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Cozy cottage on quiet lake

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Terrace/patio
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Minden, ON
  • Popular LocationMinden Wild Water Preserve7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlairhampton Golf Club14 min drive
  • Popular LocationPinestone Golf Course23 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy cottage on quiet lake

Easy, flat road access will bring you to this cottage on a quiet lake that oozes charm and comfort. The cottage accommodates up to 6 guests in 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a well-equipped kitchen, and high-speed internet (work from the dock!). A scenic 2 hour drive from the GTA, this cottage is perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking for a work-from-home getaway.

The cottage is located under 10 minutes from the quaint village of Minden, where you will find amenities such as grocery stores, LCBO/Beer Store, Canadian Tire, Tim Hortons, gas, great restaurants, and the famous Kawartha Dairy Minden location - a must visit!

The cottage is located on a private, quiet, spring-fed, non-motorized lake, with great swimming off the dock, and fishing for Bass, Pickerel, and Perch right from the dock. Enjoy sunshine all day on the beautiful 80 ft dock or chill on the deck or lawn.

The interior is stylish and cozy, with 2 walkouts to the deck. There is a large primary bedroom (with amazing lake view) with 1 queen bed, and 1 pullout couch. The second bedroom has a bunk bed (2 singles). There is also a pull out sofa bed (with queen mattress) in the living room and a folding camp cot available if you need it. The kitchen is well-equipped with all that's needed to create a delicious meal. Appliances include a new refrigerator, stove, microwave, Keurig coffee machine, toaster, kettle, Crockpot, plates, cups, cutlery, etc. Water at the cottage is UV filtered and safe for drinking. There is also a water cooler available if you'd like to bring your own water.

Outside, there is a dining area and conversation set on the deck, Muskoka chairs, a fire pit, Weber BBQ with propane, and lots of greenspace!

Also available:

*NEW* Floating water mat
2 Kayaks (1 adult and 1 kid/youth)
1 Paddle board
2 Canoes
1 Peddle boat
4 Life jackets (2 adults, 1 youth, 1 child)

Variety of lawn games (Bocce, Cornhole aka bean bag toss, Washer toss, Ladder toss, Disc jam, etc.)

The cottage is also just 2 minutes from 12 Mile Lake Marina.

High speed internet is available along with strong cell reception.

While staying at the cottage, don't forget to take in the area attractions, which include:

- Countless hiking trails in the area (Algonquin Highlands trails; Haliburton Forest) - ask us about our favourites!
- Wolves at the Haliburton Wolf Centre (under 30 minutes)
- Outdoor sculptures at the Haliburton Sculpture Forest (under 30 minutes)
- Minden White Water Preserve
- Minden River Walk - scenic walk along the river in the village of Minden Hills
- Canoeing at the Frost Centre
- Saturday Farmer's Market in Minden
- Round of golf at the area golf courses
- Enjoy a meal at Rhubarb Restaurant, The Mill Pond, or The Pepper Mill Steak and Pasta House
- A day of mini putt and Go karting at The Minden Experience
- Rent a boat at 12 Mile Lake Marina
- Close to snowmobile and snowshoeing trails, and Sir Sam's Ski Resort (under 25 minutes)

Please bring your own towels, bed linens (sheets, pillowcases; we will provide the blankets and comforters), groceries/coffee K-pods, shampoo/conditioner/bodywash, and wood for the firepit.

For your comfort, there is a brand new ductless heating and cooling/AC system at the cottage, along with fans and baseboard heaters. Please enjoy fires outside only.

There is a Smart TV in the living room for your use.

There is 1 exterior security camera facing the road (not actively monitored).

Property manager

Ken R.

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Minden

This cottage is located in Minden Hills. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Minden Wild Water Preserve and Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park, while Haliburton Highlands Museum and Haliburton Sculpture Forest are cultural highlights.
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Minden, ON

What's nearby

  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 7 min drive
  • Blairhampton Golf Club - 14 min drive
  • Pinestone Golf Course - 23 min drive
  • Haliburton Rail Trail - 28 min drive
  • Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons - 10 min drive
  • Kawartha Dairy - 9 min drive
  • Boshkung Brewing Co - 5 min drive
  • Up River Trading Co - 11 min drive
  • Boshkung Social by Boshkung Brewing Co - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage on quiet lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage on quiet lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage on quiet lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage on quiet lake located?

Situated in Minden Hills, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Minden Wild Water Preserve, Blairhampton Golf Club and Burnt River. Hawk Lake Log Chute and Moon Shadows Estate Winery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie P., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kawartha's Sharon Lake 2023 Holiday
We truly enjoyed our stay at Ken and his family place. The cottage is very cozy, quiet, super clean, tastefully decorated and supplied with all you need to feel like at home. Great indoor and outdoor seating with swimming and fishing right from the dock. Sun exposure the entire day. This is a little gem even though we could hear noise from the nearby hwy while outdoor. The quaint village of Minden is a scenic 10 minutes drive away with lovely boutiques, cheese and butcher shops. Lots of dinning options nearby too. We highly recommend this place rain or shine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Thelma R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
Very clean and pleasant little cottage. The only downside was road noise from Hwy 35. Otherwise perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minden fans for Life!
Our family, (myself, my husband and two boys aged 2 1/2 and 5) made a week full of memories at Elmwood Cottage. A cozy, quiet and great place for family fun. Even the neighbours next door kept the work they were doing on their cottage quiet during my little one’s nap time. The views of the lake are amazing, the dock is perfect for swimming (and fishing), the floating raft was a family favorite and there were lots of local attractions in short driving distance. Boshkung Brewery, Kawartha Dairy for ice cream and the Minden Experience (go karts, mini putt and batting cages) were all 10-15 mins away. Parents, just pack extra clothes and towels, lots of fun to be had, and staying dry and clean was the hardest part of our stay :) Ken was a great host, very easy to communicate with and he even reached out to share activity suggestions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ken R.

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My wife and I have enjoyed many great camping and cottaging experiences over the years and would like to offer you the opportunity to enjoy our cozy cottage. Our cottage is truly a special place to unwind!
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