Deze plaats was boven mijn verwachtingen. We verbleven voor de kerst vakantie. Gastheer was zeer informatief en deed best om onze behoefte tegemoet te komen voor drie familieleden om warm te blijven. Ze lieten kerstcadeau voor mijn kinderen, die erg aardig was. De plaats was gezellig, zeer schoon en mooi ingericht. Het was een van onze beste plek om te verblijven en we zullen terugkomen in de zomer. Hartelijk dank Maria en Johannes!

Ons verblijf in Maria en Johns plaats was absoluut vijf sterren, top notch, zeer sterk aanbevolen, we willen dat we langer zouden zijn gebleven, geweldig! Mijn verloofde, onze vriend en ik waren in het gebied voor het weekend aan de Canadese winter activiteiten te genieten - hondenslee en sneeuwschoenen. We kwamen aan in een warm, prachtig huis met warme chocolade op ons te wachten in de keuken. Het huis is net zo beschreven - ruim, zeer schoon en netjes, gastvrij en gezellig. Mary was een geweldige gastheer, verbazingwekkende communicator en een prachtige persoon om mee te praten. Ze gaf goede aanbevelingen, kent het gebied goed en deden hun uiterste best om ervoor te zorgen dat we waren comfortabel en genoten van ons verblijf. Alle kleine extra's waren zeer opgemerkt en gewaardeerd. Wat een vondst! We zouden zeker 40 Winks aan iedereen!

Mary en de Johns huis was de beste lucht b & b waar ik ooit in heb verbleven! Dat huis is super gezellig en de aandacht voor detail is verbazingwekkend. Alles is vlekkeloos en we zouden deze plek aanbevelen!

We waren op zoek naar een jongens weekendje weg om te doen wat het verkennen in het Algonquin gebied. Mary en John waren meer dan behulpzaam bij het helpen ons plan onze reis, met veel suggesties over wat voor soort activiteiten die wij kunnen deelnemen aan. Ons verblijf kon niet meer comfortabel.

Mary was echt de gastvrouw met de mostess. We werden verwelkomd in 40 Winks door Mary en ze was warm en gastvrij. Toen we aankwamen in het huis was er een grote boodschap die mijn partner een gelukkige 30ste verjaardag. Het was een mooi gebaar. Mary gaf ons het gevoel dat we deel uitmaakten van een gemeenschap, wat suggereert dat we naar het Legioen ontbijt naar beneden Loop Road. Wat we gedaan hebben, die was heerlijk. (Het ontbijt is elke 2e zondag van de maand.) Er is geen detail van het huis dat Maria in een bindmiddel in de woonkamer niet uit heeft verlaten. Ik stel voor dat je haar Chai Hot Chocolate recept.

We hadden een geweldig verblijf! John en Mary zijn geweldige gastheren. Het huis had alles wat je nodig zou kunnen hebben. Mooie landschappen en veel te doen. Geweldige locatie. Zorg ervoor dat het restaurant te proberen gewoon op de weg. Nogmaals bedankt Maria en Johannes!

Het huis was precies zoals beschreven en getoond in de foto's. Zeer zorgvuldige gedachte was duidelijk overal met al heeft meer dan voldaan. Leden van onze groep echt genoten van de sneeuw schoen paden, georganiseerd door Maria en Johannes. We winkelden lokaal voor boodschappen en vonden de keuken zeer goed worden uitgerust.

Our stay at Mary and John's place in Wilberforce was very pleasant. Everything we needed could be found in the house. we met Mary and John at their store and they were very welcoming! There was a grocery store and a restaurant just around the corner. We would very much consider coming back if we were headed for the Algonquin park area sometime in the future. I strongly recommend this airbnb!

Cozy and tidy cabin, perfect for a couple trying to get out of the city. Fully equipped kitchen was excellent for cooking meals. Lorne was a great host, very friendly and helpful with checking in and out. Will definitely be back for another visit.

Lorne is a fantastic host. The cottage was exactly as the description, clean, cozy and inviting. The lake was beautiful and clear, and Wilberforce is a charming community. Highly recommended!

I was met by Vanessa who was welcoming and happy to see me. She directed me to my cottage and Lorne met me before I had finished parking. He helped carry some things into the cottage for me which really made me feel welcome. Both Vanessa and Lorne were available for any question during my stay. I had few questions as their listing included all I needed to know. I bought a wheelbarrow full of wood, kindling and paper for $10 which is a deal. They welcomed my little dog, Lilly and took an authentic interest in her. They were very relaxed and easy going but professional. I liked this couple.

