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Life is better at the lake

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Exterior
Exterior
Snow and ski sports
Property grounds
Balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Calabogie, ON
  • Place, Calabogie Motorsports Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Calabogie Highlands Golf Resort
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Calabogie Peaks
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 -Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main Floor

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Lower Level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Life is better at the lake

Summer Bookings are Saturday to Saturday one week bookings.

Your lakeside retreat awaits! With stunning views over a private lake, a private deck, dock and access to all season activities, it's a nature lover's paradise. Inside, find a fully equipped kitchen, 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 separate living spaces, and a dedicated workspace.

Summer Availability - 7 day minimum, Friday - Friday.

About The CREW Cabin

The CREW cabin is a pet free cottage that is located on Stones Lake which is only a short drive to the village of Calabogie, Ontario.

Main Floor

You will walk into an open concept kitchen and living area with vaulted ceilings and large windows overlooking the lake. We offer a fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities to help you feel right at home (a full list of the kitchen supplies is below). Appliances include a fridge/ freezer, stove, toaster, drip coffee maker, blender, kettle, microwave and dishwasher. The dining area looks out over the lake and seats 6 people comfortably. Both the kitchen and living room have glass doors that lead to the deck that spans the length of the entire cottage. Enjoy the large comfy couch in the main living room that allows for the perfect Netflix and Chill night as you cozy in to watch TV on the 55' TV. Right off the main living room is the main floor bathroom and master bedroom.

Bedrooms

The CREW cabin has three bedrooms, each bedroom has a queen size bed in it. Our cabin has a maximum capacity of 6 occupants. The master bedroom is located on the main floor, it has sliding glass doors leading to the porch, a queen size bed, bedside tables, and a dresser to store your belongings.

Bedroom 2 and 3 are located downstairs.

Lower Level - Entertainment Section

The walkout lower level has two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a second living room for the kids to escape to. In the living room, there is a second comfy couch, another 55" TV with Netflix, books, games. It is surely a space the kids can call their own! For those who need to work while staying at the CREW cabin, there is a desk set up for you as well.



Lower Level - Work Area

For those who need a space to work, you will find a large desk, screen and mouse pad. The wifi connection is



Bathrooms

Both levels of the cottage have a full bathroom. Each bathroom has a toilet, sink, vanity and shower. Bath towels (one per guest) are provided. We ask that you bring your own beach towels.



Waterfront

We recommend entering the water from the end of the dock ONLY.

The lake has excellent fishing, especially if you're looking to catch some bass or pike. These can be caught right off the dock, make sure you have a fishing license! Remember to check out when the free family fishing weekends are! There is one kayak for your use, but remember to bring your own lifejackets!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Greater Madawaska

Greater Madawaska is home to this cottage. Calabogie Highlands Golf Resort and Ironwoods Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Alexander Stewart Provincial Park and White Lake.
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Calabogie, ON

What's nearby

  • Calabogie Motorsports Park - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • China Garden - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Calabogie Highlands Golf Resort - 19 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Calabogie Peaks - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Ironwoods Golf Course - 20 min drive - 19.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Calabogie Brewing Co - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Neat Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Bistro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oh-El-La Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is better at the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life is better at the lake?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life is better at the lake on 7 May 2026 start from NZ$527, 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 Life is better at the lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life is better at the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is better at the lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Life is better at the lake located?

Located in Greater Madawaska, this family-friendly cottage is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Calabogie Motorsports Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of China Garden and Lake Glades. Rock Cut and Calabogie Peaks are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was extremely clean and comfortable. Everything is nicely decorated and the beds were comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and this is a pretty area for viewing the fall colours.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage did not disappoint. Beautiful scenery, clean rooms and plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Y.P. G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotless, bright, fully equipped with comfortable beds and anything else you might need or want was available and supplied. Exactly as described. Communication was prompt and our requests were agreeably catered to without hesitation. Absolutely perfect! We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful, large, clean modern home. The view is incredible with a great patio, deck and dock. Lovely, quiet location. Inside is very nicely done with two separate living areas. Well supplied for cooking. Instant communication with host. Can’t say enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage with a spectacular view and all the amenities you could ask for. We truly had an amazing time.Communication with Tanya was easy and she was extremely responsive. We look forward to hopefully having the pleasure to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is very clean and comfortable. It has a stunning view of the water and loons were calling out several evenings with their distinctive call! The house has everything you'd need plus an excellent games room. Tanya is a caring host who promptly replied to any question.Thank you for a relaxing stay at your cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry L.

