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Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Burnt River, ON
  • Place, Balsam Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Shadow Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Fenelon Falls
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bunkie/guesthouse

1 Double Bed

Main Cottage

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bunkie/Guesthouse Bathroom

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Main Cottage Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA

Guest occupancy: 2-3 people in the winter, and up to 4 people in the spring, summer and fall.

Stay at our little cottage and enjoy:
- Swimming! Burnt River has deep and clear water for swimming (SEASONAL ONLY)
- Paddling on the river using our kayaks (2) and canoe (fits 2-3 people) (SEASONAL ONLY)
- Fishing! Catch smallmouth bass and perch right from the dock or steps (spring, summer and fall). Ice fishing is nearby (ask for details)
- Miles of hiking, snow mobiling, biking or ATV trails. Victoria Rail Trail trailheads nearby,
closest under 5km away. Ice fishing available at some lakes nearby
- Roasting marshmallows at a riverside firepit (choice of two, one covered for rainy days)
- Drinking your morning coffee or hot chocolate with waterfront views from first or second floor deck. Both decks have a dining area (dining area on first floor is closed off in the winter)
- Stargazing during evenings around the firepit or on moonlit walks – spot the Big Dipper!
- Playing games in our fully equipped games room with ping pong table, foosball and darts. We also have lawn games: cornhole, ladderball, bocce and jenga. Rainy day games include poker set, board games (so many!), and cards.
- BBQ using our Weber gas bbq or try the charcoal bbq for that smoky flavour
- Napping in the hammock with view of the river
- Showering using outdoor shower (hot water available) with view of nature/trees (SEASONAL ONLY)
- Looking for river wildlife, including beavers, blue heron, woodpeckers, owls and deer that all live nearby
- Visiting the quaint small town 15 minutes away with famous waterfall and locke, public lakes and beaches, as well as brewery, pubs, little boutiques and antique stores, museums and incredible dining (ask us for recommendations). Get everything you need in town - it has a Sobeys grocery store, gas stations, banks, LCBO and a Beer store.
- Cooking your favourite meals in our fully stocked kitchen. Our oven is a convection Kitchenaid model. Sizing-wise, it fits a chicken but not a turkey, or a medium pizza but not a large. Other appliances include: air fryer, blender, griddler/panini press, waffle maker, popcorn maker, kettle, drip coffeemaker, and mixer. There is a Keurig, fridge, rice cooker and standard microwave in the games room.
- If you need to cook and still want to enjoy the outdoors, we also have an outdoor kitchen with sink, grill, food prep area and cooking essentials. Outdoor kitchen is SEASONAL use only.
- Watching your favourite movies on the 47 inch TV (from the loft sleeping space or couch!).
- Walking your dog in our cottage wonderland. We are pet-friendly but please let us know when you are bringing your furry family member up. Some dogs may have difficulty climbing the spiral staircase to the main cottage.
- Making coffee/tea/hot chocolate at the outdoor hot drink station with Keurig. Enjoy easily accessible hot chocolate during firepit evenings
- Property surrounded by little twinkly lights for the perfect outdoor ambience. Enjoy the outdoors late into the evening.
- Property has also outdoor bathroom next to firepit for easy access. Odourless, modern eco-toilet. This is in addition to the indoor, modern toilet in the main cottage.

The guesthouse:
We also have a guesthouse/bunkie with electricity, small desk and double bed for another couple or the kids that can be used in most seasons.
We only rent to one group at a time, so you would get the entire property to yourself and not have to share with other guests. The bunkie/guesthouse will not be rented separately from the main cottage.

Our place is perfect for couples who want to a vacation in the main cottage but also want to invite other couples or friends to use the bunkie for a few days during their stay, especially during spring, summer or fall. (Please advise us if you are inviting couples to visit during your stay as all guests need to be registered.) The guesthouse, with access to the outdoor bathroom and kitchen, is very private from the main cottage.

Wifi:
We have Starlink unlimited wifi! Use to your heart’s content. May experience some outages during extreme weather.

Neighbours: We have visible neighbours on one side of property. If you want a vacation where you don’t see anyone, our property may not be for you. All neighbours in the area are very respectful and friendly if you want to chat.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Lifejackets MUST be worn when in watercraft.
Adults must bring lifejackets for children.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kawartha Lakes

Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indian Point Provincial Park and Balsam Lake Provincial Park, while Fenelon Falls Museum and Station Gallery of Fenelon Falls are cultural highlights. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
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Burnt River, ON

What's nearby

  • Balsam Lake - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Shadow Lake - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Coboconk & District Lions Park - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sturgeon Lake - 15 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Fenelon Falls - 15 min drive - 18.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gulls Nest Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coby Fish and Chips - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Coboconk - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy & small waterfront cottage, dog friendly! 2 to 4 people, 2 hours from GTA located?

This family-friendly Kawartha Lakes cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Burnt River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Boyd Island and Goose Lake. Dewey's Island and Coboconk & District Lions Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Angelica Santos

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Hello! My fiancée Brandon and I would love to have you stay at our cozy cottage getaway, Riverrun Cottage, in Kawartha Lakes. We live in Toronto and bought our cottage in a fit of madness during pandemic lockdowns, but we never regretted it for a second. We spent a long time making our place the quirky home it is, and spend as much time here as possible. Some of our favourite things to do are: paddling on the river, cooking outdoors (our outdoor kitchen is one of our favourite parts of being up North), going on winter hikes, and just being away from the city. When we are in Toronto, you’ll catch us at concerts, at the Beach, or being dorks and watching Survivor and the first few seasons of Game of Thrones. Our two pets are Potter the dog, (named after Harry Potter, of course) and Tuna the cat (named for no one, first of his name). Hope to meet you soon!

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is so unique and quirky, we fell in love with it as soon as we pulled into the driveway. There's nothing like hearing the different sounds of nature at night, the fireflies, the stars... and our friendly neighbourhood beaver that we have named Nickel. They swim down the river and only their head is visible, but suddenly emerge on the riverbank across the cottage and you can see their whole body! Definitely new sights and sounds for these two city mice.

What makes this property unique

The main cottage and bunkie/guesthouse are so private from each other! The two parties can have completely separate vacations with tons of privacy, using the outdoor bathroom, kitchen and shower or the indoor facilities. The friends we've had stay in the bunkie/guesthouse almost never have to come upstairs unless we're all watching a movie. We love this part of our property - great for both introverts and extroverts.

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