I had a great time here. Lorne & Vanessa both wanted my stay to be great, & we're so friendly & inviting! The cabin was comfortable, especially the bed. It was so pretty sitting outside & staring up at the stars. The view of the lake was also beautiful.

We absolutely loved our stay at the Orange Cottage! It was everything we dreamed of and more. The lake is so beautiful and gorgeous to swim in. We enjoyed our coffee on the deck each morning and watched the sun rise. The cottage itself has everything you could need - Lorne has thought of every little detail. It's comfortable and cute! The surrounding area is amazing and the proximity to the nearest town and Algonquin Park makes this a great place to stay if you enjoy hiking and exploring - although you could easily just stay at the cottage and enjoy the lake all day! We will definitely be back!

We had a fantastic time at the Orange Waterfront Cottage. Lorne welcomed us with an informative tour and throughout the weekend, went above and beyond to ensure that we had everything we needed for our stay. The cabin itself is quite cozy and perfect for a couple. Dark Lake is lovely which we were lucky to take advantage of with some awesome weather. If you forget a few items on your trip, not to worry. Wilberforce is a quick walk away from Park Cottages where you can pick up any necessities. I would recommend this listing to any couple looking for a summer weekend away from the city.

The 'Orange Cabin' was charming, quaint and sparkling clean! We were kindly welcomed by Vanessa and Lorne and given a tour and instructions for our stay. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and hope to stay again next year!

Welcoming hosts, very accommodating. Perfect location for a quiet retreat, or vacation with kids. We visited with two boys 5 and 8 and they had a bast. Lake is just steps away, warm and clean, pleasant to swim. Local store is within walking distance or a bike ride.

Wir waren von der Hütte !! Ein sehr schönes, ruhiges Wochenende. So schön, könnten wir das Boot auf dem schönen See. Das Haus ist groß, großer Garten, eine voll ausgestattete Küche, Grillplatz. Sehr freundliche Gastgeber (obwohl wir nicht sie persönlich zu treffen). Nur winzige Fehler waren die kurzen Betten (unsere gesamte Gruppe über 1,8 m ist und diagonal schlafen musste).

We had a lovely stay at Rafal and Sylvia's cottage. The cottage had everything we needed, and the row boat was an added bonus. The neighbours checked in on us periodically to ensure we were comfortable. The cottage would benefit from a manual or set of instructions for things like the smoker. Our only concern was that the shower water was lukewarm and not hot. They were very easy to communicate with and quite responsive.

Die Hütte war großartig! Es war eine tolle erste Hütte Erfahrung für unsere Familie. Es war sehr sauber und hatte alles, was wir brauchten. Die Nachbarn verkaufen Brennholz und bieten eine Bootsfahrt für eine kleine Gebühr. Die Kinder waren begeistert mit dem Fischerboot Fischerei in der Lage, die paddleboat und mein Freund ging zu verwenden. Es gibt einen Supermarkt, eine Bank und LCBO nur 5 Minuten die Straße hinunter. Sylvia und Rafal waren auch sehr nett und reagierte schnell auf alle Fragen. Alles in allem eine wunderbare Erfahrung!

Sylvia & Rafal's (S&R) cottage was a superb experience for our young family with two kids (6 & 2) . We stayed 7 nights immediately after 5 nights at Bonnechere provincial park. Property manager greeted us on arrival day and was on-hand if we had any questions via mobile. Cottage is on a large property so great for outdoor kids play (bring your own activities eg., soccer ball), lounging/reading in a hammock (we brought 2), enjoying BBQ grilling, swing-sofa, and roasting marshmallows/smores over the fire pit in the evening. We stayed the last week in Aug so cooler which meant fewer mosquitos/flies and also neighbours (we enjoyed privacy). The cottage itself is an open concept bungalow with 4 bedrooms and a shared bathroom w/ shower. 1 of the rooms has its own washroom. Fully equipped kitchen and living area. Water is not hot but suitable for showers (could prob boil kettle water to heat for kids bath if necessary). Wifi and netflix worked great. We brought our own portable speakers to play internet radio. There's a wood burning fireplace inside with chimney/flu to use on chilly nights that warms the entire cottage. Firewood can be purchased from nearby camp/trailer park by the trailer load (great for burning, very dry, hard wood with lots of heat; 1/2 load $20). The waterfront area is a very short walk (3mins) to the lake, down steps to 50 feet of private waterfront with dock, great for swimming and water play for kids (life jackets available for use but we brought our own PDFs for kids). We went fishing almost every morning in a small simple aluminum boat with two oars, explored the lake. Lots of perch, sunfish, small mouth and rock bass near 2-3 fishing spots. Caught a 2 lb small mouth, pan fried clean fillet (no black spots) in 'fish crisp', delicious! Worms can be purchased in Wilberforce town (general store, Agnews, sells 18 jumbo worms for $4.75). There's also a peddle boat for short rides and 2 canoes for paddling. We all thoroughly enjoyed our time; would like to stay again and can recommend for those looking for a relaxing family holiday 2.5 hours drive from GTA and near Wilberforce (5mins, Foodland, LCBO, bank), Haliburton (20mins, great park, head lake, restaurants, laundry mat, services and activities like wolf center canopy walk and astronomy) and Bancroft (30mins). Thanks S&R for excellent local tips, prompt and genuine communications and for being so accommodating and allowing us to enjoy your piece Haliburton Highlands paradise - hope to see you next year! Best Craig, Ryoko, Caden and Kateyn

