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Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond.

Waterfront cottage with kitchenette and patio

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Escape to a serene retreat at this private off-grid modern pine cottage, nestled in the Hastings highlands county north of Bancroft. Unwind by the stove fireplace, enjoy outdoor amenities like walking trails and a campfire, or take in the peaceful views from the screened-in porch facing the pond.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Water view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond.

This is a private off-grid modern pine cottage on a 12 acre pond with crown land surrounding. It is located in the Hastings highlands county north of Bancroft. No electricity except a solar panel for your phone and laptop to charge. Stove fireplace in living room, with dry wood added for renters but may require kindling brought in. Water is a pump from a well safe for washing. We supply a large water jug from the maynooth corner for drinking and cooking on the Coleman. Small propane tank provided, one per customer. It is a beautiful retreat and provides the necessities. A new kayak has been added for vrbo renters. Suitable for the self-sustaining, nature lover with outdoor amenities: campfire, cuisineart charcoal bbq, walking trails, and a beaver damn to visit from the pond. Screened-in porch facing the pond, and an outdoor picnic table complete the tranquility and peace of the cabin’s location. The canoe on the property is not available with the rental.

Property amenities

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

Do not leave the canoe or any boat in the pond left unattended. Boat or canoe need to be returned to position locked and turned over to prevent rain.
3 keys return at checkout to the lock box and gate chain locked!
Please close all the windows to the cabin and lock all the doors as possible. Only burn candles as needed in the appropriate size holders.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: With precaution as pond is open + big

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
ON, Maynooth

What's nearby

  • Hastings Highlands Town Hall - 8 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Hastings Highlands Public Library - 8 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Madawaska Art Shop - 8 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Lake St. Peter - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Bark Lake - 18 min drive - 27.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sun Run Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪porterville diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Algonquin Gourmet Butter Tarts - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M & M Food Market - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat cottage on your own private 12-acre pond. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Madawaska Art Shop, Hastings Highlands Public Library, and Hastings Highlands Town Hall. Lake St. Peter Provincial Park and Lake St. Peter are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RIZA SERHAT O.

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

A great retreat!

It was a wonderful offgrid experience, we all loved the place as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beaver Pond Cottage

A beautiful, quiet , peaceful spot. Perfect little getaway to disconnect. The pond was scenic and peaceful and had four beavers and two dens. The cottage was rustic and cozy and had everything you needed for an off the grid experience. The host was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
If your looking for tranquility this is the place. I suprised my wife for her birthday with a weekend away and some much needed down time. We canoed the pond and walked the trails. The beaver's occasionally swam by and we were visited by the blue jays and the gray jays. Bring your candles for those candle lit evenings, remember no hydro. The location was easy to find and everthing was as the pics show. If needed you can charge your phone with the solar powered charger and signal strength is good. It got a little chilly at night so popped a log in the wood stove and warmed the cottage nicely. We will definitely be returning to this natural oasis
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Serena L.

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

Beautiful views and very private!

Driveway was easy to find with instructions provided, long driveway (3 minutes to cottage) do not recommend low riding vehicles but our car managed. Very rustic with a pump for well water in the kitchen, all basic necessities were there(some potable water, dishes, pots/pans, cutlery, misc spices, etc.) Outhouse is tiny but ok for an outhouse I guess, indoor chamber pot a nice convenience at night! Bed looks fragile but it's not, it's wrought-iron lol bird watching was awesome, the quiet, wild blueberries, the sunsets!! 😍 Did see a mouse but only the once, screened in porch necessary because the mosquitoes were pretty bad at dusk. I would rent this place again, maybe in the fall too. A great escape!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023