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White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa

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A lakeside property with a dock, a small house, and a playground with a slide.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small deck, and a grassy yard.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a small dining table with chairs.
A view from a room with a sliding glass door to a lake, featuring a dock with a small boat and a grassy area with a chair and table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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McNab/Braeside, ON
  • Place, Waba Cottage Museum & Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, White Lake Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, White Lake Park
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa

Welcome to The Cove, a cozy lakefront cottage on beautiful White Lake in the Ottawa Valley, about 40 minutes from Kanata and 55 minutes from downtown Ottawa.

Spend your days swimming, paddling, fishing, relaxing by the water and enjoying evenings around your own private fire pit. The Cove is an easy Ottawa Valley getaway for couples and families looking for a traditional cottage experience without a long drive from the city.

The Waterfront

The cottage sits on the north end of White Lake in a calm bay with a gradual, shallow shoreline that's especially enjoyable for families with children.

Guests have access to our waterfront and beach area, dock and complimentary watercraft:

• 2 kayaks
• Canoe
• Pedal boat
• Life jackets

Bring your fishing gear — White Lake offers excellent fishing, with deeper water easily accessible through the narrows.

The Cottage

The Cove sleeps up to 7 guests and includes:

• Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Fully equipped kitchen
• BBQ
• Private fire pit
• Outdoor seating
• Lake views
• Bed linens and towels
• Queen bed in the primary bedroom
• Double/single bunk bed in the second bedroom
• Pull-out sofa in the living room

There is no cleaning fee. We simply ask guests to leave the cottage tidy, clean up after themselves and put away their dishes before departure.

More Than Just the Lake

When you're ready for a break from the water, there are outdoor games and space to relax and play around the property.

Nearby attractions include Waba Museum & Gardens, White Lake Park, Burnstown Beach and the public boat launch.

Restaurants, a convenience store, LCBO, gas, parks and beaches are only minutes away. Arnprior and Renfrew are approximately 15–20 minutes away for groceries, shopping and additional amenities.

A Four-Season Getaway

White Lake isn't just for summer. Fall brings beautiful colours and quiet evenings by the fire. In winter, enjoy ice fishing when conditions permit, outdoor skating, and skiing or snowboarding at Mount Pakenham and Calabogie Peaks. A snowmobile trail runs directly past the property and across White Lake.

Good to Know

Diamond Valley Cottage Rentals is a shared lakefront property with three separate homes. The Cove is its own cottage, with its own BBQ and private fire pit. The waterfront, beach, dock and recreational amenities are shared.

The owners live on the property year-round, and another family residence is also located on the property. We respect our guests' privacy while maintaining a quiet, family-oriented environment.

No parties or events.

Come enjoy swimming, paddling, fishing, campfires and beautiful White Lake sunsets at The Cove.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 10:00 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
Quiet hours are 10:00 PM–8:00 AM. No excessive noise or disturbances.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4429089vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McNab/Braeside

Located in McNab/Braeside, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Arnprior and District Museum and O’Brien’s Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at White Lake Marina and Pakenham Highlands Golf Club. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Waba Cottage Museum & Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • White Lake Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • White Lake Park - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Almonte Village - 37 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Canadian Tire Centre - 37 min drive - 68.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Neat Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blackbird Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Helen's Fries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Snark - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen at White Lake - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is White Lake Waterfront Cottage | Kayaks, Canoe + Beach | 45 Min from Ottawa located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Waba Cottage Museum & Gardens and White Lake Beach. White Lake Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot. Hosts are great, very welcome and responsive. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating. I arrived quite late but check in was a breeze. The property is at excellent location and so much to offer. Our family had a perfect time. We could enjoy the lovely white lake view from the living room. We would definitely come back. The paddleboat was my kids favourite. Complete privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage on White Lake

We needed a comfortable place to stay for the weekend. The hosts were very accommodating with our arrival time, as it was an 8hr drive from home. The beautiful cottage on the lake was perfect. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very accommodating

It was a very nice space. We had a date issue that was thankfully resolved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cottage, somewhat difficult to find from the road. Road to cottage has lots of potholes. Outside nice with BBQ, firepit and chairs. Cottage great for cooking, large table for eating, playing cards and board games. Easy to communicate with owners and check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kendall Leckie

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We have been welcoming guests to Diamond Valley Cottage Rentals on White Lake since 2010.

We live on the property year-round and enjoy sharing this beautiful part of the Ottawa Valley with our guests. We aim to provide a relaxed, comfortable cottage experience where families and couples can enjoy the lake, spend time outdoors and make great memories together.

We’re nearby and available if you need us during your stay, but otherwise we respect our guests’ privacy and give them the space to enjoy their vacation.

Why they chose this property

White Lake offers the peaceful feeling of a traditional Ontario cottage destination while still being conveniently close to Ottawa.

We love the lake, beautiful sunsets, fishing, boating and the relaxed pace of the area. The Cove sits on the north end of White Lake in a calm bay that's great for swimming and paddling, with access through the narrows to the larger lake for boating and fishing.

Arnprior is about 15 minutes away and Renfrew about 20 minutes away for groceries, shopping and other amenities. Kanata is approximately 40 minutes away and downtown Ottawa about 55 minutes away, making White Lake an easy cottage getaway without spending hours travelling.

What makes this property unique

The Cove combines a true waterfront cottage experience with plenty to do right on the property.

Guests can swim, fish from the dock, relax by the waterfront, or use the complimentary two kayaks, canoe and pedal boat. Life jackets are also provided. The Cove has its own private BBQ and private fire pit, along with outdoor games and space to relax and play.

The gradual, shallow shoreline is particularly enjoyable for families with children, while deeper water and excellent fishing are accessible through the narrows.

We also don't charge a cleaning fee. We simply ask guests to leave the cottage tidy, clean up after themselves and put their dishes away before leaving.

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