It's a great house for relaxation and enjoyment and family get together. Unimaginable house decoration

Great cottage in a great location! The place was very well equipped (in all aspects e.g. kitchen, bedding, living areas) and clean. I especially liked the spacious dining table, bbq porch, and cottage-side fire pit. The decors added a very homely and cozy feel to the place. Kate & Darcy were excellent hosts to coordinate with. They promptly contacted us upon booking and were very responsive and comprehensive throughout all communications until our check-out. They gave us a "welcome kit" with all information needed for getting in, staying, and leaving, in addition to a few very helpful guides on the neighborhood. Cottage is in a very great location. Next to a quiet lake but not too far from the road. Drive into the cottage from the main road may be a little dark at night but nothing beyond what a car or flashlight can fix. Wilberforce neighborhood is only a 5-10 minute drive away with Foodland, LCBO, and gas. Certainly recommend and will come back if the chance arises.

This was a very cute, clean and quiet place !! :) We enjoyed it very much, and Kate and Darcy made the whole process very easy!!

Great place, very comfortable!

I must say this was my first air BNB and everything was perfect. Kate and Darcy are very kind poeple and the cottage was in clean and beautiful condition. Ample firewood was provided and toiletries was great. Beds were super comfy too. However the neighbors are ridiculous. We had a mini Bose speaker playing inside the house and the nieghbors called cops because of extremely loud noise complaints. They even bothered Darcy after they called the cops. If you like to listen to music after 11 pm and be outside to laugh and giggle then DO NOT rent here. The neighbors ruined my trip because of there ignorant calls and lies they told Kate Darcy and the OPP. This is really depressing because Kate and Darcy are amazing hosts and the have such an amazing cottage. It's sad Because the neighbors just ruin it for them.

Lovey place. Quiet, clean and cozy. Well equipped, many outdoor things to do. Had a wonderful time and will go back for sure.

Kate and Darcy are great hosts, they were really easy to communicate with and have a super helpful "welcome kit". The cottage is adorable and we really enjoyed our stay. Even in the winter this cottage makes an awesome little retreat with beautiful views. They have plenty of entertainment if you get stuck indoors on a rainy day.

beautiful. the view is worth the trip.

A truly perfect Canadian cottage experience. The host is great, the lake is beautiful and the cottage is big and comfortable. Nothing negative to say at all. Our entire group was in love with this place.

This cottage was amazing! It was everything we expected and more! David was as great a host as could be! We were a group of 10, and space and comfort was never as issue! I highly recommend this cottage, and can't wait to return! Thanks again David!!

We had a wonderful family stay here for a Christmas getaway. The place was wonderful! Warm, rustic & charming with tons of space for a group of 8 adults & 5 children. Beautiful high ceilings, a decorated Christmas tree & a wood burning fireplace topped it off!

David was a great host! My family arrived before I did since I was travelling with a little child and was met by a member of David's family. She showed my family around, recommended things to do and parking tips since my family all drives small sedans. We visited in March and the roads were a little icy and muddy to drive on with a couple of large hills you have to drive up and over before getting to his house. We all managed the hills and ice in our sedans, but there was a few spots we had to push. The cars with winter tires fared a lot better than the one with all seasons. The house is beautiful with lots of fireplaces and David had all the equipment needed (an axe mostly) for making kindling. The furnace kept the main area very warm, and some fires kept the entire house very cozy. The house has great sound proofing, I travelled with 2 little children that slept early but if you closed the doors to your rooms or the basement, you could barely hear anything. There's a wide variety of boardgames in the house, we brought some of our own but had a blast playing Catch Phrase.

