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Perched high in the trees, this traditional cottage offers a serene escape with spectacular views to enjoy on the deck. Perfect for families, it sleeps 6 adults comfortably and features a wood burning sauna, private lake access with 2 docks, and canoeing or kayaking opportunities. Minutes from Bancroft centre's amenities and restaurants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Spacious Bancroft Cottage- Private Lakefront / Sauna / In Town

  • ** Now with Starlink, great for remote work **

    Our traditional cottage is perched high in the trees for spectacular views to enjoy with your morning coffee on the deck and provides ample privacy from neighbors. The perfect family vacation spot with 3.5 bedrooms that sleeps 6 adults comfortably with additional bunk beds for the kids! Only minutes to Bancroft centre with all the amenities you need for groceries and supplies as well to enjoy the restaurants, brewery, cafes and boutique shops. Our no-motor boat lake makes for clean & safe swimming, kayaking or canoeing. The area around the dock is clear of weeds and about 6 ft at the end of the dock with a sandy soil bottom. Minutes to the nearest ATV/Snow mobile trails. Yoga & massage available at Grail Springs Spa across the lake.

    Property Amenities;
    -Wood burning Sauna
    -Private Lake access, 2 docks
    -2 Firepits
    -Canoe, 2 small kayaks
    -Smart TV
    -Desk with monitor
    -Board games & puzzles

    Nearby Attractions;
    -Silent Lake 20 mins
    -Eagles Nest 10 mins
    -Egan Chutes, 15 mins
    -Maynooth Antique shops, 30 mins
    -Algonquin, 50 mins
    - Warsaw Caves 1 hr

    NOTE:
    -We suggest you bring your own Beach Towels, since our laundry capacity is limited and we cannot supply large towels
    -Our beautiful view does come with many stairs down to the water and is not recommended for those with mobility issues
    - Water is not potable and we will supply your first jug of bottled water
    -Mature groups and families only

    HOUSE RULES:

    Long weekends require a minimum of 3 nights booked.
    Summer Rentals: Require minimum 7 day rental Sun-Sun.
    Winter Rentals: Be careful in snowy conditions as we have a steep hill on the laneway to access the cottage. Winter tires are required in snowy weather and 4 wheel drive is recommended depending on weather.

    House must be left in the same condition as found. All garbage must be taken with guests upon departure. Local dump is open FRI,SAT,SUN,MON. Please do a sweep through and make sure any messes are cleaned before leaving. Additional cleaning time required for messes left behind will be charged at a rate of $50/hour. $20 fee will be charged per garbage bag left behind.

    Local bon fire bylaws must be monitored and followed. No wood/plant debris on the property is allowed to be used for fires.

    Not suited to parties or noisy groups.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Must bring covers for where pet's lay. Must leash

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Always watch kids-Height and water body risks

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number No

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Bancroft Cottage- Private Lakefront / Sauna / In Town pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Bancroft Cottage- Private Lakefront / Sauna / In Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Bancroft Cottage- Private Lakefront / Sauna / In Town?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Bancroft Cottage- Private Lakefront / Sauna / In Town located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Village Playhouse, Old Tin Shed, and Bancroft Gem and Mineral Museum. Bancroft North Hastings Heritage Museum is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tom D.

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

Amazing lake and property

Had a very relaxing time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Lots of space and great fishing off dock.

Overall great experience. Lake is wonderful, quiet, and safe to canoe in. Good fishing off dock for sunfish and bass. Many mosquitoes, but expected for Ontario! Thank you, Ali!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Gorgeous View

Loved the lake had no motorized boats and view from all levels was gorgeous. Did not use the dock as I would have liked as it was quite a walk down from the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith N.

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

Quiet Lake, Bancroft

We really enjoyed our 2 week stay. The sauna was great and a smaller lake with no power boats made it so peaceful. Canoe and kayaks were used daily. Cottage was roomy and fully equipped. The series of steps to the water may be too much for some guests. The new dock could use a ladder for easier water access.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

A perfect weekend getaway

We stayed at Ali's beautiful cottage for a girl's getaway weekend. The cottage is lovely, a little rustic but definitely has everything you could need. The lake is stunning, we swam and barbecued and enjoyed a fire under the stars and would climb into the sauna (which does take a while to heat up - about an hour) and just had the most perfect weekend. The only thing item we noticed which we would have loved to have is a ladder for climbing back onto the dock after a swim in lake, but other than that, our stay was perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dwight S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cleaning charge should be 1/4 of actual.

Only major complaint - place needs a major cleaning. Under beds, couches and overalll should have a thorough vacuuming and scrubbed. Tried to vacuum but not very powerful. Mattresses could use an upgrade. The location was great. Canoe and lots of life jackets. Lots of out door chairs up top and shore line. Clean clear lake, great for swims.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time during our week at this lovely cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody L.

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

Great Escape

An amazing place to escape from the world without travelling too far. There is lots to do nearby and the set up of the cottage gives you good amount of privacy from neighbouring cottages. Host is readily accessible and very helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla C.

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

Amazing stay in Bancroft

Exceptional stay - our host provided excellent communication and was super responsive! The property was wonderful - very private, peaceful, clean lake and great swimming! Very clean and well equipped. Good wifi allowed for working remote. Everything you could ask for! We stayed for a month and made wonderful memories. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 31 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Great family getaway

This cottage had everything we needed, including lots of rooms and 2 bathrooms so we could all have our own space. Gorgeous lake, clean and very few weeds made for great swimming and paddle boarding. Super quiet area so if you’re looking for tranquility, this is a great option. Very short drive to shops and restaurants in Bancroft. Host was quick to respond and helpful. We would definitely book again. Our kids are 12 and 14 and we all agreed it was our best cottage trip yet! Thanks Ali!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Nice location, cottage overpriced

Overpriced for a rustic cottage. No dvd player as had been listed, spotty wifi and internet went out, waste disposal not available over holidays. Neighborhood had loose dogs that came on the property so had to be on the lookout for them. Evidence of mice. We were focused on having a nice family Christmas so we managed but this property is overpriced compared to others in the area. Agree with Dwight’s review.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Beautiful natural setting

We had a lovely time. The house was well-appointed and comfortable; the natural setting was gorgeous -- very restorative. Ali was extremely prompt with any questions and very helpful. The proximity to downtown Bancroft was quite convenient, yet we were in a very private and quiet setting. We loved the fact that no motorized vehicles are allowed on the water. We swam, canoed, and kayaked. The water was lovely. Very convenient to have firepits and picnic tables at two different levels (although we only ended up using one). We missed having a dishwasher, but it was not a big deal. We had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022