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Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 688.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Baptiste Lake Marina
  • Place, Waterhouse Lake
  • Place, Bancroft Mineral Museum

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage


Three bedroom, 1 bathroom waterfront cottage located on Redmond bay which is a part of Baptiste Lake.

We are currently not supplying any bedding or linens, please bring your own bedding (sheets, comforters, towels, etc. for the stay. We do supply a tea towel, pillows, a bath mat and bathroom hand towel.

5-10 mins from the town of Bancroft.
Swim, fish, boat, kayak or just relax on the newly built oversized dock.

Boat launch to Baptiste is next door, or go out on our paddle toys and explore the bay.

Fully stocked kitchen with all appliances you may need as well as a propane BBQ.

Coffee and basic condiments are made available to you along with toilet paper and paper towel.

WIFI available for all guests. Please note we are in a rural area, so the internet can be slow at times. Netflix and prime video are provided and seem to work fine.

High efficiency furnace and air conditioner.

The lake is pristine and full of wildlife but it is shallow (5-6 deep) so please be cautious jumping off the dock. Cannon-balls and shallow dives seem to be just fine. There is a clearing around the dock for weed free swimming.

Due to the remote location of the cottage, there is no municipal garbage pick up. All guests are required to take all their garbage with them upon check-out. Local dump site times and locations are listed on the fridge. The closest dump site is 6 mins from the cottage. There are plenty of garbage and recycling bags for your convenience.

Contactless check in. Check in is at 3pm, check out 11am.

Automatic discount available if you book for 5 or more nights.

Please be aware that May and June are bug season. The exact times can vary - Usually its mid May to mid June. Prices have been discounted.

We have firewood but it is limited. There is firewood nearby for $5 a bundle. Location is in the welcome package that you receive 3 days prior to your visit.

Activities in the area include:
ATV Trails
Arts Route Tours
Hastings Heritage Trail
Eagles Nest Park and Lookout
Bancroft Golf Course
Bancroft Autumn Studio Tour
Adult life jackets 6
Paddle Boat (4 people)
Water noodles
Floating dock
Washer toss (in Shed)
Hammock and Kayak

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Dog or cat are allowed but not on furniture
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Take all garbage and recycling to the dump. Locations and hours of operations are located on the kitchen windowsill.
Pull the kayak back up onto the shore and flip it over.
Ensure the pedal boat cover is put back on and put everything back where it was found including all the outdoor chair and dining cushions.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Hastings Highlands

Located in Hastings Highlands, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. North Hastings Heritage Museum and Village Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Baptiste Lake Marina and Bancroft Ridge Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Harcourt, ON

What's nearby

  • Waterhouse Lake - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Bancroft Mineral Museum - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Old Tin Shed - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Vanluven Lake - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Egan Chutes Provincial Park - 26 min drive - 26.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Just for the Halibut - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dream View Redmond Bay Waterfront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Baptiste Lake Marina and within 6 miles (10 km) of Waterhouse Lake and Bancroft Ridge Golf Course. Bancroft Ridge Golf Club and Vanluven Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean with a great interior setup. We loved the wood burning fireplace. The best part was being right next to the lake and the clear view from the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Great place!

Amazing deck and dock, very clean and bright interior. Lots of windows with beautiful view, AC worked well. Nice gradual entrance into lake and easy to jump off dock too. Host was easy to contact and very helpful. Feels private as no neighbours are nearby, just the road beside so can hear the cars at times. Boat launch next door too. Great living area with TV and couches were very comfortable for at night or during rainy times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from a perfect long-weekend getaway! The cottage was clean, well appointed and had everything we needed. It was exactly like the pictures. It was cool in the evenings so the heat helped out. The waterfront on the property could not have been better! The dock was perfect for sitting on during the day to enjoy the last days of nice weather. Our son used the kayak and everyone had a great time. There was supposed to be 5 of us plus dogs but ended up being only 3 of us with 1 dog. The place would still have been the perfect size if our other 2 family members came. We hope to book another stay at this beautiful cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

S&RA C.

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

Tranquil beautiful place.

Our stay was very relaxing, the home was set up nicely with most amenities included. Access to the water on lot and lots of toys to keep the kids entertained. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

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

Amazing place

I had a great time here! It was such a beautiful spot and right on the water. I would absolutely return to this rental :) Thank you to the hosts for making this an incredible vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donovan M.

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

Cottage on a lake

Clean and functional. Amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H., Mississauga, Ontario (Canada)

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

Amazing Stay

The cottage was so clean and decorated to give you a nautical feel. They had everything you needed so we definitely overpacked! The view from practically every window was breathtaking. Can't get any closer to the water. Would definitely recommend to everyone. Whenever I had questions, I got a response back instantly. We all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tayler H.

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

absolutely beautiful!

kayla’s cottage is absolutely gorgeous! the home is incredibly clean and tastefully decorated, the bedrooms have breathtaking views, and the property is on a very quiet and serene lake. this is the perfect getaway and the house was in great condition for us when we arrived, kayla’s instructions about how to navigate and work everything was very in-depth and easy to follow. i loved being able to go out onto the lake with the pedal boat and we never got tired of looking out at the beautiful lake! will absolutely be back next year :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute cottage NOT on Baptiste Lake

