plenty of room to spread out but enough seating if we all wanted to hang out together. Great swimming! The lake was relatively warm with a clean sandy bottom. Cottage is an easy walk to the water’s edge that has a large beachy area. (FYI, watch for the occasional ATVs and dirt bikes on the public trail that runs between the cottage and the lake). We made use of the canoe and paddles provided - again, all in great condition. Hot tub and sauna were a welcome option in the evenings and on cooler days. Janice and her partner live in a trailer on site - something we were a bit concerned with at first - but this proved to be no problem at all. We are hoping to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janice Wortsman

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Being a host has been a wonderful experience. My husband and I really love that we get to meet so many wonderful people from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

Lake St Peter is an amazing little town to live in. The people in the community are really friendly.

What makes this property unique

The view! Sandy beach! Floor to ceiling stone fireplace! Hot tub, wood burning sauna and cold plunge tub make it feel like a total spa experience.

Languages:

English

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