Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge - Tiny

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 453 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Balm Beach, ON

Jackson Beach Park16 min walk
Cawaja Beach9 min drive
Wahnekewaning Beach11 min drive
Barrie, ON (YLK-Lake Simcoe Regional)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge

PLEASE READ entire description.
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This is a basic, simple, rustic cabin with a double and twin bed in one bedroom and a queen bed in the other. There is a full eat-in kitchen, a living room and a private deck with barbecue. The bathroom is a three-piece bathroom with toilet, vanity sink, and a basic aluminum shower.
This is not a luxury rental and the price is reflective of your access across the street to the beautiful private sandy beach that is shared exclusively with other renters and family.
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NOTE:
1. The property is on a well so you must bring your own water.
2. Terrain around the property and on the beach is natural and uneven and so is unsuitable for those with wheel chairs or mobility issues
3. Due to the high iron content in the well water the toilet bowl and shower area can get stained between cleanings
4. Even though we "treat" the properties" before the season and try to control during the season, with these properties being in a forest surrounding there is a definite presence of mosquitoes, spiders, ants, and possibly mouse droppings.
5. You must bring your own linens and towels
6. No visitors permitted without prior approval
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R n R Retreat is part of a compound known as Tondakea Lodge & Cabins. The compound consists of three 2 bedroom cabins, one 4 bedroom house, and one 2 bedroom house; all bookable through VRBO (See bottom of this description). Located across the street from our private beach, at the edge of a 27 acre forest, it once was the home and school of Franz Johnston, of the Group of Seven artists, and later became a resort in the 50s. Although updates have been made over the years the buildings still retain their original charm and rustic feel.
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Enjoy long walks through the forest, go for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Georgian Bay, or take a 10-15 min walk along the water to Balm Beach. At Balm Beach you have access to the connivence store/LCBO , Balm Beach Go-Karts, Mini Golf, The Surf Family Restaurant, The Balm Beach Bar & Smokehouse and the Georgian Grill & Family Arcade
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Other Properties on our compound: 884008 (Doctor's House), 884009 (R n R Retreat), 884013 (Ole Cozy), and 884011 (Sky House), 9713676 (Chateau)

Property manager

Jeffry Fruitman

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside only

licence plate of your vehicle (max 1) must be provided in advance. Registered guests only; no visitors allowed at rental or on the beach

Remember to bring your own bed linens and towels.

No bonfires allowed for liability reasons.

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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tiny

Located in Tiny, this cabin is near the beach. Brooklea Golf and Country Club and Midland Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Wasaga Beach Paintball and Wasaga 500 Go Karts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Balm Beach, ON

What's nearby

Jackson Beach Park - 16 min walk
Cawaja Beach - 9 min drive
Wahnekewaning Beach - 11 min drive
Midland Golf and Country Club - 12 min drive
Wasaga Beach Provincial Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
Harvey's - 12 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 11 min drive
Georgian Grill - 17 min walk
Minji's - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Summer Getaway w/ Private Sandy Beach - Balm Beach - Tondakea Lodge located?

This family-friendly Tiny cabin is located near the beach, just steps away from Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Jackson Beach Park and Cawaja Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.8

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Emily N., Toronto, Canada

10 September 2023

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

Our favourite beach getaway

This was our third year staying here and it was fantastic as always! We love the private beach and the cabin is the perfect secluded getaway.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Piper M., Toronto, Canada

28 August 2023

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

Perfect cabin!

We loved the cabin and its rustic charm! The beach was beautiful, and it was great to be walking distance from Balm Beach and the Georgian Grill. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rana Z.

16 August 2023

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

RNR Tiny Beach Retreat

Third year staying at the cabin and enjoyed it just as much as the first two. Owners have always been pleasant and communicative and super helpful. If you’re looking for an escape from the city, to a simple dwelling with a beautiful beach where you can reconnect with the family this is the place! The cabin is the perfect size for my teen children and my partner and I. BBQ every night and enjoy the nature surrounding the cabin. Love this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe M.

7 August 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

Cabin was as described. The private beach was spectacular except for all the garbage everywhere. Sadly, folks felt no need to clean up after themselves and the property manager didn't clean anything up on the beach during our stay. The property itself had lots of garbage everywhere although this may have been on the neighbors space, it did detract from the secluded feel of the cabin. The wifi never worked, but we weren't there to be on devices during our stay. It would also have been nice if we didn't need to unplug the fridge to use the microwave to avoid blowing a fuse, but again, we made it work.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

24 July 2023

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

A Wonderful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this little cabin. Everything was clean, and we had all we needed for a really relaxing stay. The cabin is rustic and unpretentious, but that is exactly what we like. If you are the type of guest that needs granite counter tops, matching designer furniture, and an espresso machine, then keep scrolling. This is not your place. If you want a place that is clean, quiet, has its own private beach (!!!), and is just a simple place to build great memories, then look no further. We spend three nights of our tour around Ontario and agreed that more nights there would have been even better.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023