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

A Perfectly Private & Welcoming Getaway

We so enjoyed this beautiful cabin with such a stellar view! The open concept design made it so easy to further enjoy our visit. Tanya was super responsive to any questions we had - we definitely look forward to booking in the future when back in Ontario!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maha M.

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

Piece of heaven

We can’t wait to come back. There is no reason to stay anywhere else in the area. Tanya & Ken were super hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mario r.

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

2 day stay.

Went to do a 2 day track day at Calabogie motorsport park. The house was a few minutes from the track. The house is at the end of a dirt road and is very peaceful and relaxing. had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

raymond b.

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

a little bit of paradise

beautiful property. lots of room to hang out inside and outside. large deck and large dock. ample games to use and puzzles to build. we were surprised with a wonderful welcome gift. the owners were easy to communicate with. will rent this property again if we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was idyllic, so peaceful and beautifully situated. The cottage was really well kitted out with amazing views out onto the lake. It felt a bit daunting driving down the 5km gravel road to get there, however it was certainly worth it.The amazingly large sofa meant we could all relax in comfort. The games room was such fun, giving us some funny evenings.We loved being able to swim off the deck and use the pedalo. There was an abundance of wildlife to be spotted from the patio, we saw a kingfisher several times and heard wolves of an evening.Nearby Calabogie was lovely, with everything we needed, as well as a wonderful pizzeria, brewery and delicious Indian food place (sadly now closed). Calabogie felt a lot like Ucluelet used to, in a good way.We would love to come back, this is one of the best places we have ever stayed in, and we've rented 40 holiday properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beverley A.

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

Crew Cabin in winter.

The property &house are beautiful for a getaway.The only 2 critisms we had were the driveway access in the winter. Very steep &the road was icy. Salt &sand were provided &we availed. 👍 And also the was little or no closet space in the bedrooms for clothing; as our stay was only 2 nights we were not hindered greatly. All else was perfect &was certainly well outfitted & we would come again in the summer or fall. Bev &John
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan M.

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

Crew Cabin Christmas

This was the perfect place for our adult family to meet, coming in from various corners of the country. Six fit very comfortably with the downstairs a great living area for the young couples and the upstairs' open concept kitchen, dining, living area suitable for concurrent activity - cooking, board games, TV watching, or just sitting together catching up, The space is well turned out and such a quiet, country spot good for walking or watching the neighbours ice fish. :) A nice break from the city. Messages between the owners were friendly, timely, and hit that sweet spot of ensuring we were okay yet not too much. Checkin and out was simply, location close to the village for quick pickups. Highly recommend this location for a getaway and can only imagine how much fun it would also be in the summer.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe B.

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

A perfect escape

We recently had the pleasure of spending a week at an absolutely gorgeous modern cottage, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the stunning view that greeted us – it was nothing short of breathtaking. The cottage itself was impeccably designed, blending modern comforts with a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, from the stylish decor to the well-equipped kitchen. It was clear that the owners put a lot of love and care into maintaining this beautiful retreat. Speaking of the owners, they were simply wonderful. Super friendly and always available, they responded quickly to any questions we had, making sure our stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Their warm hospitality made us feel right at home. What truly set this place apart was the tranquility. Nestled in a peaceful area, it was the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We cherished the quiet moments, whether it was sipping coffee on the deck in the morning or stargazing at night with a glass of wine by the fire. We are already looking forward to booking this incredible cottage again in the future. It provided the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway, and we can't wait to return. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of heaven
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Betty-Jane T.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tanya Wilson

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What makes this property unique

The proximity to the water is unmatched! You will love the views from every room in the cottage!
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