10/10 Excellent
Brenda Y.
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
A private Nature Retreat
Cottage in Minden Hills with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Minden, ON
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Futon
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
A private Nature Retreat
Enjoy this one-of-a kind nature retreat just Just 2 hours from the GTA. This custom built chalet features an open concept chef's kitchen, sunroom for morning tea, ample living room and over 2000 square feet of outdoor deck including a 400 square foot screened in Muskoka room. Just minutes away from the wonderful lakes and trails that the Haliburton Highlands has to offer!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure all stoves & kitchen appliances are turned off before leaving
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
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
Property # 9689579
About the area
Minden Hills
Minden Hills is home to this cottage. Haliburton Sculpture Forest and Haliburton Highlands Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hawk Lake Log Chute and Lake of Bays Marine Museum and Navigation Society.
Minden, ON
Getting around
Restaurants
- Boshkung Brewing Co. - 11 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 11 min drive
- Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - 11 min drive
- Mill Pond Restaurant - 14 min drive
- The Mason Jar - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Sharon N.
25 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sharon N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Aaron
Born and raised in Toronto. We got our cottage to enjoy Ontario nature at is finest and enjoy hosting others who enjoy natures’ peaceful and natural surroundings.
Why they chose this property
Natural, quiet, peaceful and under developed
What makes this property unique
Very private with large spring fed pond
Languages:
English, French
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