The place was beautiful!

Tory Hill was a great experience for my friends and I, the cottage was on a small lake and we were lucky enough to be what looked like the only ones up or at least on the lake. The cottage itself was exactly how the pictures portray if a little bigger than I expected. The owner was very gracious is allowing my 7 person reservation to be extended to 9 and responded to all my questions in a timely fashion. We had enough room at the dock for our boat and canoe for our water activities. I would love to stay here next year and would recommend it to any family or friend vacation.

We were very happy with our stay at the cottage. We were there in late October/September. The cottage was large and allowed us all to spread out and enjoy ourselves. There was lots to keep ourselves busy; we had a bonfire, took out the canoes, played some horseshoes, and walked along the trails that surrounded the area. The cottage was even more beautiful than the pictures on the site. Definitely recommend this place. We are already planning on coming back next year.

A truly unique cottage experience on a small lake with few boaters. The cottage is very comfortable and well designed. So many large windows with forest and lake views, yet almost total privacy. A great place to retreat and nourish one's soul. Keywords: nature, beauty, peace, seclusion. A great space for families or couples.

Had a great weekend in a gorgeous cottage! Despite the weather there were plenty of things to do with games and hot tub. The cottage is equipped with more than the essentials and Sally and the property managers did an excellent job of ensuring we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay! Hope to stay again during the summer months so we can enjoy more of the outdoors! Thanks again!

When you walk into this cottage you are blown away by the quality and beauty of the natural log cabin. Large living spaces in the basement and main living room make your stay very comfortable and enjoyable. The views across Esson Lake are just beautiful. A short drive to the village of Haliburton or Wilberforce provides options for dining and shopping. The kitchen was fully stocked with utensils, pots & pans etc ... which made for great dinners at the large dining table in the great room. You won't be disappointed with this rental at all!

We had a great stay with family and friends. There was lots of room for 4 couples and small children. It is a place that feels secluded but all you need is just a short drive away.

Ons weekend bij George's huisje was helemaal geweldig. George onmiddellijk beantwoord mijn boodschappen en werkte door technische problemen snel en efficiënt en het was altijd een telefoontje verwijderd! Nadat we geboekt hadden, George geleverd alles - richtingen, informatie over het openen van het huisje, informatie over de steden en vuilnisbelten in de buurt, en ook informatie over de lokale hotspots en lekkere restaurants, ook !! George was een spectaculaire gastheer, altijd een snelle oproep afstand en was vriendelijk en gastvrij. George's huisje is prachtig - het recht in het hart van de cottage land is, en de buitenkant is voorzien van een prachtig meer dok, prachtige beken die door het pand, en een vuurkorf samen met al het meer speelgoed. Het huisje zelf is ruim en licht, met een grote keuken en woonkamer en drie zeer schoon en netjes slaapkamers. De badkamer is ook erg schoon, met een toilet en een bad / douche en voldoende warm water! Ik zou deze cottage aanbevelen aan iedereen die op zoek is naar een rustige, comfortabele, ontspannen uitje met vrienden, familie of allebei !! Vooruitblikkend naar meer bezoeken te komen :)

Ikzelf, mijn partner, en een groep vrienden boekten dit huisje en had niet verwacht dat het aan onze verwachtingen zo hoog overtreffen. Sorry George, maar uw foto's doen niet de plaats justitie helemaal. Het was echt een perfect verblijf. Het huisje zelf is zeer schoon en goed onderhouden, en heeft een uitstekende lay-out voor een gezin of een klein feestje. De keuken en woonkamer zijn groot en de dubbele bedden in elk van de drie slaapkamers zijn zeer comfortabel. De-barbecue uitgerust terras kijkt uit op het gazon en vuurkorf, en wraps rond de zijkant van het huis om een grote afgeschermde-in gebied voor regenachtige dagen. Het dok en het meer waren uitstekend, en een roeiboot, kajak en kano worden geleverd. Communicatie met George kon niet beter zijn geweest. Hij beantwoordde alle vragen en is zeer goed gehumeurd. Hij heeft zelfs geroepen om ervoor te zorgen dat we incheckten in orde. Het huisje is gemakkelijk te vinden en is zeer gunstig gelegen naast een klein stadje met alle benodigdheden - een goed diner, slijterij, boodschappen, en general store. Er is geen behoefte aan een verder kijken als je een geweldige manier om een paar dagen door te brengen in het noorden te zoeken!

