Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
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Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
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Dining area
About this property
Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake
Relax with family and friends (pets included!) ➤ Private Waterfront and dock for swimming, fishing & boating ➤ Three private bedrooms sleep six comfortably. Plus a couch and cot available if needed! ➤ Fenced yard with dock, deck, patio, lawn (with fire pit) & gas BBQ. Lots of sunny and shady areas to relax. ➤ Free WiFi with 55" Roku TV and DVD player. Connect to your own services too! ➤ Free parking for up to 3 vehicles onsite. Space for a small boat trailer as well. ➤ Free use of 2 paddle boards, 2 kayaks and a canoe including life jackets and safety kits. Boat rentals nearby. ➤ Dishes, linens (including pillows and extra blankets) and bath towels provided. ➤ Large eat in kitchen and bright comfortable family room with lots of places to sit.
Come and enjoy fishing, boating and relaxing on beautiful Rice Lake! Our private 3 bedroom cottage is located right on the water, a short walk from Harwood and a short drive from either Cobourg or Peterborough.
The cottage sleeps six comfortably plus there is a couch and extra cot if needed. Friendly well behaved pets are welcome too. Inside, watch a movie on the included DVD player or plug in your own hardware devices, play cards and board games at the kitchen table or just sit by the large patio door and relax.
Outside, fire up the gas barbecue and dine on the main deck or head up to the raised deck above the boathouse where you'll find chairs for lounging and suntanning. Light a fire in the fire pit on the lawn and sit in the sun or under the shade tree during the day and gaze at the sunset and stars at night. On the water enjoy swimming and paddling around the shoreline in the complimentary paddle boards, canoe or kayaks.
There is also space to tie your own small boat or other watercraft at the dock and boat rentals are available nearby. Bring your fishing gear and cast right off the private dock or head over to the sandbar across the bay for a great fishing spot (don't forget your fishing license!).
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Smoking/vaping is permitted on the property but not in the cottage
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake on 7 June 2026 start from NZ$436, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ostrander's 3 Bedroom Cottage on Rice Lake located?
This family-friendly Hamilton Township cottage is located on the waterfront, 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Rice Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Northumberland County Forest and Alderville Black Oak Savanna. Roseneath Agricultural Fairgrounds and Roseneath Fairgrounds are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a beautiful spot and we enjoyed our stay very much, I just wish the water pressure in the shower was better.
Jessie D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2025
Hi, we wish you had let us know there was an issue with the shower as it is normally good and we have had no other complaints. The hard water in the area does clog it over time and we easily address the issue regularly. This issue could have easily been fixed if you had simply texted us.
We had a lovely stay! The house was very comfortable and we loved being on the water! Our dog had a blast! Highly recommend.
Shelby S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Xinyan
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It’s definitely wonderful experience staying in this beautiful cottage with perfect lake view, various watercraft, BBQ, etc. we enjoyed our stay and had so much fun. Host is super nice and makes sure we have everything in need.
This cottage was the perfect place for a summer vacation. Everyone had a wonderful time and the lake was absolutely amazing to swim in! It’s the perfect place to watch the sunset and sunrise. Thank you to Caron for making the cottage very welcoming and having easy communication! We’ll be definitely staying again!
Loved our stay at this cottage! The dock for our boat was perfect, we got out fishing everyday. Clean and a great size for the 2 of us plus our dog. Outdoor space had great activities. Communication was good as well. Perfect on the lake location, couldn’t beat the view.
We had a short but pleasant stay at Rice Lake. The hosts communicated with us well throughout our stay and we thoroughly enjoyed all the amenities - paddle boards, kayaks and pedalboat. Our only regret was that we could not stay longer. Hoping to be back again soon!
Lovely cottage. Very clean, comfortable, fun rooftop deck over the boathouse, great to sit on the back deck and enjoy meals and sunsets overlooking the lake, lots of watercraft to enjoy. Really appreciated that the hosts provided absolutely everything (linens, towels, soap, drinking water, basic cooking needs, and not just a single roll of toilet paper!). Caron provided excellent and timely communication. Definitely recommend a stay at this great cottage!
Vicky A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Deborah B.
7 November 2025
Deborah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Caron Quinn
We are new on VRBO but have been on other rental sites for many years.
Why they chose this property
Harwood is small and quiet which makes it a great summer spot. The cottage is also close enough to larger places like Cobourg and Peterborough that there are lots of things to do within a short drive.
What makes this property unique
Our traditional 3 bedroom family cottage is on the south shore of Rice Lake near Harwood and the old train bridge that used to cross the lake many years ago. That spot is now home to some of the best fishing on the lake and you can easily paddle there from our private dock.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests