Retreat cottage on private 12-acre pond.

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Water view

Explore the area

Maynooth, ON

Madawaska Art Shop8 min drive
Lake St. Peter Provincial Park18 min drive
Papineau Lake26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Futon

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

About this property

This is a private off-grid modern pine cottage on a 12 acre pond with crown land surrounding. It is located in the Hastings highlands county north of Bancroft. No electricity except a solar panel for your phone and laptop to charge. Stove fireplace in living room, with dry wood added for renters but may require kindling brought in. Water is a pump from a well safe for washing. We supply a large water jug from the maynooth corner for drinking and cooking on the Coleman. Small propane tank provided, one per customer. It is a beautiful retreat and provides the necessities. A new kayak has been added for vrbo renters. Suitable for the self-sustaining, nature lover with outdoor amenities: campfire, cuisineart charcoal bbq, walking trails, and a beaver damn to visit from the pond. Screened-in porch facing the pond, and an outdoor picnic table complete the tranquility and peace of the cabin’s location. The canoe on the property is not available with the rental.

Property manager

Eldon

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 19

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

With precaution as pond is open + big

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Do not leave the canoe or any boat in the pond left unattended. Boat or canoe need to be returned to position locked and turned over to prevent rain.

3 keys return at checkout to the lock box and gate chain locked!

Please close all the windows to the cabin and lock all the doors as possible. Only burn candles as needed in the appropriate size holders.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hastings Highlands

Located in Hastings Highlands, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake St. Peter Provincial Park and Papineau Lake, while Madawaska Art Shop and North Hastings Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Maynooth, ON

What's nearby

Madawaska Art Shop - 8 min drive
Lake St. Peter Provincial Park - 18 min drive
South Little Mink Lake - 26 min drive
Papineau Lake - 26 min drive
Bark Lake - 43 min drive

Restaurants

Porterville Diner - 11 min drive
Algonquin Gourmet Butter Tarts - 8 min drive
Arlington Hotel - 8 min drive
Honeydoo's Cafe - 16 min drive
Honeydoo's Cafe - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat cottage on private 12-acre pond. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retreat cottage on private 12-acre pond.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat cottage on private 12-acre pond.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat cottage on private 12-acre pond. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Madawaska Art Shop and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Lake St. Peter Provincial Park. Papineau Lake and Mink Creek Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

13 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

If your looking for tranquility this is the place. I suprised my wife for her birthday with a weekend away and some much needed down time. We canoed the pond and walked the trails. The beaver's occasionally swam by and we were visited by the blue jays and the gray jays. Bring your candles for those candle lit evenings, remember no hydro. The location was easy to find and everthing was as the pics show. If needed you can charge your phone with the solar powered charger and signal strength is good. It got a little chilly at night so popped a log in the wood stove and warmed the cottage nicely. We will definitely be returning to this natural oasis

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RIZA SERHAT O.

20 August 2023

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

A great retreat!

It was a wonderful offgrid experience, we all loved the place as a family.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Serena L.

2 August 2023

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

Beautiful views and very private!

Driveway was easy to find with instructions provided, long driveway (3 minutes to cottage) do not recommend low riding vehicles but our car managed. Very rustic with a pump for well water in the kitchen, all basic necessities were there(some potable water, dishes, pots/pans, cutlery, misc spices, etc.) Outhouse is tiny but ok for an outhouse I guess, indoor chamber pot a nice convenience at night! Bed looks fragile but it's not, it's wrought-iron lol bird watching was awesome, the quiet, wild blueberries, the sunsets!! 😍 Did see a mouse but only the once, screened in porch necessary because the mosquitoes were pretty bad at dusk. I would rent this place again, maybe in the fall too. A great escape!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 July 2023

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

Beaver Pond Cottage

A beautiful, quiet , peaceful spot. Perfect little getaway to disconnect. The pond was scenic and peaceful and had four beavers and two dens. The cottage was rustic and cozy and had everything you needed for an off the grid experience. The host was very responsive and accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023