We had an amazing time at the cottage! George was a great host, giving excellent detailed instructions and answered all of my questions. The lake was great for swimming and boating and my two young children had an amazing time chasing frogs in the creek! The lake was amazingly clear and pristine, one evening sitting on the dock we say 3 loons and a deer as someone canoed by, what could be more Canadian than that?! We would really like to come back!

We just got back from a great week at George and Dora's cottage. It was very clean and well equipped for our stay. I agree with other users in that the pictures DO NOT do this place justice. The lake was very clear with no weeds and shallow for a good distance which made it great for my small children to swim. George and Dora were very warm and friendly to deal with and prompt to reply with more than enough information. Thanks for a great time away with my family!

This cottage was remarkable! Like the other comments, the photos do not do it justice. When I had a question George would reply pretty much right away and was great to talk to. The location is perfec! Very private and the water is crystal clear and great for swimming.

My husband and I booked 5 nights for an autumn getaway, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice. George was very quick to reach out and respond to all of our questions, and he and Dora have gone out of their way to make it as simple as possible to ease into cottage life. The cottage itself is cozy, tidy, well-equipped, and private, and there are little touches of convenience and decor that make it all the more inviting. The property is also fantastic--the water was low when we stayed, which exposed a nice, sandy beach perfect for launching the kayaks and playing with our dog. The deck is also a great place for stargazing and watching the sunset. The lake has very few cottages on it as well which makes for a nice quiet getaway from the bustle of the city! Great stay overall!

This is a great place to spend time. We had two families with 4 young kids, and the property was perfect for them. The balcony overlooks the entire backyard, so we could always keep an eye on the kids. There is a tiny stream that runs through the property, which has frogs for the kids to look at, and some rocky areas for the kids to climb. We had perfect weather for the week, which made it pleasant. The Town is only a 5min drive, so it's easy to restock.

This was an awesome home for our family's week at the lake. The home was private, clean, comfortable and spacious and the manual provided easy and complete instructions for checking in and out. George gave us foolproof directions and called before and on our arrival to make sure everything was OK. It was. The house has dining options inside, on the deck, in a screened porch, by the firepit and on the dock. There is a small shallow creek that delighted the kids. The sandy beach was perfect for swimming and the boats were easy to access for seeing the lake. We climbed the hiking trail and saw more amazing views. At night we heard wolves in the distance and saw a sky filled with stars. It was a wilderness experience with comfortable beds and modern plumbing. The locals in the nearby town were friendly and helped with everything else we wanted to know about the area. And yes, the sunsets were awesome. Thanks George and Dora! Hope to visit again.

Awesome place! My guests and I were amazed by how beautiful and picturesque this cottage was! We stayed at Troy's place for a weekend and would highly recommend! We got into many awesome winter activities while up North. Cross country skiing on the lake and dog sledding at Winter Dance dog sled tours in Haliburton to name a few! With the ability to come back to the cozy cottage and slip into the hot tub, it was perfect! Will be staying with Troy and Vanessa again! PS. The road is part of a snowmobile trail and thus you get some snowmobile traffic during the day. We thought it was awesome! But if you're not into that, it could potentially be noisy at times.

Des hôtes qui ont fourni une bonne communication. Le chalet se sentait très confortable et était comme à la maison d'ici la fin du week-end. Je recommande de réserver ce gîte.

Very beautiful property, with easy access to local amenities. Neighbours were very friendly as well. The cottage was very clean and the key was easily accessible via lock-box. My only qualm is that I was only notified after booking that the furnace was not working. Although the cottage is fully insulated and a small space heater was provided, it was less than ideal to have to continually move the space heater from room to room in order to keep sufficiently warm. All things considered, I hope to rent this property again and highly recommend it to other AirBnB users. It is a great value and a fantastic property! Thanks Troy.

We had a great time staying here. The hot tub was amazing. Vanessa quickly responded to all my questions and concerns. Being close to the supermarket and LCBO is a bonus.

Nous avons passé les Merci Giving long week-end. Dès que nous sommes arrivés, nous savions que ça allait être un grand week-end. Le chalet est confortable et intime. La vue sur les arbres changent de couleur sur le lac était parfait. Je le recommande vraiment.

