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Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village

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A room with a brick fireplace, a wooden ladder leaning against the wall, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the mantel.
A wicker sofa with cushions, a small table with a cup and a magazine, and a textured wall in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A living room with a brown leather chair, a wooden side table, a television, and a patterned rug.
A small single-story house with a porch, a front door, and a window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Dunnville, ON
  • Place, Port Maitland Entrance Light
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Brock University
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Outlet Collection at Niagara
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village

Bright and cheery four season cottage short walk to the beach in the charming village of Port Maitland, where the Grand River flows into Lake Erie. Enjoy the spacious backyard, BBQ area, front porch and firepit or take a short walk to the free public sand beach and lighthouse pier. The charm of a century old cottage has been carefully restored and paired with beautiful modern furniture and art. The kitchen is fully equipped for home cooked meals and the coffee bar is stocked for your morning brew. Treat yourself to goodies from our "spa basket" found in the quaint but spacious bathroom. New gel memory foam mattresses and comfortable bedding will give you a restful sleep! The South Port Cottage is the perfect place to create picture perfect memories!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
To keep cleaning fees low, we ask that bed linens (sheets and pillow cases) are be provided by guests. All other bedding/towels are provided by host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9753766
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dunnville

Haldimand County is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Byng Island Conservation Area.
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Dunnville, ON

What's nearby

  • Port Maitland Entrance Light - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Long Beach Conservation Park - 28 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Brock University - 51 min drive - 68.6 km
  • Waves Indoor Waterpark - 57 min drive - 74.4 km
  • Outlet Collection at Niagara - 59 min drive - 77.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Squires Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dunnville Deli - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright and Cheery Cottage in Quaint Beach Village located?

Located in Haldimand County, this family-friendly cottage is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Erie, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Byng Island Conservation Area and Rock Point Provincial Park. Long Beach Conservation Park and Toronto Motorsports Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barend J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice neat cottage at a very good location. Quote and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Cute Cottage

We enjoyed our time at the cottage thoroughly! Quiet peaceful and clean. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz V.

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

Cozy cottage with big style.

What a lovely little spot to call "home" for a couple of days. We were in town for a funeral and the lovely thoughtful touches like hair towels and eye masks made for a relaxing and restorative home base. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Business Trip

Our company used this property as an alternative to the local motels in the area. Beautifully clean and comfortable accommodations that impressed our employee and provided a very nice experience during her visit to Dunnville. We will use this property again when we have similar business visits to our local manufacturing facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

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

Perfect Family Cottage

My husband and two kids stayed at South Port for a week, we loved it. The cottage had everything you could think of. A close walk to the beach, a close drive to Safari Niagara and Niagara Falls. Alisha gave us lots of information about what to do around the cottage. We will be definitely planning another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We would absolutely love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Thank you, Alisha, For sharing the little gem called the Southport cottage.

What a perfect place to enjoy the eclipse with my daughter and granddaughter. The cottage was clean, very sweet and well appointed. Alisha was great in communication! Directions in the cottage were very clear. We had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Perfect family spot

Ideal for two small children, lots of space for them to run around as well as entertainment options provided in-house. Many child-friendly accessories such as drinking cups, high chairs and sleeping arrangements. We really appreciated the giftbox featuring local vendors. Close to beach and options for day trips (Niagara Falls). We loved the artwork and branding. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2023
Thank you for the lovely review! We would absolutely love to have you back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colette A.

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

Relaxing by the beach

First time exploring the Dunville/ Lake Erie area. Beautiful scenic drives, a wonderful provincial park (James Allen). An idealic drive to the Niagara Falls. None of the rush. The cottage is well appointed, and has everything you need. If you are looking for a serene getaway in the country within 10 min of a beautiful quiet beach this is a great spot. I have toured this part of our province and I learned a lot. The Grand River empties right here! Comfy beds await after busy days. Turn back the clock to washing dishes and taking a slower pace of life, chat and catch up, play board games or watch TV after a day at the beach! Well worth the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Mini getaway

House was lovely, very clean, comfortable and spacious. Property offered nice front porch and back deck for sitting. There was a fire pit as well but I did not use it. The wifi was a problem, it was fine for phone but did not work at all for the tv. It would have been nice to have a radio for music. Walking distance to waterfront but I did not see a swimming area. If you just want to get away for a break, house is very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Your host

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Hi! I'm Alisha, the owner of the South Port Cottage. I love everything design and décor and I'm a certified Interior Decorator. I am truly passionate about sharing my space with you and giving the best guest experience I can!

Why they chose this property

Years ago, I bought the South Port Cottage in my home town of Dunnville, Ontario. I spent many weekends fixing it up and dreamed it would be a cottage for my future family. But when renos were done I rented it out full time and moved to the big city. I met my husband Dan, got married and two little boys. We recently turned our cottage into the getaway I always dreamed of. I love hosting and sharing the cottage life with our guests.

What makes this property unique

This century old cottage was carefully restored and decorated professionally, by me! The unique beach village of Port Maitland is truly a hidden gem full of history and natural beauty. I can't wait to share the cottage life with you!
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