The cottage is sweet and fresh, bright, well designed and well supplied. . The views are lovely- quiet little bay and the cottage is right on the water. BUT… this is a LAND LOCKED bay. It is NOT connected to Baptiste Lake and that was a let down. Luckily I had packed my kayak cart because you have to portage over a moderately busy road to get to Baptiste Lake. Swimming was ok from the dock but water is shallow and it’s a mucky bottom. We had some problems with shower not shutting off but Kayla was very prompt and apologetic. She dealt with it immediately even though it was a statutory holiday. I was impressed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my second time renting this cottage and we love coming here. It’s right on a quiet area of the lake so my dog can swim freely, and we can enjoy time outside peacefully. We went up at the end of September so it was understandably quiet, but even when we came up here in the summer, it was still not super busy, didn’t have people flying past on boats regularly. The new deck was a great addition, it was so comfortable to sit there and enjoy the view. The cottage itself is nice and clean. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the tools you could need, there are even dog bowls! There is also a nice BBQ as well. Beds are comfy and rooms are a good size. The living space is great, and love the hard drive of movies for when the internet gets a bit spotty. Kayla is also super responsive and helpful with any questions!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here. The satellite tv wasn't working but that was a minor issue since everything else was great. Our family, including our dog, enjoyed swimming and playing in the lake. And the bird watching was excellent, especially the loons. Nice & close to Bancroft for grocery shopping etc. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great long weekend! The size of the cottage was perfect and cozy for us 6, we made the one small bathroom work, even for getting ready for a wedding! The expansive deck just outside the door and the dock was fabulous for hanging out. We watched a movie one night, used the fire pit one night. Perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

deb b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good boat access,the fishing was exceptional The total fish count for the week was 50-60 Our Grandson caught 12 fish. The Loons swam by every day to my delight The deck and lake views were incredible. It was hard to leave the cottage Hope to return next year. Thank you for sharing your special place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location! Issues with the satellite but with the great weather wasnt a huge issue. Would stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay at Dream View Redmond Bay! The location is absolutely stunning, right on the water with beautiful views. The cottage itself was clean and cozy, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Loved that it's pet friendly and fenced off We spent our days swimming, fishing, kayaking, and enjoying the peace and quiet from the dock. The nearby town of Bancroft was a short drive away which was great for groceries and hiking to Eagles Nest Lookout. We highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing and peaceful getaway and plan to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our time at this lovey cottage certainly did not disappoint! Swimming and enjoying the amazing views from the dock, not to mention the great fishing (we caught multiple Bass right from the end of the dock). Meals over looking the lake on the new deck, followed by a campfire by the water. The cottage is located in a bay so there was very little boat traffic which was nice and allowed us to enjoy the sounds of the birds and a resident Loon (that you can hear a bit of vehicle/atv noise from the road but never enough to disturb us)! The cottage comes with a great array of amenities - Kayak and pedal boat, both of which we took advantage of. A Napoleon BBQ which worked great, air fryer, stove and basically a fully stocked kitchen. The beds and couches were very comfy. Bathroom is small but very clean and the shower worked great!The Bell satellite was not working when we were there but that was fine bc we did not spend much time inside anyway!Kayla was great to communicate with if any questions came up.Overall a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Second time staying because we love it.

Cozy, comfortable private cottage, very well equipped, friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Beautiful, relaxing, and peaceful

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful, cozy cottage. The cottage is very private, and very peaceful. Best part for us was the campfire located so close to the water, and the beautiful dock. Loons, geese, and ducks were all very active and vocal. The close proximity to Bancroft was also very convenient. The owners are very responsive and easy going.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

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

Nice peaceful place

A very nice, quiet and peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Perfect cottage getaway

Very clean!, private location. Amazing sunrises. Close to Bancroft. Close to atv trails. Caught fish right from the amazing dock. Owner is very responsive & helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

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

Peace and quiet

This was our second time coming back to the cottage and again, the 3 of us had a wonderful time. Every morning enjoying the sights and sounds of the loon family. My Dad caught bass and pike every day from the dock, he was thrilled! I really enjoyed the kayak and paddle board. Then in the evenings we sat on the lower deck and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the beautiful lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

An Excellent Stay on Redmond Bay!

The accommodation and location were wonderful - close enough to shopping/restaurants (10-15 minutes drive), but far enough that you could enjoy some peace and quiet by the lake. We stayed the first week of October which was perfect to watch all the leaves changing colour (and we were lucky to have some 20+ degrees days as well!). Kayla was very informative and responsive to any questions I had and check-in / out was a breeze! We highly recommend driving around nearby Baptiste Lake as the views are absolutely stunning! Would happily book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Checks all the boxes for a perfect cottage stay

We loved this cottage. It has the old-fashioned charm of the cottages we grew up with, with all the modern comforts we appreciate now. Beautiful picture window looking out on the lake. We even had a visit from three loons!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damien WG

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

Everything you would ever want in a Cottage

We had an awesome time, theres really not any more you could ask for when it comes to a cottage up north - beautiful lake/dock, good fishing, fire pit/stove, bbq/oven etc.. we went up to algonquin one day for a few nice hikes as well as the eagles nest trails. Spent the days swimming, fishing and kayaking and then took advantage of the awesome wood stove for some movie nights. Town is very close so it was a breeze for grocerys/restaurants, we ended up over packing for sure. Thank you Kayla for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kayla Ford

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Why they chose this property

My most cherished memories growing up are being at my grandmothers cottage. As i got older it became clear I wanted a cottage of my own to continue creating those memories with friends and family. I have some family in Bancroft which is why I was drawn to the area. I rent the cottage out during the summer and fall. I rent the cottage to help with costs and renovations.I consider this my home and I am here as much as I can be. I want others to enjoy it as well, and at a reasonable price.

What makes this property unique

The property is pretty unique. It is a very long and narrow lot leaving a lot of room between neighbors. I love that it is a quiet part of Baptiste lake and how close it is to the town of Bancroft. The house was built very close to the water which makes for an amazing view. The lake is shallow. pristine & full of wildlife. If you're up early enough, you will see the otters swim by while you eat breakfast.

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