Troy's cottage was a great place to stay! Here are some of the positives. The view/water is amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed our time down by the water and being able to swim off the dock. The cottage itself is as described. The beds were comfy and all essentials were available to us (lines, towels, cutlery, BBQ utensils, etc). It is going through some renovations at the moment but nothing impeded our ability to use the cottage and/or enjoy our stay! Troy was available to answer all of or questions and was always available if needed. Some of the negatives were that the cottage was a bit dirty upon arrival (hair in the bathtub, old sheets laying on the couch, etc) but overall was cleaned and ready to go. The hottub unfortunately was also not working. We called Troy right away to let him know and he was apologetic and was hopeful to have it fixed ASAP. We would definitely recommended staying here if you are looking for a place to stay in the Haliburton area!

Overall positives: great location, quiet/comfortable lake and dock area, close to town, nice neighbours, beautiful wrap around deck, working BBQ, great fire pit, and nice cottage-like atmosphere. Some big negatives though: We arrived not to find the place ready. There were really no basic amenities such as toilet paper, hand soap, dish washing soap, dish towels. There was a bad smell coming in through the kitchen window that was of the septic tank. While there were some beautiful big windows in the cottage, there were no screen doors installed and without AC, the cottage got extremely hot and unless you wanted bugs, you couldn't open the windows/doors at night. Made for sketchy sleeping. Also looks like still under major renovation and there were two single beds advertised but only two beds in the place and one room that literally had a bed and nothing else.

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Decent Häuschen, gut schwimmen. Kleiner See

My family and I had a wonderful time at Kiki's cottage. It sits on Cardiff Lake where you have your own small beach, dock, canoe and boat for use, outdoor fire pit, BBQ, fully equipped kitchen, and lots of beds. The area is rural, quiet and clean with frogs, loons, turtles and bass in the lake. The summer nights can be chilly however there is a fireplace and portable electrical heater available. Bedding and linen is not included so make sure you bring warm blankets and long sleeves for the evening. Kiki was a welcoming and amazing host. Thank you for having us!

We had a great experience at the cottage! This was my second time renting with Kiki, but first time at this location. Kiki was most hospitable to our group (bachelorette party). We had some small issues due to the weather but Kiki came by to check on us and even extended our stay so that we could enjoy the love weather the next day.

We spent four nights at Kiki's cottage on the quiet shore of Cardiff Lake. The setting is picturesque and peaceful and the cottage has everything you need for your stay, exactly as described. The nearby town has a grocery and general store, so anything you need is at hand. Kiki was always quick to respond to any message. We spent our time sitting on the dock, fishing the lake, walking the trail, barbecuing dinner and sitting by the camp fire. Highly recommended.

What an incredible and peaceful experience!! Waking up to a stunning view of the lake, hearing loons throughout the day and see deer gallop through the woods. Kiki is the definition of a perfect Airbnb host. We were caught in traffic driving up on a Friday afternoon and missed the grocery store. As soon as Kiki heard that we had no food, she graciously offered us food to get us until the next day and even offered to start a fire in the fire place. The cottage had everything we needed, including a canoe, fishing rods and worms in the fridge. Depending on when you go in the year make sure to bring a warmer blanket or start a fire earlier in the fire place so its nice and warm for bed time. Our dogs loved jumping in the lake of the dock and had plenty of space to run around. Upon check out Kiki let my group stay later by the lake as the cottage was being cleaned so we never felt rushed to leave. Great experience, would definitely recommend renting from Kiki.

Great cottage that is clean and has a wonderful view - town is super close with everything we needed. Communication with Kiki was always fast and helpful. Highly recommend.

Kiki's cottage was in a really beautiful setting. The water was absolutely perfect the entire time we were there. We enjoyed canoeing and swimming, and building a fire at night.

We had a great time at the cottage. The adults loved it, the kids loved it, the dogs loved it! Kiki was great, very helpful, and the cottage had everything we needed. We were a little worried with a full house it might be a little cramped  - but it worked perfectly.  The lake is beautiful, and apart from the immediate neighbours, feels very private. We had some great nights around the fire pit and some great days on the dock and out in the boat. We'd absolutely go back! 

We felt very welcoming, neighbours were friendly!

Communication was fast and easy with the host. The property is beautiful and the view is stunning. Amazing roads to walk down and enjoy the scenery. Our only draw back was the size Glenn mattress in the loft. If we stayed again we would just bring an air mattress with us as everything else was great!

We enjoyed our two-night stay at Dave's cabin. The cabin is new with a BBQ, fridge,toaster and two heaters which will keep you very warm. There's a pull-out couch for two downstairs and a mattress in the attic. There's room for another mattress either in the attic or downstairs. I loved the view from the balcony; a dreamy lake with fog rising from it. There's a fire pit and bench near the cabin, where you can read by the fire or just relax. Dave himself is very helpful and easy to communicate with. We'll go back to Dave's cabin at first chance!

Once arrived it was an easy transition from the busy city life to a Haliburton sunset. Stars at night are awesome, loons provide a great soundtrack. Nice experience for anyone.

We visited during the off season and enjoyed the quiet of the cottage and a beautiful view of the lake. However, guests should note that the cottage lacks basic amenities and guests should bring everything they require for their stay - including means to cook food, and bedding. Guests need to be aware that there are no appliances to cook food with (only an outdoor fire pit and a 4-slice toaster), no sink or access to hot water (just an outdoor garden hose), no kettle to boil water, utensils, or bedding (tiny mattress on the floor and a couch, no linens). Had we known this, we would have brought our full camping gear. The cottage and outhouse were both clean and orderly, but we felt it would be small for 4 people as listed. There was cell phone reception for communicating with the host, and the host was very quick to reply to messages, which we appreciated.

Upon our arrival at Dave's cottage we had certain expectations. Our expectations were not anything spectacular, kind of "what you see is what you get". But we were wrong. It exceeded our expectations! This little house in the middle of the woods it something extraordinary. It is very comfortable and cozy. Even the cedar smell of this little wooden crevasse made it that much more delightful. It was almost like camping but you're warm and have all the amenities you would need. If you enjoy the camping experience without the actual pitching of the tent this is definitely for you. In front of this little house is a fire pit perfect for cooking. You have your own personal dock and even an out house. There is also running water through a hose just outside the cottage. There is a little sitting area in front as well for card games and dinner. Dave's cottage is steps away where there is a canoe for your own use. Dave was a fantastic host! We forgot to bring coffee and Dave did not hesitate to bring us a thermos filled with it from his own home every morning that we were there. It was nice to know that if you have any questions you have someone right beside you with all the answers. Needless to say the cottage was still very secluded and you are basically off doing your own thing the entire time. I think that the photos do not do it justice. The cottage is small but very comfortable. There was only two of us this time around, but we will definitely be returning with some friends. The cottage is a bungalow style with a bed on the main floor, and a small ladder leading up to its open attic with a second bed. Overall, fantastic experience, and we cannot wait to return again for the Fall to see the leaves change! P.S - DO NOT TAKE OLD CHEDDAR ROAD TO GET THERE!

We loved staying at your cabin. It had all the needs for a semi camping style weekend! :) Exactly what we were looking for. Beautiful lake and loved watching the stars sitting on the pier and listening to wolf howls. Our dog BETTY loved running around and enjoyed the water. Thank you Dave for renting us a piece of your magical property. We will definitely visit again. From Shon, Anusha, Julie, Rependra and Betty

Really nice spot on a quiet lake. Much like camping, remember to bring your camping gear!

Dave was great! Location was lovely. Cabin was nice and clean and provided everything that we needed. The lake temperature was perfect! Be sure to pack for camping; it's a very simple set up.

The cottage was amazing, exactly what we had hoped for, specially the living room has an excellent view of the lake which is really a bonus for us. Everything was as described, in working order and clean. no any regrets at all about staying at this cottage. Diane was very accommodating and responds quickly in every question we have. looking forward to stay here again in the near future!

Diane is super accommodating and a fantastic host. From being in the U.K. And still calling to check how things are and sorting out any of our issues. We absolutely loved the cottage it was an amazing trip.

We loved our stay in Dianne's cottage. If someone wishes to experience Canadian cottage country, this is place to stay. We visited in winter time, 6 adults and 2 teenage boys. WE COULD NOT DECIDED WHAT TO DO FIRST - stay in, in nice worm house (fireplace going) and enjoy view from beautiful window overlooking trees and lake, or strip down to swimsuits and hop over to the hot tub, or go snowshoeing on frozen lake, or check if fisherman stationed in the fishing huts had some luck, or drive to Halliburton Forest - Wolf Centre, or visit near by Halliburton village... Village is only 20 minutes away, well equipped with anything you need, from large chain food stores to pharmacy, pub, family diner, outdoor outfitting store, etc., definitly fun to walk around. Cottage is fantastic, large, worm, kitchen well equipped and most important clean and well maintained. Instructions on how to and were to are extensive. We where in touch with owner by email before and during our stay. Dianne made sure that we feel welcome. Definitely WE WILL GO BACK!

The Stewart cottage is as advertised. It is well equipped with all one needs in the kitchen and throughout the cottage. The location is wonderful. A perfect place for 2 families to rent as the adults had the main floor and the teens and 20plus enjoyed the lower level. We appreciated that toboggans were at the property and we all enjoyed sledding down the surrounding hills. Truly a winter wonderland! We also went dogsledding at the nearby Halliburton Forrest Trails. This was an amazing experience enjoyed by all our group. We will not forget how we rang in 2017! Enjoying endless games that began at 9am, warming up in the hot tub, walking along Trappers Trail, laughing, and eating some amazing meals. Thank-You Stewart family for sharing your little piece of heaven.

The pictures do not do this cottage justice! It is an absolutely beautiful cottage, great amenities, lovely views and appreciated the little things like complimentary soap, a hair dryer for use and Netflix :) Oh, and so private!

Dianne's cottage is GORGEOUS! It actually looks better in person than in the photos. It has everything we are looking for for a weekend cottage getaway. The cottage was bright, warm and welcoming. The living room is definitely my favourite, with huge windows looking outside to the nature and the lake, like a real life painting. We saw the first snowfall with autumn leaves and it was the prettiest thing! We had a group of 11 people. The couch was huge that it can sit everyone comfortably, while we enjoy the warmth of the furnace. There is no picture of kitchen here, but the kitchen is also beautiful and well-stacked with everything we needed. There is another family room downstairs that is perfect for games! It's such a shame that we had only a very short stay here, and the weather was getting very cold, we didn't have a chance to use the firepit and BBQ deck outside, but they were very nice. Dianne was very communicative and helpful. I would definitely visit again in the future!

Our group of 4 couples with toddlers/infants had an amazing winter weekend at Dianne's cottage. The cottage had a great open concept set up for our large group with lots of space in the kitchen, Dining and living area. And the view over the lake is beautiful! We enjoyed tobogganing, cross country skiing and catching up around a fire in the living room. Dianne made everything very easy and was very quick to respond to emails. She was very happy to accommodate a couple special requests. Her property manager Cindy was also very responsive. We hope to be back to visit again!

This place is great tobgo visit. Loved the time spent, everything is well maintained and ready to use.

We had a great stay here. It is a beautiful space and remarkably private. The fire pit is beautiful, and we spent both nights star gazing. The paddleboat and canoe are a really great addition. The kitchen was spacious and good for cooking group meals & the screened in deck was perfect for naps. The cottage is easy to find and easy to access and communication in the lead up was easy and timely. Would definitely recommend to other large groups!

We do a cottage stay every year and this is one of the better cottages we have lived at. The highlight ofcourse is the wonderful lookout deck, the private backyard and water deck. Carlos and his team are very responsive and professional in dealing. They were also quite flexible to our needs and we were delighted. We will surely come back.

I'm so glad I have chosen Carlos's cottage for my group of 11 people. There were definitely more than enough beds to fit us comfortably. Many utensils and cookware. The lake was calm and plenty of fishes in the lake. The information provided regarding the cottage was detailed and thorough. Will definitely want to go back!

The property was a great weekend getaway for my family and wonderfully maintained. The canoe and paddleboat were excellent additions. Carlos and his assistant Pooja was helpful in making our stay smooth and happily answered questions before our trip. Please do contact Carlos in advance to better understand all extra details to renting this property as these were not posted on the Airbnb page (e.g. bring linens, lifejackets, etc).

Carlos's cottage was absolutely beautiful. It was the perfect destination for the whole family and for what was a perfect weekend. The space was a spacious, and when we got there it was spotless. Everything we would've ever needed was there, plates, utensils, pots, panini press, BBQ. The outside area of the cottage was awesome, the dock was big enough to fit all of us on it and was at the perfect location to spend the whole day on, there were canoes and kayaks which gave us the chance to go out deep in the water. The only suggestion I would make would be to attempt to make all the groceries at once because it tends to be a little bit of an inconvenient drive all the way to town (even though it's not THAT far, about 20 minutes). The rooms were large, the beds were comfortable, and the washrooms were clean. Great weekend all around. The family is definitely looking to come back next year.

Carlos' cottage was exactly as described online. It's a very beautiful property, well maintained, fully furnished with all the kitchen fixings. Truly a wonderful experience that I hope to revisit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Thank You for having us.

The cottage is absolutely fantastic and so well equipped. We were travelling as a family of 7 including my 5 month old granddaughter. The cottage had everything you needed, extra plates, cooking pots and pans, 2 BBQ's and lovely outdoor sitting areas. Lovely bedrooms and great room and wrap around deck. We used the dock everyday which was so well equipped with a canoe, paddle board, boats and a big lilly pad floaty. What a fantastic cottage. We would highly recommend it.